Course Title: Manage project risk
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: BUSM6533C
Course Title: Manage project risk
School: 530T Built Environment and Sustainability
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6175 - Advanced Diploma of Surveying
Course Contact: Thierry Demathieu
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8359
Course Contact Email: thierry.demathieu@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Greg Patterson
Spatial Scientist and Surveying Teacher
School of Vocational Engineering, Health & Sciences
RMIT University
Building 56
Carlton, Vic, 3053, Australia
Phone: +61 400 231 518
Email: gregory.patterson@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to manage risks that may impact achievement of project objectives. This involves identifying, analysing, treating and monitoring project risks, and assessing risk management outcomes.
The course applies to individuals responsible for managing and leading a project in an organisation, business, or as a consultant.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBPMG536 Manage project risk |
Element: |
1. Identify project risks |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify risk objectives and standards, with input from stakeholders 1.2 Identify project risk context to inform risk management processes 1.3 Identify project risks using valid and reliable risk identification methods |
Element: |
2. Analyse project risks |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify risk analysis classification criteria and apply to agreed risk ranking system 2.2 Use risk analysis processes, within delegated authority, to analyse and qualify any risks, threats and opportunities 2.3 Identify risk priorities in agreement with project client and other stakeholders 2.4 Document risk analysis outcomes for inclusion in risk register and risk management plan |
Element: |
3. Establish risk treatments and controls |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify and document existing risk controls 3.2 Analyse risk treatment options using agreed consultative methods 3.3 Record and implement agreed risk treatments 3.4 Update risk plans and allocate risk responsibilities to project team members |
Element: |
4. Monitor and control project risks |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Establish risk review processes 4.2 Monitor risk environment and identify changed circumstances impacting project risks 4.3 Evaluate risk responses to changed environment 4.4 Implement agreed risk responses and modify plans |
Element: |
5. Assess risk management outcomes |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Review project outcomes for effectiveness of risk-management processes and procedures 5.2 Develop recommended improvements for application in future projects 5.3 Identify and document risk management issues and recommended improvements for application to future projects |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
You will learn to:
- Recognise project risks
- Determine ways to mitigate project risk
- Observe changes to the level of risk throughout the course of a project
- Evaluate how successful risk mitigation has been
The total number of scheduled hours of teaching, learning and assessment involved in this course includes all planned activities (face to face classes, lectures, workshops and seminars; workplace visits, online learning and other forms of structured teaching and learning). It also covers the amount of effort necessary to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, observation of work performance, discussions with supervisors and others providing third party evidence and one on one and group assessment sessions with students.
Teaching Schedule
| Week 1 | [DD/MM/YYY ] |
Meet with teacher and students Subject / Assessments |
Meet and greet Introduction to subject / assessment requirements |
| Week 2 |
Information 1. Risk Management |
Lessons 1. Australian Standards ISO AS 31000 2. Introduction to Risk Management - Framework - Principles - Process Activity 1. Download Australian Standards |
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| Week 3 |
Introduction 1. JSA 2. SWMS 3. Controlling OHS Hazards and Risks handbook 4. Risk Identification |
Lessons 1. Intro to Job Safety Analysis (JSA) 2. Intro to Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) 3. Intro to Controlling OHS Hazards and Risks handbook 4. Intro to risk ranking system Activity 1. Identify risks |
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| Week 4 | Risk Analysis |
Activity 1. Analyse risks |
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| Week 5 | Risk Evaluation |
Activity 1. Evaluate risks |
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| Week 6 | Risk Treatment |
Activity 1. Risk Treatment |
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| Week 7 |
Argyle Square Complete JSA |
Activity - Group 1. Complete a JSA document |
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| Week 8 |
Argyle Square Complete SWMS |
Activity - Group 1. Complete a SWMS document |
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| Week 9 |
Assessment 1 Conducted in the field |
Assessment 1 Conducted in the field |
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| Week 10 |
Assessment 1 1. Conducted in the field 2. Answer Assessment Questionnaire 3. Submit Assessment |
Assessment 1 1. Conducted in the field 2. Answer Assessment Questionnaire 3. Submit Assessment |
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| Week 11 |
Introduction Organisational and industry standard risk frameworks Risk management processes Quantitative and Qualitative risk management techniques |
Introduction Organisational and industry standard risk frameworks Risk management processes Quantitative and Qualitative risk management techniques |
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| Week 12 |
Assessment 2 Classroom |
Part 1 Identify project risks Questions to be completed |
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| Week 13 |
Assessment 2 Field Work |
Part 2 Establish risk treatments and control | |
| Week 14 |
Assessment 2 Field Work |
Part 2 Establish risk treatments and control | |
| Week 15 |
Assessment 2 Classroom |
Part 3 – Assess risk management outcomes | |
| Week 16 |
Assessment 2 Classroom |
Part 3 – Assess risk management outcomes Questionnaire |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
- Assessment 1: Urban Site
- Assessment 2: Greenfield Site
Assessment Matrix
Mapping Assessments to the Unit of Competency – Instructions
Foundation Skills – This section is only completed when foundation are explicitly stated in the unit of competency. In most Training Packages the foundation skills are integrated into the unit of competency and this is clearly stated. | ||
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Foundation skill |
Description |
Describe how each foundation skill is demonstrated through the relevant assessment |
Reading |
Interprets and critically analyses complex texts from a range of sources and determines how content may be applied according to organisational requirements |
Students will be using material from Worksafe Victoria, organisational procedures guides and legislation to interpret, analyse and prepare for risk management |
Writing |
Documents risk analysis and risk controls using required formats and structure |
Students will be using a job safety assessment forms to document all risk analysis as well as preparing risk assessment reports at the conclusion of projects. |
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Modifies and updates workplace documentation according to requirements |
Students will be required to keep track of changes that occur during the course of the projects and reflect these changes in the documents they prepare |
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Oral Communication |
Participates in verbal exchanges using clear language to provide and seek information |
Students will partake in simulated meetings with clients, developers licenced surveyors and site foreman to get feedback and advice |
Uses active listening and questioning techniques to confirm understanding |
Students will partake in simulated meetings with clients, developers licenced surveyors and site foreman to get feedback and advice |
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Numeracy |
Analyses numerical data to identify project risk levels and rank risks according to agreed system of classification |
Students will be using a risk matrix to determine numerical value for given hazards that will enable them to rank and classify risks. |
Self-Management |
Identifies and adheres to organisational policies and standards |
Students will be using organisations risk management guides to ensure they adequately prepare for risks |
Considers own role in terms of its contribution to broader goals of work environment |
Students will make assessments regarding what actions they can take to prevent hazards from occurring int the work environment. |
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Teamwork |
Selects and uses appropriate conventions and protocols when communicating with internal and external stakeholders to seek or share information |
Students will partake in simulated meetings with clients, developers licenced surveyors and site foreman to get feedback and advice. In consultation with these people student will be able to select and use appropriate conventions and protocols |
Identifies requirements of important communication exchanges, selecting appropriate channels, format and content to suit purpose and audience |
Students will partake in simulated meetings with clients, developers licenced surveyors and site foreman to get feedback and advice |
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Planning and organising |
Identifies and develops approaches to risk management and implements complex tasks to achieve outcomes |
Students will be using a job safety assessment forms to document all risk analysis as well as preparing risk assessment reports at the conclusion of projects. |
Analyses information to make decisions, involving others when appropriate |
Students will be using a job safety assessment forms to document all risk analysis as well as preparing risk assessment reports at the conclusion of projects. |
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Uses formal and informal processes to monitor implementation of decisions and reflect on outcomes |
Students will be using a job safety assessment forms to document all risk analysis as well as preparing risk assessment reports at the conclusion of projects. |
Performance Evidence | ||
Evidence of the ability to: |
Assessment Task 1: Urban Site |
Assessment Task 2: Greenfield Site |
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to: | ||
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manage project risk on at least two occasions. |
Students will be managing the risk controls on a surveying project on an urban site |
Students will be managing the risk controls on a surveying project on an urban site |
In the course of the above, the candidate must: | ||
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conduct effective risk management processes for a project of sufficient complexity |
Students will be managing the risk controls on a surveying project on an urban site that involves traffic and heights |
Students will be managing the risk controls on a surveying project on an urban site that includes rough terrain and dangerous wildlife |
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apply risk management techniques, strategies and tools. |
Student will be using a job safety assessment form and risk matrix tool |
Student will be using a job safety assessment form and risk matrix tool |
Knowledge Evidence | ||
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must: |
Assessment Task 1: Urban Site |
Assessment Task 2: Greenfield Site |
The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of: |
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project risks in a range of risk categories |
KQ1 |
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key components of a risk management plan |
KQ2 |
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relevant project risk controls |
Part B (1.1) |
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industry sector risk classifications and different risk contexts |
Part A (1.2) Part B (1.1) |
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organisational and industry standard risk frameworks |
KQ1 |
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project risk-management processes and procedures |
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KQ2 |
characteristics, techniques and applications of quantitative and qualitative risk management techniques and approaches. |
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KQ3 |
Assessment conditions |
Describe how assessments meet the assessment conditions |
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Skills in this unit must be demonstrated in a workplace or simulated environment where the conditions are typical of those in a working environment in this industry. This includes access to: |
RMIT employment requires all trainers and assessors to comply with the Standards for RTOs in respect to holding the TAE40116, or higher VE qualification including any necessary updated units. All employees must show currency within their vocational specialty along with their professional employment. |
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workplace documentation and resources |
Student will be using a job safety assessment form and risk matrix tool. In addition they will prepare a risk assessment report at the conclusion of each project. |
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feedback from project stakeholders about how risks were managed. |
Students will partake in simulated meetings with clients, developers licenced surveyors and site foreman to get feedback and advice |
Other Information
Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
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- Relevant
- Current
- Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
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Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.
Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.
Special consideration:
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Academic Integrity:
"Academic integrity means acting with the values of honesty, trust, fairness, respect and responsibility in learning, teaching and research."
It means referencing the work of others while developing your own insights, knowledge and ideas.
Breaches of academic integrity include:
- plagiarism and failure to correctly acknowledge sources
- contract cheating or paying/getting another person to prepare an assignment
- submitting work prepared by another person
- copying other people’s work
- cheating in exams
- breaching the Research Code
- using unauthorised materials or devices
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