Course Title: Manage computer systems/electronics projects

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2023

Course Code: BUSM6548C

Course Title: Manage computer systems/electronics projects

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.

Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.

Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus


Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.

School: 520T Future Technologies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6178 - Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering

Course Contact: Munir Muniruzzaman

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254415

Course Contact Email: Munir.Muniruzzaman@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 40

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

none

Course Description

This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to manage computer systems/ electronics projects. You will learn how to:

  • establish project scopes
  • manage computer systems/ electronics projects; and
  • complete and report on projects

This course is delivered and assessed with the following: 

  • UEECD0014 - Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects
  • UEECD0027 - Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan; and 
  • UEEEC0047 - Plan large electronic projects


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

UEEEC0043 Manage computer systems/electronics projects

Element:

1. Establish the scope of the projects

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for relevant work area are identified, obtained and applied

1.2 Project deliverables and objectives are determined from project planning, other relevant documentation and/or discussions with appropriate person/s

1.3 Work breakdown structure (WBS) is developed to identify component parts of the project in accordance with workplace procedures

1.4 Major milestones and deliverables are identified

1.5 Resources needed to meet project outcome is determined

1.6 Processes and procedures to manage the project scope are developed from discussions with relevant person/s and in accordance with project requirements

1.7 Risks are identified and strategies developed to ensure project outcomes are achieved to the required quality standards specified in the project requirements


    1. Project plan is developed which meets project requirements and is in accordance with workplace standards and procedures

 

Element:

2. Manage computer systems/ electronics projects

Performance Criteria:

2.1 WHS/OHS programs are implemented and monitored in accordance with workplace procedures

2.2 Achievement of project outcomes is delegated to relevant person/s in accordance with project deliverables and objectives

2.3 Risk events are monitored and project plan strategies implemented to ensure that outcomes are achieved to the required quality standards specified in the project requirements

2.4 Procurement processes and procedures are monitored to ensure on-time supply of equipment and materials and in accordance with organisation policy

2.5 Verification of the project technical design modification, installation and/or maintenance of system and equipment parameters is frequently made against specifications and workplace procedures

2.6 Project progress is monitored against schedule, quality requirements and budget

2.7 Conflict/s at worksite and/or between stakeholders, clients and regulators are identified and managed in accordance with workplace procedures

2.8 Variations are managed in accordance with agreed processes and project requirements

2.9 Project records are maintained, and progress reports prepared and forwarded to all relevant person/s

Element:

3. Complete projects and document

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Project outcomes are reviewed against original plan, implemented risk strategies, project requirements, safety record and budget

3.2 Project completion acceptance is sought from relevant person/s and handed over in accordance with organisation policy and workplace procedures

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

Please refer to the learning activities in BUSM6549C as this unit is clustered with BUSM6549C (main unit).


Teaching Schedule

Please refer to the teaching schedule in BUSM6549C as this unit is clustered with BUSM6549C (main unit).


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Other Resources

Students will be able to access information and learning materials through CANVAS and may be provided with additional materials in class. List of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of the concepts.


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/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS


Assessment Tasks

Please refer to the assessment tasks in BUSM6549C as this unit is clustered with BUSM6549C (main unit).


Assessment Matrix

Please refer to the assessment matrix in BUSM6549C as this unit is clustered with BUSM6549C (main unit).

Other Information

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:

  • Relevant
  • Current
  • Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course

Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL

Study and learning Support:

Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you. 
Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are: 

  • assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice 
  • maths and science developmental support and advice 
  • English language development 

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support 

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).

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 lodgment 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: 

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration 

Plagiarism: 

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. 

Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism. 

Other Information: 

All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.

 

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