Course Title: Support computer hardware and software for engineering applications

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C6186 Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)

Course Title: Support computer hardware and software for engineering applications

Portfolio: Vocational Education

Nominal Hours: 120

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.

Important Information:

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

Course Contact: Amita Iyer

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8311

Course Contact Email: amita.iyer@rmit.edu.au

Course Description

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to support computer hardware and software for engineering applications.

It includes applying safe working practices, installing and testing the upgrading components, locating faults in hardware components, replacing faulty sub-systems, installing and testing the operating system and application software, testing functionality, rectifying malfunctions, following work instructions and completing documentation.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Nil

National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:	UEECS0032 Support computer hardware and software for engineering applications
Elements:	1 Prepare to upgrade and maintain computer hardware and software 2 Upgrade computer hardware and software 3 Maintain operation of computer hardware and software 4 Complete and report upgrade and maintenance activities

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the elements of this unit of competency.

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.