2002 Swinburne TAFE Handbook - Swinburne University of ...

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Content
Provides knowledge and understanding of the relevant Criminal Justice functions of law
enforcement systems, sentencing, correctional and court systems, within the
framework of the Australian social environment.
VAJ921
54 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Consumer Law and Advocacy
Provides an overview of consumer advocacy and financial counselling, explores the
structural nature of issues, and develops skill and knowledge of consumer advocacy.
VAJ949 Foundations of Law 1
54 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Provides a general introductory framework of Australian law making bodies and various
aspects olthe law within which to examine the criminal justice system, and develop
legal research skills.
VAK049 Work Place Training: Category 1
36 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Preparation fortraining.
Planning and documenting resources.
Delivery of training.
Preparing trainees.
Instructing and monitoring performance.
Review and evaluation.
Recording information on training.
VAK052
Criminology
54 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Introduction to the study of crime, substantive areas of offending behaviour, and the
implications of criminology knowledge for policy formation and crime prevention.
VAK058
Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Current Issues in Community Law
The purpose olthis module is to consolidate and refine skills gained in introductory
modules and provide students with advanced knowledge and skills to identify current
legal issues and to practice legal advocacy within a community justice framework.
VAK060
Customs
54 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
The purpose of this module is for students to define customs enforcement authority.
Students will be expected to explain customs control infrastructure, and its
investigative and enforcement powers.
VAK063
60 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
DC and AC Electrical Fundamentals
This module deals with the application of electrical theory for simple DC and AC
circuits, including motors and generators. The basic competencies in the practical
construction of circuits and measurement of electrical quantities are also addressed.
VAK099
54 nominal Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Current Issues in Policing
The purpose olthis module is to provide learners with a general knowledge of current
issues in community policing.
VAK112
54 nominal Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Cultural Diversity in Australia
Provides an awareness of the origins and nature of Australia's multicultural society by
personal contact with migrant and aboriginal peoples and accurate information. It seeks
to dispel popular myths and develop attitudinal change.
VAK164
40 nominal Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Content
ELV Electrical Wiring
This module deals with basic competencies in the design and installation of extra low
voltage wiring systems.
VAK188
60 nominal Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Energy Efficient Building Design
This module provides an understanding olthe principles used to design energy efficient
buildings in Australia. Design variables such as inSUlation, ventilation, thermal mass,
window positioning, shading, etc. are explored in the context olthermal comfort,
climate type and site considerations.
VAK247 Field Placement "I
38 nominal Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
To provide students with practical experience within the justice system.
VAK262 Field Placement 2
38 nominal Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Content
To provide students with practical experience within the Justice system.
VAK283 Foundations of Law 2
75 Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Familiarises the student with:
The judicial system.
Procedures for conducting an investigation.
Case file management.
Preservation, recording and presentation of evidence.
Witness responsibilities.
Court procedure and etiquette.
VAK324
Human Rights
54 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Provides the knowledge and skills to practice legal advocacy within a human rights and
community justice framework.
Swinburne University of Technology I TAFE Handbook 2002