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PROGRAMME
HANDBOOK
Certificate in Secretarial
Computer Applications (Level 3)
HV4165
School of Business and IT – Business Administration

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Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 Programme Handbook February 2013
HV4165 Certificate in Secretarial Computer Applications (Level 3)

School of Business and IT
PROGRAMME HANDBOOK 2013
HV4165
Certificate in Secretarial Computer
Applications (Level 3)
Publication Date: 1 March 2013
Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 Programme Handbook
HV4165 Certificate in Secretarial Computer Applications (Level 3)

HAERE MAI
Whai korōria ki te atua i runga rawa
Maunga rongo ki te whenua
Whakaaro pai ki ngā Tangata Katoa.
Tena Koutou Katoa,
Tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou ngā Tauira o
Te Whare Wananga o Te Awakairangi.
Nau mai haere mai ki tēnei Wananga o tātou.
Kia kaha koutou ki te whai mātauranga i tēnei tau, ki te whakarongo
hoki ki ō koutou kaiako.
“Whāia te kotahitanga o te wairua.
Mā te rangimārie me te aroha e paihere”
(pursue unity of spirit, which is bound together by peace and aroha)
He mihi nui tēnei kia koutou ngā Tauira o
Te Whare Wananga o Te Awakairangi.
Nau mai haere mai ki tēnei Whare Wananga o tātou.
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CONTENTS
HAERE MAI............................................................................................................................................. 4
CHIEF EXECUTIVE’S WELCOME ......................................................................................................... 6
EXECUTIVE DEAN’S WELCOME .......................................................................................................... 7
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................... 7
ACADEMIC CALENDAR - 2013 ............................................................................................................. 8
STAFF ................................................................................................................................................... 10
INFORMATION SPECIFIC TO THE PROGRAMME DELIVERY SITE ................................................ 10
AIMS ...................................................................................................................................................... 10
GRADUATE PROFILE .......................................................................................................................... 11
CAREERS ............................................................................................................................................. 11
STAIRCASING ...................................................................................................................................... 11
PROGRESS THROUGH THE PROGRAMME ..................................................................................... 11
GRADUATION CRITERIA .................................................................................................................... 11
LEARNING AND TEACHING................................................................................................................ 12
ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................... 12
Assessment Rationale ................................................................................................................ 13
Assessment Schedule ................................................................................................................ 13
Assessment Cover Sheets ......................................................................................................... 13
Submitting Assessment And Assignment Work ......................................................................... 13
Arranging for Late Submission Of Assessments ........................................................................ 13
Applying For An Extension Beyond The Course End Date ........................................................ 13
Penalty for Unarranged Late Submission ................................................................................... 14
Absence From Supervised Assessments ................................................................................... 14
Reassessment Of Assessments ................................................................................................. 14
Assessment Results Notification ................................................................................................ 14
Challenging Assessment Decisions ............................................................................................ 15
RISK MANAGEMENT, SAFETY AND HEALTH ................................................................................... 15
ATTENDANCE MATTERS .................................................................................................................... 15
REQUIRED TEXTS ............................................................................................................................... 16
STATIONERY REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................................... 16
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED ..................................................................................................................... 16
EMPLOYMENT ..................................................................................................................................... 16
INFORMED CONSENT AND CONFIDENTALITY................................................................................ 16
PROGRAMME EVALUATION .............................................................................................................. 16
COURSE DESCRIPTORS .................................................................................................................... 18
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WELCOME TO WELTEC
CHIEF EXECUTIVE’S WELCOME
Greetings, Kia Ora, Talofa Lava, Kia Orana, ni sa Bula Vinaka
Kaise Hai, Sat sri akal, Malo e Lelei, Halo Olgeta, Taloha ni
Marhaba, Bozu, Fakalofa Lahi Atu, Annyong haseyo, Ni hao, Namaste
Welcome to Wellington Institute of Technology
Te Whare Wananga o te Awakairangi
In selecting to learn at Wellington Institute of Technology (WelTec), you have chosen a place of
learning that aims to give you not only the working lifestyle you want, but also, a friendly and
comfortable environment where you can feel at home.
By enrolling at WelTec, you are setting out on a learning journey. What you learn and for what
purpose, are your decisions to make. We want to walk beside you as your coach, partner and
mentor; offering support, facilities, opportunities, tools and information to help you reach your
goals.
When you enrol, you will find that the majority, or maybe all, of your courses take place on one
campus. Whether your classes are held at our Wellington sites, in Auckland, Christchurch, any of our
Petone or other sites, all are your campuses.
With your Student ID card, all services and facilities are there for you to use.
Please let us know if you have any queries or needs we haven’t yet met. Best wishes for a happy and
successful year.
Linda Sissons (Dr)
Chief Executive
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EXECUTIVE DEAN’S WELCOME
Welcome to WelTec – your place for learning. As an institute of learning you, as a student, are our
key priority.
All staff at WelTec have one primary focus and that is to help facilitate your learning. As you
progress through your studies please take the opportunity to access the facilities and staff support
available.
Your success is our success.
Julia Hennessy (MEd, MMgt, PGDipHSM, BA, DipN)
Executive Dean
INTRODUCTION
This Programme Handbook is intended to provide information relating to the programme you
are enrolled in with WelTec. There is also an associated WelTec A-Z site that has other
helpful information regarding systems and processes that operate at WelTec.
The most up-to-date version of this Programme Handbook and the WelTec A-Z general
information is online at:
http://www.weltec.ac.nz/SH/HV4165.pdf
WelTec’s policies that apply to students and this Programme Handbook are located at:
http://www.weltec.ac.nz/SH/Policy/
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR - 2013
HV4165 Certificate in Secretarial Computer Applications (Level 3)
Teaching
Period
Week
No
Monday
date
5 28-Jan
6 4-Feb
7 11-Feb
MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN
Auckland
Anniversary
Waitangi
Day
8 18-Feb
Orientation
Christchurch
Orientation
Auckland
Orientation
Auckland
9 25-Feb
Orientation
Petone
Orientation
Petone,
Church St
Orientation
Petone
10 4-Mar Tri 1 Starts
11 11-Mar
12 18-Mar
13 25-Mar Easter Break
14 1-Apr Easter Break Easter Break
15 8-Apr
Easter
Break
Easter
Break
TRIMESTER ONE 2013
16 15-Apr
17 22-Apr ANZAC Day
18 29-Apr
19 6-May
20 13-May
Study
Break
Study
Break
Study
Break
Study
Break
Study
Break
21 20-May
22 27-May
23 3-Jun
24 10-Jun
25 17-Jun
Queen’s
Birthday
26 24-Jun Tri 1 Ends
27 1-Jul
28 8-Jul
Tri 1 Results
Completed
29 15-Jul Tri 2 Starts
30 22-Jul
31 29-Jul
32 5-Aug
33 12-Aug
Graduation
Wellington
TRIMESTER TWO 2013
34 19-Aug
35 26-Aug
36 2-Sep
37 9-Sep
38 16-Sep
Study
Break
Study
Break
Study
Break
Study
Break
Study
Break
39 23-Sep
40 30-Sep
41 7-Oct
42 14-Oct
43 21-Oct
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44 28-Oct Labour Day
45 4-Nov Tri 2 Ends
46 11-Nov Tri 3 Starts
47 18-Nov
48 25-Nov
Canterbury
Anniversary
Tri2 Results
Completed
49 2-Dec
50 9-Dec
TRIMESTER THREE – 2013
51 16-Dec
52 23-Dec WelTec closed for Christmas
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
30-Dec-
13
6-Jan-
14
13-Jan-
14
20-Jan-
14
27-Jan-
14
3-Feb-
14
10-Feb-
14
17-Feb-
14
24-Feb-
14
3-Mar-
14
10-Mar-
14
Wellington
Anniversary
Auckland
Anniversary
Tri 1 Starts
WelTec closed for New Year Holidays
Waitangi Day
Tri 3 Ends
Tri 3 Results
Completed
Last date to change or withdraw with refund
Last date to withdraw (75% of course duration)
The up-to-date, day-to-day and week-by-week timetables are located at:
http://timetable.weltec.ac.nz/.
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STAFF
Faculty Executive Dean:
Julia Hennessy
School:
Business and IT
Head of School:
Mick Jays
Phone/extension 670
E-mail
mick.jays@weltec.ac.nz
Associate Head of School: TBA
Phone/extension
TBA
E-mail
TBA
School Business Administrator: Glynis Valli
Phone/extension 830 3149
E-mail
Glynis.Valli@weltec.ac.nz
Staff Member Qualifications Position Email Address
Petone Campus: 0800 WELTEC (935 832)
ALLNATT, Juliet DipT, DipPsyc, NCALNE, CELTA ASM Juilet.Allnatt@weltec.ac.nz
CAMPBELL, Colleen TDipT, DipTT, NCALNE ASM Colleen.Campbell@weltec.ac.nz
MEE, Pam TDipWP, CTT ASM Pamela.Mee@weltec.ac.nz
PARKER, Heather
BAAppMgmt, DipTT, DipPsych,
DipAdultEd, NCALNE
SASM
Heather.Parker@weltec.ac.nz
STEWART, Julie CertAdultLearning, NCALNE ASM Julie.Stewart@weltec.ac.nz
Wellington Campus: 0800 WELTEC (935 832)
QUIRKE, Trish DipT, DipBS, NDAdultEdT SASM Trish.Quirke@weltec.ac.nz
INFORMATION SPECIFIC TO THE PROGRAMME DELIVERY SITE
It is the policy of the School to involve students, wherever possible, in open communication
relating to any issues affecting the day to day running of all programmes.
Notice board
Should it be necessary to inform you of events as a group, a notice will be on the notice
board on the 5th Floor. It is your responsibility to check these regularly.
Messages to and from your Tutors
Messages may be left for your Tutor on their voicemail or email or with the Business
Administrator ?
AIMS
The aims of this programme are:
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• To introduce students to the current computer applications used in an office environment,
and provide them with the knowledge and skills to operate the applications at an
intermediate level; and to provide skills for seeking employment
• To enable students to develop literacy and numeracy skills relevant to the business
administration industry, and for further study.
GRADUATE PROFILE
Graduates will be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills required for employment in an
office environment. They will have the skills to use word processing software to produce
business documents; they will have a working knowledge of computer file management,
email, diary management, the internet and have the ability to use a database software
package in a business environment. They will have the skills to prepare and present
business information; an understanding of privacy and ethical issues within an office
environment, and be prepared to apply for relevant employment.
Graduates will have the ability to apply problem solving skills in the use of financial business
applications.
Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to pursue further study in the business
administration, or business management field.
Entry into a supervised position in an office environment in a secretarial or administrative
role. Graduates will have acquired a range of literacy and numeracy skills equipping them for
employment, or for continuing study.
CAREERS
Entry into a supervised position in an office environment in a secretarial or administrative
role
STAIRCASING
Successful completion provides entry into:HV4262 Certificate in Business Administration
(Level 4)
PROGRESS THROUGH THE PROGRAMME
Fulltime students should complete the programme in one trimester, full time. Part time
students must complete all courses within a two year period.
GRADUATION CRITERIA
To receive HV4165 Certificate in Secretarial Computer Applications (Level 3) you must
pass all four courses listed below:
Schedule of Courses and Unit Standards:
Course Course or Unit Standard Title. Level Credits
Number
CM201 Computer Applications 3 15
CM220 Computer Applications Financial 3 15
CM206 Word Processing 3 15
CM203 Information Presentation 3 15
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LEARNING AND TEACHING
Case Studies
To provide problem solving opportunities involving workplace situations
Computer Simulations
To provide a realistic working environment and exposure to computer technology
Group Activities
To facilitate student learning through group activities and peer support
Lectures (usually interactive)
To impart knowledge
Practical Demonstration
To facilitate student learning by observation and by practise
Visiting Speakers
To provide industry relevance to the course.
ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES
You need to become familiar with the assessment procedures for your courses and this
Programme. Overall Programme procedures are given below. There may also be course
specific assessment procedures and requirements noted in your Course Outlines.
Please note that all activities that contribute towards your final course grades, and therefore
your qualification completion, are known as assessments (summative assessments to be
precise). There are many different types of assessment activities your tutors use in your
courses.
The WelTec Academic Regulations section 7 require that you:
make yourself available to undertake all summative assessment items at the time
and place stipulated by the teaching staff responsible for the course
act with integrity (honesty) during assessments. You are expected to:
o Submit material that is your own original work
o Collaborate only as permitted
o Acknowledge contributions from other sources by using APA reference format
(failure to do this correctly may be regarded as plagiarism)
o Keep written and electronic work secure to prevent others from accessing and
copying work
o Understand the definition of academic dishonesty and the consequences of
breaching the regulations (see Academic Regulations S12 Dishonest Practice).
WelTec conducts assessments within rules set out in the following regulations and policies:
The Academic Regulations 2013
o Examination Rules
o Aegrotat regulations
o Grades
o Results
o Challenging Assessment Decisions
o Dishonest Practice in Assessment
o Appeals
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Policy 3.05 Assessment Policy
o Definitions
o Guidelines for assessment practice
Policy 3.07 Programme Moderation Policy
o Quality assurance processes before using the assessment activity
o Quality assurance processes after marking to verify marker’s consistency
You may ask your tutors at any time about the quality-assured status of the assessment
activities you are asked to complete.
Assessment Rationale
The courses in this programme are assessed using achievement-based methods.
Assessment Schedule
Please refer to your Course Outline for the Assessment Schedule for each of your Courses.
The Schedule will detail the assessment type (test, assignment, presentation, etc), the topic
being assessed, due dates, and if appropriate the weighting. Any other conditions will also
be noted as they apply to the assessments for that course.
Assessment Cover Sheets
A Student Assessment Cover Sheet must be attached to all assessments handed/posted in.
If you’re on campus you can find this form on the Student Intranet:
1. Click on Forms and Documents > Assessment Forms
2. Click on Student Assignment Cover Sheet – ASF007
3. Print off the form.
If you are not on campus you can access them on the WelTec website:
a. Go to the WelTec website: www.weltec.ac.nz.
b. Use the CITRIX link to login to WelTec's intranet (see the A-Z for details)
c. Use instructions 1-3 above to print the cover sheet.
Submitting Assessment And Assignment Work
It is essential that you meet the assessment submission deadlines notified in your Course
Outlines' assessment schedules - unless you have pre-arranged for a late submission with
your tutor. Please refer to your course outlines for any penalties for late submission of
assessments.
Some assessments may have time-related criteria attached to them. Your course outline will
notify you of these particular assessments, and the reasons for the time criteria. Lateness,
absence or early departure from these assessments may carry specific penalties.
Arranging for Late Submission Of Assessments
A Request for Extension Form needs to be completed by the student. A new date will be
negotiated between the tutor and the student at this time. Where work has been handed in
late without approval, the work will be marked if it is received before the course end date.
But the student will only have one reassessment opportunity opportunity for that work.
Applying For An Extension Beyond The Course End Date
If you are prevented by illness, injury or exceptional circumstances from completing an
assessment by the course end date, you may apply to the Associate Head of School for an
extension to complete the assessment, provided this is not covered by the aegrotat
regulations.
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The application is to be made in writing as soon as possible and not later than 48 hours
before the assessment due time and date. The application is made on the WelTec Course
Extension Form available from the Student Information Centre and the WelTec website.
Where there are valid reasons, the Associate Head of School may grant an extension for a
period of no more than three weeks after the course end date. A longer than three weeks’
extension may be recommended by the Associate Head of School to the Board of Studies'
Achievement Sub-Committee for approval, where there are extenuating circumstances that
justify a longer extension.
Penalty for Unarranged Late Submission
There will be no late submissions without an agreed arrangement.
Absence From Supervised Assessments
Arriving at timetabled Assessments more than 30 minutes late may result in your nonadmittance,
causing you to forfeit the submission.
If you are prevented by illness, injury or exceptional circumstances beyond your control from
presenting yourself for an assessment, or you consider that after attempting an assessment
that you were, through illness, injury or exceptional circumstances, unfit to take the
assessment, you may apply for an aegrotat pass. Absence for work-related reasons are not
normally treated as exceptional circumstances.
You must make an application in writing to the Associate Head of School for an aegrotat
pass as soon as possible, and no later than five (5) working days after the assessment.
Applications are made on the WelTec Aegrotat Application Form available from the
Information Centre, Resource Centre, and Student Intranet.
Reassessment Of Assessments
Reassessment is available.
Students are entitled to one reassessment for each assessment.
A reassessment opportunity is only available to a student who achieves less than the
minimum 50% grade in the assessment.
Students who achieve 50% or more on a reassessment will be allocated the minimum pass
grade for that assessment.
The assessment method used for the Certificate in Secretarial Computer Applications is
achievement-based, ie marks and grades.
Each course consists of several assessments. The pass mark for each of the four courses
within the programme is 50%. One reassessment is available for Computer Applications,
Word Processing and Information Presentation courses to a student who achieves less than
the minimum 50% grade in the course. Students are entitled to one resit opportunity for
each assessment in Computer Applications Financial if the minimum 50% grade is achieved.
Students who achieve 50% or more on a reassessment will be allocated the minimum pass
grade.
Assessment Results Notification
Course assessment and final grades are reported using the Grade Key 3 method. Grade
Keys are explained in Appendix 2 of the Academic Regulations.
Once your tutor has marked your assessments you will be notified of your result.
• If the assessment is in the form of a practical in-class demonstration/observation, you are
likely to get your results immediately or shortly after the assessment activity has concluded.
• If the assessment is a supervised test you are able to review your work, but the
assessment is collected and retained by WelTec.
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• If you hand in an assignment it is returned to you along with feedback to explain the
reason(s) for the assessment result.
• If you sit a final exam you are able to view your result online at the student results portal:
https://results.weltec.ac.nz within 15 working days.
Results for each assessment are available within 15 working days on WelTec's Student
Results portal at: https://results.weltec.ac.nz.
Use your normal WelTec login and password to access a number of items, such as your
assessment results, current course enrolments, and other details.
Challenging Assessment Decisions
If you have reason to believe that the grade or mark for a particular assessment is incorrect,
you should firstly discuss this with your tutor within five (5) working days of the return of the
assessment.
Your tutor will provide feedback to clarify why the grade or mark has been awarded and
may, if justified, amend the result.
If you still believe that the mark or grade is incorrect, you should discuss the matter with the
Associate Head of School.
For more information on Challenging Assessment Decisions please refer to the WelTec
Academic Regulations 2013 - section 11.
RISK MANAGEMENT, SAFETY AND HEALTH
Instruction is provided to students to prevent Discomfort Prevention Injury (previously
Occupational Overuse Syndrome), and students are monitored throughout the programme
for correct posture.
WelTec students share the responsibility of maintaining a safe and healthy working
environment whether on campus or studying off-site (See Student Code of Conduct, Section
3.4).
ATTENDANCE MATTERS
An objective of study with WelTec is to prepare you for your career in industry. Your attitude,
attendance and behaviour are important. Please give your best effort and ensure your
behaviour and attendance reflect your desire to do well.
You should therefore be present on time, fully equipped and, if applicable, dressed and
groomed appropriately for practical sessions.
You are expected to attend all classes and assessments as timetabled. If you are not able to
attend then you should notify your course tutor.
Note that a student on student allowances/living costs who does not:
• meet prescribed attendance requirements, and/or
• disengages in their learning and assessments, and
• does not respond to contact from the institute,
will be notified to Academic Records and Administration. It is your responsibility to inform
StudyLink if you change your study details.
All daytime classes will have a common start time on the hour and must finish by 50 minutes
past the hour, to allow time for students and staff to arrive at their next class on time.
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REQUIRED TEXTS
Your Course Descriptors may identify some text books as required, and/or recommended
textbooks. Please refer to your Course Outlines for the most up-to-date edition information.
Textbooks are available for purchase from vicBooks, Wellington, or as specified in the
Course Outlines.
STATIONERY REQUIREMENTS
Students are required to provide items, such as stationery, for their study programme. Tutors
will confirm with students where other equipment and/or materials are required for specific
courses or classes.
This programme requires you to also supply:
USB storage device
Appropriate storage cases for above
Ring binders – suggest slim Ringbinder or Clearfiles
Pencils/pens
Highlighter
Pencil eraser
Small stapler.
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
Students are required to provide items, such as stationery, for their study programme. Tutors
will confirm with students where other equipment and/or materials are required for specific
courses or classes.
Where personal equipment is required for safety reasons, students may be denied entry to
the class if they do not have such equipment at the time of the class.
EMPLOYMENT
WelTec does not undertake to provide employment on completion of the Secretarial
Computer Applications programme. However, it is often approached by organisations
needing reliable staff and may be able to assist in this regard.
INFORMED CONSENT AND CONFIDENTALITY
You will be asked to complete a consent form if your photograph is to be used in any WelTec
literature.
All personal information collected and stored by WelTec is kept confidential.
PROGRAMME EVALUATION
WelTec is interested in the experience students have during their time studying. As well as
informal conversations with students, there are three main surveys available to students to
express their views and rate WelTec services.
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As a student new to WelTec:
In the first few weeks you will be invited to participate in the WelTec EV1 - First Impressions
survey (www.surveymonkey.com/s/WelTecEV1). This is open to first-time WelTec students,
and asks for your rating of and views about your enrolment experience, the initial in-class
experience, and also your experience of our online resource systems, Moodle or LearnZone.
During your course time:
Your course outline may indicate that your course will have an EV4 - Teacher and Course
Evaluation undertaken towards the end. This helps the Programme Team to improve the
teaching, the course, and the value of the Programme to students. Note: you will need a
specific 'survey event code' supplied by the survey administrator to use the EV4.
At the end of the programme or year:
In the final few weeks of the programme, or year, you will be invited to participate in the EV3
- Student Satisfaction Survey (www.surveymonkey.com/s/WelTecEV3). This asks you about
your overall experience of WelTec's services, the programme, teaching, skills development,
career enhancement, and overall satisfaction.
All WelTec surveys are anonymous; we do not ask you for identification. We do however ask
for some demographic information (age range, sex, enrolment types, ethnicity, etc.) in order
to make sense of trends for particular learner groups.
The outcomes of the surveys are reported as aggregated information and tables to the
WelTec Academic Committee. The reports are also made available to students.
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COURSE DESCRIPTORS
Course Descriptors are the formally approved documents that describe:
The course title, level, credit value
The aims of the course
What you will be learning – the Learning Outcomes that guide the content and
process of your learning experiences and activities with your tutor
The assessment activities you need to complete to show how well you have
developed your skills and knowledge against the requirements of the Learning
Outcomes
The texts or resources that you are required to purchase. Note: for some courses the
latest texts may be listed either in the Required Texts section above, or in your
Course Outline. If you are not certain, clarify the text or edition with your tutor.
Any external standards that the course is also meeting the requirements of (may be
unit standards, professional bodies, vendor certifications, etc.)
Course Outlines, which your tutors will provide to you in class, or through LearnZone or
Moodle, contextualise the Descriptors for your particular class for this year. The Outline
should provide you with tutor information, specific course topic schedules, assessment
dates, specific rules and requirements, and other useful information.
The course descriptors for this programme make up the rest of this Programme Handbook
on the following pages.
Note: Please be aware that it may be that not all courses listed are be offered in any given
trimester or year. For further information on this please contact your Student Advisor.
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COURSE TITLE:
Course Number:
Computer Applications
CM201
Level: 3
Credits: 15
Pre or Co requisites: Nil
Learning Hours:
Face-to-face tuition 61
Self-directed with tutorial support
available
Online
Distance (not online)
Resource based learning (not
online)
Workplace learning
Supervised work experience
Self-directed (out of class without direct
tutorial support)
Workplace project
17
60
Tests and examinations 12
Other
(State)……………………………..
Total learning hours 150
Aim(s):
To provide a basic understanding of the operation of personal computers including
electronic file management, email and Internet, a database software package and a
presentation application.

Topic(s) or summary of content:
Computer Theory
Windows Explorer
File Management
Email and Diary Management
Internet
Access Database
Powerpoint
Topic 1:
Computer Applications
Learning Outcome(s):
Students will be able to:
Demonstrate a basic understanding of the operation of personal computers,
including the different hardware and software components; advancements in
technology; a working knowledge of electronic file management, Windows
Explorer, email, and diary management; use of the Internet; and the ability to
use a database software package and a presentation programme in the
business environment
In achieving these outcomes students will also be able to:
- Recognise and use written texts in course manuals which explain
processes and give instructions
- Recognise and use specialised vocabulary and terminology in context
- Identify main points in course related texts
- Respond to spoken instructions specific to course related tasks and
activities
- Plan and write accurate texts using appropriate format
- Write for a specific purpose and audience
Assessment criteria:
Demonstrate knowledge of theory of computer hardware and software applications,
including Windows operating system; and computer security and ethics
Demonstrate a working knowledge of File Management techniques
Use an email and diary management tool
Design and create a flatfile database using Access; and use edit and query features
Use Powerpoint to create, format, and use animation and special effect features to
prepare presentations for distribution and display
Student Resources:
Recommended texts are listed in the course handbook.

Assessment Method
Computer Theory Assignment 10%
Supervised Computer Assessment 35%
Access Coursework Assignment 10%
Access Practical Assessment 30%
Powerpoint Supervised Practical
Assessment
Weighting
15%
Reporting Grades:
Grade Key 3
Successful Completion of Course:
Students need to achieve a minimum 50% grade in each assignment and
assessment.
Note:
The embedded literacy and numeracy outcomes under the course descriptor refer to the Tertiary Education
Commission (TEC) Foundation Learning Progressions framework. These outcomes indicate the literacy and
numeracy skills necessary for the learner to achieve on each component of the course.

COURSE TITLE:
Course Number:
Computer Applications Financial
CM220
Level: 3
Credits: 15
Pre or Co requisites: Nil
Learning Hours:
Face-to-face tuition 69
Self-directed with tutorial support
available
Online
Distance (not online)
Resource based learning (not
online)
Workplace learning
Supervised work experience
Self-directed (out of class without direct
tutorial support)
Workplace project
Tests and examinations 4
Other
(State)……………………………..
17
60
Total learning hours 150
Aim(s):
To introduce the features of Excel spreadsheets, and the processing of financial
transactions using Mind Your Own Business (MYOB) software.
Topic(s) or summary of content:
Excel Spreadsheets
Mind Your Own Business (MYOB) Computer Accounting Software

Topic 1:
Excel and Mind Your Own Business (MYOB)
Learning Outcome(s):
Students will be able to:
Use Excel spreadsheets and Mind Your Own Business (MYOB) to
demonstrate problem solving skills in the use of financial computer
applications
In achieving this outcome students will also be able to:
- Recognise and use written texts in course manuals which explain
processes and give instructions
- Recognise and use specialised vocabulary and terminology in context
- Apply mathematical calculations
- Recognise place value and number sequence
- Apply proportional reasoning strategies to solve problems
- Prepare data for analysis
- Analyse and interpret data
- Respond to spoken instructions specific to course related tasks and
activities
Assessment criteria:
Create, edit, and format spreadsheets
Create and apply formulas including percentages, absolute and mixed cell references
Create and edit column and pie charts
Work with large spreadsheets
Use a computer accounting application to process sales, purchases, inventory and
general ledger transactions
Student Resources:
Recommended texts are listed in the course handbook.
Assessment Method
Weighting
Excel Coursework Assignment 10%
Excel Supervised Practical Assessment 40%
MYOB Coursework Assignment 10%
MYOB Supervised Practical Assessment 40%

Reporting Grades:
Grade Key 3
Successful Completion of Course:
Students need to achieve a minimum 50% grade in each assignment and
assessment.
Note:
The embedded literacy and numeracy outcomes under the course descriptor refer to the Tertiary Education
Commission (TEC) Foundation Learning Progressions framework. These outcomes indicate the literacy and
numeracy skills necessary for the learner to achieve on each component of the course.

COURSE TITLE:
Course Number:
Word Processing
CM206
Level: 3
Credits: 15
Pre or Co requisites: Nil
Learning Hours:
Face-to-face tuition 71
Self-directed with tutorial support
available
Online
Distance (not online)
Resource based learning (not
online)
Workplace learning
Supervised work experience
Self-directed (out of class without direct
tutorial support)
Workplace project
Tests and examinations 2
Other
(State)……………………………..
17
60
Total learning hours 150
Aim(s):
To provide the necessary knowledge and skills to enable students to use the
functions of Microsoft Word competently to an intermediate level.
Topic(s) or summary of content:
Create, save and print documents
Edit and format documents
Apply paragraph and page formatting to documents
File management and security using Word
Work with multi-page documents

Create templates and prepare mailing documents
Topic 1:
Wordprocessing
Learning Outcome(s):
Students will be able to:
Apply relevant principles and terminology of Word Processing, and use
appropriate functions efficiently to an intermediate level to produce business
documents
In achieving this outcome students will also be able to:
- Respond to spoken instructions specific to course related tasks and
activities
- Recognise and use written texts in course manuals which explain
processes and give instructions
- Recognise and use specialised vocabulary and terminology in context
- Use learning resources effectively
- Apply written processes from course specific documents
- Accurately record written information
Assessment criteria:
Demonstrate keyboard and/or mouse commands in accordance with programme
features
Create, format, manipulate, and print documents in accordance with information
provided and output required
Use features such as merges, building blocks and templates, and work with long
documents to produce documents in a given timeframe
Use data security procedures and file management techniques according to the word
processing programmes in use, and organisational requirements
Student Resources:
Recommended texts are listed in the course handbook.
Assessment Method
Weighting
Introducing Word Coursework Assignment 10%
Extending Word Coursework Assignment 10%
Supervised Computer Assessment 80%

Reporting Grades:
Grade Key 3
Successful Completion of Course:
Students need to achieve a minimum 50% grade in each assignment and
assessment.
Note:
The embedded literacy and numeracy outcomes under the course descriptor refer to the Tertiary Education
Commission (TEC) Foundation Learning Progressions framework. These outcomes indicate the literacy and
numeracy skills necessary for the learner to achieve on each component of the course.

COURSE TITLE:
Course Number:
Information Presentation
CM203
Level: 3
Credits: 15
Pre or Co requisites: Nil
Learning Hours:
Face-to-face tuition 67
Self-directed with tutorial support
available
Online
Distance (not online)
Resource based learning (not
online)
Workplace learning
Supervised work experience
Self-directed (out of class without direct
tutorial support)
Workplace project
Tests and examinations 6
Other
(State)……………………………..
17
60
Total learning hours 150
Aim(s):
To provide knowledge and skills for the layout and presentation of business
documents; an awareness of office protocol; and job preparation skills
Topic(s) or summary of content:
Styles and layouts of common business documents
Reception and telephone protocol
Ethical and privacy issues relating to an office environment
CV Preparation and interview skills

Topic 1:
Information Presentation
Learning Outcome(s):
Students will be able to:
Develop keyboarding skills, and be able to present common business
documents using appropriate tools, styles and layout features
Demonstrate reception and telephone skills in a business situation
Have an awareness of relevant ethical and privacy issues in an office
environment
Prepare a Curriculum Vitae and cover letter in preparation for employment
In achieving these outcomes students will also be able to:
- Plan and write documents accurately using appropriate format
- Write for a specific purpose and audience
- Accurately record written information
- Recognise and use written texts in course manuals which explain
processes and give instructions
- Recognise and use specialised vocabulary and terminology in context
- Use reading strategies to read a range of texts for specific purposes
- Respond to spoken instructions specific to course related tasks and
activities
Assessment criteria:
Demonstrate knowledge of document styles and practice
Produce common business documents, including the use of tables
Demonstrate an understanding of reception and other administration duties in an
office environment
Identify a range of ethical and privacy issues in an office environment
Produce a suitable cover letter and Curriculum Vitae to a relevant position
Student Resources:
Recommended texts are listed in the course handbook.
Assessment Method
Weighting
Document Layouts Coursework Assignment 10%
Document Layouts Supervised Computer
Assessment
70%
Employment Preparation Assignment 20%

Reporting Grades:
Grade Key 3
Successful Completion of Course:
Students need to achieve a minimum 50% grade in each assignment and
assessment.