MATHS 3015 - Communication Skills III
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code MATHS 3015 Course Communication Skills III Coordinating Unit Mathematical Sciences Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Prerequisites MATHS 1012 or COMP SCI 1102 Incompatible CHEM ENG 3004, C&ENVENG 3000, ELEC ENG 3012, MECH ENG 3006 Assessment assignments, essays, presentations Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Adjunct Professor David Clements
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1. demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
2. apply these skills at all stages of application for employment
3. understand the importance of good communication in a professional environment
4. understand the importance of teamwork in a professional environment
5. understand the function of meetings
6. possess the ability to conduct and participate effectively in meetings
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. all The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. all An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. all Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. all A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. all A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. all A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. all An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. all -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
None.Recommended Resources
None.Online Learning
This course uses MyUni exclusively for providing electronic resources, such as lecture notes, assignment papers, sample solutions, discussion boards, etc. It is recommended that the students make appropriate use of these resources.
Link to MyUni login page:
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course relies on lectures as the primary delivery mechanism for the material. Workshops supplement the lectures by providing exercises and example problems to enhance the understanding obtained through lectures. A sequence of written assignments and presentations provides assessment opportunities for students to gauge their progress and understanding.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Activity Quantity Workload hours Lecture 11 39 Workshops 11 40 Assignments 2 12 Presentations 2 48 Test 1 6 Total 145 Learning Activities Summary
Lecture Outline
1. Plain English
2. Looking for a Job
3. Cover letter and CV
4. Interview
5. Starting a new job
6. Reporting (3 lectures)
7. Meetings
8. Test
9. Guest speaker
Workshop Outline
1. Plain English
2. CV preparation
3. Interview preparation
4. Concept mapping
5. Workforce games
6. Presentations (2 weeks)
7. Personality Tests
8. Meetings
9. Passive aggression
10. Presentations (2 weeks) -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Component Weighting Learning Outcomes Assessed Assignments 40% All Presentations 40% All Workshops 10% All Test 10% All Assessment Related Requirements
An aggregate score of at least 50% is required to pass the course.Assessment Detail
Assessment Item Distributed Due Date Weighting Assignment 1 Week 1 Week 4 20% Assignment 2 Week 8 Week 12 20% Presentation 1 Week 4 Week 7 20% Presentation 2 Week 8 Week 11 20% Test Week 10 Week 10 10% Submission
All written assignments are to be submitted to the designated hand-in boxes within the School of Mathematical Sciences with a signed cover sheet attached.
Late assignments will not be accepted.
All presentations must be submitted electronically.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
- Academic Support with Maths
- Academic Support with writing and study skills
- Careers Services
- Library Services for Students
- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
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Policies & Guidelines
This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.
- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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