QCD211 Communication 2
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| Unit code: | QCD211 |
|---|---|
| Prerequisite(s): | QCD111. QCD111 can be studied in the same teaching period as QCD211 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $2,124 |
| Pre-2021 CSP student contribution | $996 The pre-2021 commonwealth supported place (CSP) contribution amount only applies to students enrolled in a course prior to 2021. To learn more, visit our Understanding your fees page. |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $3,216 |
| International unit fee | $4,452 |
Unit Outline: College 1 2025, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | QCD211 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | QCD111. QCD111 can be studied in the same teaching period as QCD211 |
| Coordinator: | Linda Olsen | linda.olsen@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This unit is designed to enhance the academic communication capabilities of students across various disciplines. The unit focuses on developing advanced skills in both written and spoken academic genres, with an emphasis on critical evaluation, synthesis of complex information, and the effective presentation of research findings. The unit will also cover effective strategies for managing and communicating complex information, fostering critical thinking, and utilising the conventions of academic writing and speaking.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Research, organise and analyse information obtained from a range of academic sources
- Synthesise information from academic sources to construct coherent and well-supported arguments, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the topic.
- Critically evaluate academic literature, integrating diverse sources to construct evidence-based arguments in both written and oral formats.
- Deliver articulate and well-organised oral presentations, utilising appropriate academic language to enhance understanding.
Content
Content Includes:
- Critical reading and application
- Managing and organising information
- Analysing and evaluating information from a range of academic sources
- Critical analysis of academic literature
- Developing evidence-based arguments
- Writing process including citation and referencing
- Presenting evidence-based opinions and responding to others’ arguments
- Effective oral communication
Learning Approaches
This unit takes a blended approach to learning and teaching. You will be provided with both eContent and timetabled activities such as tutorials and workshops and practicals. During the timetabled activities, the unit coordinator and/or your tutor will further explain content and you will be provided with opportunities to explore this content in a collaborative learning environment. eContent will be clearly identified on your Canvas site for you to engage with weekly before your classes. eContent could include videos, readings, self-reflection and/or peer activities designed to enhance your learning experience. After your weekly classes, you should continue to engage with unit resources to ensure you consolidate your understanding of the unit content. Teaching team members will also be available for one-on-one consultations to assist you with your learning journey.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists, rubrics, written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
There are three summative assessment tasks to be completed in this unit. Formative assessment activities, undertaken in class, will provide you with opportunities for feedback and discussion. Assessment activities in this unit are designed to support your learning and enable you to provide evidence of your achievement of the unit learning outcomes.
Summative Assessment (SA)
Summative assessment is included in the calculation of your final grade.
Formative Assessment (FA)
Formative assessment is used to provide feedback to you to assist with your progress.
See the Canvas site for this unit for assessment submission details.
Modification to assessment may be required based on mode of study.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Group Discussion
This task has two parts. Firstly, you must select what you consider to be a significant or influential source to use in your literature review. You should evaluate and reflect on this source and be prepared to discuss it with a small group of your peers. Each group member will have 4-5 minutes to participate in the discussion. Secondly, you will be required to complete a 500 written word document where you analyse the significance of your chosen source and reflect on its usefulness to your research.
The first part of this assessment item is completed as a group, but graded individually. The second part is completed and graded individually.
The second part of this assessment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Literature Review
You will produce a literature review based on a research topic provided to you. This task will require you to conduct your own research and follow the organisational structure and linguistic features of a literature review.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Oral Critical Response
You will prepare and deliver a video presentation in which you will respond to a question given to you and which relates directly to the semester research topic. This task calls for you to critically respond to the research you have carried out by presenting your views and opinions on the literature you have read. For this task you will record a 5-6 minute video where you speak ‘directly to camera’. Note, you will have 48 hours to construct and record your verbal response to the given question.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
- All required readings will be available on the QCD211 Canvas site under QUT Readings.
- QUT Cite/Write.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
QUT Business Capabilities (Postgraduate)
HO (2.1): Critical Analysis
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Group Discussion, Literature Review
HO (2.2): Independent Judgement and Decision-Making
Relates to: ULO1, Oral Critical Response
KS (1.1): Discipline and Professional Practice Knowledge
Relates to: ULO2, Literature Review
PC (3.1): Professional Communication (Written)
Relates to: ULO3, Literature Review
PC (3.2): Professional Communication (Oral)
Relates to: ULO3, Group Discussion, Oral Critical Response
SE (5.1): Ethical and Legal Understanding
Relates to: Group Discussion, Literature Review, Oral Critical Response
TS (4.2): Teamwork Knowledge and Skills
Relates to: ULO3, Group Discussion
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.BS37 Graduate Certificate in Business and Communication
- Demonstrate and apply integrated and advanced discipline and professional practice knowledge, including knowledge of relevant research principles and methods.
Relates to: ULO2, Literature Review - Critically investigate real world business issues and problems drawing on analysis, evaluation and synthesis of discipline knowledge, including theory and practice.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Group Discussion, Literature Review - Exercise creativity and intellectual independence and make informed decisions and judgements in planning, designing, and executing strategic and research-based responses to address real world issues and problems.
Relates to: ULO1, Oral Critical Response - Use information literacy skills and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes, contexts and audiences.
Relates to: ULO3, Literature Review - Demonstrate and apply knowledge of ethical and legal principles and practices of business in critically analysing and effectively responding to complex business issues.
Relates to: Group Discussion, Literature Review, Oral Critical Response
EN60 Graduate Certificate in Communication for Engineering
- Demonstrate and apply specialised knowledge and technical skills in at least one Engineering discipline.
Relates to: Group Discussion, Literature Review - Critically investigate real world engineering issues and solve complex problems drawing on specialised creative skills, analysis, evaluation and synthesis of discipline knowledge, theory and practice.
Relates to: Literature Review, Oral Critical Response - Employ effective written and oral professional communication skills across social, cultural and discipline domains.
Relates to: Group Discussion, Literature Review, Oral Critical Response - Exercise responsibility and accountability in applying knowledge and skills for own learning and effective practice including working independently, ethically and collaboratively.
Relates to: Group Discussion
IN17 Graduate Certificate in Communication for Information Technology
- Critically analyse complex IT problems and opportunities and use creativity and problem-solving skills to generate solutions.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Group Discussion, Literature Review, Oral Critical Response - Work effectively in both self-directed and collaborative contexts.
Relates to: ULO2, Group Discussion, Literature Review - Communicate effectively in IT professional contexts using written, visual and oral formats.
Relates to: ULO3, Group Discussion, Literature Review, Oral Critical Response - Critically reflect on the social, cultural, ethical and diversity issues related to the IT field.
Relates to: Group Discussion, Literature Review
Unit Outline: College 2 2025, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | QCD211 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | QCD111. QCD111 can be studied in the same teaching period as QCD211 |
| Coordinator: | Linda Olsen | linda.olsen@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This unit is designed to enhance the academic communication capabilities of students across various disciplines. The unit focuses on developing advanced skills in both written and spoken academic genres, with an emphasis on critical evaluation, synthesis of complex information, and the effective presentation of research findings. The unit will also cover effective strategies for managing and communicating complex information, fostering critical thinking, and utilising the conventions of academic writing and speaking.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Research, organise and analyse information obtained from a range of academic sources
- Synthesise information from academic sources to construct coherent and well-supported arguments, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the topic.
- Critically evaluate academic literature, integrating diverse sources to construct evidence-based arguments in both written and oral formats.
- Deliver articulate and well-organised oral presentations, utilising appropriate academic language to enhance understanding.
Content
Content Includes:
- Critical reading and application
- Managing and organising information
- Analysing and evaluating information from a range of academic sources
- Critical analysis of academic literature
- Developing evidence-based arguments
- Writing process including citation and referencing
- Presenting evidence-based opinions and responding to others’ arguments
- Effective oral communication
Learning Approaches
This unit takes a blended approach to learning and teaching. You will be provided with both eContent and timetabled activities such as tutorials and workshops and practicals. During the timetabled activities, the unit coordinator and/or your tutor will further explain content and you will be provided with opportunities to explore this content in a collaborative learning environment. eContent will be clearly identified on your Canvas site for you to engage with weekly before your classes. eContent could include videos, readings, self-reflection and/or peer activities designed to enhance your learning experience. After your weekly classes, you should continue to engage with unit resources to ensure you consolidate your understanding of the unit content. Teaching team members will also be available for one-on-one consultations to assist you with your learning journey.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists, rubrics, written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
There are three summative assessment tasks to be completed in this unit. Formative assessment activities, undertaken in class, will provide you with opportunities for feedback and discussion. Assessment activities in this unit are designed to support your learning and enable you to provide evidence of your achievement of the unit learning outcomes.
Summative Assessment (SA)
Summative assessment is included in the calculation of your final grade.
Formative Assessment (FA)
Formative assessment is used to provide feedback to you to assist with your progress.
See the Canvas site for this unit for assessment submission details.
Modification to assessment may be required based on mode of study.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Group Discussion
This task has two parts. Firstly, you must select what you consider to be a significant or influential source to use in your literature review. You should evaluate and reflect on this source and be prepared to discuss it with a small group of your peers. Each group member will have 4-5 minutes to participate in the discussion. Secondly, you will be required to complete a 500 written word document where you analyse the significance of your chosen source and reflect on its usefulness to your research.
The first part of this assessment item is completed as a group, but graded individually. The second part is completed and graded individually.
The second part of this assessment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Literature Review
You will produce a literature review based on a research topic provided to you. This task will require you to conduct your own research and follow the organisational structure and linguistic features of a literature review.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Oral Critical Response
You will prepare and deliver a video presentation in which you will respond to a question given to you and which relates directly to the semester research topic. This task calls for you to critically respond to the research you have carried out by presenting your views and opinions on the literature you have read. For this task you will record a 5-6 minute video where you speak ‘directly to camera’. Note, you will have 48 hours to construct and record your verbal response to the given question.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
- All required readings will be available on the QCD211 Canvas site under QUT Readings.
- QUT Cite/Write.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
QUT Business Capabilities (Postgraduate)
HO (2.1): Critical Analysis
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Group Discussion, Literature Review
HO (2.2): Independent Judgement and Decision-Making
Relates to: ULO1, Oral Critical Response
KS (1.1): Discipline and Professional Practice Knowledge
Relates to: ULO2, Literature Review
PC (3.1): Professional Communication (Written)
Relates to: ULO3, Literature Review
PC (3.2): Professional Communication (Oral)
Relates to: ULO3, Group Discussion, Oral Critical Response
SE (5.1): Ethical and Legal Understanding
Relates to: Group Discussion, Literature Review, Oral Critical Response
TS (4.2): Teamwork Knowledge and Skills
Relates to: ULO3, Group Discussion
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.BS37 Graduate Certificate in Business and Communication
- Demonstrate and apply integrated and advanced discipline and professional practice knowledge, including knowledge of relevant research principles and methods.
Relates to: ULO2, Literature Review - Critically investigate real world business issues and problems drawing on analysis, evaluation and synthesis of discipline knowledge, including theory and practice.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Group Discussion, Literature Review - Exercise creativity and intellectual independence and make informed decisions and judgements in planning, designing, and executing strategic and research-based responses to address real world issues and problems.
Relates to: ULO1, Oral Critical Response - Use information literacy skills and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes, contexts and audiences.
Relates to: ULO3, Literature Review - Demonstrate and apply knowledge of ethical and legal principles and practices of business in critically analysing and effectively responding to complex business issues.
Relates to: Group Discussion, Literature Review, Oral Critical Response
EN60 Graduate Certificate in Communication for Engineering
- Demonstrate and apply specialised knowledge and technical skills in at least one Engineering discipline.
Relates to: Group Discussion, Literature Review - Critically investigate real world engineering issues and solve complex problems drawing on specialised creative skills, analysis, evaluation and synthesis of discipline knowledge, theory and practice.
Relates to: Literature Review, Oral Critical Response - Employ effective written and oral professional communication skills across social, cultural and discipline domains.
Relates to: Group Discussion, Literature Review, Oral Critical Response - Exercise responsibility and accountability in applying knowledge and skills for own learning and effective practice including working independently, ethically and collaboratively.
Relates to: Group Discussion
IN17 Graduate Certificate in Communication for Information Technology
- Critically analyse complex IT problems and opportunities and use creativity and problem-solving skills to generate solutions.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Group Discussion, Literature Review, Oral Critical Response - Work effectively in both self-directed and collaborative contexts.
Relates to: ULO2, Group Discussion, Literature Review - Communicate effectively in IT professional contexts using written, visual and oral formats.
Relates to: ULO3, Group Discussion, Literature Review, Oral Critical Response - Critically reflect on the social, cultural, ethical and diversity issues related to the IT field.
Relates to: Group Discussion, Literature Review