Description

Today’s engineers rely heavily on the use of computers. To solve problems of practical significance, you need to apply scientific and technical knowledge, common sense, and experience. This unit will provide you with an understanding of basic computer software and programming concepts, and how it is used within the engineering environment. You will learn how to effectively communicate technical information using modern document editing, spreadsheet and presentation applications, and execute professional oral presentations to share your findings. Further, you will develop skills to solve real-world problems using microcontrollers with a programming language. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
1. Use the formatting features of a word processor.
2. Use utilities and advanced features provided with a word processor.
3. Create professional technical reports using word processors.
4. Demonstrate competency in academic writing and referencing.
5. Create and format a spreadsheet.
6. Use formulas to perform calculations in a spreadsheet.
7. Use graphics in a spreadsheet to aid data analysis and visualisation.
8. Designing professional presentation slides, incorporating text and graphics.
9. Communicate technical content in effective oral presentations.
10. Construct and test simple microcontroller programs.
11. Apply programming concepts and debug programs.
12. Use prototyping theory to create technical drawings and 3D designed models optimised for 3D printing.
13. Recognise the importance of good practices in programming.
14. Decompose problems into simpler problems.
15. Implement problem solving strategies and understand how real-word problems can be addressed by the digital world
16. Work collaboratively within group project settings. 

Description

This course develops students’ English language proficiency and academic communication skills to support their adaptation to university expectations and conventions. It scaffolds students to build foundations in three focus areas: academic skills, behaviours, and values, while developing academic language skills and knowledge. The unit introduces the language, texts, and conventions specific to Humanities, Business, and Science programs, and emphasises the value of diverse perspectives offered by different disciplines and their contributions to solving contemporary societal issues. Learning and assessment activities are designed to foster both independent and collaborative learning approaches, guiding students to enhance their abilities in reading, listening, writing and speaking as well as critical thinking, and researching in technologically-advancing academic contexts.

This unit will support students in building effective learning strategies using a range of thinking skills, learning approaches and assessment responses.

This is a core unit in the Monash College Diplomas Part 1. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students are expected to be able to:

1. Critically analyse academic texts to identify key arguments, evidence, and methodologies
2. Accurately interpret and critically evaluate spoken academic content and verbal instructions in academic settings
3. Participate in academic discussions, demonstrating active listening, critical thinking, intercultural understanding and the ability to articulate and sustain viewpoints
4. Deliver a clear, well-organised presentation on an academic topic, presenting and justifying arguments using supporting evidence and examples
5. Write a clear, well-structured academic text, following academic conventions, including structure, register, signposting and discipline-specific referencing conventions
6. Demonstrate critical, analytical and evaluative skills via selecting, synthesising and critically analysing a range of academic sources
7. Employ discipline-specific vocabulary and discourse to convey ideas effectively
8. Use digital and generative AI tools critically and responsibly to support academic production and communication
9. Collaborate effectively in academic and group settings by communicating respectfully, actively listening, and contributing relevant ideas to achieve shared academic goals. 

Description

The practice of engineering involves applying scientific and technical knowledge, common sense and experience to solving problems of practical significance for people. During this unit, you will learn about engineering practices by studying important engineering skills that are not covered in traditional mathematics, chemistry and physics courses, and will apply these skills to projects. Through the study of this unit, you will improve your knowledge of the IT and engineering professions, design and analysis, communication, ethics and economics. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. Undertake a simple design and build project in a competitive team-based environment.
2. Develop conceptual understanding and problem-solving abilities by applying engineering principles.
3. Develop proficiency with technologies for information gathering analysis, simulation, theoretical prediction, access to information, and report preparation.
4. Describe the importance and relevance of engineering and its interdisciplinary ties to other fields and society, in order to become a scientifically literate and ethical citizen.
5. Identify professional issues relevant to a contemporary engineering challenge and appropriate responses.
6. To present and discuss engineering issues and concepts in a range of writing formats, including essay and technical report.
7. Demonstrate proper and ethical scientific and engineering practices, including safety, environment, and record keeping.
8. Interpret scientific and engineering results and draw reasonable conclusions.
9. Work with a small team to plan and manage an engineering project and report on team performance.
10. Communicate effectively through written and oral reports. 

Description

The purpose of this unit is to identify and explain the basic concepts of GDP, business cycles, inflation, unemployment, supply, demand and markets, thereby acquainting students with the basic vocabulary of economics. The roles played by the government, consumers, producers and the cost of production will be explained. A particular emphasis in this unit is to provide students with an introduction of basic issues of both introductory Micro and Macroeconomics.

This unit is taken by part 1 Diploma of Business students. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Define Economics and understand the economic problem of scarcity
2. Understand and apply the theory of the macro economy, with emphasis on GDP, inflation and unemployment
3. Understand the concepts of demand and supply and the application of this theory
4. Explain the concepts of costs and revenues in the case of a single firm 

 
Assessments

Students will be assessed on: An understanding of the body of Micro and Macroeconomic knowledge
The application of the skills of: Critical assessment, interpretation, analysis, evaluation 

Description

In this unit you will examine the relationships between historic and contemporary political, cultural and social forces. You will also engage in thinking about the myriad of problems confronting the modern world and how we can make sense of these problems in terms of conflicts between ideas. Through the study of this unit, you will develop effective critical thinking skills about how the modern world ‘works’ and about your own place, as individuals, in the modern world.

This is a core unit in the Monash College Diploma of Arts, Part 1. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students are expected to be able to:

1. Define and discuss the key ideas and historical events that have shaped the modern world.
2. Critically analyse the conflicts between the ideas defined above.
3. Demonstrate through oral and written presentations, as well as classroom interaction, a heightened awareness of how these different ideas have led to the development of different cultures around the world.
4. Discuss the ethical issues involved in dealing with people from other cultures.
5. Demonstrate how contemporary events and issues in the modern world can be explained through the ideas examined in this unit.
6. Critically reflect on your own place in the modern world, and on what is asked of you as ‘modern’ individuals in the modern world. 

Description

The aim of this course is for students to learn how information and communication media have developed over time.

This unit analyses the key components of mass communication studies theory, and examines how information and communications media have developed over time. The unit explores barriers to communication, as well as the ways in which different communication media and messages have impacted on different social and cultural groups. Through the completion of prescribed readings, class discussion, oral presentations and written essays, students will acquire the knowledge, concepts, and analytical skills which will prepare them for further study in the area of Media, Communication Studies and Journalism in Part Two of the Diploma of Arts.

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students are expected to be able to:

1. Understand how mass communication has developed throughout history and the important events each form of mass media has shaped
2. Understand the concept of ‘audience’ related to the developing communication technologies
3. Examine the notion of power in the media, and the ways in which communication tactics and tools have been used historically both by the media, and by those in power, to influence public opinion
4. Analyse the practical tools of media production, such as television
5. Analyse the importance of new and emerging communication technologies in society such as digital media. 

Description

This unit is taken by part 1 Diploma of Business (Business stream) students. The aim of this unit is to provide students with the knowledge and skills to make effective use of mathematical ideas, techniques and processes in both business and everyday life. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of key features of straight line and line segment graphs and the form of related tables of values.
2. Prove knowledge of the concept of break-even analysis and its relation to graphic and tabular representation of relations.
3. Show knowledge of non-linear relations in terms of a constant of proportionality and key features.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of linear inequalities, systems of linear inequalities and their properties.
5. Show an understanding of sequences and recurrence relations for growth and decay and illustrate knowledge of terms, concepts and definitions associated with simple interest, compound interest, depreciation methods, annuities and reducing balance loans, and formulas and calculations associated with these.
6. Confirm knowledge of matrix properties. Solve data array problems. Solve simultaneous linear equations in two variables using matrix formulations

Description

This unit is an introduction to the techniques, frameworks and processes comprising 3D modelling and 3D imaging. Foundations of 3D aims to give students an understanding of 3D modelling by developing skills in 3D model creation for a variety of contexts, including 3D prototyping, 3D visualisation and 3D modelling for games and animation. Students will communicate their knowledge of 3D theory through the production of designs that demonstrate geometrical modelling, texture mapping, virtual lighting techniques, camera positioning and rendering procedures.

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
1. Evaluate and assess techniques used in the 3D creation process.
2. Research, evaluate and implement 3D geometry, 3D texturing and 3D rendering techniques.
3. Develop and modify 3D models and 3D environments.
4. Design, create and detail 3D models and 3D scenes for diverse media. 

Description

This unit aims to assist you in developing strategies for effectively communicating and negotiating with individuals from other cultures. Businesses today operate in a culturally diverse environment. This unit has been designed to develop your understanding of culture and its impact on business. We will examine the impact of culture on values, norms, attitudes and behaviours, including patterns of communication. In this unit, you will learn effective ways to research cultures and communication styles in order to prepare for intercultural encounters as a student and in work. This unit will provide an opportunity to apply understanding of cultural and ethical issues to realistic business situations.

This is a core unit in the Monash College Diploma of Business, Part 1B. 

Prerequisites

Nil 

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate understanding of culture, communication and the issues involved in intercultural communication.
2. Understand the important relationship between language and culture.
3. Define, describe and analyse the cultural values, norms, attitudes and behaviours that influence and impact on business in a globalised world.
4. Apply intercultural communication skills and understanding of cultural issues involved in dealing with individuals from diverse cultures.
5. Conduct independent research related to intercultural theories and intercultural business.
6. Understand the need to think critically and assess the credibility of sources when conducting academic and business research.
7. Learn to work in groups effectively in research, sharing of ideas and completing tasks.
8. Demonstrate ability to plan, prepare and present ideas in a manner appropriate to the academic and business worlds. 

Description

How is Australian identity and nationality constructed through the film and television industry? Has Australian cinema asserted a specific and identifiable national industry? What are the characteristics of Australian screen culture? What are some of the national myths and archetypes that define Australia in terms of race and gender? What texts feature most prominently in the Australian screen landscape? How does the Australian film and television industry operate in relation to other national and global cinema practices? These are the major questions that will be explored as we take a fascinating journey through some iconic Australian screen productions. 

Prerequisites

Nil 

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students are expected to be able to:

1. Employ techniques to generate ideas, research a topic and structure argumentation in an academic essay format.
2. Have developed techniques of argumentation and providing supporting evidence and examples.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact that practices of representation on the Australian screen has on the ways we perceive ourselves individually and as a nation.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the ways in which industrial factors can influence film content.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of a variety of film elements and how they convey or construct meaning.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of how Australian screen practices operate in relation to other global screen based industries.