Module Details

Module Code: ZAPP C1201
Module Title: Applications and Interpersonal Communications
Title: Applications and Interpersonal Communications
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Nigel Whyte
Module Author:: Anita Kelly
Domains:  
Module Description: This module introduces students to the skills and knowledge necessary to allow them to communicate effectively in the work environment. It aims to prepare students on how to use office applications to enhance their communication skills. It also aims to prepare students to design, create and maintain a basic web site.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Use and apply the key features and functions of spreadsheets.
LO2 Use a database management system to create and maintain basic databases including tables, queries, forms and reports.
LO3 Design, create and maintain a basic web site using HTML.
LO4 Present on a specified topic or a topic of their choice with the aid of MS PowerPoint. Demonstrate an appreciation of how information is presented, how it is perceived and how it is assimilated.
LO5 Construct in the appropriate format different forms of written communication.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Interpersonal Communications
Using the relevant features and facilities in MS Office to prepare e-mails, letters, and reports relevant to the work environment; document layout and structure; document style and content; document language and tone; organisation of material; clarity and completeness; referencing.
MS Excel
Working in workbooks; using formulas; creating charts; organising and managing data in a list; creating a pivot table; what-if analysis; macros; auto-filters; advanced filters; and subtotals.
Presentations
Key features in MS PowerPoint; use PowerPoint to prepare a presentation; effective preparation; visual aids; delivery technique; persuasion technique; presentation practice and review.
Databases
Uses and terminology; Table: saving and retrieving data; creating key fields; setting field properties; use of wizard; Queries: defining relationships; selection and update queries; use of the wizard; Forms: creating and modifying; use of wizards and auto-forms; Reports: creating and modifying; use of wizards and auto-reports.
Website creation
Designing and creating basic web pages using HTML; key design tips; document tags; formatting; graphics; creating hyperlinks; tables.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 5 Learning Outcomes 1
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Assessment 1 (20%)
The student will be assessed on their knowledge of word processing and spreadsheets.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 2
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Assessments 2 (20%)
The student will be assessed on their knowledge of the database management system.
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Assessment 3 (25%)
The student will be required to give a presentation on a given or chosen topic.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Assessment 4 (25%)
The student will be required to plan and create a basic website for a given or chosen entity.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 10
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Assessment 5 (10%)
The student will be asked to prepare and complete a number of suitable forms of written communication.
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Laboratory Contact Laboratory 12 Weeks per Stage 8.00 96
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact Learner Hours 15 Weeks per Stage 10.27 154
Total Weekly Contact Hours 8.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Ian Tuhovsky. (2015), Communication Skills Training, Createspace Independent Publishing Platform.
  • Richard Blundel & Kate Ippolito. (2013), Effective Organisational Communication, 4th. Pearson, [ISBN: 0-273-71375-3].
  • (2000), Shirley Taylor's essential communication skills, Longman, Harlow, [ISBN: 0-582-43202-2].
  • Kirkman. Good Style: Writing for Science & Technology.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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