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Session 3 2010
Faculty of Business
School of Business
Albury-Wodonga Campus
Distance Mode
Subject Coordinator Rowan O'Hagan
Subject Overview
Welcome to a new session of study at Charles Sturt University.
This subject introduces economic principles essential to a business person's
understanding of the fundamental economic problems of the firm and to the society in
which that firm operates.
Academic biography
Dr Rowan OHagan has a background in agricultural science and a doctorate in regional
economics. She has previous experience teaching economics, finance and accounting at
the University of Melbourne and La Trobe University.
Dr OHagans research interests include regional economics, regional labour markets
and women in agriculture. Her most recent research has focused on the socio-economic
impact of drought and water policy on rural communities. She has published widely on
these subjects and presented her research at national and international conferences. In
addition, she has twenty years experience in small business, primary production and
community development in rural Australia and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of
Company Directors.
Learning objectives
- be able to discuss the basic theoretical principles (concepts) concerned with the
economic decision making of producers and consumers and their interaction in the
market place;
- be able to discuss the theoretical basis of government economic policies as they relate
to Australia's macroeconomic problems of inflation, unemployment, budget and current
Charles Sturt University Subject Outline
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Contact Procedures
Academic enquiries
Any questions concerning the teaching of this subject can be made by contacting your
subject coordinator.
Subject Coordinator Rowan O'Hagan
Email rohagan@csu.edu.au
Phone To be advised.
Fax To be advised.
Campus Albury
Building/Room number 764/206
Consultation procedures
The subject coordinator will be available for student consultation. You will normally be
informed of the details of such consultation via your subject site or other method.
Contact procedures
Messages for Rowan may be left at the School Office by phone on (02) 6051 9866
To avoid your email being jettisoned with SPAM, it would help if you placed the subject
code and your name in the email title.
The best method for non-personal enquiries is contact via the online forum.
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Subject Delivery
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7.
Read through your Study Guide quickly at first to see what you are expected to
cover.
Then, read the Specific Learning Objectives for the topic (they won't make much
sense until you have first read the Study Guide) and re-read the Study Guide
thoroughly.
Next, read the relevant parts of your prescribed texts (some parts of your text are
not relevant to the Subject Outline and/or to the scope of work that is covered in
your Study Guide).
Read the relevant articles from your Readings and the relevant parts of any
supplementary text you have. This should broaden your understanding of the topic.
Re-read your Study Guide, integrating them with your text, and keeping in mind the
learning objectives you have been given.
Do not leave your assignments to the last minute. As soon as you have covered the
topic relevant to a part of your assignment make notes and do a trial run (draft) of
your answer.
There is no denying that there is a lot of work to be done but keep things in
perspective. If you 'chip away' at work and don't let yourself fall too far behind at
any stage, it will be achievable. Contact the subject coordinator by ringing the
school secretary and leaving a message (phone (02) 6051 9866) if you have
difficulty or cannot make contact by email.
Subject Content
This is a very intensive introductory study in Economics and effectively covers the
material of at least two undergraduate subjects. As such, you will be expected to work
very hard indeed. You have 12 topics to cover in the 9 weeks, with a three week break
over Christmas/New Year. Some topics require more work and reading than others. To
cover the subject, we are getting down to serious work early before the end of year rush.
Don't be discouraged by the first couple of weeks or the unfamiliarity of the economic
jargon - immerse yourself and enjoy.
List of topics
Topic 1 The nature and method of economics
Topic 2 The essentials of market theory (microeconomics)
Topic 3 Economics of the consumer
Topic 4 Economics of the producer/firm
Topic 5 Cost concepts for decision making
Topic 6 Market structures 1: Perfect competition
Topic 7 Market structures 2: Imperfect competition
Topic 8 The essentials of macroeconomics
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Schedule
Session Week
15 November
1&2
Important dates
22 November
Economics of the
consumer
29 November
Economics of the
producer
6 December
13 December
6&7
Market structures
Assessment item 1
1: Perfect market
due 17 December
competition
2010
Market structures
2: Imperfect market
competition
10 January
8&9
The essentials of
macroeconomics &
Demand side
equilibrium and the
Keynesian model
10
17 January
10
Fiscal policy
11
24 January
11
Money, monetary
policy and
monetarism
12
31 January
12
Contemporary
macroeconomic
issues
Assessment item 2
due 4 February
2011
Note:
The essential reading for each topic is listed at the beginning of that topic in your Study
Guide and/or throughout the text. You might like to reproduce the above guide and add
in beside each topic all of the essential and suggested readings, taking into account the
changes in 6th edition of the text.
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Residential school
There is no residential school for this subject.
Prescribed text(s)
McTaggart, D., Findlay, C., & Parkin, M. (2007). Economics (6th ed.). Sydney [MFP]:
Pearson Education.
The CSU Study Guide is based on the 5th edition of the prescribed text as it was
prepared and printed prior to the University being notified of the new edition of the text.
The required reading from the 6th edition of the text for each topic or part of the topic
will be supplied via Interact subject resources. The whole of Chapters 1-4 should be read
to begin with. It is a great textbook and easy to follow.
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Assessment Information
Pass Requirements
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Your assessment in this subject will be based on two assignments worth 100% of the
available marks.
1.
2.
In order to meet terms for this subject, you must submit both assignments, failure to
submit an assignment will result in a failed grade in the subject.
In order to obtain a passing grade in this subject, you must meet the terms and
obtain at least 50% of the aggregate (total) marks for the subject.
Grades
The Academic Senate has approved the following definitions and guidelines for the
awarding of grades within subjects taught at Charles Sturt University.
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Assessment Requirements
Students will be assessed in subjects on the basis of a combination of norm and criterion
referencing with marks and grades being awarded by a combination of predetermined
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standards and the performance of other students in the subject. Subjects that have a
satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading scale will be clearly spelt out in this Subject Outline.
For further information please consult the Academic Regulations of the Academic
Manual http://www.csu.edu.au/acad_sec/academic-manual/gcontm.htm
Presentation
Presentation of an assessment task is an integral component of the task and will be part
of many marking criteria.
Remember:
To ensure that correct grammar and spelling is used throughout the assessment task.
That any tables/ charts/diagrams or images when used are labelled appropriately
and the source is referenced correctly using the APA or any other accepted
referencing style unless otherwise indicated within the assessment instructions.
Include a cover sheet where this is required check the Due dates table to clarify if
this is required.
Ensure that any essay has a title page, and includes an introduction - which sets the
scene, the body - which identifies and supports your stance and a conclusion
which includes your summary and recommendations.
Further information on these and other learning skills is available at:
http://www.csu.edu.au/division/studserv/learning/
Expectations and requirements for the presentation of economics assignments
Expectations
Your essay should meet the following expectations:
1.
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6.
7.
8.
Answer the Question set, keep to the topic and include all relevant issues.
Consult as many writings on the topic as you can. Comprehend and synthesise the
ideas expressed and then attempt to present them in your own words. Eventually,
you should be able to analyse and criticise other work and cogently argue your own
point of view. You should always support your arguments and opinions with
extensive referencing.
Show in the content of your essay that you have read the set texts and that you have
consulted a reasonable range of books and journals.
Be clear and concise in your expression paying particular attention to sentence
structure. Put yourself in the reader's position and ask, 'Is the meaning clear'?
With economics essays it is usual and often desirable to use a graphical or an
algebraic presentation of certain key points. Ensure that graphs are clearly labelled
and annotated and referred to in the text of the essay.
Include an introduction in your opening paragraph and a conclusion in the final one.
Pay attention to the rules of writing in relation to paragraphing, punctuation,
spelling, etc.
Use headings for sections of your essay where appropriate (see recent journal
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start with a rough outline to topics that will be covered in the paper. Topics should
be arranged in a logical sequence. At this stage the paper will look something like a
'rough' table of contents;
expand each topic into sentences and paragraphs that include all the thoughts the
writer can find or create related to the topic;
pare down this rough draft, eliminating unrequired statements, using annotated
diagrams in lieu of verbose statements, correcting errors in spelling and grammar,
and adding the bibliography; and
in many cases one or more additional redrafts will still be required as new material
is found or thoughts are re-organised.
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Layouts
Use A4 paper if possible (otherwise foolscap), single sheets (separated along the top and
sides). Blank paper should be used for typed essays, and narrow-lined paper should be
used for handwritten essays. They may be handwritten only if your writing is easily read
by others.
The front cover
The front cover of your assignment should include:
date posted.
Note: there is no need to present your work in a folder or binder.
Margins
The left-hand margin must be at least 3.5cm to allow for marker's comments. Unless
you specifically request otherwise, the marker reserves the right to place ink comments
in the margins.
Spacing
All assignments (whether typed or handwritten) must be double-spaced to allow for
marker's comments.
Pages
All pages (except cover page if there is one) must be numbered. Use only one side of the
paper. Fasten pages securely in the top left-hand corner.
Synopsis
A synopsis (precis) of approximately 200 words should be presented on a separate page
at the beginning of part B of your 2nd Assignment. It should indicate the main thrust and
direction of your argument and the conclusions reached.
Note: the synopsis is excluded from essay word requirements.
Bibliography
A bibliography is compulsory.
The bibliography should appear on a separate page immediately after the actual essay.
The following formats are usual:
Blende, R. (1979). Youth unemployment. Australian Bulletin of Labour, 5, November,
19_39.
Corden, W.M. (1974). Trade policy and economic welfare. Oxford: Clarendon Press.
Rowse, T. (1981). Culture and democracy: The economists and the performing arts. In J.
Allen et al. (Ed.), Media interventions (pp. 25-42). Sydney: Intervention Publications.
Seaman, B.A. (1981a). Economic theory and the positive economics of art financing.
American Economic Review, 71, May, 35-40.
Seaman, B.A. (1981b). An assessment of recent applications of economic theory to the
arts. Journal of Cultural Economics, 5, November, 36-52.
Notice the elements of the bibliography that are clear to the reader.
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1.
2.
Seaman (1981a) was not the first to question the application of neoclassical theory
to resource allocations within the performing arts.
In another study (Seaman 1981b, p. 37), this point was again taken up and used.
If a direct quotation is made, the page of the quote should also be included:
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achieve impersonality.
Abbreviations, non-English phrases and slang
If one can say it in English, one should do so. Latin phrases and other non-English
colloquialisms should be avoided if possible. Abbreviations (unless a translation is made
with the initial use) and slang should be avoided.
Plagiarism
It is unfair to honest students that other students cheat or plagiarise. Charles Sturt
University takes a serious view of plagiarism and cheating in any form of assessment,
and will take appropriate steps to detect plagiarism including using electronic plagiarism
detectors.
Plagiarism consists of a person using the words or ideas of another as if they were his or
her own. That is, using, or attempting to use, another person's work without
acknowledgement. The important message here is that if you use the work of another
person then it must be acknowledged. The phrase "using another person's work"
includes, but is not limited to:
Other forms of cheating will also be treated with the utmost seriousness. The University
reserves the right to electronically scan students' assignments for the purposes of
verifying originality.
Penalties for plagiarism are listed in the Academic Regulations under the Student
Academic Misconduct Rule. The penalties include: a caution or reprimand; awarding of
zero marks in the assignment, essay, project, test, examination or other work in respect
of which academic misconduct has occurred; a fail in the subject; a fine; suspended
enrolment; or exclusion from the University.
The Faculty of Business has acquired computer software which can link electronic or
scanned assignments to online data to accurately detect plagiarism. The software can
also detect situations when students submit assignments which include the work of other
students. The software system used by the Faculty is called "Turnitin". The Faculty
reserves the right to require submission of assignments in electronic form. More details
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Collaboration
Collaboration on any assessment items is not permitted in this subject.
Extensions
Assignments should reach the University no later than the due date. Assignments,
therefore, need to be posted some time in advance of the due date to arrive on time.
You are requested to do all in your power to meet assignment deadlines. Extensions will
only be given if you face unforeseen and unavoidable problems. Extensions cannot be
given towards the end of session. In this case you need to apply for an incomplete grade
or course withdrawal. Work and family related pressures do not normally constitute
sufficient reasons for the granting of extensions or incomplete grades.
If it becomes obvious that you are not going to be able to submit an assignment on time
because of an unavoidable problem, you must submit your request for an extension in
writing prior to the due date. Extensions will not be granted on or after the due date.
Assignments received more than two weeks after their due dates, without an extension
having been granted, will be returned with no marks awarded. Pro-rata reductions in the
awarded mark (10% per working day) will be made for items received late without a
granted extension. Extensions, for students resident in Australia, can only be granted by
the subject coordinator.
The last date for receipt of assignments at the University is the last day of the teaching
session (prior to the exam period), in circumstances where your lecturer has granted an
approved extension.
Online Submission
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Assessment tasks can be submitted electronically to the CSU Assignment Section via
EASTS (Electronic Assignment Submission Tracking System).
In order to access EASTS, click on the EASTS link in the menu bar on the left hand side.
This will take you to the EASTS site where you are provided with step-by-step
instructions to guide you through the online submission process. EASTS has a help
function that will allow you to print out instructions to assist you in this process if
required.
Note:
A message will be sent to the email address, as recorded on the system under 'My
Email', confirming the receipt of your assessment task via EASTS.
A duplicate assignment cover sheet will be attached to the assessment task on
receipt at CSU.
Assessment tasks submitted electronically via EASTS will be returned, after
marking, (in most cases) by post, not electronically.
Postal Submission
It is recommended that your name and your student number be included in the header or
footer of every page of any assignment. Charles Sturt University has a centralised
assignment receipt centre. Unless they are submitted electronically all assignments
should be accompanied by a completed assignment cover sheet and mailed to the
following address:
Assignment Section
Division of Learning and Teaching Services
Charles Sturt University
Locked Bag 600
Building 483, Nathan Cobb Drive
Wagga Wagga NSW 2678
The Assignment Section will record the receipt of your assignment on the computer
system and date stamp it. It will then be forwarded directly to the marker. If you wish to
confirm receipt of your assignment you can do so online through my.csu (http://my.csu.
edu.au/).
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confirm receipt of your assignment you can do so online through my.csu (http://my.csu.
edu.au/).
Resubmission
Resubmission of assignments will not be permitted.
Assignment Return
You should normally expect your marked assignment to be despatched/returned to you
within three weeks of the due date, if your assignment was submitted on time. If an
assignment is submitted on time but not returned by the return date, you should make
enquiries in the first instance to the subject coordinator. If the subject coordinator is not
available, contact Student Services Support Central on 1300 734 654.
Feedback
Assessment of assignments is provided as a numerical mark out of the designation value
given to the assignment. Normally feedback will be provided in general comments on the
cover of the assignment while specific comments of feedback will be offered within the
text of the assignment. On occasion, a general feedback sheet on each assignment is
provided to all students.
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Value: 50%
Covers: Topics 6-12
Short answers questions (50 marks) - all questions are of equ
Answer all questions. Use diagrams wherever applicable. Answer to each question
should not exceed one page in length and may be shorter.
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6.
7.
8.
'No firm is completely sheltered from rivals; all firms compete for the dollars of
consumers. Pure monopoly, therefore, does not exist.' Do you agree? Explain your
reasoning and the limits to your arguments. Does this make the study of monopoly
redundant?
Explain why the effectiveness of an expansionary monetary policy in increasing
aggregate output is partially dependent on the interest sensitivity of the demand for
money.
Identify whether each of the following would lead to an appreciation or depreciation
of the dollar. In each case, explain why the currency either appreciates or
depreciates.
a. Australian citizens switch from buying stock in US companies to buying stock in
Australian companies.
b. The inflation rate in Australian increases relative to the inflation rate in the US.
c. The money supply is increased in Australia.
d. Income in Australia increases.
Explain how the current account of the balance of payments is likely to vary with
the course of the business cycle.
Imagine that you had to determine whether a particular period of inflation was
demand pull, or cost push, or a combination of the two. What information would
you require in order to conduct your analysis?
Critically evaluate the following statement: 'it is socially desirable for households to
attempt to increase their rate of saving whenever a recession begins. In this way
households will be able to accumulate the financial resources to pay their way
through bad time'.
What can we expect to happen to the aggregate demand curve if the foreign
exchange rate increase?
Investment is usually modelled as autonomous and yet is negatively related to the
real interest rate. Explain why these facts are not inconsistent.
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solely because it entails a smaller than maximum profit. Total profits are the difference
between total revenue and total costs, and each of these two determinants of profits
depends upon the quantity sold as much as upon the price and unit cost. However, the
remainder of the statement is false. Monopoly, though less pervasive currently than in
the past, is evident in certain industries in Australia. Australia Post, for example, has a
government-prescribed monopoly on small mail items such as letters. In most states
water is still a government-owned monopoly.
2 Discussion on monetary policy. As the money supply is increased, the interest rate
decreases, planned investment increases, and the equilibrium level of output increases.
The effectiveness of expansionary monetary policy in reducing the interest rate will
depend on how much the interest rate is reduced as a result of the increase in the money
supply. If the demand for money is perfectly elastic with respect to the interest rate, a
change in the money supply will have no effect on the interest rate. The more inelastic
the demand for money, the larger the reduction in the interest from a given change in the
money supply. The larger the change in the interest rate, the larger the potential increase
in investment and aggregate output.
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Assessment Items
Item number
Title
Type
Value
Due date*
Return date**
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Assessment
item 1
Assessment
item 2
Assignment
50%
17-Dec-2010
07-Jan-2011
Assignment
50%
04-Feb-2011
25-Feb-2011
* due date is the last date for assessment items to be received at the University
** applies only to assessment items submitted by the due date
Assessment item 1
Assessment item 1
Value: 50%
Due date: 17-Dec-2010
Return date: 07-Jan-2011
Length: One page for each answer
Submission method options
EASTS (online)
Task
Task: All eight questions are to be attempted and are of equal worth. Topics covered: 1-7
Use diagrams where applicable.
Please limit answers to the equivalent of one page double spaced text.
Diagrams are additional to the word limit.
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2.
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7.
8.
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increase your total revenue from Orange Juice drink sales. Explain how knowledge
of the elasticity of demand for Orange Juice drink can help you decide whether or
not to cut your price, using a diagram where appropriate
.
Rationale
This assessment item is designed to:
assist you to develop your learning through discussion of the principles covered in
Topics 1-7 of the subject;
allow you to demonstrate your understanding and knowledge of the subject; and
develop your ability to communicate well in writing.
Marking criteria
Marks will be gained for:
the clarity and comprehensiveness with which you answered the question;
the inclusion of essential information in your answer;
your demonstration, in your answer, that you have understood the concepts and/or
terms of the question;
adherence to the page limit;
proper acknowledgement of books or articles which have contributed to the
assignment. The University takes a serious view of plagiarism or misuse of the
work of others; and
inclusion of bibliography of the books and journal articles used in the assignment at
the end of the report.
Presentation
Presentation guidelines: See 'Preparation and submission of essays' in this Subject
Outline. A synopsis is required only for Part B of Assignment 2 and it is counted for
marking purposes.
Requirements
You should note that this subject uses a due date system for assignments, i.e. the stated
date is the last date for acceptance for that assignment; it is not the date by which the
assignment must be posted. You must timetable your work schedule so you have plenty
of time to ensure your work arrives on time.
Important note:
For all of the assessment tasks you are required to answer all questions.
Answers to each question should not exceed one page in length (unless otherwise stated).
You must keep to the point. Long rambling answers will be penalised.
Assessment item 2
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Assessment item 2
Value: 50%
Due date: 04-Feb-2011
Return date: 25-Feb-2011
Length: Refer below
Submission method options
EASTS (online)
Task
Part A - All 3 questions must be answered and are of equal worth. Please limit answers
to one page each.
Part B - Given below
Part A: Short Answer Questions (20 marks)
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2.
3.
Indicate how each of the following effects aggregate demand and aggregate supply:
a. an increase in interest rates;
b. a fall in the value of the Australian dollar;
c. successful labour market reforms; and
d. an increase in the number of skilled migrants.
Briefly explain the relationship between the Current Account Deficit and the level
of Australias Foreign Debt.
Keynes believed that the classical view of savings and investment was wrong.
What was Keynes own view of savings and investment?
Question 2 Over recent years, the Reserve Bank of Australia has used interest rates in
order to control inflation. Analyse the effects of this monetary policy in the Australian
economy.
Your essay should drawn on your understanding of the relevant policy and provide facts
and figures as evidence. Your conclusion should be made in line with your analysis/
discussion and the points made in the body of your essay. Arguments should be
expressed clearly, concisely and within word limits, clear graphs and tables should be
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provided. All source material should be appropriately referenced in the essay and a list of
all materials must be included in the bibliography at the end of the essay.
Main sources of information include textbooks, print and electronic media
For statistical data you might use the websites of:
Reserve Bank of Australia (http://www.rba.gov.au)
Australian Treasury (http://www.treasury.gov.au)
Australian Bureau of Statistics (http://www.abs.gov.au)
For historical data you might use the websites of:
National Archives of Australia (http://www.naa.gov.au)
Parliamentary Library (http://www.aph.gov.au/library)
General academic sites (http://www.academicinfo.net/histaus.html)
Assessment rationale: This assignment is designed to:
allow you to demonstrate your level of understanding and the level of research
effort within a broad framework;
assist you to develop your learning through discussion of the principles covered in
Topics 8-12 of the subject;
allow you to demonstrate your understanding and knowledge of the subject; and
develop your ability to communicate well in writing.
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Marking criteria
Part A
Marks will be gained for:
the clarity and comprehensiveness with which you answered the question;
the inclusion of essential information in your answer;
your demonstration, in your answer, that you have understood the concepts and/or
terms of the question;
adherence to the page limit;
proper acknowledgement of books or articles which have contributed to the
assignment. The University takes a serious view of plagiarism or misuse of the
work of others; and
inclusion of bibliography of the books and journal articles used in the assignment at
the end of the report.
Support Services
Student Central
Student Central is the first point of contact for currently enrolled students to access all
non-teaching services. Student Central liaises closely with Divisions and Schools to
ensure the timely and accurate resolution of student enquiries.
You may direct your enquires in person to Student Central staff situated within the
Learning Commons found on campus at Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange,
and Wagga Wagga.
You may also contact Student Central through:
ask@csu.edu.au (mailto:ask@csu.edu.au)
1800 ASK CSU (1800 275 278)
Phone from outside Australia: + 61 2 6933 7507
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Student Central
ask@csu.edu.au (mailto:ask@csu.edu.au)
1800 ASK CSU (1800 275 278)
Phone from outside Australia: + 61 2 6933 7507
Variations to Assessment
Should it be necessary to vary the assessment in this subject, you will be notified in
writing by the Subject Coordinator, or Subject Convenor where one is appointed. The
variations to assessment include variations to the assessment tasks and/or assessment
procedures for assignments, examinations and any other assessment task published in the
Subject Outline. The variations will be communicated only after the Subject Coordinator
or Subject Convenor has obtained approval from their Head of School. The overriding
principle is that such changes will not disadvantage students and is made in accordance
with the Awards, Courses and Subjects policy (Part L6.3 (http://www.csu.edu.au/
acad_sec/academic-manual/docs/l6-3.rtf), Section 1.4) of the Academic Manual.
Evaluation of Subjects
CSU values the constructive feedback of all students on its subject offerings. Student
responses are fed back anonymously to Subject Coordinators and Heads of School and
form a basis for subject improvement and recognition of excellence in teaching. Every
School provides a report to their Faculty Board and the University Learning and
Teaching Committee on their evaluation data highlighting good practice and
documenting how problems have been addressed. A summary of those reports can be
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found at:
http://www.csu.edu.au/division/landt/evalunit/online.htm
We rely on student feedback to improve our teaching and strongly encourage you to
complete the online evaluations which open three weeks before the end of session. You
are notified by email of the window opening and provided with a link to each subject
evaluation.
Individual subject results are reported to the Subject Coordinator and Heads of Schools
after grades have been submitted for each teaching session (except where subjects have
one student the results are not reported to staff). The aggregated results for subjects are
available within 3 weeks of the release of grades. They can be accessed online at:
http://www.csu.edu.au/division/landt/evalunit/results.htm
Special Consideration
Academic regulations provide for special consideration to be given if you suffer
misadventure or extenuating circumstances during the session (including the
examination period) which prevents you from meeting acceptable standards or deadlines.
Applications for special consideration must be submitted in writing and include
supporting documentary evidence. Such applications should be sent to the Student
Administration Office.
For further information about applying for special consideration please refer to Part C3 Special Consideration Regulations (http://www.csu.edu.au/acad_sec/academic-manual/
docs/c3.rtf) of the Academic Manual.
Assessment Regulations
The assessment practices of all University subjects are conducted in accordance with the
Universitys Assessment regulations (http://www.csu.edu.au/acad_sec/academic-manual/
docs/g1.rtf).
Academic Conduct
The University expects that you, as a student, will be honest in your studies and research
and that you will not do anything that will interfere with or frustrate the studies and
research of other students. In particular, you are expected to:
acknowledge the work of others in your assignments and other assessable work;
not knowingly allow others to use your work without acknowledgment;
report honestly the findings of your study and research; and
use only permitted materials in examinations.
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Students are also expected to be responsible in the use of University facilities and
resources and to abide by University rules concerning the Library and electronic
resources.
Copies of the Rule of the Library and Code of Conduct for Users of Electronic Facilities
can also be obtained from the Library or the Division of Information Technology (DIT)
Service Desk.
Penalties for breaching the above Rules and Code include suspension or exclusion from
the University.
Students also have expectations of the University and of other students in the
cooperative endeavour of studying. Details of these expectations are provided in the
Student Charter (http://www.csu.edu.au/handbook/).
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