Communications - Level 4 - 4N0689 - QQI Course
Communications 4N0689
The QQI component title of this module is Team Working Module Code: 4N1169. The module is at level 4 and the module holds a credit value of 15 credits on the National Framework of Qualifications.
- This module forms part of the major award Horticulture 4M1994
- It is also possible to complete this module 4N0689 Communications as a stand alone module
On successful completion of this award, you will have the knowledge, skill and competence to act as an effective member of a team, completing team-related tasks under instruction, while taking responsibility own activities and actions.
Content
Throughout this programme, you will discover how to;
- Explain some impacts of current communications and information technologies on learning activities, social and work life, to include personal computers, digital, mobile and internet technologies
- Outline elements of legislation that must be observed in a personal and/or work context, to include health, safety and welfare at work and communicationsrelated legislation
- Communicate a range of messages effectively using visual aids and non-verbal communication tools and strategies, to include images, signs, non-verbal aspects of speech, appearance, colour and the surrounding environment
- Interpret images, to include work-related photos and diagrams, charts, maps, graphics, advertisements, pop videos, logos, statistical information
- Demonstrate listening skills for a range of purposes, to include use of eye contact, seeking clarification, note-taking, summarising and paraphrasing
- Demonstrate a range of reading techniques, to include skimming, scanning, in-depth study, identifying key points, extracting information, evaluating bias and purpose
- Extract the main facts, ideas, issues and opinions from a variety of aural and written sources, to include spoken and written media texts and material relevant to a vocational area
- Use drafting, editing and proof-reading skills to write routine documents with accurate punctuation, spelling and sentence structure, to include creative material and work-related reports, electronic correspondence, forms, letters, memos and minutes
- Interact effectively with others in different contexts, including discussion with peers, one-to-one, in a group/team, working under supervision, oral presentation, formal interview and for the purposes of informing and persuading
- Plan for clear communication including contextual factors such as social, physical, relational, genre
- Use at least one medium of communications and or information technology to exchange information with another user.
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