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AHCAGB509
Select and implement a Geographic Information System (GIS) for sustainable agricultural systems

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency covers identification and application of current technology, selecting and inputting appropriate data, processing and evaluating information and data produced. This unit assists land managers to make informed decisions in a number of production systems and applications, integrating into an overall holistic planning tool.

All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety legislation and codes, and sustainability practices.

This unit is applicable to persons who have a role in managing a land based production business. This unit is likely to require consultation with external experts, such as extension officers from State Agricultural Departments and agronomists.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Select a GIS to incorporate into the land based business

1.1 Identify appropriate GIS management software appropriate to a land based business requirement

1.2 Identify the purpose and business requirements of the GIS for developing a sustainable land management system

1.3 Collect enterprise and land use management data requirements from all sources of information and enter into the software program

1.4 Identify and assess opportunities and limitations for operational improvements that may result from adopting GIS

1.5 Identify potential cost savings benefits as a result of using GIS and adjust enterprise production budgets

1.6 Develop a plan to incorporate the use of a GIS into the land based business to improve operational efficiency, profitability and sustainability

2. Implement GIS into the land based business

2.1 Identify appropriate training requirements for personnel to optimise the efficient use of machinery and technology

2.2 Select required machinery and technology to incorporate into production operation

2.3 Complete work operations to minimise environmental impacts by improving soil profile and productivity

2.4 Identify and implement corrective action as a result of precise measurement data provided by satellite imagery

3. Review production data using GIS

3.1 Review enterprise operations regularly to identify opportunities for improvements in sustainable production systems using GIS

3.2 Monitor and assess impact of natural conditions on enterprise to maximise sustainability of land-based business

3.3 Review production data to identify increases in productivity and reduced input costs

3.4 Review monitoring procedures and recorded operating costs against production cash flow budget

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

identify a range of software systems and how to apply them into a production system

interpret production and land management maps to apply into everyday farming management

identify erosion, soil management techniques, salinity, farming systems, bio-diversity and weeds by using GIS

apply solutions to erosion, soil management techniques, salinity, farming systems, bio-diversity and weeds using GIS

manage and co-ordinate work teams using GIS and associated technology

complete a cost and benefits analysis

use a computer, including computer aided drafting

analysis digital map images

communicate with staff and other parties on instruction and training in the use of GIS

use self-diagnosis manuals to identify technical systems faults.

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

financial management and strategic planning benefits from the implementation of a GIS

legal concepts on the gathering of data to be used in GIS applications

GIS applications and associated technology

mapping principles of GIS

computer concepts

spatial calculations using GIS.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Select a GIS to incorporate into the land based business

1.1 Identify appropriate GIS management software appropriate to a land based business requirement

1.2 Identify the purpose and business requirements of the GIS for developing a sustainable land management system

1.3 Collect enterprise and land use management data requirements from all sources of information and enter into the software program

1.4 Identify and assess opportunities and limitations for operational improvements that may result from adopting GIS

1.5 Identify potential cost savings benefits as a result of using GIS and adjust enterprise production budgets

1.6 Develop a plan to incorporate the use of a GIS into the land based business to improve operational efficiency, profitability and sustainability

2. Implement GIS into the land based business

2.1 Identify appropriate training requirements for personnel to optimise the efficient use of machinery and technology

2.2 Select required machinery and technology to incorporate into production operation

2.3 Complete work operations to minimise environmental impacts by improving soil profile and productivity

2.4 Identify and implement corrective action as a result of precise measurement data provided by satellite imagery

3. Review production data using GIS

3.1 Review enterprise operations regularly to identify opportunities for improvements in sustainable production systems using GIS

3.2 Monitor and assess impact of natural conditions on enterprise to maximise sustainability of land-based business

3.3 Review production data to identify increases in productivity and reduced input costs

3.4 Review monitoring procedures and recorded operating costs against production cash flow budget

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

identify a range of software systems and how to apply them into a production system

interpret production and land management maps to apply into everyday farming management

identify erosion, soil management techniques, salinity, farming systems, bio-diversity and weeds by using GIS

apply solutions to erosion, soil management techniques, salinity, farming systems, bio-diversity and weeds using GIS

manage and co-ordinate work teams using GIS and associated technology

complete a cost and benefits analysis

use a computer, including computer aided drafting

analysis digital map images

communicate with staff and other parties on instruction and training in the use of GIS

use self-diagnosis manuals to identify technical systems faults.

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

financial management and strategic planning benefits from the implementation of a GIS

legal concepts on the gathering of data to be used in GIS applications

GIS applications and associated technology

mapping principles of GIS

computer concepts

spatial calculations using GIS.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify appropriate GIS management software appropriate to a land based business requirement 
Identify the purpose and business requirements of the GIS for developing a sustainable land management system 
Collect enterprise and land use management data requirements from all sources of information and enter into the software program 
Identify and assess opportunities and limitations for operational improvements that may result from adopting GIS 
Identify potential cost savings benefits as a result of using GIS and adjust enterprise production budgets 
Develop a plan to incorporate the use of a GIS into the land based business to improve operational efficiency, profitability and sustainability 
Identify appropriate training requirements for personnel to optimise the efficient use of machinery and technology 
Select required machinery and technology to incorporate into production operation 
Complete work operations to minimise environmental impacts by improving soil profile and productivity 
Identify and implement corrective action as a result of precise measurement data provided by satellite imagery 
Review enterprise operations regularly to identify opportunities for improvements in sustainable production systems using GIS 
Monitor and assess impact of natural conditions on enterprise to maximise sustainability of land-based business 
Review production data to identify increases in productivity and reduced input costs 
Review monitoring procedures and recorded operating costs against production cash flow budget 

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