Assessor Resource

AHCPER204
Check and operate permaculture water systems

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to check and operate permaculture water systems.

All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.

This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.

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

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Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Prepare for working with permaculture water systems

1.1 Discuss work requirements with supervisor and seek clarification where necessary

1.2 Assess requirements for water and natural water flows

1.3 Conduct checks on tools and equipment to be used

1.4 Prepare materials required for water systems work

2. Set up water systems equipment

2.1 Handle water systems equipment

2.2 Position water systems equipment

2.3 Check pumps, bores and other water delivery mechanisms and report any issues

2.4 Position and secure water control devices

3. Carry out water systems operations

3.1 Operate water systems as required

3.2 Check required head and water levels are achieved and maintained in active systems to ensure sufficient water flow

3.3 Monitor progress of water flow in passive systems

3.4 Carry out water system changes and record

3.5 Shift water system equipment

4. Clean and store water system equipment

4.1 Clean equipment and prepare for storage

4.2 Load equipment for transport

4.3 Store equipment

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:

prepare to set up a permaculture water system

set up water systems

monitor water flows

place system components in a way that gives most effect and greatest yield

inspect earthworks for passive water catchment, storage and movement

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

permaculture principles and practices in relation to water systems

behaviour of water in the natural environment

reading natural water flows

operation of permaculture water systems, such as:

irrigation systems

water collection and storage containers (tanks, dams)

recycling

waste-water systems

water conservation approaches

swales

contour banks

mulch pit and path systems

dams

chinampas

free-flowing water (streams, rivers)

aquaculture systems

aquaponics systems

productive water bodies (lakes, the sea)

earthworks for passive water catchment, storage and yield

components of a water system and their cleaning and storage requirements

water conservation and management principles and practices including working with passive systems, swales, terraces, dams and other earthworks

passive harvesting, movement and nutrient adding systems including appropriate earthworks

biological filtering of water into and out of a permaculture water system

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs. Assessors must also hold a nationally accredited Certificate III qualification (or higher) in Permaculture and/or have completed a Permaculture Design.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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. Prepare for working with permaculture water systems

1.1 Discuss work requirements with supervisor and seek clarification where necessary

1.2 Assess requirements for water and natural water flows

1.3 Conduct checks on tools and equipment to be used

1.4 Prepare materials required for water systems work

2. Set up water systems equipment

2.1 Handle water systems equipment

2.2 Position water systems equipment

2.3 Check pumps, bores and other water delivery mechanisms and report any issues

2.4 Position and secure water control devices

3. Carry out water systems operations

3.1 Operate water systems as required

3.2 Check required head and water levels are achieved and maintained in active systems to ensure sufficient water flow

3.3 Monitor progress of water flow in passive systems

3.4 Carry out water system changes and record

3.5 Shift water system equipment

4. Clean and store water system equipment

4.1 Clean equipment and prepare for storage

4.2 Load equipment for transport

4.3 Store equipment

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:

prepare to set up a permaculture water system

set up water systems

monitor water flows

place system components in a way that gives most effect and greatest yield

inspect earthworks for passive water catchment, storage and movement

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

permaculture principles and practices in relation to water systems

behaviour of water in the natural environment

reading natural water flows

operation of permaculture water systems, such as:

irrigation systems

water collection and storage containers (tanks, dams)

recycling

waste-water systems

water conservation approaches

swales

contour banks

mulch pit and path systems

dams

chinampas

free-flowing water (streams, rivers)

aquaculture systems

aquaponics systems

productive water bodies (lakes, the sea)

earthworks for passive water catchment, storage and yield

components of a water system and their cleaning and storage requirements

water conservation and management principles and practices including working with passive systems, swales, terraces, dams and other earthworks

passive harvesting, movement and nutrient adding systems including appropriate earthworks

biological filtering of water into and out of a permaculture water system

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs. Assessors must also hold a nationally accredited Certificate III qualification (or higher) in Permaculture and/or have completed a Permaculture Design.

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
Discuss work requirements with supervisor and seek clarification where necessary 
Assess requirements for water and natural water flows 
Conduct checks on tools and equipment to be used 
Prepare materials required for water systems work 
Handle water systems equipment 
Position water systems equipment 
Check pumps, bores and other water delivery mechanisms and report any issues 
Position and secure water control devices 
Operate water systems as required 
Check required head and water levels are achieved and maintained in active systems to ensure sufficient water flow 
Monitor progress of water flow in passive systems 
Carry out water system changes and record 
Shift water system equipment 
Clean equipment and prepare for storage 
Load equipment for transport 
Store equipment 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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