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CPPSIS4004A
Collect and set out basic spatial data

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency supports the application of organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, and a sound understanding of technology. The skills and knowledge acquired upon completion of this unit would apply to the needs of employees in supporting positions for surveying, town planning, cartography, mapping and geographic information systems.

While no licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply holistically to this unit at the time of publication, relevant federal, and state or territory legislation, regulations and codes of practice impact upon this unit (see unit performance criteria and range statement).

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to collect and set out basic spatial data. It requires the ability to plan and execute the collection and set out operation in a team environment, often in the lead role. Functions would be carried out under limited supervision and within organisational guidelines.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Nil

Employability Skills

The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of employability skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged, will assist in identifying employability skills requirements.



Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example units CPPSIS4001A Maintain spatial systems, CPPSIS4002A Store and retrieve spatial data, and CPPSIS4005A Collect basic GPS data.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:

ensuring that accuracy has been attempted in:

basic measurements

basic reporting and documentation

basic spatial data reduction and manipulation

basic resource planning

interpretation of basic design information to identify the components to be measured

identifying sources of data and evaluating the suitability of available data against project specifications

matching objectives with resources.

Specific resources for assessment

Resource implications for assessment include access to:

assessment instruments, including personal planner and assessment record book

assignment instructions, work plans and schedules, policy documents and duty statements

registered training provider of assessment services

relevant guidelines, regulations and codes of practice

suitable venue and equipment.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Context of assessment

Holistic: based on the performance criteria, evidence guide, range statement, and required skills and knowledge.

Method of assessment

Demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor (or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment).

Demonstrated competency in a range of situations, that may include customer/workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace.

Obtained by observing activities in the field and reviewing induction information. If this is not practicable, observation in realistic simulated environments may be substituted.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment requires that the clients' objectives and industry expectations are met. If the clients' objectives are narrowly defined or not representative of industry needs, it may be necessary to refer to portfolio case studies of a variety of spatial information services requirements to assess competency.

Oral questioning or written assessment and hypothetical situations (scenarios) may be used to assess underpinning knowledge (in assessment situations where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning or written assessment, questions are to be identical).

Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.

All practical demonstration must adhere to the safety and environmental regulations relevant to each State or Territory.

Where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (recognition of current competencies [RCC] or recognition of prior learning [RPL]), the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.

Assessment processes will be appropriate to the language and literacy levels of the candidate and any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and will reflect the requirements of the competency and the work being performed.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills:

ability to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities

analytical skills to determine the data requirements of a survey project

communication skills to:

discuss vocational issues effectively with colleagues

impart knowledge and ideas through oral, written and visual means

computer skills (technical user level) to complete business documentation

interpret surveying task requirements

literacy skills to:

assess and use workplace information

interpret and understand legal, financial and procedural requirements

process workplace documentation

read, record data and write technical reports

research and access routine sources of spatial data

numeracy skills to:

record and interpret statistics

record with accuracy and precision

undertake basic computations

organisational skills to:

prepare and administer documentation

prioritise activities to meet contractual requirements

self-management skills

spatial skills to:

perform spatial data archival and retrieval

perform spatial data management and manipulation

perform file management

solve basic problems relating to height, depth, breadth, dimension, direction and position in actual operational activity and virtual representation

understand implications of height, depth, breadth, dimension and position to actual operational activity and virtual representation

work effectively as part of a team.

Required knowledge and understanding:

accuracy and precision requirements (basic)

data license agreements

data quality and integrity

data recording and reduction (basic)

existing spatial datasets and dataset sources

organisational policies and guidelines

safe work practices

range of basic spatial data capture and data set out methodologies

relevant legislation and requirements

spatial control requirements

spatial data formats, handling and structure

spatial equipment for data capture and data set out

spatial reference systems.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Format may include:

electronic information and data management systems, where system refers to computer software

hardware

users and other elements.

Spatial data:

may include data from:

echo sounder

global positioning system (GPS)

level

photogrammetry

remote sensing

total station

may relate to:

depth

dimension

direction

height

position.

Specifications refer to:

detailed technical descriptions of the survey data and its requirements.

Range of media may include:

computer-based storage

internet spatial data directories

services authorities indexes

supplier catalogues.

Metadata may include:

summarised information about a spatial dataset that describes the characteristics of the dataset, including:

availability

conditions of use

coordinate system

currency

date of acquisition

quality

source

spatial data acquisition methodologies

version control.

Datasets may include:

collection of data arranged in a digital geographic information exchange standard (DIGEST) compliant format used for the bulk exchange of data between producers

collection of data that has a specification which pre-defines the content and the DIGEST encapsulation.

Attributes are properties associated with an entity and may include:

colour

layer

level

line type

line width

text.

Organisational guidelines may include:

code of ethics

company policy

legislation relevant to the work or service function, including equal employment opportunity (EEO)

manuals

OHS policies and procedures

personnel practices and guidelines outlining work roles and responsibilities.

Suitability:

assessment of whether the spatial data will meet:

accuracy

completeness

coverage

density

logical consistency

specifications.

Availability includes:

assessment of whether the spatial data can be obtained and used for client requirements.

Suppliers of spatial data may include:

brokers

government agencies

internal

private.

Constraints may include:

contractual arrangements

resource availability

time.

OHS may include:

Australian standards

development of site safety plan

identification of potential hazards

inspection of work sites

training staff in OHS requirements

use of personal protective clothing

use of safety equipment and signage.

Documentation required may include:

electronic or paper-based correspondence with client

field records

final reports

records of conversation

survey plots

organisational work activity sheets.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Extent, content, intended use, accuracy, precision and format of required spatial data are clearly identified from the specifications. 
A search is undertaken via a range of media to identify sources of information. 
Metadata for potential spatial data, datasets and attributes are obtained to assist in determining the most appropriate data source. 
All potential sources of spatial data are listed according to organisational guidelines. 
Spatial data and datasets are assessed for suitability against the specifications. 
Availability of suitable data is verified with the potential suppliers of spatial data, taking into account any copyright and ownership constraints. 
Constraints on use of spatial data are assessed against the specifications. 
Where required, sample data is obtained and assessed to further ensure its suitability. 
Spatial data indexing, backup and archiving requirements are determined to ensure currency. 
Administrative and industry requirements for data collection are complied with and recorded. 
OHS requirements are adhered to. 
Spatial data is collected and set out in line with organisational guidelines. 
Skills and knowledge are updated to accommodate changes in data requirements. 
A written assessment of data availability, including cost, licensing conditions and constraints on use is completed according to organisational guidelines. 
A written assessment of the suitability of available data, including comparisons with quality, accuracy, standards and format requirements is completed according to organisational guidelines. 
All remaining documentation requirements are completed according to organisational requirements. 

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