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CPPSIS4025A
Collect basic GNSS data

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency supports the application of basic planning, organising and communication skills, the use of technology, and technical understanding in interpreting specifications. 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.

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to collect data using basic global navigation satellite system (GNSS) equipment and to be able to use suitable software to communicate with a GNSS receiver. It requires the ability to combine technical application in a team environment with sound communication skills. 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

This unit contains employability skills.



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.

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 CPPSIS4021A Maintain spatial systems,CPPSIS4022A Store and retrieve spatial data, and CPPSIS4024A Collect and set out spatial 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:

matching collection objectives with resources

accessing and interpreting basic design information to identify the components to be measured and monitored

performing basic measurements

reducing and manipulating GNSS data

recording and reporting non-conformity aspects

knowledge of GNSS data collection methods.

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 surveying and 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

analytical skills to determine appropriate GNSS data collection methods

communication skills to:

discuss vocational issues effectively with colleagues

impart knowledge and ideas through oral, written and visual means

computer skills to complete GNSS documentation

literacy skills to:

assess and use workplace information

read and interpret datums and projections

read and record data, and write technical reports

research and access routine sources of spatial data

numeracy skills to:

analyse errors

record with accuracy and precision

undertake computations

organisational skills to:

prepare and administer documentation

prioritise activities to meet contractual requirements

project management skills

spatial skills to:

perform GNSS data archival and retrieval

perform GNSS data management and manipulation

manage files

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

Required knowledge

accuracy and precision requirements related to collecting GNSS data

data formats

data management

GNSS equipment

industry standards

limitations of equipment

methods for GNSS data processing and data manipulation

organisational policies and guidelines, such as OHS guidelines

planning and control processes

safe work practices

relevant industry requirements and standards

spatial reference systems

surveying computation skills

understanding of errors, accuracy and precision in collection techniques

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.

Specifications may include:

detailed technical descriptions of survey data and its requirements

preparation of cross-sections and plans with all information included.

Organisational GNSS survey requirements may include:

administration (e.g. postcodes, suburbs, and federal and state electoral counties)

analysis of environmental, land and geographic information

asset management

cartographic services

civil engineering

digital imagery

electricity

emergency services management

environmental datasets

geographic information systems

integrated services – environmental, land and geographic related datasets

land ownership tenure system

local government

location-based services

global positioning

mapping facilities

programming GNSS

site analysis

survey marks

sewerage

telecommunications

town planning

utility services, such as water.

Equipment may include:

any geodetic GNSS receiver

associated equipment capable of differential and real time modes of operations.

Project parameters and requirements may include:

coordinate systems

datum

display formats

information displays

outputs.

Relevant personnel may include:

colleagues

registered surveyors

site personnel

staff or employee representatives

supervisors or line managers

suppliers

users.

Organisational guidelines may include:

appropriate timelines

code of ethics

company policy

final product formats

formal design parameters

legislation relevant to the work or service function

manuals

OHS policies and procedures

personnel practices and guidelines outlining teamwork, work roles and responsibilities

requirements for data processing.

Point positional data may include:

basic GNSS positions, not including differential methods.

Validated means reflecting the true state of a test result, including tests for systematic distortions such as:

confounding bias

information/data bias

observational bias

recall bias

selection bias.

Reference system refers to:

projection and datum parameters required for GNSS equipment and processing software.

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.

GNSS software refers to:

GNSS software package designed to process GNSS data and output required information, which may include:

global positioning system (GPS)

global navigation satellite system (GLONASS).

Required information may include:

calculated information

metadata

positional data

set out positional accuracy.

Required documentation may include:

electronic or paper-based correspondence with client

field records

final report

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
A data collection plan is developed, detailing key activities and timelines, which are scheduled with full consideration of the specifications and team activity. 
Organisational GNSS survey requirements are complied with and recorded. 
Equipment is prepared for the survey with consideration of the specific project parameters and requirements. 
Designated responsibilities are communicated to and by relevant personnel to ensure clarity of understanding of the work and to provide a basis for ongoing data assessment. 

Forms

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