Assessor Resource

CPPSIS5032
Capture new spatial data

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to capture new spatial data to meet client specifications using a variety of data capture methodologies. The unit covers analysing project specifications, as well as organisational, administrative and legal requirements, to coordinate human resources, equipment and supplies. The unit also covers setting up and using specialist surveying equipment and technologies to capture and manipulate spatial data, including entities, attributes, topological features and metadata; and checking and validating the integrity and accuracy of results. In addition, the unit covers performing the operational maintenance of equipment to ensure its sound working order, and identifying faults and organising repairs as required. The unit requires the ability to use project management techniques to schedule, monitor and report on project activities, and supervisory skills to designate work and provide guidance to staff.

The unit supports those who work in a lead role in a surveying or spatial information services team in areas such as surveying, cartography, town planning, mapping or geographic information systems (GIS).

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

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



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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Prepare for data collection.

1.1.

Project and client specifications, organisational requirements, and available resources are identified and key activities and timeline scheduled accordingly.

1.2.

Administrative and legal requirements for data collection are complied with and recorded according to organisational requirements.

1.3.

Appropriate persons are informed about the project according to organisational requirements.

1.4.

Equipment, supplies and technologies are selected according to project specifications.

1.5.

Designated responsibilities are communicated to staff to ensure understanding of work tasks according to organisational requirements.

2.

Gather spatial data.

2.1.

Equipment is set up and operated according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

2.2.

Entities are related to a reference system, and data and attributes are collected according to project specifications.

2.3.

Metadata is documented according to industry-accepted standards and organisational requirements.

2.4.

Discrepancies between specifications and actual activities are identified, recorded and reported.

2.5.

Guidance is given to staff assisting in the data collection process as required and according to organisational requirements.

3.

Maintain equipment.

3.1.

Operational maintenance of equipment is undertaken according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

3.2.

Contingencies that may affect equipment use are identified and reported.

3.3.

Unsafe or faulty equipment is identified, and reported and referred for repair according to organisational requirements.

3.4.

Tools and equipment are stored safely according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

4.

Finalise collection process.

4.1.

Attributes and topological structures are added to spatial data according to project specifications.

4.2.

Data is recorded correctly and documentation completed according to project specifications and organisational requirements.

4.3.

Data integrity and accuracy are checked and validated according to project specifications.

4.4.

Data and documentation are stored according to organisational requirements.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit. The person must also capture new spatial data that meets client specifications for two different projects, with each project using two of the following pieces of equipment:

data logger or other mobile computing device

global navigation satellite system (GNSS)

laser scanner

level

sonar

total station

unmanned aerial vehicle.

While capturing the above new spatial data, the person must:

coordinate technical and human resources to undertake scheduled work activities, designate work and provide guidance to staff

accurately record metadata

apply contingency measures and risk management strategies to ensure data is collected safely and within project timeframes

comply with legal, administrative and organisational requirements for:

communicating with clients

copyright

recording and reporting information, and completing documentation

using, maintaining and storing tools and equipment

working safely and using personal protective equipment (PPE) when collecting data and operating equipment

apply industry-accepted methods for assessing the validity and integrity of spatial data

conduct operational maintenance on equipment to ensure good working order

exercise accuracy and precision when collecting and recording spatial data using two of the following data capture methodologies:

aerial

conversion or translation from existing information, including hard copy or digital

data logging, including GNSS

photogrammetry

remote sensing

scanning

sonar

manage and manipulate spatial data, including entities and attributes and topological structures, using surveying technologies

plan and organise equipment and supplies required to capture spatial data

set up, calibrate and use surveying equipment

use two of the following tools to assist in capturing new spatial data:

compass

clinometer

digital imagery

distance measuring wheel

tape

ultra-high frequency radio.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

legal requirements for accessing and storing spatial data, including copyright

methods for conducting operational maintenance on surveying equipment

methods for validating the integrity of spatial data

organisational policies and procedures relating to:

budget and resource constraints

client service and communication

completing records and documentation

using and maintaining equipment

work health and safety

principles of risk management relating to data capture operations

purpose and uses of various data capture technologies and equipment

spatial data capture methodologies

spatial data formats and structures

key features of spatial reference systems

supervisory processes required to delegate work tasks and communicate with staff.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment and tools:

as specified in the performance and knowledge evidence

PPE

specifications:

organisational policies and procedures relating to:

work health and safety

data privacy and information copyright

relationships with team members and supervisor:

working in a team.

Timeframe:

as specified by client and project requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Prepare for data collection.

1.1.

Project and client specifications, organisational requirements, and available resources are identified and key activities and timeline scheduled accordingly.

1.2.

Administrative and legal requirements for data collection are complied with and recorded according to organisational requirements.

1.3.

Appropriate persons are informed about the project according to organisational requirements.

1.4.

Equipment, supplies and technologies are selected according to project specifications.

1.5.

Designated responsibilities are communicated to staff to ensure understanding of work tasks according to organisational requirements.

2.

Gather spatial data.

2.1.

Equipment is set up and operated according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

2.2.

Entities are related to a reference system, and data and attributes are collected according to project specifications.

2.3.

Metadata is documented according to industry-accepted standards and organisational requirements.

2.4.

Discrepancies between specifications and actual activities are identified, recorded and reported.

2.5.

Guidance is given to staff assisting in the data collection process as required and according to organisational requirements.

3.

Maintain equipment.

3.1.

Operational maintenance of equipment is undertaken according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

3.2.

Contingencies that may affect equipment use are identified and reported.

3.3.

Unsafe or faulty equipment is identified, and reported and referred for repair according to organisational requirements.

3.4.

Tools and equipment are stored safely according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

4.

Finalise collection process.

4.1.

Attributes and topological structures are added to spatial data according to project specifications.

4.2.

Data is recorded correctly and documentation completed according to project specifications and organisational requirements.

4.3.

Data integrity and accuracy are checked and validated according to project specifications.

4.4.

Data and documentation are stored according to organisational requirements.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Administrative and legal requirements must include at least one of the following:

Indigenous considerations

licensing arrangements

relevant state, territory and federal legislation and regulations relating to data access, use and storage, including data privacy and information copyright

royalty obligations

title search processes.

Appropriate persons must include at least two of the following:

administrative staff

colleague

contractor

field survey staff

land occupier

land owner

manager

technician.

Metadata must include at least four of the following:

availability

conditions of use

coordinate system

currency

custodian

data accuracy

data description

date of acquisition

licence

quality

source

spatial data acquisition methodologies

version control.

Operational maintenance must include at least three of the following:

adjusting

calibrating

cleaning

lubricating

maintaining battery

tightening

undertaking simple repairs.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit. The person must also capture new spatial data that meets client specifications for two different projects, with each project using two of the following pieces of equipment:

data logger or other mobile computing device

global navigation satellite system (GNSS)

laser scanner

level

sonar

total station

unmanned aerial vehicle.

While capturing the above new spatial data, the person must:

coordinate technical and human resources to undertake scheduled work activities, designate work and provide guidance to staff

accurately record metadata

apply contingency measures and risk management strategies to ensure data is collected safely and within project timeframes

comply with legal, administrative and organisational requirements for:

communicating with clients

copyright

recording and reporting information, and completing documentation

using, maintaining and storing tools and equipment

working safely and using personal protective equipment (PPE) when collecting data and operating equipment

apply industry-accepted methods for assessing the validity and integrity of spatial data

conduct operational maintenance on equipment to ensure good working order

exercise accuracy and precision when collecting and recording spatial data using two of the following data capture methodologies:

aerial

conversion or translation from existing information, including hard copy or digital

data logging, including GNSS

photogrammetry

remote sensing

scanning

sonar

manage and manipulate spatial data, including entities and attributes and topological structures, using surveying technologies

plan and organise equipment and supplies required to capture spatial data

set up, calibrate and use surveying equipment

use two of the following tools to assist in capturing new spatial data:

compass

clinometer

digital imagery

distance measuring wheel

tape

ultra-high frequency radio.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

legal requirements for accessing and storing spatial data, including copyright

methods for conducting operational maintenance on surveying equipment

methods for validating the integrity of spatial data

organisational policies and procedures relating to:

budget and resource constraints

client service and communication

completing records and documentation

using and maintaining equipment

work health and safety

principles of risk management relating to data capture operations

purpose and uses of various data capture technologies and equipment

spatial data capture methodologies

spatial data formats and structures

key features of spatial reference systems

supervisory processes required to delegate work tasks and communicate with staff.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment and tools:

as specified in the performance and knowledge evidence

PPE

specifications:

organisational policies and procedures relating to:

work health and safety

data privacy and information copyright

relationships with team members and supervisor:

working in a team.

Timeframe:

as specified by client and project requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.

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
Project and client specifications, organisational requirements, and available resources are identified and key activities and timeline scheduled accordingly. 
Administrative and legal requirements for data collection are complied with and recorded according to organisational requirements. 
Appropriate persons are informed about the project according to organisational requirements. 
Equipment, supplies and technologies are selected according to project specifications. 
Designated responsibilities are communicated to staff to ensure understanding of work tasks according to organisational requirements. 
Equipment is set up and operated according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements. 
Entities are related to a reference system, and data and attributes are collected according to project specifications. 
Metadata is documented according to industry-accepted standards and organisational requirements. 
Discrepancies between specifications and actual activities are identified, recorded and reported. 
Guidance is given to staff assisting in the data collection process as required and according to organisational requirements. 
Operational maintenance of equipment is undertaken according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements. 
Contingencies that may affect equipment use are identified and reported. 
Unsafe or faulty equipment is identified, and reported and referred for repair according to organisational requirements. 
Tools and equipment are stored safely according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements. 
Attributes and topological structures are added to spatial data according to project specifications. 
Data is recorded correctly and documentation completed according to project specifications and organisational requirements. 
Data integrity and accuracy are checked and validated according to project specifications. 
Data and documentation are stored according to organisational requirements. 

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