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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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.