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 spatial data acquisition. | 1.1. | Project specifications, client instructions and agreements are determined and analysed according to organisational requirements. |
| 1.2. | Data requirements are confirmed with appropriate persons and resources are allocated to project tasks according to organisational requirements. |
| 1.3. | Protocols for communicating with spatial data providers are followed according to organisational requirements. |
| 1.4. | Viability of provider’s service agreement is assessed based on advice from appropriate persons. |
| 1.5. | Data acquisition options are determined according to project specifications and organisational requirements. |
| 1.6. | Data is received and processed according to project specifications and organisational requirements. |
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2. | Validate spatial data. | 2.1. | Data is assessed for validity and integrity according to project specifications. |
| 2.2. | Omissions and gaps in spatial data are identified and resolved in consultation with appropriate persons. |
| 2.3. | Metadata is recorded according to organisational requirements. |
| 2.4. | Documentation is completed and 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 obtain and validate spatial data that meets client specifications for two different projects.
While obtaining and validating the above spatial data, the person must:
apply contingency measures when solving problems relating to data
comply with organisational requirements and manufacturer specifications when using the equipment specified in the assessment conditions
comply with organisational requirements for:
allocating resources, delegating duties and working within budgetary constraints
communicating with clients and spatial data providers
recording metadata and completing documentation
working safely when using screen-based equipment
comply with legal requirements relating to client service provision, and accessing and managing spatial data
exercise precision when archiving, retrieving, managing and manipulating spatial data
use industry-accepted methods for assessing the validity and integrity of spatial data and resolving errors.
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:
industry-accepted standards relating to obtaining and validating spatial data
legal requirements for accessing, storing, retrieving and archiving digital and hard copy spatial data, including data privacy and information copyright
methods for assessing and validating spatial datasets and dataset sources
organisational requirements relating to:
work health and safety
client services
human resource management
completing documentation
spatial data capture methodologies
spatial data formats and structures
key features of spatial reference systems.
The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:
equipment:
computer with software appropriate for spatial data management and electronic communication
printer
specifications:
organisational policies and procedures relating to:
work health and safety
data privacy and information copyright
project budget and resources
physical conditions:
access to equipped work station
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.