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 storage of spatial data. | 1.1. | Data storage objectives and constraints are identified and documented in consultation with appropriate persons. |
| 1.2. | Data design is analysed to determine components to be maintained according to task requirements. |
| 1.3. | Storage techniques to be used are determined and evaluated according to organisational requirements. |
| 1.4. | Administrative and legal requirements for data storage are complied with and recorded according to organisational requirements. |
| 1.5. | Work is allocated to appropriate persons and supervisory processes are implemented to ensure work is completed within time available. |
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2. | Store spatial data. | 2.1. | Arrangements are put in place to create data indexes to assist in data retrieval and storage according to task requirements. |
| 2.2. | Spatial data is recorded in an index according to organisational requirements. |
| 2.3. | Method of spatial data storage is selected according to organisational requirements. |
| 2.4. | Spatial data is backed up according to organisational requirements. |
| 2.5. | Distribution method is determined to ensure that current data is available according to task and organisational requirements. |
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3. | Access and retrieve spatial data. | 3.1. | Arrangements are put in place to use the indexing system to locate spatial data source. |
| 3.2. | Spatial data is accessed and if necessary translated into required format according to task requirements. |
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4. | Manage contingencies. | 4.1. | Risk management plan is developed to identify risks, contingencies and possible solutions to anticipated spatial data storage and retrieval problems. |
| 4.2. | Risk and contingency plans are communicated to appropriate persons and, if necessary, implemented 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 develop two different spatial databases to meet specifications.
While developing the above spatial databases, the person must:
analyse written spatial data storage specifications to identify storage requirements and constraints
arrange data indexes that allow for several notations for cross-referencing data
access spatial data and translate it into required format
arrange to create, access and use an indexing system for spatial data
assess feasibility of data storage options based on available budget, resources and priorities
comply with administrative and legal requirements for storing, using and retrieving spatial data
comply with organisational requirements for:
recording data
completing documentation
health and safety when using screen-based equipment
develop risk and contingency management plans to ensure security of stored spatial data
negotiate with clients, data suppliers and data network storage providers to achieve required outcomes
plan system design, including assessing available formats and storage requirements
read and write technical reports detailing storage solutions for spatial data
research and evaluate sources of spatial data
supervise and coordinate staff to assist with research activities
use project management techniques to coordinate database requirements
use software, hardware and networking applications to access, store and retrieve data.
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:
administrative and legal requirements for storing, using and retrieving digital and hard copy spatial data, including copyright
spatial data storage and retrieval methods
key features of current indexing systems
data retrieval methods, including querying and browsing techniques for obtaining information from databases
industry metadata standards relating to:
availability
conditions of use
coordinate system
currency
custodian
data accuracy
data description
date of acquisition
licence
quality
source
spatial data acquisition methodologies
version control
network and security guidelines relating to spatial data
organisational policies and procedures relating to:
accessing, recording, storing and retrieving spatial data
communicating with clients, end users and network storage providers
completing records and documentation
working within budget and resource constraints and priorities
spatial data formats, classification and indexing systems
spatial data input technologies, including digitising, scanning, remote sensing and satellite imagery
spatial data maintenance and management systems
key features of spatial reference systems
types of storage media for a range of spatial data.
The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:
equipment:
computer with software appropriate for spatial data storage and retrieval
ancillary hardware
specifications:
organisational policies and procedures relating to:
work health and safety
data privacy and information copyright
physical conditions:
access to equipped work station
relationships with team members and supervisor:
working in a team.
Timeframe:
as specified by task and organisational 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.