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 to meet client GIS data needs. | 1.1. | Client requirements and project specifications for GIS data format are determined in consultation with appropriate persons. |
| 1.2. | Parameters for data manipulation and analysis are specified according to project specifications. |
| 1.3. | New procedures for manipulating and analysing data to meet project specifications are documented. |
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2. | Establish GIS data models. | 2.1. | Applicability of existing tools, models, theories, applications and solutions is reviewed against project specifications. |
| 2.2. | Feasible parameters, equations and assumptions are developed according to project specifications. |
| 2.3. | Models are established to meet project specifications according to organisational requirements. |
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3. | Manipulate and analyse GIS data. | 3.1. | Processes for data manipulation and analysis are determined and used to meet project specifications. |
| 3.2. | Source data limitations and other restricting factors are analysed to ensure data integrity, and problems are identified and resolved or contingencies are managed. |
| 3.3. | Data is isolated and retrieved from source, and interrogated to ensure reliability according to project specifications. |
| 3.4. | Data is manipulated and prepared for presentation media, and project is finalised 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 coordinate geographic information system (GIS) data manipulation and analysis to meet client needs for two different projects.
While coordinating the above GIS data manipulation and analysis projects, the person must:
negotiate with clients regarding data format requirements
conduct research to source geographic information
develop parameters, equations and assumptions to meet task requirements
develop procedures and establish models for data analysis that meet established client specifications for data format
analyse data sources to verify data integrity to ensure:
accuracy
completeness
confidence limits
currency
quality
resolution
scale
build up elements of a database
capture geographic information
manipulate and analyse datasets using general query and programming languages, scripts and command lines
use GIS software to manipulate and analyse data for display on a map
comply with organisational and legal requirements for:
client consultation
data ownership, including accessing and using spatial data, including copyright, intellectual property, data privacy and trade practices
comply with organisational requirements for recording data and completing documentation, and using screen-based equipment.
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:
data reduction and manipulation techniques
database structures and spatial features of databases
line instructions and programming languages to capture geographic information
methods for creating layers on maps
querying and browsing techniques for obtaining information from databases
types of spatial data formats
organisational and legal requirements for accessing and using spatial data, including copyright, intellectual property, and trade practices
organisational policies and procedures relating to:
accessing, recording and storing spatial data
communicating with clients and end users
completing records and documentation
custodianship of data
using computer systems and software to manipulate GIS data.
The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:
equipment:
computer and software appropriate for manipulating GIS data
specifications:
organisational policies, procedures and documentation relating to data privacy and information copyright
physical conditions:
access to equipped work station
relationships with team members and supervisor:
working in a team.
relationships with clients:
client consultation required.
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.