Assessor Resource

DEFEO810A
Acquire data related to pressure

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit applies in a physical science or engineering environment where product undergoes testing to establish that it meets established standards and/or specifications in respect to pressure.

This unit was developed for data acquisition specialists working within proof and experimental organisations in Defence but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.

Typically these individuals must demonstrate the ability to work as individuals and as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures.

This unit covers the competency required to acquire data related to pressure in a proof and experimental environment.

Explosive ordnance proof tests are conducted to ensure weapons systems or explosive ordnance in service with the Australian Defence Force meets the required standards. The acquisition of data related to pressure is a common component of proof tests and normally involves a number of personnel both in planning and implementation.

This unit does not cover the planning for data acquisition. Normally a data acquisition plan would be a component of the testing plan. If planning is required then it is covered in DEFEO602C Plan explosive ordnance trials.

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

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

establish the data collection process

rectify collection faults

maintain the data and documentation

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time in a variety of environments and tests/trials.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated work environment, in accordance with all relevant legislation and organisational requirements.

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to:

live fire range

data collection equipment

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed with the following unit:

DEFEO101D Work safely with explosive ordnance.

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:

direct observation

interviewing the candidate

journals and workplace documentation

third party reports from supervisors

written or oral questions


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills

analyse and evaluate information

communicate effectively with stakeholders

identify relevant information

liaise effectively with stakeholders

prepare and present reports

provide and receive feedback in a constructive manner

review literature

solve problems

use appropriate information technology and software

use a variety of verbal and non-verbal communication techniques

Required Knowledge

analysis process

codes of practice

data acquisition methodologies

information sources

licensing requirements

regulatory requirements

relevant legislation

research techniques

standards relevant to organisational operations

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Stakeholders may include:

Clients or customers (internal and external)

End user/s

General public

Industry

Landowner/s

Organisation's senior management

Other agencies

Other functional areas within the organisation

Project teams

Relevant interest groups

Sponsor/funding bodies

Steering committee members

Supplier/service provider

Unions

Organisations may include:

Defence

Defence contractors and sub-contractors

Defence Materiel Organisation

Defence Science and Technology Organisation

International test agencies

Policies and procedures may include:

Government and organisational policy, guidelines and procedures relating to:

delegation approvals

industrial agreements

procurement guidelines

resourcing

risk management

security

strategic or operational plans

technical and regulatory framework

testing and evaluation

training

Relevant commonwealth, state/territory and local laws affecting organisation's administration such as:

financial management and accounting legislation and regulations

WHS legislation

public sector management acts

Test plans may include:

Data acquisition strategies

Budget and financial management strategy

Contract management

Cost estimates

Evaluation criteria

Expected/measurable outcomes

Facilities

Functional performance specifications

Governance strategy

Implementation strategy

Inclusions and exclusions

Information/communication strategy

Intellectual property strategies

Milestones

Objectives

Occupational concept document

People plan including human resource management and human resource development

Performance criteria/indicators

Purpose

Quality assurance

Quality control

Quality standards

Rationale

Required resources

Resource management

Risk management

Roles and responsibilities

Safety criteria

Schedule/timeline

Specific equipment, instrumentation, and/or specialised facilities and required conditions

Task/WBS

Test and evaluation master plan (TEMP) criteria

Test concept document

Testing control mechanisms

Testing deliverables and their acceptance criteria

Administrative and legal requirements may include:

Access protocols and obligations

Copyright

Organisational protocols for accessing physical, financial and human resources

Relevant personnel may include:

Administrative staff

Contractors

Management

Proof testing staff

Technicians

Trials staff

Equipment may include:

Data-recording equipment

Electronic sensors

Physical pressure measuring devices

Pressure gauges

Manufacturer's specification may include:

Calibration specifications

Equipment specifications

Leaflets, operator's manuals

Printed instruction

Warranty documents

Methodologies may include:

Conversion or translation from existing information (hard copy or digital)

Direct or indirect

Manual entry

Remote sensing

Metadata:

Is summarised information about a data set that describes its characteristics including source, availability, quality, date of acquisition, conditions of use, coordinate system, datum

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements may include:

Development of a site safety plan

Identification of potential hazards

Inspection of worksites

Training of staff in WHS requirements

Use of safety equipment and/or special clothing

Required documentation may include:

Accident and injury reports

Authority/approval documentation

Meeting reports

Records and reports of communication

Reimbursements

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Stakeholders and test participants are briefed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures, and test plan 
Safety systems and procedures are checked and initiated in accordance with organisational policies and procedures, and test plan 
Key activities and timelines are scheduled with full consideration to the specification and available resources, and are described according to organisational policies and procedures 
Administrative and legal requirements for data collection are complied with and recorded 
Relevant personnel are informed about the project 
Designated staff responsibilities are communicated to staff to ensure clarity of understanding of the work and to provide a basis for ongoing assessment 
Data collection equipment is selected and installed in accordance with the data collection plan 
Equipment is operated according to manufacturer's specification, statutory and organisational policies and guidelines 
Data is collected using methodologies detailed in the data collection plan 
Metadata is documented according to accepted industry standards 
Any discrepancies between specification and actual activities are identified and planned for 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements are planned for and adhered to throughout the conduct of the project 
All required documentation is completed according to organisation's requirements 
All data and documentation is stored according to organisation's requirements 
Data integrity is checked in accordance with the validation plan 

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