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DEFTST005
Produce test and evaluation reports

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills required to compile a report on a test and evaluation process. It includes determining the report structure and presenting results.

This unit was developed for Defence test and evaluation workers, but is applicable to any individuals who work in this field.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work independently or as part of a team, under direct and indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform complex tasks in a range of contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

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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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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 section.

1. Determine report structure

1.1 Collate input from stakeholders and test participants.

1.2 Analyse and select most appropriate communication means.

1.3 Select report structure and format.

1.4 Select categories and logical sequences of data, information and knowledge to achieve report objectives.

1.5 Develop overview of report structure and content.

2. Draft report

2.1 Collate, interpret and summarise data, information and knowledge to prepare text that satisfies report purposes and objectives.

2.2 Maintain security and confidentiality of data.

2.3 Include multimedia as appropriate to report purposes and objectives.

2.4 Identify and action gaps in required data and information.

2.5 Use language and writing styles appropriate to audience and that clearly reports purposes and objectives.

2.6 Use appropriate software to apply design elements to texts that satisfies report purposes and objectives.

2.7 Circulate draft report for comment to stakeholders and test participants.

3. Prepare and distribute final report

3.1 Incorporate amendments from comments.

3.2 Check grammar, spelling, punctuation and style for accuracy.

3.3 Approve report by stakeholders.

3.4 Produce and distribute report.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

using application software suited to the reporting of testing processes

using communication techniques related to reporting on testing that may be reasonably complex in terms of scope; degree of risk; environmental, political, cultural and social factors that apply; consequences of failure; degree of control

using public relations strategies to promote and gain endorsement

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

application software tools suited to the reporting of testing processes

approval processes

communication processes

legislation, organisational policy and procedures that may impact on the test and evaluation process

principles relating to the reporting phase of testing processes

test and evaluation processes which may be reasonably complex in terms of scope; degree of risk; environmental, political, cultural and social factors that apply; consequences of failure; degree of control

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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 section.

1. Determine report structure

1.1 Collate input from stakeholders and test participants.

1.2 Analyse and select most appropriate communication means.

1.3 Select report structure and format.

1.4 Select categories and logical sequences of data, information and knowledge to achieve report objectives.

1.5 Develop overview of report structure and content.

2. Draft report

2.1 Collate, interpret and summarise data, information and knowledge to prepare text that satisfies report purposes and objectives.

2.2 Maintain security and confidentiality of data.

2.3 Include multimedia as appropriate to report purposes and objectives.

2.4 Identify and action gaps in required data and information.

2.5 Use language and writing styles appropriate to audience and that clearly reports purposes and objectives.

2.6 Use appropriate software to apply design elements to texts that satisfies report purposes and objectives.

2.7 Circulate draft report for comment to stakeholders and test participants.

3. Prepare and distribute final report

3.1 Incorporate amendments from comments.

3.2 Check grammar, spelling, punctuation and style for accuracy.

3.3 Approve report by stakeholders.

3.4 Produce and distribute report.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

using application software suited to the reporting of testing processes

using communication techniques related to reporting on testing that may be reasonably complex in terms of scope; degree of risk; environmental, political, cultural and social factors that apply; consequences of failure; degree of control

using public relations strategies to promote and gain endorsement

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

application software tools suited to the reporting of testing processes

approval processes

communication processes

legislation, organisational policy and procedures that may impact on the test and evaluation process

principles relating to the reporting phase of testing processes

test and evaluation processes which may be reasonably complex in terms of scope; degree of risk; environmental, political, cultural and social factors that apply; consequences of failure; degree of control

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Collate input from stakeholders and test participants. 
Analyse and select most appropriate communication means. 
Select report structure and format. 
Select categories and logical sequences of data, information and knowledge to achieve report objectives. 
Develop overview of report structure and content. 
Collate, interpret and summarise data, information and knowledge to prepare text that satisfies report purposes and objectives. 
Maintain security and confidentiality of data. 
Include multimedia as appropriate to report purposes and objectives. 
Identify and action gaps in required data and information. 
Use language and writing styles appropriate to audience and that clearly reports purposes and objectives. 
Use appropriate software to apply design elements to texts that satisfies report purposes and objectives. 
Circulate draft report for comment to stakeholders and test participants. 
Incorporate amendments from comments. 
Check grammar, spelling, punctuation and style for accuracy. 
Approve report by stakeholders. 
Produce and distribute report. 
Collate input from stakeholders and test participants. 
Analyse and select most appropriate communication means. 
Select report structure and format. 
Select categories and logical sequences of data, information and knowledge to achieve report objectives. 
Develop overview of report structure and content. 
Collate, interpret and summarise data, information and knowledge to prepare text that satisfies report purposes and objectives. 
Maintain security and confidentiality of data. 
Include multimedia as appropriate to report purposes and objectives. 
Identify and action gaps in required data and information. 
Use language and writing styles appropriate to audience and that clearly reports purposes and objectives. 
Use appropriate software to apply design elements to texts that satisfies report purposes and objectives. 
Circulate draft report for comment to stakeholders and test participants. 
Incorporate amendments from comments. 
Check grammar, spelling, punctuation and style for accuracy. 
Approve report by stakeholders. 
Produce and distribute report. 

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