Assessor Resource

ICAB4247A
Link an RFID system to a database

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit defines the competency required to transfer RFID data to a database.

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

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

Prerequisites

ICAB4136B

Use structured query language to create database structures and manipulate data

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the following is essential:

Assessment must confirm the ability to identify formats of RFID system output and data fields in database.

Assessment must confirm the ability to analyse, write, install and test conversion programs.

Identify format of output from RFID system

Identify format of data fields of database

Write or obtain, and install conversion software

Compile entries in database reports

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The integration of databases with web connectivity is of fundamental importance to e-commerce transactions.

This competency requires a breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge and would cover a broad range of varied activities.

The breadth, depth and complexity covering planning and initiation of alternative approaches to skills or knowledge applications across a broad range of technical and/or management requirements, evaluation and coordination would be characteristic.

The demonstration of competency may also require self-directed application of knowledge and skills, with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques for self and others.

To demonstrate competency in this unit the person will require access to:

RFID equipment specifications

Conversion tools

Database software

Organisational guidelines

Networked computers

Method of assessment

The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace.

In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.

The following assessment method is appropriate for this unit:

Competency in this unit should be assessed using summative assessment to ensure consistency of performance in a range of contexts. This unit can be assessed either in the workplace or in a simulated environment. However, simulated activities must closely reflect the workplace to enable full demonstration of competency.

The assessment of this unit of competency will usually include observation of RFID system and database configuration and equipment selection for a variety of scenarios.

Assessment will usually include observation of real or simulated work processes and procedures and/or performance in a project context as well as questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills.

The questioning of team members, supervisors, subordinates, peers and clients where appropriate may provide valuable input to the assessment process.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:

Demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating theoretical concepts, with substantial depth in some areas

Analyse and plan approaches to technical problems or management requirements

Transfer and apply theoretical concepts and/or technical or creative skills to a range of situations

Take responsibility for own outputs in relation to broad quantity and quality parameters

Take some responsibility for the achievement of group outcomes

Maintain knowledge of industry products and services

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

ISO/IEC standard 15962:2004 used as reference

Database data formats

RFID data formats

Data conversion programs

Sample data conversion program used as model to write program

Data base reports discussed and sample reports generated

Analysis skills to determine data objects required, data structures, business requirements

Registering a data source name (DSN)

Use of website administration software and site server utilities

Ability to build a database using a commercially available database product, including: MS SQL server 7.0, Oracle, Sybase

HTML/XML

Required knowledge

Knowledge of clients database data structures

Broad knowledge of the client's data management and data security policies and procedures

Broad knowledge of system data requirements

Knowledge of software tools

Detailed knowledge of the system's current functionality (e.g. when performing data transition)

Programming skills

Broad knowledge of quality assurance practices (e.g. when checking data integrity)

Data analysis, particularly in determining data types and data structures and query and report design

CGI

Primary files and transaction logs

Open database connection (ODC)

Website foundations

Data source names (DSN)

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Database may include:

relational databases

object relational databases

proprietary databases

commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) database packages

Software, e.g.

Oracle

Sybase

Microsoft SQL Server

Access connected to a SQL server

Ingres

DB2

Informix

mSQL

MySQL

SQL Server

Conversion programs may be in:

object-oriented language

procedural programming language

Conversion tool may include tools for:

analysis of data quality, e.g.

QDB/Analyze

WizRule

Unitech Systems Inc)

extraction and transformation, e.g.

ETI Extract

Passport

Warehouse Manager

InfoPump, InfoHub, InfoRefiner, InfoSuite

cleansing data, e.g.

Integrity

Enterprise/Integrator

data mart management

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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
Identify and document the format of the data from the RFID system including data schema 
Collect required data, target database requirements and implementation details ensuring uniqueness of entries 
Write and test conversion programs and use conversion tools 
Ensure clean data take-on by converting according to database requirements 
Utilize database adaptors and interfaces for data transition 
Verify that data transition has been completed in accordance with requirements 
Document programs, procedures and processes in accordance with clients requirements 
Provide conversion reports to client for signoff 

Forms

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