Assessor Resource

ICAICT306A
Migrate to new technology

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to individuals engaged in ongoing review and research in order to identify and apply new technology or techniques to improve aspects of the organisation's activities.

The unit emphasises the importance of constantly reviewing work processes, skills and techniques to ensure that the quality of the entire business process is maintained at the highest level possible through the appropriate application of new technology.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use upgraded technology. It includes testing and evaluating new technologies to improve the organisation’s performance.

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, 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 ability to:

identify new and emerging technology in IT

conduct testing and evaluate new equipment for the benefit of the organisation

use features and functions of new technologies, including software and equipment.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

site where new technology may be used

new equipment and software currently used in industry

documents detailing OHS standards, environmental guidelines and organisational requirements

appropriate learning and assessment support when required

modified equipment for people with special needs.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

verbal or written questioning to assess candidate’s knowledge of features and functions of new technology

direct observation of candidate using new technology

review of evaluation prepared by candidate evaluating upgraded technology performance

evaluation of currency of appropriate technology.

Guidance information for assessment

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

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.

In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

analytical skills to evaluate features and functions of new equipment and software

communication skills to:

communicate with peers and supervisors

seek assistance and expert advice

seek feedback from users

literacy skills to interpret technical documentation, equipment manuals and specifications

planning and organisational skills to prioritise and monitor own work

safety awareness skills to work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

research skills to locate appropriate sources of information regarding IT and new technologies

technical skills to:

assist in the decision-making process

identify features of new technologies

test and evaluate new software and equipment.

Required knowledge

current technology trends and directions in IT:

hardware

new developments

new protocols

services

software

current industry hardware and software products, with broad knowledge of general features and capabilities

information-gathering techniques

vendor product directions relating to specified technology.

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.

Technologymay include:

communications equipment

hardware

networks

personal computers (PCs)

storage.

Equipment may include:

hard drives

hubs

tablet

modems and other connectivity devices, such as digital subscriber line (DSL) modems

monitors

other peripheral devices

PCs

personal digital assistant (PDA)

printers

switches

workstations.

Software may include:

commercial software packages

customer relationship management

enterprise systems (corporate systems)

integrated services:

banking

financial services

user-based software for new business processes.

Sources of information may include:

appliance software and technical connections guidance and other outputs supplied by vendors and manufacturers

documents

test pages

web pages.

OHS standards may relate to:

correct lifting methods

correct posture

length of time in front of computer

light position

lighting

physical safety considerations:

general electrical safety and cabling

power supply and leads applying to computer and peripheral installations

repetitive strain injury prevention

style of chair

type of desk

type of monitor

typing position

ventilation.

Environmental considerations may include:

correct disposal by an authorised body of redundant hardware:

circuit boards

hard drives

motherboards

recycling

safe disposal of packaging:

cardboard

paper

plastic

polystyrene.

Feedback may include:

interviews

meetings

questionnaires

surveys.

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
Review organisation’s goals and activities 
Research new operational technologies that will advance the organisation’s goals and activities 
Prepare evaluation checklist 
Evaluate and select the most appropriate technologies 
Acquire selected technology 
Identify and use new or upgraded equipment where appropriate, for the benefit of the organisation 
Conduct testing of new or upgraded equipment 
Use features and functions of new or upgraded equipment and software within the organisation 
Access and use sources of information relating to new or upgraded equipment 
Evaluate new or upgraded equipment for performance and usability against OHS standards and evaluation criteria 
Determine environmental considerations from new or upgraded equipment 
Seek feedback from users, where appropriate 
Document new technology in a method consistent with organisation’s guidelines 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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