Assessor Resource

ICAPRG528A
Perform IT data conversion

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to individuals in support and implementation roles who are required to convert data from one system to another.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to translate IT data from one format to another by means of a data conversion process.

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:

define inherent data requirements of both old and upgraded or new systems

remodel data to achieve successful conversion

back up data prior to conversion

code conversion programs.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

analysis of the source data

business quality assurance rules associated with data

data mappings

logic to convert the data

plan of the conversion routines

software development environment

technical requirements

data conversion plan

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 data conversion tools and data modelling methodologies

evaluation of candidate’s data conversion modules

review of candidate’s documented conversion results.

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

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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

communication skills to liaise with stakeholders and clients

literacy skills to write technical documents

planning and organisational skills to ensure minimal disruption to client business requirements

problem-solving skills to develop strategic initiatives when performing data conversion

technical skills to:

back up data

code data conversion modules.

Required knowledge

current and emerging industry knowledge of:

hardware and software products, including their general features and capabilities

data conversion tools and data modelling methodologies

overview knowledge of:

conversion from legacy systems

industry-accepted database management system (DBMS) modelling.

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.

System may include:

application service provider (ASP)

applications

databases

gateways

internet service provider (ISP)

operating systems

servers.

Requirements may relate to:

business

database

network

people in the organisation

platform

system.

Stakeholders may include:

development team

project team

sponsor

user.

Specifications may include:

current system functionality

technical requirements

user problem statement.

Client may include:

external organisations

individuals

internal departments

internal employees.

Appropriate person may include:

authorised business representative

client

supervisor.

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
Obtain data stores that are subject to conversion 
Protect and confirm backup solutions 
Trial conversion work in an isolated environment secure from production system 
Map and document required data fields from the old system to the new or upgraded system 
Determine field validation requirements from conversion plans, including data field legal ranges 
Determine actions to be taken with fields or records that are rejected by the conversion plan 
Consult stakeholders on creation of conversion plan 
Design data conversion program modules from conversion specifications 
Code and test data conversion program modules according to conversion specifications 
Confirm data conversion and test converted production data 
Estimate and plan for conversion time 
Prepare production system for data conversion and take off-line 
Undertake action to protect production data 
Take action to ensure minimal disruption to client business requirements during the conversions process 
Document data rejected by conversion routines and the reason for rejection 
Execute conversion program modules 
Document results of the conversion process and report to appropriate person 

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