This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify, evaluate and apply industry specific technologies to ensure that the quality of the entire business process is maintained to the highest possible level.

It applies to individuals who support information and communications technology (ICT) activities in the workplace across a wide range of ICT areas, including technical support, network administration, programming, testing, web technologies, software applications and digital media technologies.

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

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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.

ELEMENT	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Prepare to identify and evaluate industry specific technologies	1.1 Identify technologies specific to an industry sector 1.2 Acquire industry-specific technologies 1.3 Identify, classify and use industry specific technologies for the benefit of the organisation
2. Apply industry specific technology to assist in solving organisational problems	2.1 Conduct testing of industry specific technologies 2.2 Apply features and functions of industry specific technologies to provide a suitable solution to an identified problem 2.3 Demonstrate depth of knowledge of enabling technologies to an accepted industry standard 2.4 Access and use sources of information relating to the industry specific technologies
3. Review and evaluate industry-specific technology performance	3.1 Review and evaluate industry specific technologies for performance, usability and benefit to the organisation 3.2 Determine environmental considerations involved with using the technologies 3.3 Seek feedback from users where appropriate

Evidence of the ability to:

identify new and emerging industry specific technologies

apply and evaluate features and functions of identified industry specific technologies to an industry standard.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

discuss current industry specific technology trends and directions, and the major standards

outline vendor product directions

describe the general features, capabilities and application of current industry hardware and software products

discuss information gathering techniques.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the general information and communications technology (ICT) industry, and include access to:

a site where industry specific technologies may be used

industry specific technologies currently used in industry

documents detailing workplace health and safety (WHS) standards, environmental guidelines and organisational requirements.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

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

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ELEMENT	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Prepare to identify and evaluate industry specific technologies	1.1 Identify technologies specific to an industry sector 1.2 Acquire industry-specific technologies 1.3 Identify, classify and use industry specific technologies for the benefit of the organisation
2. Apply industry specific technology to assist in solving organisational problems	2.1 Conduct testing of industry specific technologies 2.2 Apply features and functions of industry specific technologies to provide a suitable solution to an identified problem 2.3 Demonstrate depth of knowledge of enabling technologies to an accepted industry standard 2.4 Access and use sources of information relating to the industry specific technologies
3. Review and evaluate industry-specific technology performance	3.1 Review and evaluate industry specific technologies for performance, usability and benefit to the organisation 3.2 Determine environmental considerations involved with using the technologies 3.3 Seek feedback from users where appropriate

Evidence of the ability to:

identify new and emerging industry specific technologies

apply and evaluate features and functions of identified industry specific technologies to an industry standard.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

discuss current industry specific technology trends and directions, and the major standards

outline vendor product directions

describe the general features, capabilities and application of current industry hardware and software products

discuss information gathering techniques.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the general information and communications technology (ICT) industry, and include access to:

a site where industry specific technologies may be used

industry specific technologies currently used in industry

documents detailing workplace health and safety (WHS) standards, environmental guidelines and organisational requirements.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

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
Identify technologies specific to an industry sector
Acquire industry-specific technologies
Identify, classify and use industry specific technologies for the benefit of the organisation
Conduct testing of industry specific technologies
Apply features and functions of industry specific technologies to provide a suitable solution to an identified problem
Demonstrate depth of knowledge of enabling technologies to an accepted industry standard
Access and use sources of information relating to the industry specific technologies
Review and evaluate industry specific technologies for performance, usability and benefit to the organisation
Determine environmental considerations involved with using the technologies
Seek feedback from users where appropriate

Assessment Cover Sheet

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