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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to manage technical sales and promotion. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.

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

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with managing technical sales and promotion or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.

Method of assessment

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.

Guidance information for assessment

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

sourcing potential clients

providing clients with technical information related to the process/operation

researching future technical and market trends

analysing the client's operations

training clients in the use of the product or process

developing and presenting promotional material

attending industry conferences

collecting client feedback

providing ongoing client support

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

potential clients

opportunities to present the features and benefits of the technical product or service

sources of information on future technical and market trends

areas of improvement in the client's process/service/ product

opportunities for improved energy use or improved environmental performance

the skill and knowledge required to optimise the performance of the product or process

product attributes, specifications and applications

energy and environmental considerations associated with the product or process

the benefits of active participation in industry conferences

opportunities to participate in industry conferences and seminars and scheduled

client satisfaction with the product/process/service is identified

potential areas for improving client service in conjunction with team members

the benefits of ongoing client support

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.

Client

The client is often not the end user. Clients are often part of the distribution channel for the end user/client. Client may be internal or external to the organisation

Sales opportunities

Support the achievement of the developed marketing plan and may be defined in collaboration with others

Develop client relations

Ongoing communication with clients required to ensure that engineering services are effectively delivered

Technical improvements

May be brought about by changes in client/market demand, improved process, competitor stances and a range of other interactions

Product knowledge

May be acquired from numerous sources and consolidated for communication to the client

Legislation, codes and national standards

Relevant legislation, regulation, codes and national standards relevant to the workplace.