Assessor Resource

PSPSCI001
Contribute to the provision of scientific technical support

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills required to provide technical support in a scientific and/or research environment. It includes contributing to routine technical duties, including experimental, survey, sampling and/or analytical tasks.

This unit applies to those working in technical support in a scientific and/or research environment.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision while performing routine tasks in a range of familiar contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to 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)


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Confirm and prepare for technical tasks

1.1 Clarify and confirm technical tasks with other staff members.

1.2 Confirm processes, resources, timelines and equipment requirements are in accordance with task requirements.

1.3 Investigate and confirm risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements relating to the work.

2. Contribute to the collection of information

2.1 Carry out technical tasks.

2.2 Collect information in accordance with set processes and timelines.

2.3 Use and maintain resources and equipment in accordance with task requirements.

2.4 Follow risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements.

3. Record data

3.1 Record data in accordance with task requirements.

3.2 Maintain data records.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

working with mathematical data

observing and reporting

using communication styles to suit different audiences and purposes

reading formal documents including legislation and workplace instructions and applying them in the workplace

operating machinery and experimental equipment

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

work health and safety, environmental protection and other public sector legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to the provision of scientific technical support

basic experimental procedures and scientific methods

organisational code of practice

standard operating procedures and/or work instructions

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

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

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Confirm and prepare for technical tasks

1.1 Clarify and confirm technical tasks with other staff members.

1.2 Confirm processes, resources, timelines and equipment requirements are in accordance with task requirements.

1.3 Investigate and confirm risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements relating to the work.

2. Contribute to the collection of information

2.1 Carry out technical tasks.

2.2 Collect information in accordance with set processes and timelines.

2.3 Use and maintain resources and equipment in accordance with task requirements.

2.4 Follow risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements.

3. Record data

3.1 Record data in accordance with task requirements.

3.2 Maintain data records.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

working with mathematical data

observing and reporting

using communication styles to suit different audiences and purposes

reading formal documents including legislation and workplace instructions and applying them in the workplace

operating machinery and experimental equipment

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

work health and safety, environmental protection and other public sector legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to the provision of scientific technical support

basic experimental procedures and scientific methods

organisational code of practice

standard operating procedures and/or work instructions

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

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
Clarify and confirm technical tasks with other staff members. 
Confirm processes, resources, timelines and equipment requirements are in accordance with task requirements. 
Investigate and confirm risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements relating to the work. 
Carry out technical tasks. 
Collect information in accordance with set processes and timelines. 
Use and maintain resources and equipment in accordance with task requirements. 
Follow risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements. 
Record data in accordance with task requirements. 
Maintain data records. 
Clarify and confirm technical tasks with other staff members. 
Confirm processes, resources, timelines and equipment requirements are in accordance with task requirements. 
Investigate and confirm risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements relating to the work. 
Carry out technical tasks. 
Collect information in accordance with set processes and timelines. 
Use and maintain resources and equipment in accordance with task requirements. 
Follow risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements. 
Record data in accordance with task requirements. 
Maintain data records. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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