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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Select appropriate measurement method
   • Confirm measurement requirements
   • Determine correct unit of quantity related to measurement requirements
   • Select appropriate measuring equipment
2. Obtain measurements
   • Identify and use measuring technique appropriate to task
   • Take accurate measurements
3. Carry out simple calculations with measurements
   • Determine information to be calculated according to requirements
   • Complete calculations involving quantities, using the appropriate mathematical operation
   • Check accuracy of calculations
   • Communicate and record information as required, including appropriate use of symbols for units of measurement

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

apply problem-solving skills to measurement and calculation requirements and information

measure quantities accurately using appropriate measuring equipment

record measurements and calculations using appropriate symbols for units of measurement

apply simple mathematical operations:

addition

subtraction

multiplication

division

complete basic calculations using ‘in the head’ method and pen and paper

use a calculator or digital tool to complete basic calculations.

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

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Knowledge Evidence

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

identify the correct measuring equipment related to a unit or quantity

read numbers, including fractions and decimals

explain the use of the decimal point

list metric units of measurement relevant to own work

recognise common mathematical symbols used in mathematical operations and related to units of measurement.

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