Required skills

Problem solving skills for a defined range of unpredictable problems involving participation in the development of strategic initiatives eg when conflicting information is investigated and a single position is developed

Group facilitation and presentation skills in relation to transferring and collecting information and gaining consensus on concepts eg when consensus is gained with key client users subject to project brief and cost constraints

Project planning skills in relation to scope time cost quality communications and risk management eg when system boundaries scope and methodologies to be used are determined and all functional areas included by the project brief are covered in the analysis and meet the clients stated business expectations

Research skills for specifying analysing and evaluating broad features of a particular business domain and best practice in system development eg when specifying the context of the business need or problem

Required knowledge

Broad knowledge of the client business domain so that the business need is understood by project team and client

Broad knowledge of three or more current industry systems development methodologies

Current industryaccepted hardware and software products including broad knowledge of general features and capabilities

Broad knowledge of the role of stakeholders and the degree of stakeholder involvement eg when specifying people especially the owner sponsor and those that will contribute to defining the requirements and using the system and roles of client users are identified

Detailed knowledge of the systems current functionality eg when specifying physical requirements of the system are identified taking into account current system functionality geography environment client user and cost constraints

Broad knowledge of quality assurance practices eg when planning the requirements phase

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 following is essential

Assessment must confirm the ability to accurately and clearly document business requirements based on business strategy current and future directions A consensus position needs to be facilitated amongst client stakeholders where different points of view exist

To demonstrate competency in this unit the learner will need access to

Project brief

Business documentation

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The breadth depth and complexity covering planning and initiation of alternative approaches to skills or knowledge applications across a broad range of technical andor management requirements evaluation and coordination would be characteristic

Assessment must ensure

selfdirected application of knowledge and skills with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment services and techniques for self and others

Applications involve participation in development of strategic initiatives as well as personal responsibility and autonomy in performing complex technical operations or organising others It may include participation in teams including teams concerned with planning and evaluation functions Group or team coordination may also be involved

Method of assessment

The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA Section

The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.

Competency in this unit should to be assessed using summative assessment to ensure consistency of performance in a range of contexts This unit can be assessed either in the workplace or in a simulated environment However simulated activities must closely reflect the workplace to enable full demonstration of competency

Assessment will usually include observation of real or simulated work processes and procedures andor performance in a project context as well as questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills The questioning of team members supervisors subordinates peers and clients where appropriate may provide valuable input to the assessment process The interdependence of units for assessment purposes may vary with the particular project or scenario

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

ICAAB Develop detailed component specifications from project specifications

ICAA5050B Develop detailed component specifications from project specifications

ICAAB Design a database

ICAA5139B Design a database

ICAAC Design a server

ICAA5140C Design a server

An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to

Demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating theoretical concepts with substantial depth in some areas

Analyse and plan approaches to technical problems or management requirements

Transfer and apply theoretical concepts andor technical or creative skills to a range of situations

Evaluate information using it to forecast for planning or research purposes

Take responsibility for own outputs in relation to broad quantity and quality parameters

Take some responsibility for the achievement of group outcomes

Maintain knowledge of industry products and services

Organisational documentation may include:

Informationgatheringtechniques may include but are not limited to:

Stakeholders may include:

Client may include but are not limited to:

Documentation standards

Business-critical factors may include: