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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare to use the digital device
  2. Set up and use the digital device
  3. Access and use basic connectivity devices
  4. Shut down digital device

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills to

communicate with peers and supervisors

read and write basic workplace documents

seek assistance and expert advice

literacy skills to interpret user manuals and help functions

technical skills to

access and use audiovisual devices

apply powermanagement settings

back up and save information

connect and use peripheral devices

input user access details for accessing a personal computer PC possibly a networked environment

manage mouse button usage for different applications

navigate a digital graphical user interface GUI

save and move files to various locations

use a keyboard

Required knowledge

audiovisual devices

basic security functions

basic software operation and associated applications

digital device functions

digital device settings

peripheral devices

storage devices

Evidence Required

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 ability to

use a digital device

use menu features and navigate around a GUI interface

use device features to perform tasks

save results of work

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to

digital device

computer device

storage device

printer

use of devicespecific application currently used in industry

appropriate learning and assessment support when required

Where applicable physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

verbal or written questioning to assess candidates knowledge of digital device operations

direct observation of candidate performing basic devicerelevant practical skills

direct observation of candidate performing a sequence of routine tasks following clear directions

Guidance information for assessment

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

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and suitable to the communication skill level language literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Indigenous people and other people from a nonEnglish speaking background may need additional support

In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge


Range Statement

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.

Physical components may include:

attachable keyboard

attachable monitor

batteries

casings

lens

memory card

mouse

stylus pen.

Digital device may include:

audiovisual device

digital camera

external memory device

multi-card reader and writer

PDA and MP3 player

Smartphone

tablet

video camera.

Access procedures may include:

fingerscan

smartcard

user name and password.

Settings may include:

automated versus manual settings

screen settings:

brightness

colour

contrast

shortcut keys or modes

standard versus configured settings.

Power-management settings after a period of non-use may include:

automatic power off

hibernation settings

monitor power saver settings.

Advanced features may include:

advanced operations

customising standard settings

integrating with other devices.

Computer devices may include:

tablet

laptop

notebook

PDA

PC.

Storage devices may include:

disks:

CD

DVD

blu-ray

flash drives

server

solid-state hard drives

virtual devices.

Connectivity may include:

audiovisual

cable, wireless, infra-red or Bluetooth

internal or via universal serial bus (USB) dongle

network or stand-alone computer

ports:

Firewire

high definition multimedia interface (HDMI)

printer

USB.

Printer settings may include:

cartridge type

layout

number of copies

orientation

paper size

paper tray.

Audiovisual devices may include:

data projector

external monitor

headset

microphone

speakers

webcam or digital camera.