This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required Skills

interpreting policy

qualitative and quantitative research methods

written and verbal reporting

applying legislation

applying planning standards

forecasting community trends

negotiating

consulting

Required Knowledge

council infrastructure

council structure and services

community and business expectations

local culture and profile

planning and development principles

relevant environmental policies and legislation

principles of integrated land use and transport planning

council policies plans and processes for land use and transport

external agencies policies plans and processes

land use patterns and transport demands

future land use needs

existing transport conditions

policy development

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Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated For example knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

The demonstrated ability to

conduct a range of research activities to determine the issues and opportunities for the integration of land use and transport planning

identify the resources required to conduct research activities and consultations to determine current and future land use needs for a study area

prepare practical and comparable strategies for integrated land use and transport activities and assess them to produce a desired outcome

develop policies to integrate land use and public transport

Context of assessment

Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria with particular attention to the critical aspects of evidence and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide and within the scope of the Range Statement

Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment

Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit

Relationship to other unitsprerequisite or corequisite units

To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written andor oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

thirdparty reports from experienced practitioners

completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence should be collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations

Resource implications

The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace

Relevant agencies may include:

Statutory requirements may include:

Study area or context may include:

Consultation may include:

Transport may include: