This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit

Required skills

Ability to

use analysis and interpretation skills to

critically review other research strategies analyses and findings

apply research findings to a current issue

select relevant information and documentation

use communication and negotiation skills to

present and explain research ideas

gain commitment to participate in research activity

present findings

use develop and conduct research activity

undertake risk assessment and resolve blockages

Required knowledge

Knowledge of

relevant legislation and regulatory requirements impacting on research activity

research strategies and techniques

data collection methods

risk assessment and monitoring strategies including environmental risk analysis

strategies to evaluate and analyse effectiveness of research approach

environmental sustainability principles

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

comprehensive literature review

formulate a research proposal or plan which includes

specific research questions or hypotheses

valid population or sample size

description of the geographical cultural social or institutional context within which the research will be carried out

full description of the data collection methods

analysis of the limitations to research design

design appropriate tools and techniques

research report with analysis of data and valid and reliable findings

utility and relevance of the research results

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

research activity relates to an actual workplace or industry context and topic

competence is demonstrated using a range of tools and techniques appropriate to the given situations and research topic

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

completed literature review

projects or assessment activities relating to conducting research

observation of contextual application of skills

peer reviewed research report

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example with other units in the qualification in which this unit is packaged

Research issue must have an industry or sectoral focus and may include:

Research methodologies may include:

Hypotheses may include:

Suitable sources of literature may include:

Ethical requirements may include:

Environmental sustainability issues may include:

Record findings may include: