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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Recognised information represented in symbols, diagrams and pictorial representations is interpreted and acted upon
  2. Carry out calculations
  3. Items are counted singly and in batches, and sorted numerically as required
  4. Calculations needed to complete work tasks are performed using the four basic processes of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
  5. Calculations involving fractions, percentages and mixed numbers, along with using the four basic processes, are performed as required
  6. Calculator, numeric keypad or computer are used to perform workplace tasks
  7. Numerical information is self-checked and corrected for accuracy
  8. Prepare estimates
  9. Quantities of materials and resources required to complete a work task are estimated
  10. Time needed to complete a work activity is estimated
  11. Accurate estimates for work completion are made
  12. Interpret graphical representations of mathematical information
  13. Information represented in symbols, diagrams and pictorial representations is recognised

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures

carrying out basic calculations as they relate to the job role

completing documentation related to work activities

identifying the most common forms of calculations as they relate to the job role

interpreting graphical representations of mathematical information

operating and adapting to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

reading and interpreting instructions, procedures and information relevant to basic workplace calculations

working systematically with required attention to detail.


Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

basic mathematical operations and techniques

procedures for identifying and using relevant workplace technology when carrying out workplace calculations

relevant procedures and duty of care requirements

relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) responsibilities

typical mathematical problems, and appropriate action and solutions

ways of representing basic mathematical information.