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

Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices and contribute to the planning of a research project

All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies

KSERB Research project planning

Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices and contribute to the planning of a research project

T Project planning encompassing

Purpose of project planning

Documents needed to plan a project

Factors influencing sequence and restraints of project activities

Critical path analysis encompassing

Graphical representation methods

Methods of representing timerates

T Project management encompassing

Defining project parameters Project scope Project stakeholders and clients Project phases and the relationship between phases Time requirements and limitations Resource requirements and limitations Quality requirements and limitations

Time management time management concepts standard practices for ensuring a project runs to time and the like

Financial management Financial management concepts Standard practices for managing project finances Project budgets Costs variations and estimations Invoicing against project phasesdeliverables Acquittals and the like

Quality management Quality management concepts Standard practices for managing quality within a project

Human Resource management human resource management concepts standard practices for managing personnel within a project

Communication management Communication management concepts Standard practices for managing communication within a project and the like

Risk management and contingencies risk management concepts standard practices for managing risk within a project Internal risks External risks Risk minimisation Risk removal Contingencies and the like

Procurement management procurement management concepts standard practices for managing procurement and the like

Physical Resource management Types of physical resource including Equipment Technology Information Facilities Physical resource management concepts Standard practices for managing physical resources

Contracts Understanding project contracts Standard practices for working to contract specifications Contract format Contract content Legal obligations of contract parties Accompanying documentation including Contract Schedules and the like

Performance assessment and continuous improvement standard performance assessment practices standard continuous improvement practices and the like

Engineering ethics principles

T Research concepts encompassing

Terminology Terminology used in a research workplace Terminology used in researchspecific literature and the like

Theory why conduct research The history of research Past research successes Past research failures Research Protocols Research practices and the like

The research environment The research work environment Standard research practices Industrial legal ethical political and market environment considerations Legislation and regulation Contractual obligations of all parties and the like

Planning to conduct research Concept development andor research brief analysis Research objectives Research deliverables Research project plan Literature reviews Methodology development including Experimental design Technology selection Information Management system selection and the like

Clients Identifying client viewpoints and stake in project Identifying client requirements and parameters Determining research budgets timelines milestones and quality attributes with clients

Research Development and Commercialisation Research and Development goals versus Commercialisation goals and realities Research and Development to inspire a commercialisation process

T Work in a team encompassing

Types of teams Managerial Administrative Projectbased Commercial and Social

Roles responsibilities and accountabilities of team members the role responsibility and accountability of individuals teams organisational management clients and the like

Working in a team Identification and utilisation of team member skills and knowledge Maximising benefits of team diversity Team planning Team commitment and cooperation ImprovingMaximising team performance to achieve goals Team monitoring and adjustment Plain English literacy and communication Leading facilitating participating coaching mentoring

Working with clients client relations client liaison the practice of working with clients and the like

Conflict resolution Personality analysis tools Strategies for dealing with difficult people and the like

T Scientific writing and communication encompassing

Types of scientific writing and communication The distinguishing characteristics of the different types of scientific writing

Purpose of the different types of scientific writing Product development justification and specifications Management advice Scientific paperspublications Conferencemeeting presentations Policy documents Planning documents Reports and the like

Types of audience The features and characteristics of an audience including an audiences professional social cultural ethnic background and physical and academic capabilities the importance of Plain English written and oral communication

Scientific writing techniques The component parts of scientific documents including Aim Materials Method Results Discussion Conclusion References The required content of each component part Scientific referencing techniques including Bibliographies Reference Lists Citations Footnotes Quotes and Acknowledgements Scientific labelling techniques including Graphs Tables Diagrams and Figures Techniques for documenting results including Text Graphs Tables Diagrams and Figures Organisational standards for document and presentation production including Standard organisational document templates letterheads headers footers and logos

Oral communication techniques Techniques for communicating to large groups including Conference presentations Speeches Techniques for communicating to small groups including Meeting presentations Team discussions planning forums and the like

Electronic communication formats Worldwide Web protocols and practices Email protocols and practices Transfer of information via CD RomFloppy Disk Use of PDF and other secure files

Confidentiality considerations Confidentiality practices to protect the organisation Confidentiality practices to protect the client Confidentiality practices to protect providers of informationresearch cohorts

T Data collection techniques encompassing

Data types Quantitative data including empirical nonparametric parametric Qualitative data Raw Graphic Diagrams Original Textual Multimedia Electronic and the like

Data Collection Data sources Consultation protocols and practices Survey methodologies including interviews surveys chat rooms focus groups Literature reviews including traditional and webbased Group facilitation and presentation Questioning active listening and clarification Obstacles to data collection including unavailable data inconsistent data confidentiality security Data limitations

Evaluating data quality Reliability Accuracy Clarity Validity Contribution to research Relevance to research objectives

T Data analysis and presentation encompassing

Data analysis techniques Univariate analysis Multivariate analysis Decision trees Genetic Algorithms Neural Networks Gap Analysis Urgency and impact and the like

Data analysis technique selection Determining the correct analysis techniques Determining the correct sequence of analysis techniques Accommodating influencing factors including research objectives budget timeline and quality requirements data limitations confidentiality security and the like

Data interpretation Determining results determining conclusions Benchmarking Quality Assurance including consideration of accuracy validity clarity and the like

Data presentation

Determining the correct form of presentation for the audience including colleagues scientific community marketing and commercialisation specialists general community industry mixed ie conference audience

Forms of documentary presentation including reports journal articles scientific papers graphs tables diagrams electronic formats Forms of verbal presentation including meetings client briefings conferences support of a new concept need for further research commercialisation opportunity Quality Assurance including accuracy validity clarity of information presented

T Product development and trials encompassing

Identifying client and managerial requirements for production and trials Required outcomes Key performance indicators Timelines Financing Resources Quality Assurance and the like

Influencing factors Internal business goals and strategies Technical specifications chemical mechanical environmental Industrial considerations Regulatory considerations Legislative considerations Intellectual Property Australian amp International Standards Codes of Practice Market requirements Resource requirements including personnel tools and equipment principles and practices materials finances and the like

Product development arrangements Licensing agreements Joint Ventures Sole Ventures and the like

Relevant Documentation Codes of Practice Standard Operating Procedures Product formulation documentation Material safety data sheets MSDSs Equipment and Quality manuals Calibration and maintenance schedules Enterprise recording and reporting procedures Material equipment and product specifications and the like

Development amp trial processes Proof of concept Trialing concepts DefinitionsSpecifications Types of development and trial processes including Phase A product and trial Phase B product and trial User trials Ergonomics and Usability testing Predefined acceptance criteria confidence limits Data collection amp analysis Production Evaluation and recommendation formulation

T Intellectual property concepts encompassing

Intellectual Property and Australian Law The place of Intellectual Property in Australian Law Past cases and outcomes Necessary considerations and the like

The nature of Intellectual Property What is Intellectual Property What isnt Intellectual Property Why is Intellectual Property relevant What can Intellectual Property rights do What cant Intellectual Property rights do

Intellectual Property Rights Patents Copyright Designs Confidential Information Other specialty rights and the like

Managing Intellectual Property Identifying Intellectual Property Deciding what to protect Strategies for managing Intellectual Property How can Intellectual Property rights work together Intellectual Property versus time effort finances Sources of Assistance including Publications Intellectual Property professionals Lawyers Business Advisors Marketing consultants and the like

Enforcement of Intellectual Property The enforcement process The role of lawyers Resolution

The changing face of Intellectual Property Development of Intellectual Property Right Laws Changes to Intellectual Property Right laws Extensions of Intellectual Property Rights into nontraditional areas including cultural property arenas The global marketplace and the like

T Commercialisation concepts encompassing

Commercialisation Definition of commercialisation Triggers for commercialisation Past commercialisation successes Past commercialisation failures Triggers for commercialisation Methods for identifying a good productideaserviceapplication Sources of assistance in regard to commercialisation including documents lawyers business advisors marketing consultants

The commercialisation process The concept Does the concept fit with the organisations goals Is there a market what is the market Will the product meet the market requirements Can the product be sold How can the product be sold Can the product be produced How can the product be produced Can the production be repeated

Commercialisation arrangements sole venture Joint venture Licensing Legal aspects of commercialisation

Commercialisation planning Costing Marketing Productiondevelopment Distribution Sales

Competition Who are the competitors What are they doing and how quickly Internal development relevant to competition

Critical analysis of the commercialisation process for continuous improvement Successes Opportunities for improvement Controllable influences Uncontrollable influences Formulation of recommendations

T Occupational Health and Safety principles and fundamentals encompassing

underlying principles of OHampS

general aims and objectives of the relevant state or territory legislation relating to OHampS

employer and employee responsibilities rights and obligations

major functions of safety committees and representatives

powers given to Occupational Health and Safety Inspectors

housekeeping and potential hazards in relation to improper housekeeping

selecting appropriate personal protective equipment PPE given hazardous situations

T The work environment encompassing

typical hazards associated with a range of work environments

procedures used to control the risks associated with these hazards

principles of risk assessment management and state the purpose of each

hierarchy of OHampS hazard control measures

required documentation for risk assessment

commonly used workplace safety signs

workplace emergencies that pose a threat to health and safety and suitable procedure for an emergency workplace evacuation

appropriate fire extinguisher for a given type of fire

requirements for the location mounting and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers

basic process of fighting a fire

safe premises buildings and security are important in an industrial setting and the consequences of non compliance with these

standard work procedure is and why they are required in some circumstances

T Manual Handling encompassing

typical manual handling injuries and the effect they can have on lifestyle

situations that may cause manual handling injuries

correct procedures for lifting and carrying to prevent manual handling injuries

Chemicals in the workplace encompassing

hazardous substances and dangerous goods

Classification of chemicals as hazardous substances andor dangerous goods

requirements for labelling of chemicals in the workplace

safe storage procedures for chemicals

purpose of and interpretation of material safety data sheet MSDS

T Working at heights encompassing

dangers associated with working on ladders and scaffolds

identification of work area as a height risk and use appropriate safety equipment to prevent a fall

selecting an appropriate ladder for a given situation and perform a safety check before use

precautions that should be taken when ascending and working off a ladder

precautions that should be taken when working on and around a scaffold and elevated platforms

T Confined spaces encompassing

hazards associated with working in a confined space

identifying workplace situations that could be classified as a confined space

control measures for working in a designated confined space

T Physical and psychological hazards encompassing

short and long term effects of excessive noise and techniques to avoid damage to hearing due to excessive noise

effects of vibration on the human body and work practices to protect against vibration

effects of thermal stress on the human body and work practices to protect against thermal stress

effects of ultraviolet UV radiation on the human body and work practices to protect against UV radiation

dangers associated with laser operated equipment and tools and suitable protective measures to overcome the danger

occupational overuse syndrome state examples of how it occurs and describe means to overcome it

factors that cause stress in the workplace symptoms of a person suffering from stress and personal stress management techniques

detrimental effects and dangers of drug and alcohol use in the workplace

T Working safely with electricity encompassing

effects of electric shock on the human body

common causes of electrical accidents

precautions that can minimise the chance of electric shock earthing extra low voltage fuses circuit breakers and residual current devices RCDs

protection offered by a residual current device RCD

need for ensuring the safe isolation of an electrical supply

appropriate method of removing an electric shock victim from a live electrical situation

T Life support CPR in the workplace encompassing

First Aid

responsibilities of the First Aider

priorities of first aid management for any accident or injury

procedures required at an accident scene

legal and ethical issues which may impact on the management of care

Duty of Care

examination of a casualty for injuries

effect of cardio pulmonary arrest on the body

Managing simulated conditions of airway obstruction respiratory arrest and cardio pulmonary arrest

single and twoperson cardio pulmonary resuscitation CPR

signs and symptoms of an altered level of consciousness

management of simulation of a casualty with an altered level of consciousness

signs and symptoms of shock

management of simulation of a casualty in shock

This provides essential advice for assessment of the unit and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria and the range statement of the unit and the Training Package Assessment Guidelines

The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this unit It shall be used in conjunction with all components parts of the unit and performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package

Overview of Assessment

Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment such as Profiling require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention It is the industrypreferred model for apprenticeships However where summative or final assessment is used it is to include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or at a minimum the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment In some circumstances assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace However it must be in accordance with industry and regulatory policy

Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors These include the extent of the assessment the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place access to physical resources additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed

The critical safety issues inherent in working with electricity electrical equipment gas or any other hazardous substancematerial present a challenge for those determining competence Sources of evidence need to be rich in nature so as to minimise error in judgment

Activities associated with normal every day work have a bearing on the decision as to how much and how detailed the data gathered will contribute to its richness Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practised These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments Sample assessment instruments are included for Assessors in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites shall be met

Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically Each Element and associated performance criteria shall be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines UEE Evidence shall also comprise

A representative body of work performance demonstrated within the timeframes typically expected of the discipline work function and industrial environment In particular this shall incorporate evidence that shows a candidate is able to

Implement Occupational Health and Safety workplace procedures and practices including the use of risk control measures as specified in the performance criteria and range statement

Apply sustainable energy principles and practices as specified in the performance criteria and range statement

Demonstrate an understanding of the essential knowledge and associated skills as described in this unit It may be required by some jurisdictions that RTOs provide a percentile graded result for the purpose of regulatory or licensing requirements

Demonstrate an appropriate level of skills enabling employment

Conduct work observing the relevant Anti Discrimination legislation regulations polices and workplace procedures

Demonstrated consistent performance across a representative range of contexts from the prescribed items below

Contribute to the planning of a research project as described in and including

A

Demonstrating consistent performance for each Element of the unit

B

Meeting the performance criteria associated with each Element of the unit by employing techniques procedures information and resources available in the workplace

C

Demonstrating an understanding of the Underpinning Knowledge and Skills identified in the section of this unit titled Essential knowledge and associated skills

NoteSuccessful completion of relevant vendor training may be used to contribute to evidence on which competency is deemed In these cases the alignment of outcomes of vendor training with performance criteria and critical aspects of evidence shall be clearly identified

Note:
Successful completion of relevant vendor training may be used to contribute to evidence on which competency is deemed. In these cases the alignment of outcomes of vendor training with performance criteria and critical aspects of evidence shall be clearly identified.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit should be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures information and resources typical of a workplace This should include

OHS policy and work procedures and instructions

Suitable work environment facilities equipment and materials to undertake actual work as prescribed by this unit

These should be part of the formal learningassessment environment

Note

Where simulation is considered a suitable strategy for assessment conditions must be authentic and as far as possible reproduce and replicate the workplace and be consistent with the approved industry simulation policy

The resources used for assessment should reflect current industry practices in relation to contributing to the planning of a research project

Method of assessment

This unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume Part Assessment Guidelines

NoteCompetent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the Industry to which this unit applies This requires assessment in a structured environment which is intended primarily for learningassessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the essential knowledge and skills described in this unit

Note:
Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the Industry to which this unit applies. This requires assessment in a structured environment which is intended primarily for learning/assessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the essential knowledge and skills described in this unit.

Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units

For optimisation of training and assessment effort competency development in this unit may be arranged concurrently with unit

BSXFMA

BSXFM1504A

Participate in lead and facilitate work teams

UEENEERB

UEENEER002B

Contribute to the conduct of a research project

UEENEERB

UEENEER003B

Contribute to the development of a productapplicationservice

UEENEERB

UEENEER004B

Contribute to the trial of a productapplicationservice

UEENEERB

UEENEER005B

Contribute to intellectual property management

BSBCMNA

BSBCMN306A

Produce business documents

BSBSBMA

BSBSBM405A

Monitor and manage business operations

UEENEERA

UEENEER00A

Contribute to the commercialisation of a productapplicationservice

PMBQUALA

PMBQUAL309A

Solve problems using quality tools