Diploma of Test and Evaluation

Not applicable.


Subjects

13 units of competency are required for this qualification including:

9 core units

4 elective units

Choose a minimum of 2 elective units from the elective list below.

Choose the remaining 2 elective units from elective list below, or elsewhere within this training package, or another endorsed training package, or accredited course.

Where a pre-requisite unit is attached to an elective unit it is identified by this symbol .

The pre-requisite units attached to any of the elective units must be undertaken and are additional to the number of elective units required for the qualification.

The elective units should be selected from the units that most closely align to an individuals occupational outcomes.

Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.

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Core Units

add topic DEFTE003A

Conduct testing processes

add topic DEFTE001A

Plan testing and evaluation processes

add topic DEFTE002A

Prepare testing and evaluation processes

add topic DEFTE004A

Evaluate testing

add topic DEFTE005A

Produce test and evaluation reports

add topic PSPPM501B

Design complex projects

add topic PSPPM502B

Manage complex projects

add topic PSPPM503B

Close complex projects

add topic PSPPM504A

Carry out complex project activities

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Elective Units

add topic DEFTE006A

Analyse test data

add topic DEFTE007A

Apply knowledge of test and evaluation processes

add topic BSBOHS509A

Ensure a safe workplace

add topic BSBSUS301A

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

add topic PSPFIN501A

Apply public sector financial policies and processes

add topic PSPGOV504B

Undertake research and analysis

add topic PSPGOV512A

Use complex workplace communication strategies

add topic PSPGOV515A

Develop and use political nous

add topic PSPPM601B

Direct complex project activities

add topic PUACOM002B

Provide services to clients

add topic PUACOM007B

Liaise with other organisations

PUAEMR022

Establish context for emergency risk assessment

PUAEMR023

Assess emergency risk

PUAEMR022 Establish context for emergency risk assessment

PUAEMR024

Develop treatment options for emergency risk

PUAEMR025

Manage risk treatment implementation

add topic TAAASS401C

Plan and organise assessment

add topic TAEASS402A

Assess competence

add topic TAEASS403A

Participate in assessment validation


Pathways...

    Not applicable.


Entry Requirements

Not applicable.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

Employability Skills are part of a unit of competency.

Employability Skills statements from a selection of units of competency from the DEF51712 Diploma of Test and Evaluation have been reproduced in the table below.

This table provides an example of Employability Skills for the qualification because Employability Skills within a qualification will vary depending on the qualification packaging options.

Defence qualifications have core units (which must be achieved) and elective units (where there is a choice of units which must be achieved) so different Employability Skills Summaries are possible within the one qualification, depending on the package of core units and chosen elective units.

Employability Skill

Employability Skills Statement

Communication

communicate with stakeholders using a range of communication styles to suit different audiences and purposes

detail requirements, write recommendations and monitor plans requiring precision of expression

prepare business case and obtain approvals to proceed with test development in accordance with organisational policy, procedures and guidelines

used language that is appropriate to audience and to report purposes and objectives

Teamwork

clarify and agree on skills, roles and responsibilities of team members and stakeholders, and identify reporting requirements

regularly consult staff and contractors to discuss progress and to ensure effective results

Problem solving

apply risk management techniques

identify risks and apply the risk management process in accordance with test plan

conduct a critical analysis of the need for testing in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

undertake research and analysis to identify impacts and risks, constraining factors and alternate options

Initiative and enterprise

check grammar, spelling and style for accuracy and punctuation

take responsibility for the quality of own output

use discretion and judgement

use public relations strategies to promote and gain endorsement

Planning and organising

define aims, objectives and impacts in test plan, and timeframes and identify resources to complete quality deliverables on time and within budget

determine report structure

establish consultation and reporting mechanisms in accordance with test plan

implement and monitor plans

plan and establish programmed review of objectives and achievement accordance with test plan

schedule testing activities

Selfmanagement

work independently or as part of a team under direct and indirect supervision

Learning

implement relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures that may impact on the test and evaluation process

Technology

access/prepare information electronically or in hard copy

monitor required systems throughout the process in accordance with test plan

use application software suited to the reporting of testing processes

use appropriate software to apply design elements to texts that satisfies report purposes and objectives