Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

ACMADT403 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Train dogs using operant and classical conditioning techniques

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency ACMADT403 - Train dogs using operant and classical conditioning techniques
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Interpret dog behaviour and identify optimal conditions for dog training
  • Identify key aspects of dogs' behaviour by observing their posture, facial expression, body language, stress signals and energy levels
  • Interpret signs that indicate fear, anxiety and arousal levels
  • Identify optimal conditions for dog behavioural training
  • Consider dog training activities suitable to the age of the dog
  • Identify suitable training activities that entail both dog training and training the dog and handler team
  • Select, check and ensure the handler uses appropriate equipment for the dog and themselves
  • Identify and follow appropriate biosecurity requirements, legislation, regulations, workplace health and safety and animal welfare codes of practice
  • Identify suitable dog behaviour training techniques, focusing on positive rewards-based reinforcement that is force-free and fear-free, while incorporating negative punishment and the underpinning theoretical principles of dog training
       
Element: Implement dog training using operant and classical conditioning techniques
  • Train dogs using voice and/or hand signals for tasks using operant and classical conditioning techniques and according to animal welfare codes of practice
  • Instruct handlers to use operant and classical conditioning techniques to train their dog using suitable methodologies and practices
  • Introduce dogs to a public access environment in a confined area
  • Train dogs with their handler to handle distractions in more open areas
  • Train dogs with their handler on basic to specialist skills
  • Observe dog and handler practices to assess team performance and suggest appropriate behavioural modifications if required
  • Assess dogs' behaviour in public access situations
  • Maintain records of training processes and dogs' progress
       
Element: Discuss maintenance of health and welfare of dogs
  • Discuss dogs' lifestyle and lifelong needs regarding their housing and nutrition with handlers
  • Discuss the monitoring and maintenance of dogs' health, condition and physical, emotional and mental health needs with handlers
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify key aspects of dogs' behaviour by observing their posture, facial expression, body language, stress signals and energy levels 
Interpret signs that indicate fear, anxiety and arousal levels 
Identify optimal conditions for dog behavioural training 
Consider dog training activities suitable to the age of the dog 
Identify suitable training activities that entail both dog training and training the dog and handler team 
Select, check and ensure the handler uses appropriate equipment for the dog and themselves 
Identify and follow appropriate biosecurity requirements, legislation, regulations, workplace health and safety and animal welfare codes of practice 
Identify suitable dog behaviour training techniques, focusing on positive rewards-based reinforcement that is force-free and fear-free, while incorporating negative punishment and the underpinning theoretical principles of dog training 
Train dogs using voice and/or hand signals for tasks using operant and classical conditioning techniques and according to animal welfare codes of practice 
Instruct handlers to use operant and classical conditioning techniques to train their dog using suitable methodologies and practices 
Introduce dogs to a public access environment in a confined area 
Train dogs with their handler to handle distractions in more open areas 
Train dogs with their handler on basic to specialist skills 
Observe dog and handler practices to assess team performance and suggest appropriate behavioural modifications if required 
Assess dogs' behaviour in public access situations 
Maintain records of training processes and dogs' progress 
Discuss dogs' lifestyle and lifelong needs regarding their housing and nutrition with handlers 
Discuss the monitoring and maintenance of dogs' health, condition and physical, emotional and mental health needs with handlers 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

ACMADT403 - Train dogs using operant and classical conditioning techniques
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