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

AHCSDT302 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Identify seeds

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AHCSDT302 - Identify seeds
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and identify seeds and contribute samples to the seed reference collection. It applies to seed analysts working within enterprise requirements and procedures.It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
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: Prepare for seed identification
  • Confirm seeds requiring identification
  • Prepare resources and equipment for use in identification
  • Identify, select and prepare for use, processes for seed identification
       
Element: Identify seed
  • Identify specified seeds according to their general characteristics
  • Record botanical name of seed to species level where possible
  • Seek advice when necessary and where appropriate to confirm identification
       
Element: Update the reference collection
  • Consult supervisor about possible addition to the reference collection
  • Document information and add the seed to the reference collection if appropriate
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for seed identification

1.1 Confirm seeds requiring identification

1.2 Prepare resources and equipment for use in identification

1.3 Identify, select and prepare for use, processes for seed identification

2. Identify seed

2.1 Identify specified seeds according to their general characteristics

2.2 Record botanical name of seed to species level where possible

2.3 Seek advice when necessary and where appropriate to confirm identification

3. Update the reference collection

3.1 Consult supervisor about possible addition to the reference collection

3.2 Document information and add the seed to the reference collection if appropriate

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

prepare for seed identification

recognise or identify seed to genus and, where possible, species level

contribute to enterprise seed reference collection

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

binomial nomenclature

concepts of seed identification

enterprise and/or legal traceability requirements

enterprise standard operating procedures (SOPs)

relevant work health, safety and environment requirements

seed identification techniques

the role of the International Seed Testing Association (ISTA) and the ISTA Rules for Seed Testing

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for seed identification

1.1 Confirm seeds requiring identification

1.2 Prepare resources and equipment for use in identification

1.3 Identify, select and prepare for use, processes for seed identification

2. Identify seed

2.1 Identify specified seeds according to their general characteristics

2.2 Record botanical name of seed to species level where possible

2.3 Seek advice when necessary and where appropriate to confirm identification

3. Update the reference collection

3.1 Consult supervisor about possible addition to the reference collection

3.2 Document information and add the seed to the reference collection if appropriate

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
Confirm seeds requiring identification 
Prepare resources and equipment for use in identification 
Identify, select and prepare for use, processes for seed identification 
Identify specified seeds according to their general characteristics 
Record botanical name of seed to species level where possible 
Seek advice when necessary and where appropriate to confirm identification 
Consult supervisor about possible addition to the reference collection 
Document information and add the seed to the reference collection if appropriate 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

AHCSDT302 - Identify seeds
Assessment task 1: [title]

Student name:

Student ID:

I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

Student signature:

Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessor name:

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Assessment Record Sheet

AHCSDT302 - Identify seeds

Student name:

Student ID:

Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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