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

CPPSIS4030 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate surveying equipment

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPPSIS4030 - Operate surveying equipment
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to operate a range of surveying equipment for data capture or spatial data set-out. The unit covers selecting, setting up and using surveying equipment to perform basic measurements; and recording and calculating horizontal and vertical information. This includes validating and checking data accuracy and performing basic data reductions and manipulation using software. The unit requires the ability to check and adjust equipment to achieve task requirements, and to identify and report faults or problems. It also requires the ability to plan and execute work tasks in consultation with team members, and complete records and documentation. The unit supports those who work in a surveying team in support positions relating to field data collection.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

as specified in the performance evidence

specifications:

equipment operating manuals

standard operating procedures and documentation relating to work tasks

relationships with team members and supervisor:

working in a team.

Timeframe:

as specified by task and organisational requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.

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: Plan surveying tasks.
  • Task requirements and principal work activities are identified and clarified with appropriate persons.
  • Design information is reviewed to identify components to be measured in consultation with appropriate persons.
  • Surveying equipment is selected to meet task requirements, and set up according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Hazards are identified and risks managed, and problems are reported according to organisational requirements.
       
Element: Execute surveying tasks.
  • Equipment is operated and adjusted as required to measure identified survey components according to task and organisational requirements.
  • Measured surveying data is reduced for comparison with design and manipulated to meet task and organisational requirements.
  • Data is checked against task requirements, and errors are identified and resolved in consultation with appropriate persons.
  • Measurements are validated and recorded according to industry-accepted standards and organisational requirements.
  • Team activities are performed according to task and organisational requirements.
       
Element: Finalise surveying tasks.
  • Surveying task is finalised and data processed according to task and organisational requirements.
  • Documentation is completed and data stored according to organisational requirements.
  • Equipment is checked, and faults and problems are reported according to manufacturer and organisational requirements.
  • Equipment is packed up and stored according to manufacturer and organisational requirements.
       


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Plan surveying tasks.

1.1.

Task requirements and principal work activities are identified and clarified with appropriate persons.

1.2.

Design information is reviewed to identify components to be measured in consultation with appropriate persons.

1.3.

Surveying equipment is selected to meet task requirements, and set up according to manufacturer specifications.

1.4.

Hazards are identified and risks managed, and problems are reported according to organisational requirements.

2.

Execute surveying tasks.

2.1.

Equipment is operated and adjusted as required to measure identified survey components according to task and organisational requirements.

2.2.

Measured surveying data is reduced for comparison with design and manipulated to meet task and organisational requirements.

2.3.

Data is checked against task requirements, and errors are identified and resolved in consultation with appropriate persons.

2.4.

Measurements are validated and recorded according to industry-accepted standards and organisational requirements.

2.5.

Team activities are performed according to task and organisational requirements.

3.

Finalise surveying tasks.

3.1.

Surveying task is finalised and data processed according to task and organisational requirements.

3.2.

Documentation is completed and data stored according to organisational requirements.

3.3.

Equipment is checked, and faults and problems are reported according to manufacturer and organisational requirements.

3.4.

Equipment is packed up and stored according to manufacturer and organisational requirements.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit. The person must also operate the following surveying equipment for spatial data capture or data set-out for two different surveying tasks:

hand-held global positioning system (GPS) in single point positioning mode for:

determining point position

navigating and recording a traverse

collecting designated attributes for designated features

automatic, digital or laser level

total station.

In addition, while capturing or setting out surveying data for the above surveying tasks, the person must use two of the following pieces of surveying equipment:

compass

clinometer

data recording equipment

digital or hard copy map or image

distance measuring wheel

hand-held laser measuring device

tape.

While capturing or setting out the above spatial data, the person must:

plan work activities to meet design and task specifications

communicate clearly with others to clarify work tasks and report problems and errors relating to data or equipment

accurately perform the following:

checks to validate measurements and identify potential faults and problems with equipment

data manipulations and reductions

measurements and computations that meet industry-accepted standards for accuracy, including calculating horizontal and vertical information

comply with organisational, legislative and manufacturer requirements in order to work safely, including:

using personal protective equipment (PPE)

complying with relevant safe work method statements (SWMS)

identifying and managing hazards and risks

cooperate with team members to operate equipment

follow manufacturer specifications and standard operating procedures to correctly set up, operate, pack up and store surveying equipment and tools

use organisational proformas to accurately record measurements and data.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

accepted organisational standards for recording metadata

attributes associated with a spatial dataset

key features of spatial reference systems

limitations of the surveying equipment specified in the performance evidence

methods for downloading spatial data collected using the surveying equipment specified in the performance evidence

methods for setting up, levelling, calibrating and using the surveying equipment specified in the performance evidence

organisational policies and procedures relating to surveying data collection and set-out, and storage and retrieval of collected data

organisational procedures for hazard reporting, and equipment use and maintenance

surveying data acquisition methodologies using equipment specified in the performance evidence.


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Plan surveying tasks.

1.1.

Task requirements and principal work activities are identified and clarified with appropriate persons.

1.2.

Design information is reviewed to identify components to be measured in consultation with appropriate persons.

1.3.

Surveying equipment is selected to meet task requirements, and set up according to manufacturer specifications.

1.4.

Hazards are identified and risks managed, and problems are reported according to organisational requirements.

2.

Execute surveying tasks.

2.1.

Equipment is operated and adjusted as required to measure identified survey components according to task and organisational requirements.

2.2.

Measured surveying data is reduced for comparison with design and manipulated to meet task and organisational requirements.

2.3.

Data is checked against task requirements, and errors are identified and resolved in consultation with appropriate persons.

2.4.

Measurements are validated and recorded according to industry-accepted standards and organisational requirements.

2.5.

Team activities are performed according to task and organisational requirements.

3.

Finalise surveying tasks.

3.1.

Surveying task is finalised and data processed according to task and organisational requirements.

3.2.

Documentation is completed and data stored according to organisational requirements.

3.3.

Equipment is checked, and faults and problems are reported according to manufacturer and organisational requirements.

3.4.

Equipment is packed up and stored according to manufacturer and organisational requirements.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Appropriate persons must include at least one of the following:

experienced site personnel

qualified surveyor

supervisor or line manager.

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
Task requirements and principal work activities are identified and clarified with appropriate persons. 
Design information is reviewed to identify components to be measured in consultation with appropriate persons. 
Surveying equipment is selected to meet task requirements, and set up according to manufacturer specifications. 
Hazards are identified and risks managed, and problems are reported according to organisational requirements. 
Equipment is operated and adjusted as required to measure identified survey components according to task and organisational requirements. 
Measured surveying data is reduced for comparison with design and manipulated to meet task and organisational requirements. 
Data is checked against task requirements, and errors are identified and resolved in consultation with appropriate persons. 
Measurements are validated and recorded according to industry-accepted standards and organisational requirements. 
Team activities are performed according to task and organisational requirements. 
Surveying task is finalised and data processed according to task and organisational requirements. 
Documentation is completed and data stored according to organisational requirements. 
Equipment is checked, and faults and problems are reported according to manufacturer and organisational requirements. 
Equipment is packed up and stored according to manufacturer and organisational requirements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

CPPSIS4030 - Operate surveying equipment
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Assessment Record Sheet

CPPSIS4030 - Operate surveying equipment

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