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

CSCDOG003 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare stimulus aids for use with dogs

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Issue Date: April 2024


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Unit of Competency CSCDOG003 - Prepare stimulus aids for use with dogs
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for preparing stimulus aids for use with dogs, preventing cross-contamination of stimulus aid materials and reporting on use of stimulus aids.This unit applies to those responsible for preparing detection dog training aids. The unit may be customised, particularly regarding the materials to be used in the preparation of stimulus aids and the odours the dogs are required to detect based on different requirements of the organisation, function of the work team and location.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to use of illegal substances and dog care.A person undertaking this unit would usually work autonomously using support from mostly familiar resources. The role requires complex task organisation and application of moderate analytical skills. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Dog handling
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: Identify and procure appropriate materials to use for making stimulus aids
  • Identify the types of odours that can be used for training and working dogs.
  • Source suitable resources to prepare stimulus aids.
  • Ensure that the target odour is fresh and capable of producing maximum detectable scents.
       
Element: Prepare stimulus aids
  • Wear appropriate hand protection at all times when preparing stimulus aids.
  • Use methods of preparing stimulus aids that prevent cross-contamination of odours.
  • Vary amounts of target odour according to the experience level of the dog and the situation or purpose of the training exercise.
  • Identify factors that may affect the preparation and use of stimulus aids.
       
Element: Pack up stimulus aids
  • Break down all reusable materials used in the construction of stimulus aids.
  • Use odour-free detergents with hot or cold water to clean all materials and surfaces used for the preparation of stimulus aids.
  • Store materials for re-use away from sources of cross-contamination.
  • Ensure stimulus aid storage and production areas are clean and free from cross contamination risks.
       
Element: Complete records
  • Complete records of materials used to prepare stimulus aids.
       
Element: Identify and procure appropriate materials to use for making stimulus aids
  • Identify the types of odours that can be used for training and working dogs.
  • Source suitable resources to prepare stimulus aids.
  • Ensure that the target odour is fresh and capable of producing maximum detectable scents.
       
Element: Prepare stimulus aids
  • Wear appropriate hand protection at all times when preparing stimulus aids.
  • Use methods of preparing stimulus aids that prevent cross-contamination of odours.
  • Vary amounts of target odour according to the experience level of the dog and the situation or purpose of the training exercise.
  • Identify factors that may affect the preparation and use of stimulus aids.
       
Element: Pack up stimulus aids
  • Break down all reusable materials used in the construction of stimulus aids.
  • Use odour-free detergents with hot or cold water to clean all materials and surfaces used for the preparation of stimulus aids.
  • Store materials for re-use away from sources of cross-contamination.
  • Ensure stimulus aid storage and production areas are clean and free from cross contamination risks.
       
Element: Complete records
  • Complete records of materials used to prepare stimulus aids.
       


Evidence Required

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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 section.

1. Identify and procure appropriate materials to use for making stimulus aids

1.1 Identify the types of odours that can be used for training and working dogs.

1.2 Source suitable resources to prepare stimulus aids.

1.3 Ensure that the target odour is fresh and capable of producing maximum detectable scents.

2. Prepare stimulus aids

2.1 Wear appropriate hand protection at all times when preparing stimulus aids.

2.2 Use methods of preparing stimulus aids that prevent cross-contamination of odours.

2.3 Vary amounts of target odour according to the experience level of the dog and the situation or purpose of the training exercise.

2.4 Identify factors that may affect the preparation and use of stimulus aids.

3. Pack up stimulus aids

3.1 Break down all reusable materials used in the construction of stimulus aids.

3.2 Use odour-free detergents with hot or cold water to clean all materials and surfaces used for the preparation of stimulus aids.

3.3 Store materials for re-use away from sources of cross-contamination.

3.4 Ensure stimulus aid storage and production areas are clean and free from cross contamination risks.

4. Complete records

4.1 Complete records of materials used to prepare stimulus aids.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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 section.

1. Identify and procure appropriate materials to use for making stimulus aids

1.1 Identify the types of odours that can be used for training and working dogs.

1.2 Source suitable resources to prepare stimulus aids.

1.3 Ensure that the target odour is fresh and capable of producing maximum detectable scents.

2. Prepare stimulus aids

2.1 Wear appropriate hand protection at all times when preparing stimulus aids.

2.2 Use methods of preparing stimulus aids that prevent cross-contamination of odours.

2.3 Vary amounts of target odour according to the experience level of the dog and the situation or purpose of the training exercise.

2.4 Identify factors that may affect the preparation and use of stimulus aids.

3. Pack up stimulus aids

3.1 Break down all reusable materials used in the construction of stimulus aids.

3.2 Use odour-free detergents with hot or cold water to clean all materials and surfaces used for the preparation of stimulus aids.

3.3 Store materials for re-use away from sources of cross-contamination.

3.4 Ensure stimulus aid storage and production areas are clean and free from cross contamination risks.

4. Complete records

4.1 Complete records of materials used to prepare stimulus aids.

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 the types of odours that can be used for training and working dogs. 
Source suitable resources to prepare stimulus aids. 
Ensure that the target odour is fresh and capable of producing maximum detectable scents. 
Wear appropriate hand protection at all times when preparing stimulus aids. 
Use methods of preparing stimulus aids that prevent cross-contamination of odours. 
Vary amounts of target odour according to the experience level of the dog and the situation or purpose of the training exercise. 
Identify factors that may affect the preparation and use of stimulus aids. 
Break down all reusable materials used in the construction of stimulus aids. 
Use odour-free detergents with hot or cold water to clean all materials and surfaces used for the preparation of stimulus aids. 
Store materials for re-use away from sources of cross-contamination. 
Ensure stimulus aid storage and production areas are clean and free from cross contamination risks. 
Complete records of materials used to prepare stimulus aids. 
Identify the types of odours that can be used for training and working dogs. 
Source suitable resources to prepare stimulus aids. 
Ensure that the target odour is fresh and capable of producing maximum detectable scents. 
Wear appropriate hand protection at all times when preparing stimulus aids. 
Use methods of preparing stimulus aids that prevent cross-contamination of odours. 
Vary amounts of target odour according to the experience level of the dog and the situation or purpose of the training exercise. 
Identify factors that may affect the preparation and use of stimulus aids. 
Break down all reusable materials used in the construction of stimulus aids. 
Use odour-free detergents with hot or cold water to clean all materials and surfaces used for the preparation of stimulus aids. 
Store materials for re-use away from sources of cross-contamination. 
Ensure stimulus aid storage and production areas are clean and free from cross contamination risks. 
Complete records of materials used to prepare stimulus aids. 

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