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

LGAPLEM612B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Protect heritage and cultural assets

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LGAPLEM612B - Protect heritage and cultural assets
Description This unit covers establishing an inventory, assessing opportunities and threats and developing strategies for heritage and cultural assets.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in councils of all sizes. Knowledge of the legislation and regulations within which councils must operate is essential. The unique nature of councils, as a tier of government directed by elected members and reflecting the needs of local communities, must be appropriately reflected.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
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 inventory of heritage and cultural assets
  • Heritage and cultural assets within the community, and council expectations and requirements relating to them, are identified.
  • The significance of each heritage and cultural asset is assessed according to established criteria and community expectations.
  • An adequate information base of significant places is obtained through comprehensive field investigation and research.
  • Data is collected accurately and objectively on heritage and cultural assets.
  • A comprehensive inventory of heritage and cultural assets is prepared with full and detailed descriptions of history and significance.
       
Element: Assess threats and opportunities for the protection of heritage and cultural assets
  • Threats and opportunities are identified to ensure all factors are fully assessed.
  • Based on input from council and the community, criteria are established to enable threats and opportunities to be prioritised.
       
Element: Identify and develop strategies for the protection of heritage and cultural assets
  • Criteria are established to identify priorities.
  • Consultation with the community and property owners is undertaken to seek views on the conservation action required to protect the significant attributes of the area.
  • A framework for the legal protection of heritage and cultural assets is established through existing legislation.
  • Practical and appropriate strategies to conserve heritage and cultural assets are determined.
  • The effectiveness of strategies is assessed through a comparison with methods used elsewhere.
  • The policy elements of the proposed heritage program are determined.
  • Innovative approaches are developed to protect heritage and cultural assets in response to the local community need.
       
Element: Implement strategies for the protection of heritage and cultural assets
  • The study and program are adopted by the local authority.
  • Consultation is undertaken with the community and property owners about the study and proposed heritage program.
  • Financial resources are identified and procured within budget cycles to support the achievement of required outcomes.
  • Personnel are identified, trained and assigned to tasks so that requirements for skills and knowledge are met.
  • Physical facilities and equipment are identified and procured within budget cycles to support the achievement of required outcomes.
  • Community education and information materials are prepared and distributed to ensure ongoing support for the strategy.
  • The strategy is incorporated into council policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
  • A timetable for implementation is established and priorities are set.
       
Element: Monitor and review the effectiveness of strategies to protect heritage and cultural assets
  • Further research is undertaken on places listed as being of local significance in the study.
  • Additional plans of significance are identified and reviewed.
  • An annual heritage report is prepared if required.
  • Information received from monitoring and review is used to develop new strategies that are based on accumulated knowledge and experience.
       
Element: Prepare inventory of heritage and cultural assets
  • Heritage and cultural assets within the community, and council expectations and requirements relating to them, are identified.
  • The significance of each heritage and cultural asset is assessed according to established criteria and community expectations.
  • An adequate information base of significant places is obtained through comprehensive field investigation and research.
  • Data is collected accurately and objectively on heritage and cultural assets.
  • A comprehensive inventory of heritage and cultural assets is prepared with full and detailed descriptions of history and significance.
       
Element: Assess threats and opportunities for the protection of heritage and cultural assets
  • Threats and opportunities are identified to ensure all factors are fully assessed.
  • Based on input from council and the community, criteria are established to enable threats and opportunities to be prioritised.
       
Element: Identify and develop strategies for the protection of heritage and cultural assets
  • Criteria are established to identify priorities.
  • Consultation with the community and property owners is undertaken to seek views on the conservation action required to protect the significant attributes of the area.
  • A framework for the legal protection of heritage and cultural assets is established through existing legislation.
  • Practical and appropriate strategies to conserve heritage and cultural assets are determined.
  • The effectiveness of strategies is assessed through a comparison with methods used elsewhere.
  • The policy elements of the proposed heritage program are determined.
  • Innovative approaches are developed to protect heritage and cultural assets in response to the local community need.
       
Element: Implement strategies for the protection of heritage and cultural assets
  • The study and program are adopted by the local authority.
  • Consultation is undertaken with the community and property owners about the study and proposed heritage program.
  • Financial resources are identified and procured within budget cycles to support the achievement of required outcomes.
  • Personnel are identified, trained and assigned to tasks so that requirements for skills and knowledge are met.
  • Physical facilities and equipment are identified and procured within budget cycles to support the achievement of required outcomes.
  • Community education and information materials are prepared and distributed to ensure ongoing support for the strategy.
  • The strategy is incorporated into council policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
  • A timetable for implementation is established and priorities are set.
       
Element: Monitor and review the effectiveness of strategies to protect heritage and cultural assets
  • Further research is undertaken on places listed as being of local significance in the study.
  • Additional plans of significance are identified and reviewed.
  • An annual heritage report is prepared if required.
  • Information received from monitoring and review is used to develop new strategies that are based on accumulated knowledge and experience.
       


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.

Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

The demonstrated ability to:

identify and protect heritage and cultural assets

identify and implement strategies to protect heritage and cultural assets

put in place monitoring processes

Context of assessment

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the context of the local government framework. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including the Range of Variables applicable to the workplace environment.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

third-party reports from experienced practitioners

completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated management environments.

Resource implications

Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides the following resources:

relevant data such as survey information

historical research

existing reports

studies and texts

financial and budget information

real or simulated consultation process

copies of relevant regulations, standards and policies


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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)


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.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit

Required Skills

research

collation of information from local, national and international sources

evaluation methodologies

consultation with a range of community and government agencies

strategic planning

budgeting and lifecycle costings

community education strategies

project management

Required Knowledge

heritage assets

cultural assets

asset classification

council structures and services

town planning

community needs and expectations

regulations, standards and policies

community information

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Heritage may include:

cultural and environmental issues

national and local area significance

danger component of heritage element or structure

Significance may be:

aesthetic, historical, scientific and social aspects

community expectations.

national

state

regional

local

contributory

Data includes:

survey information

historical research

existing reports

studies and texts

Information may include:

written and oral records

reports

instructions

directions from supervisor and management

formal and informal interviews

team meetings

reports from other services, agencies, specialists and experts

media

Threats may include:

political emphasis

reductions in maintenance

lack of planning

other authorities' planning

competing interests

community attitudes

Criteria may include:

community preferences

budget constraints

legislative provisions

resources

time frames

age

outstanding craftsmanship

architectural style

construction technology

an association with important events or figures

building type

rarity

technical or creative achievement

representing a way of life

artistic

religious or cultural associations

Places of significance may include:

buildings

structures

plantings

subsurface remains

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
Heritage and cultural assets within the community, and council expectations and requirements relating to them, are identified. 
The significance of each heritage and cultural asset is assessed according to established criteria and community expectations. 
An adequate information base of significant places is obtained through comprehensive field investigation and research. 
Data is collected accurately and objectively on heritage and cultural assets. 
A comprehensive inventory of heritage and cultural assets is prepared with full and detailed descriptions of history and significance. 
Threats and opportunities are identified to ensure all factors are fully assessed. 
Based on input from council and the community, criteria are established to enable threats and opportunities to be prioritised. 
Criteria are established to identify priorities. 
Consultation with the community and property owners is undertaken to seek views on the conservation action required to protect the significant attributes of the area. 
A framework for the legal protection of heritage and cultural assets is established through existing legislation. 
Practical and appropriate strategies to conserve heritage and cultural assets are determined. 
The effectiveness of strategies is assessed through a comparison with methods used elsewhere. 
The policy elements of the proposed heritage program are determined. 
Innovative approaches are developed to protect heritage and cultural assets in response to the local community need. 
The study and program are adopted by the local authority. 
Consultation is undertaken with the community and property owners about the study and proposed heritage program. 
Financial resources are identified and procured within budget cycles to support the achievement of required outcomes. 
Personnel are identified, trained and assigned to tasks so that requirements for skills and knowledge are met. 
Physical facilities and equipment are identified and procured within budget cycles to support the achievement of required outcomes. 
Community education and information materials are prepared and distributed to ensure ongoing support for the strategy. 
The strategy is incorporated into council policies and procedures and relevant legislation. 
A timetable for implementation is established and priorities are set. 
Further research is undertaken on places listed as being of local significance in the study. 
Additional plans of significance are identified and reviewed. 
An annual heritage report is prepared if required. 
Information received from monitoring and review is used to develop new strategies that are based on accumulated knowledge and experience. 
Heritage and cultural assets within the community, and council expectations and requirements relating to them, are identified. 
The significance of each heritage and cultural asset is assessed according to established criteria and community expectations. 
An adequate information base of significant places is obtained through comprehensive field investigation and research. 
Data is collected accurately and objectively on heritage and cultural assets. 
A comprehensive inventory of heritage and cultural assets is prepared with full and detailed descriptions of history and significance. 
Threats and opportunities are identified to ensure all factors are fully assessed. 
Based on input from council and the community, criteria are established to enable threats and opportunities to be prioritised. 
Criteria are established to identify priorities. 
Consultation with the community and property owners is undertaken to seek views on the conservation action required to protect the significant attributes of the area. 
A framework for the legal protection of heritage and cultural assets is established through existing legislation. 
Practical and appropriate strategies to conserve heritage and cultural assets are determined. 
The effectiveness of strategies is assessed through a comparison with methods used elsewhere. 
The policy elements of the proposed heritage program are determined. 
Innovative approaches are developed to protect heritage and cultural assets in response to the local community need. 
The study and program are adopted by the local authority. 
Consultation is undertaken with the community and property owners about the study and proposed heritage program. 
Financial resources are identified and procured within budget cycles to support the achievement of required outcomes. 
Personnel are identified, trained and assigned to tasks so that requirements for skills and knowledge are met. 
Physical facilities and equipment are identified and procured within budget cycles to support the achievement of required outcomes. 
Community education and information materials are prepared and distributed to ensure ongoing support for the strategy. 
The strategy is incorporated into council policies and procedures and relevant legislation. 
A timetable for implementation is established and priorities are set. 
Further research is undertaken on places listed as being of local significance in the study. 
Additional plans of significance are identified and reviewed. 
An annual heritage report is prepared if required. 
Information received from monitoring and review is used to develop new strategies that are based on accumulated knowledge and experience. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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