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

MSFFT4008 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Interpret and use workplace information

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFFT4008 - Interpret and use workplace information
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers locating, using, interpreting and manipulating workplace information and statistics in support of development or production activities within the furnishing industry. Statistic access and manipulation can be computer-assisted, either integrated into the enterprise processes, or stand-alone. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements 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:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to a range of business information and statistical data, graphical, tabular and spreadsheet presentation capabilities.
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: Identify situations where statistics are used in the workplace
  • Types of statistical representations of data used in the workplace are identified
  • Users of statistical data in the workplace are identified
  • Statistical data representations are matched for applications to monitor work flow, inventory and stock levels, customer surveys, and supplier and market analysis
       
Element: Collect data
  • Purpose of data collection is identified
  • Sources of information are identified
  • Data collection methods are used
  • Mathematical processes are used to arrange data
  • Data collected is checked for accuracy
  • Potential for inaccurate results arising from variables is estimated and described
       
Element: Make calculations to present data for analysis
  • Data collected is represented on graphs as required
  • Calculating equipment and spreadsheets are used to analysis data
       
Element:
       
Element: Interpret trends and patterns from numerical data
  • Non-conforming results outside of the predicted outcome are noted and reasons identified
  • Trends or patterns in data are noted
  • Possible reasons for trends or patterns are generated
  • Potential solutions are identified
       


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.

1

Identify situations where statistics are used in the workplace

1.1

Types of statistical representations of data used in the workplace are identified

1.2

Users of statistical data in the workplace are identified

1.3

Statistical data representations are matched for applications to monitor work flow, inventory and stock levels, customer surveys, and supplier and market analysis

2

Collect data

2.1

Purpose of data collection is identified

2.2

Sources of information are identified

2.3

Data collection methods are used

2.4

Mathematical processes are used to arrange data

2.5

Data collected is checked for accuracy

2.6

Potential for inaccurate results arising from variables is estimated and described

3

Make calculations to present data for analysis

3.1

Data collected is represented on graphs as required

3.2

Calculating equipment and spreadsheets are used to analysis data

4

Interpret trends and patterns from numerical data

4.1

Non-conforming results outside of the predicted outcome are noted and reasons identified

4.2

Trends or patterns in data are noted

4.3

Possible reasons for trends or patterns are generated

4.4

Potential solutions are identified

Collect, organise and understand information related to multi-trade work instructions and work orders, building and structural plans and safety procedures

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Use general and statistical data representations to explain work processes and/or outcomes

Identify and read graphs, charts, tables and statistical results and interpret general and statistical data accurately

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Use workplace technology related to the coordination, including communication equipment, time and management aids and other measuring devices

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

Contemporary business information and statistical reporting, forecasting and presentation techniques

Mathematical calculations, including:

addition

subtraction

multiplication

division

percentages

Company business policies and plans, including procedures for reports

Company quality systems and business equipment

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.

1

Identify situations where statistics are used in the workplace

1.1

Types of statistical representations of data used in the workplace are identified

1.2

Users of statistical data in the workplace are identified

1.3

Statistical data representations are matched for applications to monitor work flow, inventory and stock levels, customer surveys, and supplier and market analysis

2

Collect data

2.1

Purpose of data collection is identified

2.2

Sources of information are identified

2.3

Data collection methods are used

2.4

Mathematical processes are used to arrange data

2.5

Data collected is checked for accuracy

2.6

Potential for inaccurate results arising from variables is estimated and described

3

Make calculations to present data for analysis

3.1

Data collected is represented on graphs as required

3.2

Calculating equipment and spreadsheets are used to analysis data

4

Interpret trends and patterns from numerical data

4.1

Non-conforming results outside of the predicted outcome are noted and reasons identified

4.2

Trends or patterns in data are noted

4.3

Possible reasons for trends or patterns are generated

4.4

Potential solutions are identified

Specifies different 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. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes:

work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individuals to demonstrate analytical ability, discretion, judgement and problem solving

use of statistics within an enterprise is undertaken in accordance with established enterprise procedures and practices

work is performed with little external assistance and minimal supervision or direction. The development of modifications may require the assistance and cooperation of others

customers may be internal or external

Tools and equipment include:

appropriate computing systems for storage, manipulation, management and presentation of statistical information

handheld calculators

graphs

charts

mathematical tables

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

work procedures/instructions

organisation work specifications and requirements

benchmarking information and standards

legislation/regulations/national and industry codes and practices relevant to the product

quality and Australian Standards and procedures

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
Types of statistical representations of data used in the workplace are identified 
Users of statistical data in the workplace are identified 
Statistical data representations are matched for applications to monitor work flow, inventory and stock levels, customer surveys, and supplier and market analysis 
Purpose of data collection is identified 
Sources of information are identified 
Data collection methods are used 
Mathematical processes are used to arrange data 
Data collected is checked for accuracy 
Potential for inaccurate results arising from variables is estimated and described 
Data collected is represented on graphs as required 
Calculating equipment and spreadsheets are used to analysis data 
 
Non-conforming results outside of the predicted outcome are noted and reasons identified 
Trends or patterns in data are noted 
Possible reasons for trends or patterns are generated 
Potential solutions are identified 

Forms

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