Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
MSS024010A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Perform environmental biological techniques
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Qualification | - |
Unit of Competency | MSS024010A - Perform environmental biological techniques |
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Description | This unit of competency covers the ability to collect and examine biological samples using microscopes, keys and biochemical tests to identify and enumerate environmentally significant organisms. Personnel are expected to prepare aseptic media and solutions, set up equipment for microbiological testing and identify basic microorganisms of environmental significance. | ||
Employability Skills | Not applicable. | ||
Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit of competency is applicable to environmental technicians working in a range of industry sectors, such as:environmental services (e.g. sampling and monitoring of air quality, water and soil)clean water (e.g. catchments, supply and environmental flows)water treatment, storm and wastewater managementnatural resource management. | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. |
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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 | |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Obtain biological samples |
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Element: Perform basic biological techniques associated with the examination of microorganisms |
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Element: Prepare microscope for use |
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Element: Perform microscopic examination in accordance with test methods |
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Element: Classify organisms |
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Element: Relate cell structures and their functions to environmental adaptation |
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Element: Maintain a safe work environment |
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Element: Maintain enterprise records |
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