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

NWP419B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Coordinate and monitor river system usage

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency NWP419B - Coordinate and monitor river system usage
Description This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to monitor and coordinate the operation of river systems and measure and report on river flows, including flood plains and the river environment.
Employability Skills This unit of competency contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for staff with a specific responsibility for ensuring that river system usage complies with organisational and statutory requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field Collection and distribution
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: Confirm performance measures in river system management plan.
  • Identify water flow requirements.
  • Identify water quality and quantity requirements.
  • Identify environmental factors that impact on water flows and quality.
  • Identify performance measures for the resource and operations.
       
Element: Monitor performance of assets.
  • Correctly select, fit and use equipment, including personal protective equipment.
  • Apply monitoring and testing programs.
  • Monitor assets to ensure performance meets specifications in the river system management plan.
       
Element: Coordinate processes.
  • Monitor water usage and quality according to the river system management plan.
  • Coordinate processes to meet planned requirements and targets.
  • Apply system adjustments to ensure that system performance meets organisational and statutory requirements.
       
Element: Report outcomes of coordination and monitoring.
  • Analyse, record and report coordination and monitoring data according to organisational requirements.
  • Identify current and/or potential problems and report according to organisational procedures.
       


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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The candidate should demonstrate the ability to coordinate and monitor river system usage including:

identifying water flow, water quality and water quantity requirements

identifying relevant environmental factors to be considered

identifying performance measures for the resource and operations

implementing monitoring and testing programs, including monitoring of assets, water usage and water

coordinating processes and making system adjustments

analysing and reporting data and reporting problems.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Access to the workplace and resources including:

documentation that should normally be available in a water industry organisation

relevant codes, standards, and government regulations.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice

a decision of competence should only be made when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's competence over time and in various contexts

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence

where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (RCC/RPL), the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time

assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and must include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Questioning will be undertaken in a manner appropriate to the skill levels of the operator, any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and reflecting the requirements of the competency and the work being performed.

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.

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

Required skills:

solve operational problems

produce reports and logs

use safety equipment and personal protective equipment

interpret plans, charts and instructions

perform system-related calculations

interpret policies, procedures and standards

communicate with employees and customers

use communication equipment

give and receive instructions

analyse personal and team performance

operate computerised equipment

identify control system faults.

Required knowledge:

system hydraulics

coordination processes

system layout

environmental aspects of river systems

system processes

lock out procedures for mechanical and electrical installations

policies, procedures and legislation

relevant utilities and service bodies

communication systems

risk factors and potential hazards involved with river systems

equipment operation, capacity and limitations

system calculations

effects of weather and conditions on operation of river systems

pipes and fittings

pumping and valving systems

control systems.

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, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Equipment used may include:

electronic monitoring and metering systems

manual chart recording systems

on- and off-road vehicles

communication equipment

personal protective equipment.

System adjustments may include:

regulation of flow and pressure, including the adjustment of:

pumping systems

valving systems

control systems.

Organisational and statutory requirements may include:

by-laws and organisational policies

standard operating procedures

environment protection

relevant Australian Standards

manufacturer's standards and specifications.

equal employment opportunity

occupational health and safety

World Health Organisation and National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) guidelines.

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 water flow requirements. 
Identify water quality and quantity requirements. 
Identify environmental factors that impact on water flows and quality. 
Identify performance measures for the resource and operations. 
Correctly select, fit and use equipment, including personal protective equipment. 
Apply monitoring and testing programs. 
Monitor assets to ensure performance meets specifications in the river system management plan. 
Monitor water usage and quality according to the river system management plan. 
Coordinate processes to meet planned requirements and targets. 
Apply system adjustments to ensure that system performance meets organisational and statutory requirements. 
Analyse, record and report coordination and monitoring data according to organisational requirements. 
Identify current and/or potential problems and report according to organisational procedures. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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