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

PUADEFTE004A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Evaluate testing

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PUADEFTE004A - Evaluate testing
Description This unit covers the competency required to evaluate the results of a testing process. It involves analysing data and solving complex problems where the information may not be obvious but can be determined by direct and logical reasoning.This unit does not require the detailed analysis of complex mathematical and scientific data; if this is required then PUADEFTE006A Analyse test data, should be accessed.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills. Pre-requisite Unit/sNil
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit was developed for Defence test and evaluation workers but is applicable to individuals who work in this field.Typically these individuals must work independently or as part of a team under direct and indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policy and procedures.
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: Assemble testing evidence
  • Testing evidence is identified in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan
  • Evaluation criteria is determined in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan
  • Testing evidence is accessed in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan
  • Data relevance and accuracy is verified in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan
  • Data errors are rectified in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan
       
Element: Evaluate testing evidence
  • Evidence is assessed against estimations and expectations in accordance with evaluation criteria
  • Trends in evidence are identified and the significance is detailed
  • Data comparisons are conducted to determine the validity of outcomes in accordance with evaluation criteria
  • Management tools are utilised in accordance with organisational procedures
  • Test outcomes are determined in conjunction with stakeholders
       
Element: Record and report testing outcomes
  • Test outcomes and reasons for them are recorded in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan
  • Security and confidentiality of data is maintained in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements
  • Results are reported in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan
  • Records are maintained in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan
       


Evidence Required

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

Nil

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time and should be observed in a range of actual or simulated work contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment.

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to:

legislation, guidelines, procedures and protocols relating to testing and evaluation

testing evidence

workplace documentation.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands such as literacy and the needs of particular groups.

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit may include, but are not limited to, a combination of:

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training programs

case studies

demonstration

feedback from supervisors and peers regarding the candidate's ability

observation

portfolios

projects

questioning

reviews or reports prepared by the candidate

scenarios

simulation or role plays.

Submission Requirements

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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

access/prepare information electronically or in hard copy

analyse and evaluate test evidence

apply risk management techniques

communicate with stakeholders using a range of communication styles to suit different audiences and purposes

detail requirements, write recommendations and monitoring plans requiring precision of expression

determine test outcomes

use management techniques related to testing that may be reasonably complex in terms of scope; degree of risk; environmental, political, cultural and social factors that apply; consequences of failure; degree of control

use management tools suited to the conduct of testing processes

Required Knowledge

legislation, organisational policies and procedures that may impact on the test and evaluation process

management tools suited to the conduct of testing processes

principles relating to the evaluation of testing processes

test and evaluation processes which may be reasonably complex in terms of scope; degree of risk; environmental, political, cultural and social factors that apply; consequences of failure; degree of control

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.

Testing evidence may include

Analogue logs

Audiovisual results

Digital logs

Electronic logs

Observations

Physical components/evidence

Qualitative statements

Statistical results

Organisations may include

Defence

Defence contractors and sub-contractors

Defence Materiel Organisation

Defence Science and Technology Organisation

International test agencies

Universities

Policy and procedures may include

Relevant commonwealth, state/territory and local legislation affecting organisation's administration such as:

financial management and accounting legislation and regulations

occupational health and safety legislation

public sector management acts

Government and organisational guidelines and procedures relating to:

delegation approvals

industrial agreements

procurement guidelines

resourcing

risk management

security

strategic or operational plans

technical and regulatory framework

testing and evaluation

training

Test plans may include

Acquisition strategies

Budget and financial management strategy

Contract management

Cost estimates

Evaluation criteria

Expected/measurable outcomes

Facilities

Functional performance specifications

Governance strategy

Implementation strategy

Inclusions and exclusions

Information/communication strategy

Intellectual property strategies

Milestones

Objectives

Occupational concept document

People plan including human resource management and human resource development

Performance criteria/indicators

Purpose

Quality assurance

Quality control

Quality standards

Rationale

Required resources

Resource management

Risk management

Roles and responsibilities

Safety criteria

Schedule/timeline

Specific equipment, instrumentation, and/or specialised facilities and required conditions

Task/work breakdown structure (WBS)

Test and evaluation master plan (TEMP) criteria

Test concept document

Testing control mechanisms

Testing deliverables and their acceptance criteria

Evaluation criteria may include

Detailed requirements determined in the planning phase of the test process

Go or no-go requirements

Pass fail statements

Rectification may include

Liaison with subject matter experts

Requirement for further analysis of test data

Management tools may include

Communications plan

Life cycle cost analysis

Logistics support analysis

Organisational testing governance framework

Recording systems - electronic and manual

Reporting framework

Risk analysis

Test and evaluation management software and other tools:

cost schedule control system

critical path method

Gantt and bar charts

program evaluation and review technique (PERT) charts

spreadsheets

Determining test outcomes may include

Cancellation of further testing

Changes to test and evaluation plans

Further testing

Success or failure of the test

Stakeholders may include

Clients or customers (internal and external)

End user/s

Functional areas

General public

Industry

Organisation's senior management

Other agencies

Other test facilities

Project teams

Relevant interest groups

Sponsor/funding bodies

Steering committee members

Supplier/service

Unions

Maintenance of records may include

Security requirements

Electronic storage

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
Testing evidence is identified in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan 
Evaluation criteria is determined in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan 
Testing evidence is accessed in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan 
Data relevance and accuracy is verified in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan 
Data errors are rectified in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan 
Evidence is assessed against estimations and expectations in accordance with evaluation criteria 
Trends in evidence are identified and the significance is detailed 
Data comparisons are conducted to determine the validity of outcomes in accordance with evaluation criteria 
Management tools are utilised in accordance with organisational procedures 
Test outcomes are determined in conjunction with stakeholders 
Test outcomes and reasons for them are recorded in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan 
Security and confidentiality of data is maintained in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements 
Results are reported in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan 
Records are maintained in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and test plan 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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