This unit of competency supports the application of the use of technology, data interpretation and collation, and problem-solving and teamwork skills. The skills and knowledge acquired upon completion of this unit would support the needs of new employees in the spatial information services industry sector in positions such as data collection assistants and administrative assistants.

While no licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply holistically to this unit at the time of publication, relevant federal, and state or territory legislation, regulations and codes of practice impact upon this unit (see unit performance criteria and range statement).

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Operate computer.

1.1 Computer hardware and related equipment are used to produce a routine spatial data outcome according to organisational guidelines.

1.2 Keyboard and equipment are used to meet functional requirements in regard to speed and accuracy, and according to OHS requirements.

1.3 Skills and knowledge are updated to accommodate information technology requirements.

2Operate computer packages.

2.1 Appropriate software is used to produce the required outcome.

2.2 Documents are saved and stored in appropriate files.

2.3 Data is accessed, produced, manipulated and stored to meet the requirements of the task as specified by relevant personnel.

3Access and use support resources.

3.1 Online help is used to overcome basic difficulties with applications.

3.2 Manuals and training booklets are used to solve minor problems.

3.3 Legal and ethical requirements are adhered to according to organisational guidelines.

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

Required skills:

ability to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities

analytical skills in relation to a limited range of routine areas

communicate in a clear and concise manner in both written and verbal modes

computer skills

literacy skills to:

assess and use workplace information

interpret and understand basic legal, financial and procedural requirements

process workplace documentation

read and record data

research and access routine sources of spatial data

use basic workplace documents and user manuals

numeracy skills to:

accurately record and collate

undertake basic computations

organisational skills to:

manage files

prioritise daily activities

problem solving (basic)

spatial skills to:

apply appreciation of height, depth, breadth, dimension and position to basic virtual representation

apply understanding of height, depth, breadth, dimension and position to actual operational activity (basic)

understand virtual images.

Required knowledge and understanding:

OHS principles and responsibilities, such as ergonomic principles and practices to avoid muscle strain

operation of relevant software packages

organisational policies and guidelines (basic)

security management guidelines

spatial database operation (basic)

spatial data storage technology (basic)

technical terminology in relation to reading help files and prompts.

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example units CPPSIS2002A Assist in the collection of basic spatial data, and CPPSIS2003A Assist in the storage and retrieval of spatial data.

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:

organising own work load

taking directions

working in a team

using relevant information technology to perform routine work functions:

applying solutions to routine problems

accurate record keeping

organising own work load

performing a range of tasks where choice between a substantial range of options is required.

Specific resources for assessment

Resource implications for assessment include access to:

assessment instruments, including personal planner and assessment record book

assignment instructions, work plans and schedules, policy documents and duty statements

registered training provider of assessment services

relevant guidelines, regulations and codes of practice

suitable venue and equipment.

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

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

Context of assessment

Holistic: based on the performance criteria, evidence guide, range statement, and required skills and knowledge.

Method of assessment

Demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor (or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment).

Demonstrated competency in a range of situations, that may include customer/workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace.

Obtained by observing activities in the field and reviewing induction information. If this is not practicable, observation in realistic simulated environments may be substituted.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment requires that the clients' objectives and industry expectations are met. If the clients' objectives are narrowly defined or not representative of industry needs, it may be necessary to refer to portfolio case studies of a variety of spatial information services requirements to assess competency.

Oral questioning or written assessment and hypothetical situations (scenarios) may be used to assess underpinning knowledge (in assessment situations where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning or written assessment, questions are to be identical).

Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.

All practical demonstration must adhere to the safety and environmental regulations relevant to each State or Territory.

Where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (recognition of current competencies [RCC] or recognition of prior learning [RPL]), the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.

Assessment processes will be appropriate to the language and literacy levels of the candidate and any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and will reflect the requirements of the competency and the work being performed.

Computer hardware may include:

mobile devices such as personal digital assistants or data loggers

multimedia devices

networked systems

personal computers

printers and scanners.

Spatial data may include:

digital

hard copy

image

text

raster

vector.

Organisational guidelines may include:

code of ethics

company policy

legislation relevant to the work or service function, including equal employment opportunity (EEO)

manuals

OHS policies and procedures

personnel practices and guidelines outlining work roles and responsibilities.

Functional requirements refer to:

work deliverables.

OHS requirements may include:

Australian standards

identification of potential hazards

safety plan

safe use of:

computer equipment

mobile equipment

regulated equipment

screen-based equipment

workstations.

Appropriate software may include:

commercial software applications

communication packages and presentation functions

computer-aided design (CAD)

database

geographic information systems (GIS)

graphic

internet

organisational

remote sensing

surveying.

Appropriate files may include:

compact discs

diskettes

local hard disk drive

remote hard disk drive

USB storage devices

zip files.

Relevant personnel may include:

colleagues

staff or employee representatives

supervisors or line managers

suppliers

users.

Ethical requirements may include:

confidentiality

privacy.

Unit sector

Spatial information services

The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of employability skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged, will assist in identifying employability skills requirements.