Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to measure quantities in standard units and carry out basic calculations involving these quantities.
It applies to individuals who wish to develop their basic numeracy skills in support of them entering or working in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts industry. Skill development at this level will generally require assistance from a support person.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Select appropriate measurement method | 1.1 Confirm measurement requirements 1.2 Determine correct unit of quantity related to measurement requirements 1.3 Select appropriate measuring equipment |
2. Obtain measurements | 2.1 Identify and use measuring technique appropriate to task 2.2 Take accurate measurements |
3. Carry out simple calculations with measurements | 3.1 Determine information to be calculated according to requirements 3.2 Complete calculations involving quantities, using the appropriate mathematical operation 3.3 Check accuracy of calculations 3.4 Communicate and record information as required, including appropriate use of symbols for units of measurement |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
apply problem-solving skills to measurement and calculation requirements and information
measure quantities accurately using appropriate measuring equipment
record measurements and calculations using appropriate symbols for units of measurement
apply simple mathematical operations:
addition
subtraction
multiplication
division
complete basic calculations using ‘in the head’ method and pen and paper
use a calculator or digital tool to complete basic calculations.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
identify the correct measuring equipment related to a unit or quantity
read numbers, including fractions and decimals
explain the use of the decimal point
list metric units of measurement relevant to own work
recognise common mathematical symbols used in mathematical operations and related to units of measurement.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:
measuring equipment
a calculator and/or digital tools
culturally appropriate processes and techniques suited to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Writing | 3.4 | Produces text using simple conventions |
Numeracy | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 | Identifies and comprehends relevant information Selects and uses a range of measurement techniques and equipment to make accurate measurements Uses formal and informal oral and written mathematical language and representation to communicate measurements and calculations |
Interact with others | 1.1, 3.1, 3.4 | Identifies the main mathematical information from oral and written communication Uses appropriate vocabulary and symbols |
Get the work done | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 | Plans and implements routine measurements Makes decisions in familiar measurement situations Applies standard solutions to problem solving and reviews outcomes to check for accuracy Uses the main functions of common digital tools to complete measurement and calculation tasks |
Sectors
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts