Application
This unit describes the skills required to compile a report on a test and evaluation process. It includes determining the report structure and presenting results.
This unit was developed for Defence test and evaluation workers, but is applicable to any individuals who work in this field.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would 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. They would perform complex tasks in a range of contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Determine report structure | 1.1 Collate input from stakeholders and test participants. 1.2 Analyse and select most appropriate communication means. 1.3 Select report structure and format. 1.4 Select categories and logical sequences of data, information and knowledge to achieve report objectives. 1.5 Develop overview of report structure and content. |
2. Draft report | 2.1 Collate, interpret and summarise data, information and knowledge to prepare text that satisfies report purposes and objectives. 2.2 Maintain security and confidentiality of data. 2.3 Include multimedia as appropriate to report purposes and objectives. 2.4 Identify and action gaps in required data and information. 2.5 Use language and writing styles appropriate to audience and that clearly reports purposes and objectives. 2.6 Use appropriate software to apply design elements to texts that satisfies report purposes and objectives. 2.7 Circulate draft report for comment to stakeholders and test participants. |
3. Prepare and distribute final report | 3.1 Incorporate amendments from comments. 3.2 Check grammar, spelling, punctuation and style for accuracy. 3.3 Approve report by stakeholders. 3.4 Produce and distribute report. |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.
using application software suited to the reporting of testing processes
using communication techniques related to reporting on 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
using public relations strategies to promote and gain endorsement
Evidence of Knowledge
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
application software tools suited to the reporting of testing processes
approval processes
communication processes
legislation, organisational policy and procedures that may impact on the test and evaluation process
principles relating to the reporting phase 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
Assessment Conditions
Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Foundation Skills
The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit.
Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.
Competency Field
Testing