Application
Not applicable.
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare raw data for electronic storage | 1.1 Data is coded and recorded in accordance with organisational and/or professional standards. |
2. Use software tools to collect and/or store data | 2.1 Computer technologies are used in accordance with organisational licensing, manufacturers' specifications and organisational procedures. 2.2 Software is used to collect, store and retrieve data in accordance with legislation, policy and guidelines. 2.3 Computer input/output is checked and verified by a suitable person. 2.4 Data is stored and retrieved in accordance with accepted standards with meta-data included. 2.5 Geographic Information System (GIS) and database tools are used to access and retrieve a range of data. |
3. Process raw data | 3.1 Data is validated in accordance with statistical standards. 3.2 GIS and spreadsheet tools are used to retrieve data and present it in a suitable format. 3.3 Spurious and/or inaccurate data is identified. 3.4 Data is made confidential according to standard operational and privacy procedures. |
4. Maintain records | 4.1 The management of the dataset is undertaken in accordance with accepted standards. 4.2 The design of long-term storage/archiving systems is effected in accordance with accepted standards. 4.3 Workplace processes are performed in accordance with relevant quality assurance standards. 4.4 Validation of data is undertaken to ensure accuracy and consistency of data in the dataset in accordance with statistical standards. |
Required Skills
This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Skill requirements Look for evidence that confirms skills in: applying legislation, regulations, policies and standards relating to statistical data processing using at least one database management tool using information technology, for example spreadsheets, databases accessing the Internet undertaking critical analysis and problem solving recordkeeping reading and interpreting information using numeracy skills for data analysis/validation responding to diversity, including gender and disability applying procedures relating to occupational health and safety and environment in the context of data processing |
Knowledge requirements Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of: legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to statistical data processing legislation and policies governing privacy and confidentiality statistical standards and classifications data processing concepts and systems workplace quality assurance standards management information policies equal employment opportunity, equity and diversity principles public sector legislation such as occupational health and safety and environment in the context of data processing |
Evidence Required
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package. | |
Units to be assessed together | Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to: PSPETHC501B Promote the values and ethos of public service PSPGOV503B Coordinate resource allocation and usage PSPGOV504B Undertake research and analysis PSPGOV520A Scope statistical data collection PSPGOV521A Collect statistical data PSPGOV523A Interrogate and analyse statistical data PSPGOV524A Interpret data and related statistics PSPLEGN501B Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector PSPPM502B Manage complex projects |
Overview of evidence requirements | In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms: the knowledge requirements of this unit the skill requirements of this unit application of Employability Skills as they relate to this unit statistical data processed in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time) |
Resources required to carry out assessment | These resources include: legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to statistical data processing technology and statistical tools case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when processing statistical data |
Where and how to assess evidence | Valid assessment of this unit requires: a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when processing statistical data, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine statistical data processed in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time) Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as: people with disabilities people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women young people older people people in rural and remote locations Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of: case studies demonstration portfolios projects questioning scenarios simulation or role plays authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses |
For consistency of assessment | Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments |
Range Statement
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here. | |
Software may include: | database tools spreadsheets web-based tools (online survey tools) statistical packages |
Legislation, policy and guidelines may include: | State/Territory and Commonwealth legislation and regulations such as: public sector management acts financial management acts privacy legislation equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination legislation occupational health and safety legislation ethics and accountability standards public sector standards risk management standards fraud control standards government security standards knowledge management standards organisational policy, procedures and protocols |
Management of the dataset may include: | updating of records maintenance of the security of records |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Competency Field
Working in Government.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Not applicable.