This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to carry out advanced calculations in the transport and logistics industry.

It includes identifying required calculations, applying advanced calculation in workplace tasks, preparing estimates, and interpreting graphical representations of mathematical information.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Identify required calculations

1.1

Nature of calculation required and items involved are determined

1.2

Tools required to perform calculations are identified and sourced

2

Apply advanced calculations in workplace tasks

2.1

Calculations involving fractions, percentages and mixed numbers, using the four basic processes, are performed as required to complete workplace tasks

2.2

Numerical information is checked and corrected for accuracy

3

Prepare estimates

3.1

Quantities of materials and resources required to complete work task are estimated and calculated accurately, using fractions, percentages and mixed numbers

3.2

Accurate estimates for work completion are made using fractions, percentages and mixed numbers

3.3

Working load limits (WLL) and safe working limits (SWL) of workplace equipment are calculated using advanced calculations

4

Interpret graphical representations of mathematical information

4.1

Information represented in symbols, diagrams and pictorial representations is recognised

4.2

Recognised information represented in symbols, diagrams and pictorial representations is interpreted and acted upon

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

calculating load limit

calculating mass and dimension of work function for job role using fractions, percentages and mixed numbers

completing documentation relating to work activities

estimating working load limits

interpreting and analysing a workplace mathematical symbol

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

making accurate estimates in a range of situations

modifying activities depending on operational contingencies and environments

operating and adapting to differences in equipment in accordance with operating procedures

reading complex dials and indicators, non-standard units of measurement, metric and imperial unit conversion, more advanced time estimates

reading complex legislative and regulatory requirements

using multiple pieces of mathematical information to perform complex mathematical processes

using ratios and proportion, and applying rates

working collaboratively with others

working systematically with required attention to detail.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

accurate estimates including:

damage

gradient

included angles

mechanical advantage

potential snapping path

resistance

rolling

advanced mathematical operations and techniques

advanced mathematical problems, and appropriate action and solutions

brackets, order, divide, multiply, add, subtract (BODMAS)

complex numeracy around job functions in transport and logistics

four basic calculations processes:

addition

division

multiplication

subtraction

methods of representing advanced and complex mathematical information from data collected

procedures for identifying and using relevant workplace technology when carrying out workplace calculations

relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) responsibilities

symbols, diagrams and pictorial representations including:

graphic representation within transport and logistics operations

pie charts

spreadsheets

working load limits (WLL) and safe working limits (SWL) including:

air cushion (shock absorber that uses an air chamber)

force (leverage)

horizontal winch pull

mass

vertical winch pull

winch pull (leverage) required for recovery.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.