Manage landscape projects

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver AHCLSC502A, 'Manage landscape projects'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Manage landscape projects' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Identify issues relating to the landscape project

1.1. The goals and objectives of the project are identified and discussed with the client and/or management.

1.2. Landscape documentation is analysed to determine the nature and scope of the project.

1.3. Potential constraints to the success of the project are identified.

1.4. The environmental impact of the proposed landscape project works is considered at this stage.

1.5. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed and controls implemented.

2. Maintain effective client liaison

2.1. Responsibilities of all parties involved in the project are clarified according to the contract.

2.2. Procedures to vary the contract are clarified to the satisfaction of all parties involved in the project.

2.3. Emergency procedures are identified to the satisfaction of all parties involved in the project according to contract terms and conditions.

2.4. Communication obligations in respect of the work program are established according to contractual obligations and sound business practice.

3. Develop work schedule

3.1. Work schedules and timelines of operations are identified and documented in a form that is accessible and understandable to all relevant personnel.

3.2. Resources required for the landscape project are identified according to the contract and landscape design.

3.3. Quantity, quality and timing of supply of each input and service are identified and documented.

3.4. Key performance outcomes and indicators are established to measure performance of all operations and personnel.

4. Manage contractors

4.1. Standard contracts are prepared for specific works in line with the landscape design and contract.

4.2. Progress of works against contract is monitored according to enterprise standards.

4.3. Variations are identified, negotiated, implemented and recorded.

4.4. Non-conforming elements of the contract are identified, rectified and recorded.

4.5. Progress payments and final payments are initiated according to the terms of contract.

5. Submit works for hand over

5.1. Site inspection is undertaken with relevant personnel at completion of works and prior to hand over according to enterprise guidelines.

5.2. All items below specification are noted, recorded and rectified according to enterprise guidelines and contract terms and conditions.


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCLSC502A appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC51010 - Diploma of Sports Turf Management
  • AHC50610 - Diploma of Landscape Design
  • AHC50710 - Diploma of Parks and Gardens Management
  • AHC50410 - Diploma of Horticulture