Collect and preserve biological samples

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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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 AHCNAR302, 'Collect and preserve biological samples'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Collect and preserve biological samples' 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

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Plan for collection

1.1 Confirm the purpose of sampling

1.2 Confirm sampling schedule with manager

1.3 Confirm sampling site location and obtain approval for site access

1.4 Identify samples to be collected and preserved

1.5 Organise equipment required for biological sampling and preserving

1.6 Assess range of likely operating conditions, hazards and sensitive environments for impact on sampling and testing

1.7 Identify work health and safety policies and procedures for sampling tasks, including required personal protective equipment

2. Prepare equipment and resources

2.1 Obtain equipment required for sampling and preserving

2.2 Check equipment for availability and serviceability

2.3 Clean and sanitise equipment where necessary to maintain integrity of samples and biosecurity of area

2.4 Collect data or record sheets necessary for task

2.5 Move equipment, data sheets and personnel to sampling sites without injury or damage and prepare for use

3. Carry out biological sampling and preserving procedures

3.1 Collect samples in accordance with sampling plan

3.2 Apply environmental sustainability and biosecurity practices to collection processes

3.3 Preserve and record samples in accordance with sampling standards and guidelines

3.4 Prepare, package and send samples for external analysis in accordance with sampling schedule and laboratory standards

3.5 Make specific and general observations on relevant ambient and antecedent environmental conditions

3.6 Operate equipment and undertake work in accordance with work health and safety requirements

3.7 Report and deliver collection outcomes, including presentation of samples, according to enterprise guidelines

4. Complete collection of biological sampling activities

4.1 Clean, sanitise, repair and store equipment and clothing

4.2 Repair damaged or malfunctioning equipment

4.3 Record site sampling results and observations on data sheets

4.4 Report changes in field conditions and equipment to supervisor


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCNAR302 appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC31610 - Certificate III in Lands, Parks and Wildlife
  • AHC31410 - Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management
  • AHC31710 - Certificate III in Natural Area Restoration
  • SFI30311 - Certificate III in Seafood Industry (Environmental Management Support)
  • PUA33112 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Biosecurity Response Operations)
  • AHC30416 - Certificate III in Pork Production
  • AHC31416 - Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management
  • AHC31716 - Certificate III in Natural Area Restoration
  • AHC31616 - Certificate III in Lands, Parks and Wildlife

And the skillsets: