Interpret and report on catchment hydrology

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 AHCNRM504A, 'Interpret and report on catchment hydrology'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Collate and evaluate catchment information

1.1. Data collection priorities are determined in consultation with supervisor or team where appropriate.

1.2. Sources of information are used to access catchment information.

1.3. The accuracy and currency of information is evaluated and additional data requirements are identified.

1.4. Land uses within the catchment are identified.

1.5. Management units within the catchment are determined.

2. Analyse the hydrological processes of a catchment using available data

2.1. Natural ground and surface water processes within the catchment are analysed.

2.2. Man-made ground and surface water movement within a catchment are identified.

2.3. Man-made impacts on water quantity within the catchment are determined and analysed.

2.4. Appropriate representative sites for field surveys are identified for the collection of additional data where required.

3. Design and implement field surveys and assess findings

3.1. Objectives, locations and resource requirements for site assessments are determined in consultation with supervisor or team.

3.2. Physical entities and processes, including threats, within representative management units are assessed.

3.3. Site data is collected according to enterprise policies, practices and guidelines.

4. Report on catchment hydrology

4.1. A written overview on catchment hydrological behaviour is prepared, according to enterprise guidelines and templates.

4.2. A visual overview of catchment hydrological behaviour is presented to meet the needs of stakeholders.

4.3. Advice and guidance on remediation measures consistent with catchment management objectives is outlined.


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCNRM504A appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC51110 - Diploma of Conservation and Land Management