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 AHCPGD301A, 'Implement a plant establishment program'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Implement a plant establishment program' 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. Prepare to establish a planted area | 1.1. The planting site, planting methods and plant species and cultivars are identified according to the site plan. 1.2. Materials, tools, equipment and machinery are selected according to planted area design requirements. 1.3. Pre-operational and safety checks are carried out on tools, equipment and machinery according to manufacturers' specifications. 1.4. Site hazards are identified, risks assessed and risk controls implemented. 1.5. Suitable safety and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected, used, maintained and stored. 1.6. A clean and safe work area is maintained throughout and on completion of work. |
2. Prepare the planting area | 2.1. Layout of services is recognised, depths checked against the site plan, and discrepancies are reported to the supervisor and the relevant authority. 2.2. Earthworks are undertaken according to documented work procedures. 2.3. Additives are selected and applied, as required, according to site conditions. 2.4. The planting site is watered, where required, according to the planting method and enterprise work procedures. 2.5. Positions of plants are marked out on site according to the plant establishment program. 2.6. Debris and pollutants are removed from the site and disposed of in an environmentally aware and safe manner. |
3. Undertake planting operation | 3.1. All plants are inspected for health, vigour and well established root systems prior to being planted. 3.2. Plants with major defects are returned to the supplier or set aside to be returned. 3.3. Plants with minor defects are trimmed or treated to maintain health and vigour. 3.4. Plants are planted with appropriate spacings as detailed in the plant establishment program. 3.5. Planting methods comply with the growing requirements of individual plant species and cultivars. 3.6. Newly installed plants are provided with post-planting care. 3.7. Pruning is undertaken, where necessary, according to the needs of the species and cultivar to ensure plants develop a sound framework for their growth and habit. |
4. Review the plant establishment works | 4.1. The plant establishment program is reviewed according to enterprise work procedures. 4.2. Plants incorrectly planted, or situations that will prevent plants from reaching their full potential are identified, recorded and reported. 4.3. Remedial action is undertaken to ensure all requirements of the plant establishment program are implemented. |
5. Complete establishment works | 5.1. Earthworks and surface finishes are completed to plan specifications. 5.2. Waste material is removed from the planting site. 5.3. Work outcomes are recorded and reported to the client or appropriate supervisor. |