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 AHCSDT410A, 'Perform a seed vigour test'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Perform a seed vigour test' 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
1. Prepare for a seed vigour test | 1.1 Test request is reviewed to identify samples to be tested, required test methods and equipment. 1.2 Equipment and working space are cleaned and calibrated to enterprise standards. |
2. Receive and prepare samples | 2.1 Samples are logged using standard operating procedures (SOPs). 2.2 Sample description is recorded, compared with specification and discrepancies reported to supervisor. 2.3 Samples and standards are prepared in accordance with testing method requirements. 2.4 Traceability of samples from receipt to reporting of results is maintained. 2.5 If control samples are being used, ensure they are prepared according to enterprise guidelines (Reinstated MT). |
3. Check equipment before use | 3.1 Equipment/instruments are set up in accordance with test method requirements. 3.2 Pre-use and safety checks are performed in accordance with relevant enterprise and operating procedures. 3.3 Faulty or unsafe components and equipment are identified and reported to appropriate personnel. 3.4 Equipment calibration is checked using specified standards and procedures, if applicable. 3.5 Out of calibration equipment/instruments is quarantined. 3.6 Reagents required for the test are available and meet quality requirements. |
4. Conduct test | 4.1 The test method to be used is determined according to the type of seed or as requested by the person requesting the test. 4.2 Equipment is cleaned and maintained in a clean state as required by enterprise guidelines 4.3 A working sample is prepared and replicates using mixing and dividing processes according to enterprise guidelines. 4.4 Seed is prepared, placed and/or treated to suit test method requirements and enterprise guidelines. 4.5 Measurements are made with equipment and/or counting and results are recorded as determined by test method and enterprise guidelines. 4.6 A statement of specific variable is prepared and provided to accompany the results. |
5. Evaluate test results | 5.1 The number of seeds or seedlings with required characteristics in each replicate is counted. 5.2 The percentage of seed or seedlings with required characteristics in each replicate is calculated and average percentage across all replicates is determined. 5.3 Result of seed vigour test is reported to supervisor. |
6. Process and interpret data | 6.1 Test data is recorded noting atypical observations. 6.2 Results are recorded and reported in accordance with enterprise procedures. 6.3 Trends in data and/or results are interpreted and report out of specification or atypical results promptly to appropriate personnel. 6.4 Determine if obvious procedure or equipment problems have led to atypical data or results |
7. Maintain a safe work environment | 7.1 Established safe work practices and personal protective equipment are used to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel. 7.2 The generation of wastes and environmental impacts are minimised. 7.3 The safe collection of laboratory and hazardous waste for subsequent disposal is carried out. 7.4 Equipment and store equipment and reagents are cleaned and cared for as required. |
8. Maintain laboratory records | 8.1 Approved data is entered into laboratory information management system. 8.2 Confidentiality and security of enterprise information and laboratory data is maintained. 8.3 Equipment and calibration logs are maintained in accordance with enterprise procedures. |