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 CPPSEC3021A, 'Maintain and use security database'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Maintain and use security database' 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 |
1Prepare to use security database. | 1.1 Applicable provisions of legislative and organisational requirements relevant to operating a security database are identified and complied with. 1.2 Ergonomic and conservation issues are identified and appropriate risk control measures implemented in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines. 1.3 Appropriate software and hardware is identified to meet task requirements and installed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. 1.4 Virus protection is monitored, maintained regularly updated to ensure the continuous integrity and protection of data. 1.5 Database storage, security and access requirements are identified and complied with to ensure the confidentiality and security of data. 1.6 Established housekeeping, maintenance and back-up procedures are identified and conducted on a routine basis. 1.7 Stand-by database and alternative strategies are identified and implemented as required to address operational faults and deficiencies in database systems. |
2Use security database. | 2.1 Data entry, output and presentation requirements are identified and complied with in accordance with assignment instructions. 2.2 Data is obtained from verifiable sources, checked and monitored for variations in data quality. 2.3 Data is entered, checked for accuracy and updated as required. 2.4 Errors and lags in data processing or discrepancies are identified, diagnosed and reported. 2.5 Complex faults or repair requirements outside area of responsibility or competence are reported for specialist assistance. 2.6 Measures to improve database content, interfaces or effectiveness are identified and confirmed with relevant persons. |
3Compile reports. | 3.1 Reports are prepared in a timely manner using appropriate formats and presentation methods. 3.2 Reports are produced using relevant data and are reviewed and checked for accuracy. 3.3 Constructive feedback to improve and maintain security database systems is received and used to inform future practice. 3.4 Procedures for the safe storage and protection of data are identified and complied with in accordance with organisational procedures. 3.5 Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained with due regard to confidentiality in accordance with organisational procedures. |