Produce meteorological data

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 DEFCA203B, 'Produce meteorological data'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Produce meteorological data' 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 for meteorological operation

1.1 Equipment is selected and checked for serviceability in accordance with standard procedures.

1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation in accordance with standard procedures with particular attention to the hazards associated with explosive gases.

1.3 Equipment is prepared as directed by supervisor.

2. Gather meteorological data

2.1 Weather balloon or other device is filled and launched in order to collect atmospheric information.

2.2 Surface data is collected using meteorological equipment.

2.3 Receiving equipment is operated in accordance with standard procedures.

2.4 All data is recorded in accordance with standard procedures.

3.Monitor and report meteorological information

3.1 Meteorological information is communicated as directed by supervisor.

3.2 Incoming data is monitored to identify changing conditions and any changes are reported to supervisor.

3.3 Meteorological equipment is maintained and/or refurbished in accordance with standard procedures.

3.4 Documentation and records are completed and maintained in accordance with standard procedures.


Qualifications and Skillsets

DEFCA203B appears in the following qualifications:

  • PUA42010 - Certificate IV in Public Safety (Explosive Ordnance Proof and Experimental)
  • PUA31606 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Artillery Operations)
  • DEF33212 - Certificate III in Military Land Operations
  • DEF42012 - Certificate IV in Explosive Ordnance Proof and Experimental
  • DEF31612 - Certificate III in Artillery Operations