Assist in the preparation, construction, operation and maintenance of a field water point

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Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
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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
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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 DEFCA319, 'Assist in the preparation, construction, operation and maintenance of a field water point'.
Google Links
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Locate a supply of water

1.1 A water supply within a designated area is located.

1.2 Water is collected and tested for compliance with quality standards in accordance with standard procedures.

1.3 Water sources are assessed for suitability to be used for collection, treatment and storage.

1.4 The suitability of the water as a source of supply is determined and if approved, the site isprepared.

2. Prepare a field waterpoint

2.1 Personal protective equipment is selected and worn in accordance with standard procedures.

2.2 Equipment, tools and materials are selected and checked for serviceability and any faults are reported to the supervisor.

2.3 Local utility assets such as water, electricity and gas pipelines are located and marked to prevent damage, and liaison is undertaken with local authorities as required.

2.4 Waterpoint chemicals are correctly handled, prepared, tested and stored in accordance with standard procedures and any faults are reported to the supervisor.

2.5 When mechanical excavation equipment is required, contact with appropriate agencies is established and maintained to facilitate construction activities.

2.6 Manual or mechanical equipment is used, where required, to construct the waterpoint and to compact/backfill the site in accordance with standard procedures.

2.7 Structures such as water towers and storage tanks are constructed/established, as required, in accordance with standard procedures.

2.8 Field water supply equipment and accessories are assembled, operated and maintained in accordance with standard procedures.

3. Operate a waterpoint to produce potable water

3.1 Potable water is produced, stored and distributed in accordance with standard procedures.

3.2 Water treatment and testing equipment is calibrated, serviced, operated and maintained in accordance with standard procedures.

3.3 Water samples are collected and tested in accordance with standard procedures.

3.4 Chemicals are used in accordance with standard procedures.

3.5 Information related to chemical supply, usage and disposal is recorded in accordance with standard procedures.

3.6 Process and performance data is collected, recorded, maintained and reported in accordance with standard procedures.

3.7 Equipment is inspected and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and standard procedures.

4. Refurbish waterpoint site

4.1 Work site is restored to normal, when required, in accordance with standard procedures.

4.2 Chemicals are disposed of in accordance with standard procedures.


Qualifications and Skillsets

DEFCA319 appears in the following qualifications:

  • DEF33112 - Certificate III in Military Land Engineering