Manage a civil works project

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 LGAWORK404A, 'Manage a civil works project'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Manage a civil works project' 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. Evaluate and assess the project

1.1. A site evaluation is organised and undertaken to determine scope of project.

1.2. Work scope, desired outcomes and key dates are identified and recorded according to relevant legislation and standards .

1.3. Required resources are identified and their availability is determined.

2. Plan and document the project

2.1. Tasks associated with the project are identified and documented.

2.2. The preparation of technical specifications is coordinated and managed to completion within the required time frame.

2.3. An overview plan is prepared, distributed and reviewed by key stakeholders.

2.4. Contingency plans are developed to ensure that delays in completing the project are addressed as early as possible.

2.5. Effective and efficient communication strategies are developed and documented to meet the needs of project stakeholders and service providers.

3. Prepare for project implementation

3.1. A workforce with required numbers and skills is established and fully briefed as to job requirements and planned time frame.

3.2. Priorities are organised to ensure agreed time frame is met.

3.3. Resources are ordered and arrangements are initiated to ensure delivery to site in accordance with planned time frame.

3.4. Project plan and schedule are drawn up, reviewed and amended where necessary.

4. Implement the project plan

4.1. A workforce with required numbers and skills is established and fully briefed as to job requirements and planned time frame.

4.2. Priorities are organised to ensure agreed time frame is met.

4.3. Resources are ordered and arrangements are initiated to ensure delivery to site in accordance with planned time frame.

4.4. Project plan and schedule are drawn up, reviewed and amended where necessary.

5. Monitor the project

5.1. Project is regularly reviewed against project plan in relation to safety, quality, resources, time frames, costs and equipment.

5.2. Deviations from the project plan are identified and actions are taken to recover original project program.

5.3. Deviations from original program requirements are reported to the appropriate personnel and direction is sought where necessary.

6. Complete documentation

6.1. Quality assurance documents and reports are provided in accordance with statutory, organisation or site requirements.

6.2. Plant and maintenance records are maintained in accordance with occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements.

6.3. Project completion is reviewed against the established plan and opportunities for future improvement are established and documented.

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Qualifications and Skillsets

LGAWORK404A appears in the following qualifications:

  • LGA40404 - Certificate IV in Local Government (Operational Works)
  • NWP40107 - Certificate IV in Water Operations
  • UEP50212 - Diploma of ESI Generation (Operations)