This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate suitability of species as solutions for permaculture applications.

It requires knowledge of botany, zoology, ecology and climate science and the ability to research species in detail and make recommendations for a particular scenario. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.

This unit applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Element	Performance criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Research species in detail and assess for usefulness	1.1 Carry out research into species for use in the permaculture project 1.2 Assess the usefulness of species for the roles or functions required in the system 1.3 Document research and include photographs or illustrations for correct identification
2. Assess the needs of the permaculture system	2.1 Undertake a complex needs analysis of the permaculture system 2.2 Confirm that the species selected will provide the solutions needed 2.3 Undertake further research if needed
3. Recommend species as solutions for permaculture applications	3.1 Prepare a report recommending species as solutions to permaculture applications 3.2 Support the recommendations with evidence from the research 3.3 Explain species interactions and inter-relationships
4. Evaluate suitability of species in a permaculture design	4.1 Review the permaculture design once species are in place 4.2 Evaluate suitability of the species in the design 4.3 Re-assess any species that are not performing the function as expected 4.4 Research alternatives or additional species to support the function

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

research species for use in a permaculture project

assess the usefulness of species in a permaculture project

assess the needs of a permaculture system

recommend species as solutions for permaculture applications

evaluate the suitability of species in a permaculture design

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of permaculture related to needs of species and systems

botany and zoology fundamentals

research methodology

complex needs analysis

permaculture design strategies for species selection and inter-relationships

Comparative analysis techniques

Critical evaluation techniques for both written and graphic representations of permaculture design

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs. Assessors must also have a nationally accredited Certificate IV or Diploma of Permaculture. Completion of a Permaculture Design Course (PDC) or non-accredited Permaculture Diploma is not sufficient at this level.

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Element	Performance criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Research species in detail and assess for usefulness	1.1 Carry out research into species for use in the permaculture project 1.2 Assess the usefulness of species for the roles or functions required in the system 1.3 Document research and include photographs or illustrations for correct identification
2. Assess the needs of the permaculture system	2.1 Undertake a complex needs analysis of the permaculture system 2.2 Confirm that the species selected will provide the solutions needed 2.3 Undertake further research if needed
3. Recommend species as solutions for permaculture applications	3.1 Prepare a report recommending species as solutions to permaculture applications 3.2 Support the recommendations with evidence from the research 3.3 Explain species interactions and inter-relationships
4. Evaluate suitability of species in a permaculture design	4.1 Review the permaculture design once species are in place 4.2 Evaluate suitability of the species in the design 4.3 Re-assess any species that are not performing the function as expected 4.4 Research alternatives or additional species to support the function

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

research species for use in a permaculture project

assess the usefulness of species in a permaculture project

assess the needs of a permaculture system

recommend species as solutions for permaculture applications

evaluate the suitability of species in a permaculture design

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of permaculture related to needs of species and systems

botany and zoology fundamentals

research methodology

complex needs analysis

permaculture design strategies for species selection and inter-relationships

Comparative analysis techniques

Critical evaluation techniques for both written and graphic representations of permaculture design

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs. Assessors must also have a nationally accredited Certificate IV or Diploma of Permaculture. Completion of a Permaculture Design Course (PDC) or non-accredited Permaculture Diploma is not sufficient at this level.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Carry out research into species for use in the permaculture project
Assess the usefulness of species for the roles or functions required in the system
Document research and include photographs or illustrations for correct identification
Undertake a complex needs analysis of the permaculture system
Confirm that the species selected will provide the solutions needed
Undertake further research if needed
Prepare a report recommending species as solutions to permaculture applications
Support the recommendations with evidence from the research
Explain species interactions and inter-relationships
Review the permaculture design once species are in place
Evaluate suitability of the species in the design
Re-assess any species that are not performing the function as expected
Research alternatives or additional species to support the function

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