List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Determine job requirements | 1.1 | Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) |
| 1.2 | Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times |
| 1.3 | Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs |
| 1.4 | Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions |
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2 | Prepare to operate computing technology | 2.1 | Identify computing technology relevant to work role and its impact on work role and workplace outcomes |
| 2.2 | Identify appropriate computing technology that is suitable for performing work tasks |
| 2.3 | Identify information/data that needs to be accessed, input or stored and the source of information/data |
| 2.4 | Identify key features of technology, ergonomic conditions and procedures for start-up and shutdown |
| 2.5 | Identify relevant software application menus, functions and commands to locate, input or store information/data |
| 2.6 | Identify skills required for software application and source training or support from appropriate personnel if required |
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3 | Access information or data | 3.1 | Navigate relevant software application menus, functions and commands to locate information/data |
| 3.2 | Follow workplace procedures to retrieve information/data |
| 3.3 | Manipulate data/information, as required, including numerical operations |
| 3.4 | Check information/data to confirm it meets work requirements |
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4 | Input and store information or data | 4.1 | Use relevant software menus, functions and commands to enter/input and manipulate information/data |
| 4.2 | Enter, remove or change data or information, as required |
| 4.3 | Save information or data and store in a file structure according to workplace requirements |
| 4.4 | Follow procedures for shutting down, logging off and exiting computing technology |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include:
reading and following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safe work practices
accessing and using computer technology and navigating at least two (2) software applications relevant to work role
entering, retrieving and manipulating data using appropriate software applications
using technology according to ergonomic practices
using numerical operations
navigating relevant software application menus, functions and commands to locate, input or store information/data to match work role
identifying impact of computer technology on work role
saving information or data and storing in a file structure according to workplace requirements.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
functions and capabilities of computing technology used in the work role
impact of technology use on the work role
functions of software applications:
word processing
spreadsheets
databases
email programs
internet browsers
publication
design
specialised programs
quality standards and practices
file structure and storage
types and sources of data
manuals and instructional material
ergonomic practices
impact of technology on work operations
workplace procedures
recording and reporting practices.
Assessors must:
satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment, as set by the VET regulator
have vocational competency in operating computer technology in a TCF workplace, at least to the level being assessed, with relevant industry knowledge and experience.
Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.
The unit is applicable to all TCF sectors and assessment must ensure it is delivered to suit the industry it is being applied to.