This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required skills

communication skills to

determine the software requirements of a spatial project

discuss software issues effectively with colleagues

impart knowledge and ideas through oral written and visual means

seek assistance and expert advice

literacy skills to

assess and use workplace information

interpret user manuals and help functions

process workplace documentation

read record data and write technical reports

research and access routine sources of spatial data

numeracy skills to

enter simple formulas into spreadsheets

undertake computations

spatial skills to solve basic problems relating to height depth breadth dimension direction and position in operational activity and virtual representation

technology skills to

operate a personal computer PC and printer

operate a keyboard to enter text and numerical data

use software packages

Required knowledge

features and functions of commercial software packages

import and export software functions

OHS principles and responsibilities for ergonomics such as those relating to work periods and breaks

procedures for the use of input and output devices

procedures for linking documents

purpose use and functions of applications

software packages used by the organisation

spatial practices relating to using software

technical terminology relating to reading help files and responding to system help

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of

producing spatial documents using selected methodology and software packages

using help manuals and online help

applying knowledge of software packages to spatial tasks

Specific resources for assessment

Resource implications for assessment include access to

assessment instruments including personal planner and assessment record book

assignment instructions work plans and schedules policy documents and duty statements

registered training provider of assessment services

relevant guidelines regulations and codes of practice

suitable venue and equipment

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required

Where applicable physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities

Context of assessment

Holistic based on the performance criteria evidence guide range statement and required skills and knowledge

Method of assessment

Demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment

Demonstrated competency in a range of situations which may include customerworkplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace

Obtained by observing activities in the field and reviewing induction information If this is not practicable observation in realistic simulated environments may be substituted

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment requires that the clients objectives and industry expectations are met If the clients objectives are narrowly defined or not representative of industry needs it may be necessary to refer to portfolio case studies of a variety of SIS requirements to assess competency

Oral questioning or written assessment and hypothetical situations scenarios may be used to assess underpinning knowledge in assessment situations where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning or written assessment questions are to be identical

Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors team leaders or specialist training staff

All practical demonstration must adhere to the safety and environmental regulations relevant to each State or Territory

Objectives may include:

Software application may include:

Spatial may include:

Control structures may include:

Technical functions, other data and formatting may include:

Organisational guidelines may include: