Required skills

analytical skills to research analyse and present information

communication skills to consult with stakeholders

literacy skills to

read and evaluate complex and formal documents such as legislation and technical reports

prepare written reports and other documentation requiring precision of expression and language and structures suited to the intended audience

safety awareness skills to implement enterprise occupational health and safety OHS policy and procedures

technical skills to

quantify sustainability objectives targets achievements and measures

use relevant systems and procedures to aid in the achievement of ICT sustainability

Required knowledge

energy efficiency and alternative energy sources

hazard identification and control

industry standards

IT

hardware

interfacing

networking

software

legislation framework underpinning sustainability

policy development processes and practices

principles practices and available tools and techniques of sustainability management in the ICT industry

relevant ISO standards

sustainability from a local national and international perspective

sustainability including ecological economic and social issues

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

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the ability to

analyse patterns of ICT use

develop policy that complies with regulatory requirements

develop a workable implementation strategy

formulate solutions to reduce ICTbased emissions

develop measurable criteria for reviewing improvement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to reference materials resources and equipment updated regularly to meet rapid changes to technology

relevant reports

government

Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change IPCC

scientific

conference papers

vendor white papers

resources tools and networking equipment

suitable hardware and software

suitable bandwidth for internet connections

relevant legislation and regulations

manufacturers technical specifications

relevant ISO standards

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

direct observation of the candidate formulating and carrying out sustainability measures in operations

review of analyses and solutions developed by the candidate

review of monitoring and evaluations completed by the candidate

oral or written questioning to assess required knowledge

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

ICTSUSA Use ICT to improve sustainability outcomes

ICTSUS7235A Use ICT to improve sustainability outcomes.

Aboriginal people and other people from a nonEnglish speaking background may have second language issues

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

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the oral communication skill level and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency

Where applicable physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs

ICT devices may include:

Infrastructure may include:

Software may include:

Asset management may include:

Best practice information may be found in:

Sustainability impacts may include:

Life cycle management may include:

Industry standards and benchmarks may include:

Stakeholders may include:

Strategies may include:

Alternative energy sources may include:

Sustainability may include: