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

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in

carrying out research

using problem solving techniques

using technology for data input analysis and preparation of reports

interpreting and preparing reports containing scientific research information using a range of communication styles to suit different audiences and purposes

responding to diversity including gender and disability

presenting research results tailored to different audiences such as local industryscientific audience

applying occupational health and safety and environmental requirements to working in a scientifictechnological research environment

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of

a range of applicable research methodologies

scientific process

statistics working knowledge

specialist area of expertise

reporting requirements for scientifictechnological research requiring precision of expression and using a range of communication styles to suit different audiences and purposes

public sector standards legislation and organisational code of practice as they relate to work in a scientific researchtechnological environment

public sector legislation including environmental and occupational health and safety requirements relating to scientifictechnological research

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor Performance Criteria the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package

Units to be assessed together

Prerequisite units that must be achieved prior to this unitNil

Corequisite units that must be assessed with this unitNil

Coassessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include but are not limited to

PSPETHCB Uphold the values and principles of public service

PSPETHC301B Uphold the values and principles of public service

PSPGOVB Work effectively in the organisation

PSPGOV301B Work effectively in the organisation

PSPGOVB Contribute to workgroup activities

PSPGOV302B Contribute to workgroup activities

PSPGOVB Organise workplace information

PSPGOV307B Organise workplace information

PSPLEGNB Comply with legislation in the public sector

PSPLEGN301B Comply with legislation in the public sector

PSPOHSA Contribute to workplace safety

PSPOHS301A Contribute to workplace safety

Overview of evidence requirements

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria look for evidence that confirms

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework

scientifictechnological research conducted in a range of or more contexts or occasions over time

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include

legislation procedures guidelines and protocols

research guidelines and methodologies relating to scientifictechnological research

industry information

risk management strategies relating to scientifictechnological research

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture a range of different research situations

Where and how to assess evidence

Valid assessment of this unit requires

a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when undertaking scientifictechnological research including coping with difficulties irregularities and breakdowns in routine

scientifictechnological research conducted in a range of or more contexts or occasions over time

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands such as literacy and the needs of particular groups such as

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include but are not limited to a combination of or more of

demonstration

observation

portfolios

projects

questioning

authenticated evidence from the workplace andor training courses

For consistency of assessment

Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments

Other researcher/s may include:

Current information may include:

Research methods may include:

Analytical techniques may include:

Resources may include:

Sourcing resources may include:

Documented may include:

Provision of results may include: