Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MSL973018 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare trial batches for evaluation

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSL973018 - Prepare trial batches for evaluation
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to prepare trial batches of materials for evaluation. Materials can include soil, minerals and manufactured products, such as concrete, asphalt, food, plastics, paint and other industrial chemicals.This unit applies to laboratory assistants working in all industry sectors. It describes work conducted by laboratory assistants, generally working under the guidance of a senior technician or laboratory supervisor/manager.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. However, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements for laboratory operations exist, so local requirements should be checked. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Testing
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Maintain records
  • Record data in accordance with established procedures
  • Maintain equipment records in accordance with established procedures
  • Maintain confidentiality of workplace information
       
Element: Prepare for trial batch mixing
  • Identify the job, materials, appropriate procedures and safety requirements
       
Element: Record description of the job to be undertaken, compare with specification and report any variations
       
Element: Select and prepare tools, equipment and materials in accordance with job requirements
       
Element: Confirm the properties and quantities of materials to be used
       
Element: Confirm that the required materials are available and ready for use
       
Element: Mix trial batch for evaluation
  • Measure out quantities of materials ready for mixing
       
Element: Mix the materials according to established procedures
       
Element: Discharge the mixture ready for inspection and testing according to established procedures
       
Element: Record details of the mix and any observations according to established procedures
       
Element: Evaluate properties of the mixture by inspection and standard test methods
  • Obtain representative samples of the mix for testing
       
Element: Use established procedures and metrology concepts to perform specified tests and calculations
       
Element: Handle and transport samples in accordance with established procedures
       
Element: Label samples and record details in accordance with established procedures
       
Element: Clean equipment and dispose of materials
  • Clean mixing, measuring, sampling and testing equipment after use
       
Element: Return unused materials to storage
       
Element: Dispose of excess materials safely and ethically
  • Record data in accordance with established procedures
       
Element: Maintain equipment records in accordance with established procedures
       
Element: Maintain confidentiality of workplace information
       
Element: Maintain a safe work environment
  • Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel
       
Element: Minimise the generation of wastes and environmental impacts
       
Element: Ensure safe disposal of laboratory and hazardous wastes
       
Element: Clean, care for and store equipment and reagents as required
       

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
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
Record data in accordance with established procedures 
Maintain equipment records in accordance with established procedures 
Maintain confidentiality of workplace information 
Identify the job, materials, appropriate procedures and safety requirements 
 
 
 
 
Measure out quantities of materials ready for mixing 
 
 
 
Obtain representative samples of the mix for testing 
 
 
 
Clean mixing, measuring, sampling and testing equipment after use 
 
Record data in accordance with established procedures 
 
 
Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel 
 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSL973018 - Prepare trial batches for evaluation
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