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

MSL976006 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Evaluate and select appropriate test methods and/or procedures

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSL976006 - Evaluate and select appropriate test methods and/or procedures
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
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: Determine sample characteristics and testing requirements
  • Confirm drivers for evaluation and selection of test methods and/or procedures
  • Examine sample documentation and/or consult with sample supplier to determine nature of samples
  • Identify sample characteristics which may affect testing requirements
  • Determine testing requirements and their compatibility with existing workplace procedures
       
Element: Evaluate possible test methods and/or procedures
  • Identify appropriate standards, reference materials, test methods and/or procedures which may be applicable
  • Assess suitability of available standards, reference materials, test methods and/or procedures against testing requirements
  • Identify environmental and work health and safety (WHS) risks
  • Identify the need for specific equipment, instrumentation and/or specialised facilities
  • Estimate materials, personnel and possible training requirements
       
Element: Recommend appropriate test methods and/or procedures
  • Select appropriate test methodology consistent with testing requirements and resource availability
  • Identify any changes to procedures required prior to implementation of selected method and/or procedure
  • Recommend selected method and/or procedure to appropriate personnel and seek authorisation to proceed
       
Element: Confirm and document selected methods and/or procedures
  • Obtain standards and/or reference materials for the method and/or procedure
  • Conduct tests to verify the performance of the method and/or procedure, standards and reference materials
  • Analyse the measurements, considering accuracy, precision and estimations of uncertainties
  • Determine if legal traceability is required and develop appropriate chain of custody procedures
  • Document all safety, sample preparation, testing, data handling and reporting procedures
  • Submit all documentation to appropriate personnel for review and approval
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Confirm drivers for evaluation and selection of test methods and/or procedures 
Examine sample documentation and/or consult with sample supplier to determine nature of samples 
Identify sample characteristics which may affect testing requirements 
Determine testing requirements and their compatibility with existing workplace procedures 
Identify appropriate standards, reference materials, test methods and/or procedures which may be applicable 
Assess suitability of available standards, reference materials, test methods and/or procedures against testing requirements 
Identify environmental and work health and safety (WHS) risks 
Identify the need for specific equipment, instrumentation and/or specialised facilities 
Estimate materials, personnel and possible training requirements 
Select appropriate test methodology consistent with testing requirements and resource availability 
Identify any changes to procedures required prior to implementation of selected method and/or procedure 
Recommend selected method and/or procedure to appropriate personnel and seek authorisation to proceed 
Obtain standards and/or reference materials for the method and/or procedure 
Conduct tests to verify the performance of the method and/or procedure, standards and reference materials 
Analyse the measurements, considering accuracy, precision and estimations of uncertainties 
Determine if legal traceability is required and develop appropriate chain of custody procedures 
Document all safety, sample preparation, testing, data handling and reporting procedures 
Submit all documentation to appropriate personnel for review and approval 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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