Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to collect statistical information and interpret data in order to inform work processes.
This unit applies to individuals who are required to collect, interpret and record data to inform work. This typically includes plotting data on run charts and statistical process control (SPC) charts; and identifying trends and variations according to given limits.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Collect statistical information | 1.1 Identify data collection requirements and confirm with supervisor 1.2 Gather data using available collection equipment 1.3 Accurately record data to meet data collection requirements |
2. Interpret data | 2.1 Analyse data to identify variations and trends 2.2 Carry out calculations to determine unknown values 2.3 Determine corrective action requirements based on data 2.4 Document and store data according to workplace requirements |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill | Description |
Numeracy | Use statistical analysis techniques to calculate, compare and manipulate data |
Writing | Record data and present information in required format |
Get the work done | Make decisions based on analysis of available data Use manual and computer-based methods to interpret data and identify trends |
Sectors
Operational (OPR)