Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Scope project with supervisor

1.1

Clarify project aim, objectives and timeframe

1.2

Identify intended outcomes, key stakeholders, drivers and likely constraints

1.3

Identify key activities, milestones and resources required to achieve deliverables on time

1.4

Agree on performance indicators to monitor project progress and acceptance criteria for deliverables

2

Write project plan in consultation with supervisor

2.1

Read and interpret legislation, standards, codes, procedures and workplace requirements

2.2

Locate and read background information to inform the development of project methodology

2.3

Analyse risks for all aspects of project work

2.4

Develop strategies for conducting the project, including alternative measurement methods

2.5

Outline feasible and measurable project objectives, selected methodology, outputs and the roles and responsibilities of participants

2.6

Develope integration and sequencing of tasks as part of optimising work breakdown structure

2.7

Write and present draft project plan and work schedule to supervisor for review and approval

3

Review project methodology

3.1

Conduct trials to refine methodology and provide proof of concept

3.2

Troubleshoot equipment and methodology problems and develop and test solutions in consultation with supervisor

3.3

Modify draft project plan

3.4

Document all accepted and rejected ideas or prototypes from trials

3.5

Communicate plan to other participants

4

Execute project plan and analyse outcomes

4.1

Execute project activities in accordance with plan

4.2

Safely operate measurement equipment and instruments in accordance with manufacturer requirements, test methods and workplace procedures

4.3

Obtain data using specified methods and in accordance with safety and legislative, regulatory and workplace requirements

4.4

Record and store data in agreed formats

4.5

Recognise anomalous results and investigate causes

4.6

Evaluate data using specified quality criteria and reference materials

4.7

Use mathematical, statistical and graphical methods and software to analyse and present results

4.8

Report results using the appropriate accuracy, precision and units

5

Finalise project

5.1

Provide progress reports and project outputs on time and at the required quality standard

5.2

Evaluate the project process and outputs in comparison with the project objectives and performance criteria

5.3

Identify any issues and opportunities for improvement

5.4

Write project reports containing the required information and using the agreed style, voice and format

5.5

Complete and store all project documentation

5.6

Present final report of project process and outcomes to supervisor