Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- Assessment Template
- generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
- Assessment Matrix
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- Observation Checklist
- create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)
- Self Assessment Survey
- A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
- Moodle Outcomes
- Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
- Registered Training Organisations
- Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver MSFFDM5007, 'Develop, trial and evaluate prototypes'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Develop, trial and evaluate prototypes' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
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. Develop prototype or sample specifications | 1.1 Identify and analyse purpose and outline requirements for prototype or sample from design concepts or customer requirements 1.2 Research and identify materials suitable to match design concepts or customer requirements 1.3 Research and identify appropriate construction requirements and methods for materials to be used 1.4 Research and identify ergonomic requirements from design concepts or customer requirements and in accordance with principles of ergonomic design 1.5 Prepare and document detailed prototype or sample design specifications, including drawings as required, following industry best-practice methods |
2. Plan for prototype construction | 2.1 Verify that purpose of prototype or sample is reflected in plans and drawings 2.2 Verify materials specifications and compatibility for item from prototype or sample documentation 2.3 Verify construction requirements and methods including equipment for materials being used 2.4 Prepare work plan for item, including construction stages or steps, checkpoints for measurements and tests, assembly methods, and work health and safety considerations, in accordance with workplace procedures 2.5 Clean and clear a suitable work area for prototype or sample production 2.6 Ensure required materials and other items are available and ready for use 2.7 Ensure jigs and other construction aids are identified and where required adjusted to suit work |
3. Produce the prototype | 3.1 Follow work plan to construct the prototype or sample, referencing any sketches and other job specifications 3.2 Conduct checks at the identified points and in accordance with workplace procedures 3.3 Identify, document and implement any required modifications to design and plan within workplace procedures 3.4 Perform initial inspection of prototype or sample to ensure it is fit for purpose 3.5 Ensure learnings from prototype construction are referred back to development personnel |
4. Finalise the work sequence | 4.1 Prepare prototype or sample for finishing in accordance with design specification 4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications 4.3 Clean and clear work area, including applying waste management strategies in accordance with workplace procedures 4.4 Complete workplace documentation, including recommendations for optimisation of prototype or sample brief or work plan |
5. Trial and evaluate the prototype | 5.1 Develop, specify and document trial objectives and processes in accordance with industry best-practice methods 5.2 Ensure personnel involved in trial and evaluation are prepared for their responsibilities and functions 5.3 Prepare and certify trial equipment, tools and materials prior to use in accordance with relevant specifications and workplace procedures 5.4 Conduct prototype or sample trials and capture or record results in accordance with trial specifications 5.5 Evaluate results of trial including longevity of product and make recommendations for production in accordance with procedures |