Unit of competency Outline
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Develop client user interface
Develop client user interface
Unit of competency
National Code
ICAA4051B
ICAA4051B
State Code
D0003
D0003
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/11/2007
Field of Education
020305 - Systems Analysis And Design
Original Release Date
29/11/2007
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit defines the competency required to design and document a client user interface that integrates with front end applications.The following units are linked and form an appropriate cluster:ICAA4041C Determine and confirm client business expectations and needsICAA4047B Determine project specifications and secure client agreementNo licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare design for interface
- 1.1. Review requirements and other documentation to determine user needs
- 1.2. Investigate system environment to determine the impact of user interface design
- 1.3. Review organisational goals to ensure consistency with organisational styles
- 1.4. Define data query and report formats for the user interface design where appropriate
- 1.5. Document needs and findings and obtain approval for the proposed interface from the appropriate person
2. Design and document user interface
- 2.1. Design menu structures according to requirements and acceptance criteria and following design principles
- 2.2. Design screen dialogues according to requirements and acceptance criteria and following design principles
- 2.3. Design batch procedures where appropriate to technical specifications and acceptance criteria
- 2.4. Design on-line help and tutorials for the prototype following design principles
- 2.5. Document prototype according to organisational goals
- 2.6. Submit prototype to appropriate person for sign-off
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
business
system
application
network
people in the organisation
change management plans
project management plans
current systems design plans
business strategic plans
business policies customer feedback
business performance data
a person within a department
a department within the organisation
a third party
network
application
software
business
computers
financial system
management system
information system
work environment
problem solution processes
preventative maintenance and diagnostic policy
roles and technical responsibilities in the IT department
vendor and product service-level support agreements
supervisor
teacher
authorised business representative
client
timeframe
cost implications
technical
logistical considerations
user compatibility
product compatibility
task compatibility
workflow compatibility
consistency
familiarity
simplicity
flexibility
responsiveness
invisible technology
robustness
protection
ease of learning
business
system
application
network
people in the organisation
change management plans
project management plans
current systems design plans
business strategic plans
business policies customer feedback
business performance data
a person within a department
a department within the organisation
a third party
network
application
software
business
computers
financial system
management system
information system
work environment
problem solution processes
preventative maintenance and diagnostic policy
roles and technical responsibilities in the IT department
vendor and product service-level support agreements
supervisor
teacher
authorised business representative
client
timeframe
cost implications
technical
logistical considerations
user compatibility
product compatibility
task compatibility
workflow compatibility
consistency
familiarity
simplicity
flexibility
responsiveness
invisible technology
robustness
protection
ease of learning
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
Assessment must confirm the ability to design a client user interface that integrates with front-end applications.
To demonstrate competency in this unit the learner will need access to:
Design specifications
Organisational standards for documentation and version control
Project management process and hierarchy
Usability test plan
Agreed usability metrics
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge and skills in this competency would cover a broad range of varied activities or application in a wider variety of contexts most of which are complex and non-routine. Leadership and guidance would be involved when organising activities of self and others as well as contributing to technical solutions of a non-routine or contingency nature.
Assessment must ensure:
Performance of a broad range of skilled applications including the requirement to evaluate and analyse current practices, develop new criteria and procedures for performing current practices and provision of some leadership and guidance to others in the application and planning of the skills would be characteristic.
Applications may involve responsibility for, and limited organisation of, others.
Method of assessment
The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.
Competency in this unit should to be assessed using summative assessment to ensure consistency of performance in a range of contexts. This unit can be assessed either in the workplace or in a simulated environment. However, simulated activities must closely reflect the workplace to enable full demonstration of competency.
Assessment will usually include observation of real or simulated work processes and procedures and/or performance in a project context as well as questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills. The questioning of team members, supervisors, subordinates, peers and clients where appropriate may provide valuable input to the assessment process. The interdependence of units for assessment purposes may vary with the particular project or scenario.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICAA4041C Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
ICAA4047B Determine project specifications and secure client agreement
An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
Demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating some theoretical concepts
Apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems
Identify and apply skill and knowledge areas to a wide variety of contexts, with depth in some areas
Identify, analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources
Take responsibility for own outputs in relation to specified quality standards
Take limited responsibility for the quantity and quality of the output of others
Maintain knowledge of industry products and services
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
Assessment must confirm the ability to design a client user interface that integrates with front-end applications.
To demonstrate competency in this unit the learner will need access to:
Design specifications
Organisational standards for documentation and version control
Project management process and hierarchy
Usability test plan
Agreed usability metrics
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge and skills in this competency would cover a broad range of varied activities or application in a wider variety of contexts most of which are complex and non-routine. Leadership and guidance would be involved when organising activities of self and others as well as contributing to technical solutions of a non-routine or contingency nature.
Assessment must ensure:
Performance of a broad range of skilled applications including the requirement to evaluate and analyse current practices, develop new criteria and procedures for performing current practices and provision of some leadership and guidance to others in the application and planning of the skills would be characteristic.
Applications may involve responsibility for, and limited organisation of, others.
Method of assessment
The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.
Competency in this unit should to be assessed using summative assessment to ensure consistency of performance in a range of contexts. This unit can be assessed either in the workplace or in a simulated environment. However, simulated activities must closely reflect the workplace to enable full demonstration of competency.
Assessment will usually include observation of real or simulated work processes and procedures and/or performance in a project context as well as questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills. The questioning of team members, supervisors, subordinates, peers and clients where appropriate may provide valuable input to the assessment process. The interdependence of units for assessment purposes may vary with the particular project or scenario.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICAA4041C Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
ICAA4047B Determine project specifications and secure client agreement
An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
Demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating some theoretical concepts
Apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems
Identify and apply skill and knowledge areas to a wide variety of contexts, with depth in some areas
Identify, analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources
Take responsibility for own outputs in relation to specified quality standards
Take limited responsibility for the quantity and quality of the output of others
Maintain knowledge of industry products and services
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C8642 | ICAA4051A | Develop client user interface | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D7881 | ICAICT420A | Develop client user interface | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C859 | ICA40105 | Certificate IV in Information Technology (General) | Qualification |
| C863 | ICA40505 | Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming) | Qualification |