Elements and Performance Criteria

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 in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.
End users may include:
elected members
general public
land information authorities
local government
real estate agents
residents
state and federal government departments
statutory bodies, including land titles office
transport companies
utilities.
End result specifications may include:
equations
graphs
maps
parameters
time available to complete the task
tables.
Data may include:
computer records
graphical
user application programs, such as:
accounting packages
databases
spreadsheets
hard copy documents, such as:
books
maps
plans
work registers
information, such as:
census data
community facilities
demographic data
local government facilities
organisational locations
property classifications
property boundaries
property ownership
transport routes
utilities
zonings
spatial
textual.
Internal and external sources may include:
internal:
aerial photographs
deed books
plans
surveys
transaction books
external:
government departments or authorities
land titles office
local government
orthophotography
private industry
property agencies
street directory companies
surveys
telecommunications industry
water authorities
utility organisations
technical descriptions of survey data
preparation of cross-sections and plans, with all information included.
Industry standards may include:
confidentiality
informal practices not detailed in manuals or standard operating procedures
privacy
protocols.
Integrity of data may include:
accuracy
completeness
confidence limits
currency
quality depending on factors, such as:
age of hard copy
condition of hard copy
condition of photography
resolution
scale.
Data management may include:
digital image processing packages
ecological models
economic models
geographical analysis techniques
map algebra
relational database management system (RDBMS) and global database management system (GDMS)
statistical packages
survey computations.
Manipulation of data sets may include:
command lines
general query language, such as SQL
programming language
scripts.
Required outcome may include:
building up elements of database
creating map layers
developing information for internal or external clients.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Overview of assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example CPPSIS5064A Manipulate and analyse GIS data.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:
producing geographic information data systems that meet the integrity of data standards and client needs
validating data in line with organisational and industry procedures
knowledge of data systems and data capture and manipulation techniques.
Specific resources for assessment
Resource implications for assessment include access to:
assessment instruments, including personal planner and assessment record book
assignment instructions, work plans and schedules, policy documents and duty statements
registered training provider of assessment services
relevant GIS data
relevant guidelines, regulations and codes of practice
suitable venue and equipment.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Context of assessment
Holistic: based on the performance criteria, evidence guide, range statement and required skills and knowledge.
Method of assessment
Demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor (or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment).
Demonstrated competency in a range of situations, which may include customer/workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace.
Obtained by observing activities in the field and reviewing induction information. If this is not practicable, observation in realistic simulated environments may be substituted.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment requires that the clients’ objectives and industry expectations are met. If the clients’ objectives are narrowly defined or not representative of industry needs, it may be necessary to refer to portfolio case studies of a variety of SIS requirements to assess competency.
Oral questioning or written assessment and hypothetical situations (scenarios) may be used to assess underpinning knowledge (in assessment situations where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning or written assessment, questions are to be identical).
Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.
All practical demonstration must adhere to the safety and environmental regulations relevant to each State or Territory.