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Report environmental data

Report environmental data

Unit of competency
National Code
MSS025003
State Code
BAK81
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2016
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
08/08/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to perform scientific calculations, process and interrogate environmental data sets, analyse trends and uncertainty in data, and report results within the required timeframe. The unit requires personnel to solve problems where alternatives are not obvious and where investigations and trials may be required and the implications of various solutions considered.This unit of competency is applicable to environmental technicians working in all industry sectors.While no specific licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, environmental monitoring and management activities are governed by relevant legislation, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements. Local requirements should be checked.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Perform scientific calculations
  • 1.1 Ensure raw data are consistent with expectations and reasonable ranges.
  • 1.2 Calculate scientific quantities involving algebraic, power, exponential and/or logarithmic functions.
  • 1.3 Ensure calculated quantities are consistent with estimations.
  • 1.4 Present results using the appropriate units, uncertainties and number of significant figures.
2 Determine variation and/or uncertainty in data distributions
  • 2.1 Organise raw data into appropriate frequency distributions.
  • 2.2 Calculate means, medians, modes, ranges and standard deviations for ungrouped and grouped data.
  • 2.3 Interpret frequency distributions to determine the characteristics of the sample or population.
  • 2.4 Calculate standard deviations and confidence limits for means and replicates.
  • 2.5 Estimate the sampling error and/or uncertainty in data using statistical analysis.
  • 2.6 Determine data acceptability using statistical tests and workplace procedures.
3 Interpret data and related statistics
  • 3.1 Recognise significant trends in data.
  • 3.2 Use standard statistical methods to test for an association or correlation between variables.
  • 3.3 Use standard statistical methods to test hypotheses involving the same variable between samples, samples with more than one variable and for paired samples.
  • 3.4 Verify data interpretation with supervisor, as necessary.
4 Check for aberrant data sets
  • 4.1 Identify data that cannot be reconciled with sample, data set and/or documentation, monitoring procedures and/or expected outcomes.
  • 4.2 Determine appropriate actions in consultation with supervisor, as necessary.
5 Report data and analysis
  • 5.1 Use charts, tables and graphs to present summarised data and analysis results in the required format.
  • 5.2 Verify that entry of data and results are correct.
  • 5.3 Clearly identify summary information and any significant trends and/or problems with data.
  • 5.4 Prepare reports in a format and style consistent with their intended use and workplace guidelines.
  • 5.5 Communicate results within the specified time and in accordance with workplace confidentiality and security guidelines.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7698 MSS025003A Report environmental data Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAF76 MSS025019 Report environmental data Unit of competency