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Capture new spatial data

Capture new spatial data

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPSIS5002A
State Code
D1512
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/01/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/11/2014
Field of Education
031199 - Geomatic Engineering, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
06/11/2014
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to capture new data using a variety of methods. It requires the ability to plan and execute the data capture process in a supervisory capacity, incorporating technical problems and management requirements and applying appropriate solutions to a range of data collection situations. Functions would be carried out within organisational guidelines.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Prepare for data collection.
  • 1.1 Key activities and timelines are scheduled with full consideration given to specification, available resources and organisational requirements.
  • 1.2 Administrative and legal requirements for data collection are complied with and recorded.
  • 1.3 Appropriate persons or relevant personnel are informed about the project.
  • 1.4 Equipment, suppliesand spatial information services (SIS) technologies are selected according to the task requirements.
  • 1.5 Designated responsibilities are communicated to staff to ensure clarity of understanding of the work and provide a basis for ongoing assessment.
  • 1.6 Skills and knowledge are updated to accommodate changes in data capture techniques.
2Gather data.
  • 2.1 Equipment is operated according to manufacturer specifications, and statutory and organisational guidelines.
  • 2.2 Entities are related to a reference system based on the specifications.
  • 2.3 Data and attributes are collected using methodologies detailed in the data capture methodology.
  • 2.4 Metadata is documented according to accepted industry standards.
  • 2.5 Any discrepancies between specifications and actual activities are identified, recorded and reported.
  • 2.6 Administrative and legal requirements for data collection are complied with and recorded.
  • 2.7 Guidance is given to staff assisting in the data collection process.
  • 2.8 OHS requirements are planned for and adhered to.
3Use equipment.
  • 3.1 Appropriate equipment is selected.
  • 3.2 Equipment is operated according to the task requirements and manufacturer specifications.
  • 3.3 All safety requirements are adhered to.
4Maintain equipment.
  • 4.1 Operational maintenance of equipment is undertaken according to organisational guidelines.
  • 4.2 Contingencies that may affect equipment usage are reported.
  • 4.3 Unsafe or faulty equipment is reported and referred for repair.
  • 4.4 Tools and equipment are stored safely in appropriate locations and according to manufacturer specifications.
5Finalise the collection process.
  • 5.1 Attributes and topological structures are added to spatial data according to specifications.
  • 5.2 All data is recorded correctly and required documentation is completed according to specifications and organisational requirements.
  • 5.3 All data and documentation are stored according to organisational requirements.
  • 5.4 Data integrity is checked according to the validation plan.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C5196 PRDSIS07A Capture new data Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WE787 CPPSIS5032A Capture new spatial data Unit of competency