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Lead applied research in ICT sustainability

Lead applied research in ICT sustainability

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTSUS812
State Code
OCV50
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/03/2021
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
29/03/2021
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, conduct and report on applied research to influence strategic practices on information and communications technology (ICT) sustainability and outcomes within an organisation. The unit also covers constructing an applied research strategy, using a range of applied research techniques, and analysing and presenting findings.It applies to individuals who are in a leadership capacity and are competent innovators and communicators, with a very high level of technical management skills and knowledge of ICT networks and systems. In this role, individuals must be able to undertake detailed research, analysis and evaluation. Outcomes and solutions must be presented with clarity.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish direction for applied research in ICT sustainability
  • 1.1 Establish and discuss goals of applied research in ICT sustainability with required personnel and stakeholders, according to organisational procedures and requirements
  • 1.2 Confirm applied research purpose and recognised industry research methods to be used
  • 1.3 Facilitate development of policies and procedures to conduct applied research
  • 1.4 Guide development of mechanisms to systematically collect and maintain data
  • 1.5 Review policies and procedures affecting reliability, validity and privacy of data
  • 1.6 Review required research ethics and codes of conduct
2. Monitor applied research techniques and resources
  • 2.1 Review and evaluate applied research methods and theories, and data collection techniques
  • 2.2 Guide selection of required methods to gather and analyse data on sustainability
  • 2.3 Authorise access to required sources of information
  • 2.4 Select sustainable management principles that will impact on project
  • 2.5 Ensure relevance of research and integrity of collected data and used analysis tools
3. Communicate research findings
  • 3.1 Ensure accuracy research data according to legal and organisational requirements and procedures
  • 3.2 Evaluate relevance of collated and analysed data against original applied research strategy
  • 3.3 Evaluate impact of research findings
  • 3.4 Recommend ICT sustainability implementation strategies
  • 3.5 Ensure documentation and presentation of findings is consistent with needs of research users
  • 3.6 Assess need for further research
  • 3.7 Document research findings and approach to further research
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State Code National Code Title Type
AWD71 ICTSUS806 Lead applied research in ICT sustainability Unit of competency