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.
Key stakeholders may include:
a cross-section of departments that have roles in asset maintenance including engineering, finance and property services
Asset maintenance may include:
all non-current structures or items of plant or equipment that provide service potential or future economic benefit
roads, bridges, water supply systems, parks and gardens, drainage systems, sewerage systems, buildings, plant and equipment
Information and communication strategy may include:
Internet/Intranet transfer
moving databases between divisions
local area network
Implementation and maintenance parameters may include:
hardware and software requirements
data capture
staff training
systems operation and maintenance
Relevant personnel may include:
internal
asset management consultants
finance and engineering professionals
information technology professionals
Identified functionalities may include:
asset identification (register)
strategic planning (life cycle)
asset accounting and economics
system integration capability
reporting functions
system support and upgrade
implementation effectiveness

Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
The demonstrated ability to:
consult with stakeholders to determine requirements for an asset maintenance strategy
develop functionality requirements
prepare an asset management strategy
evaluate software packages against criteria.
Context of assessment
Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, with particular attention to the critical aspects and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope of the Range Statement.
Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.
Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit.
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations.
Resource implications
The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace including access to a workplace or simulated case study that encompasses resources such as appropriate computer hardware and software.