Unit of competency Outline

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Contribute to the provision of scientific technical support

Contribute to the provision of scientific technical support

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPSCI001
State Code
AWT56
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
120105 - Learning Skills Programmes
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills required to provide technical support in a scientific and/or research environment. It includes contributing to routine technical duties, including experimental, survey, sampling and/or analytical tasks. This unit applies to those working in technical support in a scientific and/or research environment.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision while performing routine tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm and prepare for technical tasks
  • 1.1 Clarify and confirm technical tasks with other staff members.
  • 1.2 Confirm processes, resources, timelines and equipment requirements are in accordance with task requirements.
  • 1.3 Investigate and confirm risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements relating to the work.
2. Contribute to the collection of information
  • 2.1 Carry out technical tasks.
  • 2.2 Collect information in accordance with set processes and timelines.
  • 2.3 Use and maintain resources and equipment in accordance with task requirements.
  • 2.4 Follow risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements.
3. Record data
  • 3.1 Record data in accordance with task requirements.
  • 3.2 Maintain data records.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C8298 PSPSCI201A Contribute to the provision of scientific technical support Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZX4 PSP20116 Certificate II in Government Qualification