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Select and utilise technology

Select and utilise technology

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBATSIW417B
State Code
D0601
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/05/2009
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/07/2014
Field of Education
020399 - Information Systems, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
07/07/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit covers assessing, utilising and evaluating new technologies within the organisation for the benefit of the organisation and the community.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.This unit covers assessing, utilising and evaluating new technologies within the organisation for the benefit of the organisation and the community.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Assess technology needs
  • 1.1 Identify and document organisational tasks that could be helped by technology
  • 1.2 Seek independent technical advice as necessary
  • 1.3 Make a cost / benefit analysis
2 Acquire technology
  • 2.1 Investigate and document ways of acquiring or accessing technology other than by funding
  • 2.2 Investigate and document costs of acquiring technology
  • 2.3 Investigate and document sources of funding
  • 2.4 Obtain funds required for technology and associated costs
3 Ensure staff are prepared for new technology
  • 3.1 Evaluate the need for technology training
  • 3.2 Nominate trainers or mentors to train staff
  • 3.3 Provide training to staff who will use the technology
4 Use and evaluate technology
  • 4.1 Utilise the technology
  • 4.2 Evaluate the effective use of technology
  • 4.3 Implement actions
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Technology may include:
information technology
computer software packages
new generation plant and equipment
Options to access technology may include:
borrow
lease or hire
purchase
Evaluation may include:
suitability
effectiveness
reliability
human impacts
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
Integrated demonstration of all elements of competency and their performance criteria; and
Technology is used effectively for the benefit of the organisation and the community
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
This unit of competency should be assessed through the performance of Board duties, but in the event that there is no opportunity to observe such a performance a simulated environment can be used but such simulation must replicate Board conditions in terms of: performing the task; managing a number of different tasks; coping with irregularities and breakdowns in routine; dealing with the responsibilities and expectations of the Board, including working with others; and transferring competency to other situations
Knowledge and performance to be assessed over time to confirm consistency in performance
Method of assessment
The following assessment method is appropriate for this unit:
Performance of Board duties, or through an accurate simulation of Board duties
Guidance information for assessment
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C3772 BSBATSIW417A Select and utilise technology Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
D4858 BSBATSIW417C Select and use technology Unit of competency