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Produce maps for land management purposes

Produce maps for land management purposes

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLPW404
State Code
BAR56
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
031103 - Mapping Science
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to access geographical information and incorporate it onto maps for use in land management.This unit applies to those whose job role includes preparing maps by hand or by using geographical information systems (GIS) for land management purposes.This unit applies to individuals who have limited responsibilities for others in known and changing contexts.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Obtain information for a specific land management purpose
  • 1.1 Define information required from data sets
  • 1.2 Collect and present information from stakeholders on land management and production systems consistent with the local area management strategy
  • 1.3 Collect information to include temporal and spatial data
  • 1.4 Review information for relevance and accuracy
2. Assess data availability
  • 2.1 Ascertain availability of required data sets from internal and external sources
  • 2.2 Confirm ownership of data and determine access and pricing
  • 2.3 Obtain data in accordance with industry standards, statutory requirements and enterprise policy
  • 2.4 Develop procedures to capture data
3. Assess data quality
  • 3.1 Assess data for integrity and to determine suitability for task
  • 3.2 Investigate and resolve disparities between data sets
4. Format and present data
  • 4.1 Identify compatible formats for data
  • 4.2 Assemble relevant data elements
  • 4.3 Select data formats to meet user's requirements
  • 4.4 Present information using suitable media
  • 4.5 Present information in accordance with appropriate enterprise requirements and Australian standards
5. Incorporate data onto maps
  • 5.1 Use range of computer applications to transfer information from various data sources onto maps
  • 5.2 Produce draft maps showing spatial and temporal data consistent with development and implementation of the land management strategy
  • 5.3 Review and edit maps to confirm accuracy and develop a map key to identify natural resource features, structures and land uses
  • 5.4 Analyse maps for data to assist in development or implementation of land management plan
6. Review customer satisfaction
  • 6.1 Seek feedback from users regarding satisfaction with information and presentation
  • 6.2 Resolve any areas of dissatisfaction
  • 6.3 Analyse and use customer feedback as a quality improvement tool
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6901 AHCLPW404A Produce maps for land management purposes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCS89 AHCLPW410 Produce maps for land management purposes Unit of competency