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Produce maps for land management purposes

Produce maps for land management purposes

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLPW404A
State Code
D6901
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/10/2014
Field of Education
031103 - Mapping Science
Original Release Date
13/10/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers producing maps for land management purposes and defines the standard required to: establish the land use, structures and natural resource features that are required to inform land use decisions; source data sets that provide the required information; validate the data for currency and compare to ground observations; incorporate data onto a map; provide a map key and any supporting information required; evaluate maps for suitability for purpose and value in making land management decisions.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Obtain information for a specific land management purpose
  • 1.1. Information required to achieve result is defined and required data sets are correctly determined.
  • 1.2. Information from stakeholders on land management and production systems is collected and presented consistent with the local area management strategy.
  • 1.3. Information collected includes temporal and spatial data.
  • 1.4. Information is reviewed for relevance and accuracy.
2. Assess data availability
  • 2.1. Availability of required data sets is ascertained through research of internal and external sources.
  • 2.2. Ownership of data is confirmed, and access and pricing determined.
  • 2.3. Data is obtained in line with industry standards, statutory requirements and enterprise policy.
  • 2.4. Where appropriate, procedures are developed to capture data.
3. Assess data quality
  • 3.1. Data is assessed for integrity to determine suitability for task.
  • 3.2. Disparities between data sets are investigated and resolved to ensure integrity of data used.
4. Format and present data
  • 4.1. Compatible format for data is identified.
  • 4.2. Relevant data elements are assembled.
  • 4.3. Data format(s) are selected to meet user's requirements.
  • 4.4. Information is presented to meet user requirements using suitable media in a tidy, informative and useable manner.
  • 4.5. Information is presented in line with appropriate enterprise and Australian standards.
5. Incorporate data onto map(s)
  • 5.1. Information is transferred from various data sources onto map(s).
  • 5.2. Maps are produced showing spatial and temporal data consistent with development and implementation of the land management strategy.
  • 5.3. Maps are analysed for data to assist in development or implementation of land management plan.
6. Review customer satisfaction
  • 6.1. Work is completed in line with enterprise quality requirements.
  • 6.2. Feedback is sought from users regarding satisfaction with information and presentation.
  • 6.3. Any areas of dissatisfaction are resolved in line with enterprise policy and procedures.
  • 6.4. Customer feedback is analysed and used as a quality improvement tool.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Mapping products may include:
transparency overlays for air photographs or printed maps and thematic maps produced on GIS.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
establish the land use, structures and natural resource features that are required to inform land use decisions
source data sets that provide the required information
validate the data for currency and compare to ground observations
incorporate data onto a map
provide a map key and any supporting information required
evaluate maps for suitability for purpose and value in making land management decisions.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S2655 RTD4507A Produce maps for land management purposes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAR56 AHCLPW404 Produce maps for land management purposes Unit of competency