Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 4:44 AM AWST
23/07/2026 4:44 AM AWST
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Manage projects
Manage projects
Unit of competency
National Code
PUAMAN005B
PUAMAN005B
State Code
AVM96
AVM96
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
080315 - Project Management
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit covers the competency to manage and evaluate projects.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify project scope
- 1.1 Project definition study is undertaken as required and the results are analysed to determine the scope of the project.
- 1.2 Project is initiated in accordance with organisation's policies and strategic direction in consultation with stakeholders.
- 1.3 Conceptual and analytical skills are applied to develop a strategy to achieve project objectives, outcomes and client requirements.
- 1.4 An effective risk management system is developed and applied to ensure project objectives can be met within the organisation's accountability framework.
2. Acquire project resources
- 2.1 Project resources, equipment and infrastructure are identified, acquired and allocated.
- 2.2 Project scope and objectives are analysed to determine the tasks to achieve agreed outcomes on time and within budget.
- 2.3 Process for monitoring, evaluating and reporting performance against objectives are developed and applied.
- 2.4 Roles and responsibilities of team members and stakeholders are identified and agreed.
3. Manage project activities
- 3.1 Tasks are implemented in accordance with project plan.
- 3.2 Communication process is established including responsibilities for conflict resolution.
- 3.3 Progress is monitored to ensure time, performance, cost and quality of project is achieved.
- 3.4 Proposed variations are investigated and negotiated in consultation with stakeholders.
4. Finalise project and evaluate and report on activities
- 4.1 Finalisation plans are developed to ensure all outcomes are met.
- 4.2 Evaluation of completed project is undertaken against agreed objectives and reported to stakeholders.
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.
Project plans may include:
financial management processes
acquisition strategies
fraud control procedures
risk management strategies
integrated logistic support arrangements
human resource development/management strategies
resource requirements
task elements
test and evaluation procedures
intellectual property
industry impact
life cycle costs
specifications
engineering
preliminary estimate/budget
preliminary timeframes/milestones
Stakeholders may include:
industry
other organisations
general public
relevant interest groups (internal and external)
functional areas
principals/project director/project sponsor
organisation’s senior management
government(s)
insurance
underwriting
Policy and procedures:
government legislation - state, federal, local
financial management and accounting regulations
government and organisational policies
guidelines and procedures including project management
security
recruitment
quality assurance
risk management
procurement
guidelines and strategic plans
environmental sustainability
Integration of project activities may include:
scope
time
cost
quality
human resources
communications
risk
feasibility
procurement
physical resources
Project management systems may include:
computers
communication channels
project data management
protocol
financial records
basic statistical information
Project plans may include:
financial management processes
acquisition strategies
fraud control procedures
risk management strategies
integrated logistic support arrangements
human resource development/management strategies
resource requirements
task elements
test and evaluation procedures
intellectual property
industry impact
life cycle costs
specifications
engineering
preliminary estimate/budget
preliminary timeframes/milestones
Stakeholders may include:
industry
other organisations
general public
relevant interest groups (internal and external)
functional areas
principals/project director/project sponsor
organisation’s senior management
government(s)
insurance
underwriting
Policy and procedures:
government legislation - state, federal, local
financial management and accounting regulations
government and organisational policies
guidelines and procedures including project management
security
recruitment
quality assurance
risk management
procurement
guidelines and strategic plans
environmental sustainability
Integration of project activities may include:
scope
time
cost
quality
human resources
communications
risk
feasibility
procurement
physical resources
Project management systems may include:
computers
communication channels
project data management
protocol
financial records
basic statistical information
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated in knowledge and application of project management skills in a wide range of project activities to support the achievement of organisation objectives.
Consistency in performance
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Evidence of competent performance by observing an individual in a project management role within the workplace or simulated environment Knowledge may be assessed through:
written assignments
project reports
debriefings and action learning projects
Specific resources for assessment
No special requirements.
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated in knowledge and application of project management skills in a wide range of project activities to support the achievement of organisation objectives.
Consistency in performance
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Evidence of competent performance by observing an individual in a project management role within the workplace or simulated environment Knowledge may be assessed through:
written assignments
project reports
debriefings and action learning projects
Specific resources for assessment
No special requirements.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAY22 | PUAMAN005 | Manage projects | Unit of competency |
