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Conduct geodetic surveys

Conduct geodetic surveys

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPSIS5058
State Code
AXH89
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/05/2016
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
031101 - Surveying
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct a geodetic survey based on specifications and client requirements. The unit covers project management tasks relating to scheduling, measuring, recording and monitoring work progress and planning for risks and contingencies. The unit also covers applying reference surfaces and projection planes to geodetic components, and performing geodetic calculations. The unit requires using specialist equipment to measure, record and reduce data, including global navigation satellite system (GNSS). The unit requires the ability to perform geodetic calculations, validate the accuracy of data, and identify discrepancies between specifications and actual activities. It also requires using a range of coordinate systems, such as Map Grid of Australia (MGA) and Geocentric Datum of Australia (GDA) to manage surveying data.The unit supports those who work under limited supervision in a surveying team.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE813 CPPSIS5058A Conduct geodetic surveying Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCU98 CPPSSI5058 Conduct geodetic surveys Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAI4 CPP50116 Diploma of Surveying Qualification