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Organise and undertake scientific/technological research

Organise and undertake scientific/technological research

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPSCI007
State Code
AWT52
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
120105 - Learning Skills Programmes
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to conduct scientific or technological research at an experienced level where independent judgment is used to determine the means of achieving objectives within generally directed programs. It includes identifying the research issues and research methodology, organising and carrying out the research and communicating the results. This unit applies to those working in technical support in scientific or technological research.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently, while performing complex tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify research issues
  • 1.1 Identify possible research issues through industry analysis and consultation.
  • 1.2 Confirm research issues is relevant to the industry and to the organisation’s objectives.
  • 1.3 Identify and handle issues relating to intellectual property.
  • 1.4 Identify and analyse current and published information relevant to the research issues.
2. Identify research methodology
  • 2.1 Establish objectives in consultation with other researcher/s and in accordance with resource requirements.
  • 2.2 Choose appropriate research methodology and analytical techniques
  • 2.3 Determine a hypothesis that is plausible, relevant and of benefit.
  • 2.4 Determine risk management strategies, activities and tasks.
  • 2.5 Record hypothesis and methodology.
3. Organise and carry out research
  • 3.1 Acquire resources to conduct the research.
  • 3.2 Schedule and carry out tasks.
  • 3.3 Monitor research, collect and analyse data and deal with contingencies.
  • 3.4 Document research results and prepare report/s within specified timeframes.
  • 3.5 Write reports.
4. Communicate research results
  • 4.1 Communicate research results to the organisation, to the scientific community and/or the industry via publications and presentations.
  • 4.2 Protect intellectual property.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C8304 PSPSCI403A Organise and undertake scientific/technological research Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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