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Use ICT to improve sustainability outcomes
Use ICT to improve sustainability outcomes
Unit of competency
National Code
ICTSUS7235A
ICTSUS7235A
State Code
D3426
D3426
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/08/2014
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
13/08/2014
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to improve sustainability outcomes through the reduction of environmental, economic and social impacts for a range of industries using ICT based solutions. It involves meeting the requirements for monitoring and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions and using ICT for creating opportunities to improve sustainability by addressing products, services and processes specific to specific enterprises and industries. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement but users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Design and manage a sustainability audit
- 1.1. Use an audit tool reflects criteria of benchmark, nature of risks, relevant information and data types, evaluation of performance and legislative requirement
- 1.2. Define the scope, objectives and benchmarks for the audit in consultation with relevant stakeholders
- 1.3. Use an audit tool to reflect criteria of benchmark, nature of risks, relevant information and data types, evaluation of performance and legislative requirement
- 1.4. Document requirements for audit resources, timing, schedule and responsibilities consistent with industry best practice and relevant standards
- 1.5. Ensure collection strategies are objective, systematic and that information and data is valid and reliable
- 1.6. Report outcomes clearly and concisely, including benefits to be achieved by adoption of audit report recommendations
2. Monitor energy consumption and emissions
- 2.1. Analyse requirements of the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting System (NGERS) and other relevant legislation and industry standards in relation to a range of industries and the needs of specific organisations
- 2.2. Identify links with functional areas and environmental management systems to ensure comprehensive information and data collection
- 2.3. Determine hardware and software required for collecting, collating, analysing and reporting emissions related information and data
- 2.4. Factor requirement for an external audit into the monitoring proposal
- 2.5. Critically evaluate energy consumption and emissions data
- 2.6. Develop improvement strategies based on the review of data
- 2.7. Use industry best practice as a quality benchmark
3. Develop ICT solutions to improve sustainability outcomes
- 3.1. Research and analyse mitigation and adaptation strategies appropriate for a range of industries
- 3.2. Benchmark and document performance expectations in consultation with relevant stakeholders
- 3.3. Develop and document technical specifications including hardware, software, networking, interface and security requirements
- 3.4. Determine timelines, resources and costs for implementation and ongoing monitoring and maintenance
- 3.5. Analyse the impact of ICT solution in relation to performance benchmarks
- 3.6. Analyse opportunities and develop recommendations to improve sustainability of enterprise products, services and processes
- 3.7. Present report for client sign off
RANGE STATEMENT
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Stakeholders may include:
clients and customers
Federal Government
local government
management
non-government organisations (NGOs)
shareholders
staff
state government
suppliers.
Audit tool may include:
National Carbon Accounting System Data Viewer
National Carbon Accounting Toolbox.
Collection strategies may include:
electricity billing information
hardware sensor devices.
Legislation may include:
Australian Government White paper
Australian Government Green paper
Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (CPRS)
Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS).
Industries may include:
building
electricity
logistics
motor.
Hardware may include:
sensors
wireless sensor networks.
Software may include:
avoiding mass extinctions engine (AMEE)
carbon footprint calculators
logica carbon reporting software
online system for comprehensive activity reporting (OSCAR)
statistical analytic software (SAS) carbon reporting software
sustainability SCO2 (Software CO2).
Best practice information may be found in:
2020 Report
company case studies
vendor white papers.
Mitigation and adaptation strategies may include:
broadband or telepresence
carbon capture and storage (CCS)
geosequestration
household monitoring
monitoring sources of energy that produce CO2
remote workstation solutions
The Intelligent Office.
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Stakeholders may include:
clients and customers
Federal Government
local government
management
non-government organisations (NGOs)
shareholders
staff
state government
suppliers.
Audit tool may include:
National Carbon Accounting System Data Viewer
National Carbon Accounting Toolbox.
Collection strategies may include:
electricity billing information
hardware sensor devices.
Legislation may include:
Australian Government White paper
Australian Government Green paper
Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (CPRS)
Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS).
Industries may include:
building
electricity
logistics
motor.
Hardware may include:
sensors
wireless sensor networks.
Software may include:
avoiding mass extinctions engine (AMEE)
carbon footprint calculators
logica carbon reporting software
online system for comprehensive activity reporting (OSCAR)
statistical analytic software (SAS) carbon reporting software
sustainability SCO2 (Software CO2).
Best practice information may be found in:
2020 Report
company case studies
vendor white papers.
Mitigation and adaptation strategies may include:
broadband or telepresence
carbon capture and storage (CCS)
geosequestration
household monitoring
monitoring sources of energy that produce CO2
remote workstation solutions
The Intelligent Office.
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
Evidence of the ability to:
audit and analyse patterns of energy use
develop monitoring and reporting systems that comply with regulatory requirements
develop a workable implementation strategy
formulate solutions using ICT to reduce emissions
develop benchmarks for reviewing and improving performance.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
relevant reports:
government
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
scientific
conference papers
vendor white papers
resources, tools and networking equipment
suitable hardware and software
suitable bandwidth for internet connections
relevant legislation and regulations
manufacturers' technical specifications
relevant ISO standards.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate managing organisation sustainability
review of analyses, plans and reports completed by the candidate
oral or written questioning to assess required knowledge.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICTSUS7236A Manage improvements in ICT sustainability.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English speaking background may have second language issues.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
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
Evidence of the ability to:
audit and analyse patterns of energy use
develop monitoring and reporting systems that comply with regulatory requirements
develop a workable implementation strategy
formulate solutions using ICT to reduce emissions
develop benchmarks for reviewing and improving performance.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
relevant reports:
government
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
scientific
conference papers
vendor white papers
resources, tools and networking equipment
suitable hardware and software
suitable bandwidth for internet connections
relevant legislation and regulations
manufacturers' technical specifications
relevant ISO standards.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate managing organisation sustainability
review of analyses, plans and reports completed by the candidate
oral or written questioning to assess required knowledge.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICTSUS7236A Manage improvements in ICT sustainability.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English speaking background may have second language issues.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
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|---|---|---|---|
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