Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Internal and external sources of information may include:
census data
national magazines, books and reviews
international developments
academic studies
government and industry statistics
requirements of native title, legislation and guidelines
organisational, legal and policy materials
client information
media reports
registries and file records
library materials
financial records
computer files and computer databases
maps
resident views and user views
aerial photography and site inspections
other agencies such as meteorological agencies, water authorities and the Australian Bureau of Statistics
Organisational requirements for storage may include:
workplace communication procedures
file/records management procedures
specific purpose databases
library systems
Objectives of research may include:
hypothesis testing
situational diagnosis
identification of trends
process mapping
comparative analysis
Analysis of information may include:
basic statistical analysis
mathematical calculations
critical analysis
problem solving
matching
Presentation in an appropriate format, style and structure may include:
routine reports and submissions
briefing notes
proposals
project plans
articles and promotional materials
Feedback on suitability and sufficiency of findings may include:
client questionnaires
audit documentation and reports
council responses
quality assurance data
comments from management and colleagues

Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
The demonstrated ability to:
gather and organise information to enable analysis and interpretation
evaluate information for its relevance and validity
analyse information in order to identify key issues
present and distribute research findings in accordance with organisational requirements
Context of assessment
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the context of the local government framework. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria applicable to the workplace environment, within the scope of the Range Statement.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated management environments.
Resource implications
Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides the following resources:
relevant software applications
various data sources such as maps
resident views
user views
aerial photography
site inspections
other agencies such as meteorological agencies, water authorities and the Australian Bureau of Statistics