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Read and interpret property maps and plans

Read and interpret property maps and plans

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER334
State Code
OFC41
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
120199 - General Education Programmes, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to read and interpret property maps and plans and interpret information to orient, navigate and locate key features of a property.The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work, including limited responsibility for the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources, and complete routine activities. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Recognise key components of maps and plans
  • 1.1 Identify different types of maps and plans and recognise their purpose
  • 1.2 Recognise features and characteristics of different maps and plans
  • 1.3 Identify scale
  • 1.4 Recognise mapping conventions and common symbols from map and plan legends
2. Use information from maps/plans for site
  • 2.1 Select map or plan for a specified purpose for site
  • 2.2 Locate north and orient map/plan to site
  • 2.3 Identify and locate boundaries and structures on site from map/plan
  • 2.4 Identify and locate landmarks and topographic features on site from map/plan
  • 2.5 Determine distances and areas for specified purpose
3. Navigate using maps/plans in field situations
  • 3.1 Locate current position and a destination in field from map/plan
  • 3.2 Locate impediments to navigation from current position to destination for site
  • 3.3 Navigate from current position to destination
4. Locate features for site using maps and plans in field situations
  • 4.1 Identify features to be set out on site from map or plan
  • 4.2 Navigate to feature using navigation aids and maps/plans
  • 4.3 Mark location of features in the field
  • 4.4 Check accuracy of maps or plan content against site features
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAM49 AHCPER314 Read and interpret property maps and plans Unit of competency