Unit of competency Outline
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Use organisation computers or data systems
Use organisation computers or data systems
Unit of competency
National Code
MSMOPS212
MSMOPS212
State Code
AWC66
AWC66
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/05/2016
Field of Education
080905 - Practical Computing Skills
Original Release Date
04/05/2016
Nominal Hours
26
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to use organisation computers or data systems in order to work effectively. The operator will be required to select correct programs, save and retrieve data, and produce documents and spreadsheets relevant to operational or administrative functions within the organisation. This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team/work group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify applications of computer or data system for work role
- 1.1 Identify data and information available from the system and its application to work role
- 1.2 Identify data from work role which needs to be entered in the system
2 Use the computer or data system
- 2.1 Adjust workstation equipment to meet ergonomic requirements and use appropriate posture
- 2.2 Log on according to procedures
- 2.3 Navigate system
- 2.4 Input data or make changes as required
- 2.5 Check entered or edited data is correct
- 2.6 Access required data/information
- 2.7 Output data as required
- 2.8 Apply system/security procedures
- 2.9 Use 'Help' as needed
3 Save file and exit system
- 3.1 Identify the need to save data and, if required, save and store data in appropriate directory or folder
- 3.2 Close file and/or exit applications programs without loss of data
- 3.3 Back-up data if required in accordance with procedures
4 Respond to routine problems with the system
- 4.1 Recognise routine problems that occur during the operation
- 4.2 Identify and take action on causes of routine problems
- 4.3 Log problems as required
- 4.4 Identify non-routine process and quality problems and take appropriate action
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W8266 | MSAPMOPS212A | Use organisation computers or data systems | Unit of competency |