Conduct an advanced GPS data collection and set out survey

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 5:47 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
CPPSIS5017A

State Code
D1527

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
07/04/2011

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

28/10/2008

Field of Education

031199 - Geomatic Engineering, N.e.c.

Original Release Date

28/10/2008

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct advanced global positioning system (GPS) surveys for both data collection and engineering set outs, as related to an engineering/construction environment. It requires the ability to interpret and analyse information and apply technical skills. Functions would be carried out within organisational guidelines.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1Prepare for the survey.

1.1 Key activities and timelines are scheduled with full consideration of the specifications and available resources.1.2 Organisational GPS survey requirements are identified, complied with and recorded.1.3 Equipment is prepared for the survey with consideration of the specific project parameters and requirements.
1.4 Existing survey control data is obtained and validated.1.5 Set out data is collated, validated, manipulated as required, and uploaded into the GPS receiver.1.6 Designated staff responsibilities are communicated to relevant personnel to ensure clarity of understanding of the work and provide a basis for ongoing assessment.1.7 Skills and knowledge are updated to accommodate changes in data.

2Conduct the survey.

2.1 GPS equipment is operated according to manufacturer specifications and organisational guidelines.2.2 GPS survey is related to a reference system based on survey requirements.2.3 GPS data is collected using methodologies detailed in the data collection plan according to specifications.2.4 OHS requirements are planned for and adhered to.2.5 Quality assurance processes are adhered to according to organisational guidelines.

3Finalise the survey.

3.1 Appropriate software is used to process the data according to organisational guidelines to determine required information.3.2 Validation checks are completed according to project specifications.3.3 Any discrepancies between specifications and the actual data collected are identified and evaluated.3.4 All required documentation is completed according to organisational guidelines.

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Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WE802	CPPSIS5047A	Conduct an advanced GNSS data collection and set out survey	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D227	CPP50107	Diploma of Surveying	Qualification