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Carry out permaculture field research

Carry out permaculture field research

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER501
State Code
BAR83
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake field research relevant to permaculture systems and projects. It requires the ability to design technical and social field research, prepare for field research, conduct field research, assess research outcomes and report on research relevant to permaculture systems and projects.All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.This unit applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Scope permaculture field research
  • 1.1 Identify challenges and opportunities in permaculture projects or systems that elicit research questions
  • 1.2 Identify and justify the purpose of field research
  • 1.3 Define and justify field research topic, question or hypothesis
  • 1.4 Assess suitability of field research subject in relation to permaculture principles, practices and ethics
2. Design permaculture field research
  • 2.1 Design field research plan
  • 2.2 Identify relevant information sources and review relevant and credible literature related to the research topic
  • 2.3 Determine appropriate research methods for data collection
  • 2.4 Identify reference groups for field research, if applicable
  • 2.5 Locate field research sites according to design requirements
  • 2.6 Identify site factors where appropriate and incorporate into research
  • 2.7 Create a budget for field research plan
  • 2.8 Identify and obtain approvals and permits required
3. Prepare to conduct field research
  • 3.1 Identify work health and safety hazards associated with the implementation of field research
  • 3.2 Identify and document social and environmental implications associated with field research
  • 3.3 Identify materials, tools, equipment and machinery required for field research, confirm cost and availability with suppliers, contractors and appropriate personnel
  • 3.4 Establish and prepare field work sites for implementation of field research using the specifications of the field work design
  • 3.5 Organise access to field research subjects at times and places suitable for data collection
4. Conduct field research
  • 4.1 Undertake data collection throughout the course of field research according to the specifications of research design plan and chosen methodologies
  • 4.2 Monitor field research for accuracy and compliance to research design
  • 4.3 Record all research data accurately using the specifications of the research design
5. Assess practical application of research outcomes
  • 5.1 Analyse research data for categories, themes, trends, patterns and significant information
  • 5.2 Create quantitative and qualitative records of research data analysis
  • 5.3 Synthesise research findings and draw conclusions based on evidence and reasoned arguments
  • 5.4 Assess the meaning of research outcomes for practical application, based on conclusions drawn from the field research
6. Report field research findings
  • 6.1 Determine desired actions from field research
  • 6.2 Determine target audience for field research reporting
  • 6.3 Draft research report and obtain feedback
  • 6.4 Publish and circulate field research report
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFB74 AHCPER513 Plan and conduct field research Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BCV9 AHC52116 Diploma of Permaculture Qualification