Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the application of the required skills and knowledge to gather, assess, record and store relevant information to assist in decision making in the course of the design, development and production of motor vehicles. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit applies to the automotive and related component manufacturing environment and involves application of skills and knowledge to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains Employability Skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Obtain and evaluate information |
1.1. Applicable legislative , OHS , and organisation requirements relevant to the seeking , evaluating , organising and preparing information are verified and complied with throughout the work activity 1.2. Instructions and plans are read and interpreted to identify processes and materials to complete work tasks 1.3. A variety of sources of information are regularly reviewed for usefulness, reliability and cost 1.4. Relevant and sufficient information is sought and updated on all relevant factors and problems which affect the area of responsibility 1.5. Information is assessed for its validity and reliability 1.6. Where information is unclear, or difficult to understand, clarification and assistance is sought 1.7. Where available information is inadequate, additional information is obtained 1.8. Information is organised into a suitable form to aid decision-making 1.9. Opportunities are taken to establish and maintain contacts with those who may provide useful information 1.10. Conclusions drawn from relevant information are based on reasoned argument and appropriate evidence |
2. Record and store information |
2.1. Information recorded is accurate, complete and legible 2.2. Information is recorded and stored using accepted formats, systems and organisation procedures ensuring that information can be retrieved promptly when required 2.3. New methods of recording and storing information are researched and suggested |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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Legislative requirements may include: |
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes of practice, including those related to:
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OHS requirements may include: |
Legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures and may include: the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organisation and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering the use of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling procedures including lifting and carrying. |
Organisation requirements may include: |
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Seeking , evaluating , organising , and preparing information may include: |
the gathering, assessing, recording and storing of relevant information to assist decision making in the design, development and production of motor vehicles. |
Instructions may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Automotive Manufacturing |
Competency field
Competency field |
Passenger Motor Vehicle |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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