Unit of competency details
AHCFAU302 - Identify fauna in the field (Release 1)
Summary
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Current
Releases:
| 1 1 (this release) |
24/Dec/2020 |
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Unit of competency
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Training packages that include this unit
Qualifications that include this unit
Skill sets that include this unit
Classifications
Classification history
| ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 050901 | Land, Parks And Wildlife Management | 09/Feb/2021 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release
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Comments
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Release 1
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This version released with AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package Version 6.0.
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Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to observe fauna characteristics for identification in the field using reference material. This is not an animal surveying unit; it focuses on observation skills and the identification of fauna from these observations.
The unit applies to individuals who work in the conservation and ecosystem management industry under broad supervision and who take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Unit Sector
Fauna (FAU)
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Elements
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Performance Criteria
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Elements describe the essential outcomes.
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Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
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1. Prepare for fauna identification
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1.1 Identify and select processes for observing fauna for identification
1.2 Identify and select resources and equipment required for identification activity
1.3 Determine relationship between ecology and fauna for location of observation
1.4 Select surveillance techniques suitable for observing fauna, and reduce environmental impact
1.5 Site equipment at location to maximise observations
1.6 Identify hazards, assess risks and implement controls according to workplace health and safety and biosecurity procedures
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2. Identify fauna
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2.1 Observe and record fauna characteristics
2.2 Ensure observation activities comply with animal welfare codes of practice and standard operating procedures
2.3 Investigate and record supplementary evidence for fauna identification
2.4 Source and use reference material to assist identification
2.5 Compare fauna characteristics and supplementary evidence with reference materials to classify fauna to nearest genus and species
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3. Complete identification of fauna
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3.1 Record fauna identification and sightings in reference collection according to workplace procedures
3.2 Update field notes with fauna identification
3.3 Report identification of fauna according to workplace procedures
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Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
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Skill
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Description
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Reading
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- Analyse and compare observations and data against defined criteria in guides, keys and reference materials to assist in the identification of fauna
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Writing
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- Accurately record observations and identity of fauna in records and reference collections using clear language, organisational formatting and accurate spelling of zoological names
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Unit Mapping Information
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Code and title current version
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Code and title previous version
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Comments
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Equivalence status
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AHCFAU302 Identify fauna in the field
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Not applicable
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The unit has been created to address an emerging skill or task required by industry
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Newly created
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Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72
Assessment requirements
Modification History
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Release
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Comments
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Release 1
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This version released with AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package Version 6.0.
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Performance Evidence
An individual demonstrating competency must satisfy all of the elements and performance criteria in this unit.
There must be evidence that the individual has identified at least 20 fauna species in the field, which must include at least five species from three of the following groups:
- mammals
- birds
- reptiles/amphibians
- fish
- invertebrates.
There must also be evidence that the individual has:
- accessed a natural area in a manner suitable to observe fauna causing minimal disruption and damage to the environment
- identified and selected processes, ecology, equipment and resources for observation of specific fauna
- applied animal welfare practices when observing fauna
- recorded characteristics of fauna and investigated and recorded supplementary evidence
- used reference material to identify fauna according to their characteristics
- applied workplace health and safety policies and procedures for fauna observation activities
- recorded fauna observations and identification according to workplace procedures.
Knowledge Evidence
An individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge required to perform the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit. This includes knowledge of:
- principles and practices for identifying fauna, including:
- identification techniques and resources
- fauna behaviour
- fauna habitats
- tracks, scats and traces
- typical characteristics of fauna
- nomenclature and naming conventions for fauna, including:
- vertebrates
- invertebrates
- techniques for observing, identifying and recording fauna
- functions and operations of site equipment and tools
- reference materials used in identification process, including:
- field guides
- web sites and apps
- fauna keys
- digital images, pictures, graphics and other referenced collection to aid identification
- purposes for observing and monitoring fauna
- fauna and their ecological relationships with the location, including:
- home range
- breeding/nesting/shelter
- access to food and water resources
- movements – nomadic/migratory behaviours
- workplace health and safety procedures when conducting observations and collecting supplementary evidence
- procedures for reporting rare, uncommon or notifiable fauna
- animal welfare and environmental codes of practice relevant to the observation of fauna.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment of the skills in this unit of competency must take place under the following conditions:
- skills must be demonstrated where target fauna species inhabit or in an environment that accurately represents these conditions
- resources, equipment and materials:
- fauna
- tools and equipment required for fauna observations
- reference materials
- personal protective equipment required while conducting observations
- workplace policies, procedures, processes and instructions
- specifications for fauna recognition activity
- legislation/codes of practice relevant to fauna and environment.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72
