Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to gather and organise property information in a format that is suitable for decision making. It requires the ability to review information requirements and obtain information from a variety of sources. The unit may form part of the licensing requirements for persons working in the property industry, including in the real estate, business broking, stock and station agency and property operations and development sectors, in those States and Territories where these are regulated activities. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency supports the work of those involved in gathering and organising property information in a format suitable for decision making. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of employability skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged, will assist in identifying employability skills requirements. |
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 |
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1 Identify and collect property information . |
1.1 Required property information is specified and collected in consultation with relevant people according to organisational requirements . 1.2 Sources of property information are identified and accessed according to applicable legislative requirements . 1.3 Property information is collected in an efficient and reliable manner, making efficient use of business equipment and technology and available time and resources. |
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1.4 Appropriate interpersonal techniques are used to collect property information according to organisational policies and procedures. |
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2 Organise information . |
2.1 Information is organised in a suitable format to allow analysis and decision making according to organisational requirements. 2.2 Information is assessed for relevance and accuracy and is consistent with organisational reporting requirements. 2.3 Appropriate business equipment and technology are selected and used to organise and store information according to organisational requirements. 2.4 Property information is securely maintained with due regard to client confidentiality and according to legislative and organisational requirements. |
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3 Review information needs . |
3.1 Property information is reviewed in consultation with relevant people to confirm sufficiency of information. 3.2 Gaps in data collection are identified and additional information is sourced where necessary. 3.3 Property information database is maintained according to own role and responsibility. 3.4 Feedback on future information needs is obtained and incorporated into existing information collection and reporting processes. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
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This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Required skills :
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Required knowledge and understanding :
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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.
Overview of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed through practical demonstration of gathering and organising property information in a format that is suitable for decision making. Targeted written (including alternative formats where necessary) or verbal questioning to assess the candidate's underpinning knowledge would provide additional supporting evidence of competence. The demonstration and questioning would include collecting evidence of the candidate's knowledge and application of ethical standards and relevant federal, and state or territory legislation and regulations. This assessment may be carried out in a simulated or workplace environment. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Resource implications for assessment include:
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. Validity and sufficiency of evidence require that:
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Questioning will be undertaken in such a manner as is appropriate to the language and literacy levels of the candidate and any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and will reflect the requirements of the competency and the work being performed. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Property information may include information relating to: |
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Relevant people may include: |
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Organisational requirements may be outlined and reflected in: |
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Sources of property information may include: |
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Legislative requirements may be outlined and reflected in: |
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Business equipment and technology may include: |
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Interpersonal techniques may include: |
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Suitable format may relate to: |
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Feedback on future information needs may be obtained from: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Property development, sales and management |
Competency field
Competency field |
Property operations and development |