Modification History
This unit supersedes and is equivalent to FDFLABALDA Analyse laboratory data.
April 2012: Minor typographical corrections.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to perform routine laboratory calculations, analyse trends and report results. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit has application in a wine operations laboratory environment. It typically targets the worker responsible for analysing and interpreting laboratory data. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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FDFLAB2006A |
Record laboratory data |
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 performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Perform laboratory calculations |
1.1 Raw data is confirmed within standard or normal range of results 1.2 Arithmetic processes involving decimals, fractions, ratios, proportions and concentrations are used to perform laboratory calculations 1.3 Scientific quantities are calculated using given formulae and data 1.4 Calculated quantities are verified by using estimation techniques 1.5 Data is presented using the relevant corrections, factors, units, and number of significant figures |
2. Analyse laboratory data |
2.1 Data is analysed to determine if the product and/or process is in control 2.2 Trends and anomalies in data are identified and reported 2.3 Possible causes for variation or non-compliance are identified and/or investigated 2.4 Corrective action is taken to maintain process and/or product within control according to workplace procedures |
3. Report results |
3.1 Charts, tables and graphs are used to present results in the correct format 3.2 Correct data entry is verified 3.3 Reports are prepared in the required format 3.4 Results are communicated within the specified time 3.5 Workplace confidentiality standards are maintained |
Required Skills and Knowledge
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
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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, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
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Method of assessment |
This unit should be assessed together with other units of competency relevant to the function or work role. |
Guidance information for assessment |
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competence should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities. |
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included. |
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Policies and procedures |
Work is carried out in accordance with workplace procedures, licensing requirements and legislative requirements |
Workplace information |
Workplace information may include:
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Data |
Laboratory data may include:
Data may be presented in the form of:
Data may be recorded:
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Calculations |
Calculations may be performed:
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Arithmetic processes |
Arithmetic processes may include:
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Record verification |
Verification of records may be achieved by:
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Reports |
Reports will involve:
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Information systems |
Information systems may be:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Wine operations |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.