Unit of competency details

Elements and Performance Criteria 

Element 

Performance Criteria 

1

Obtain gaming machine data.

1.1

Retrieve data from gaming machine and system  using retrieval system  in line with enterprise procedures and legislative requirements.

1.2

Record data  using correct methods and terminology according to enterprise procedures and legislative requirements.

2

Analyse data.

2.1

Analyse data according to enterprise procedures and legislative requirements.

2.2

Perform cash flow analysis according to the correct mathematical equation, including analysis of metered information and cash data.

2.3

Identify variances and determine possible causes according to legislative requirements and enterprise procedures.

3

Prepare reports.

3.1

Prepare reports  and present them to the appropriate person according to industry and enterprise standards and legislative requirements.

This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit:

problem-solving skills to identify variances in data analysis, determine reason and rectify problem

literacy skills to compare data against key performance indicators and identify variances

writing skills to complete reports on gaming machine data or outcomes

numeracy skills to check and analyse data.

The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit:

basic requirements of relevant state and territory legislation, including:

requirements for record keeping, analysing and reporting on the operation of gaming machines and subsidiary equipment

requirement for responsible provision of gambling services, including procedures for self-exclusion of problem gamblers

general licence requirements

licensing of repairers, service consultants and machine managers

general accounting requirements

fees, taxes and levies

mathematical design and reconciliation of all linked systems

mathematical and analytical concepts relevant to gambling

working knowledge of a computerised gaming machine program.

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.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency 

Evidence of the following is essential:

ability to analyse and report on gaming machine data accurately for a range of different games appropriate to industry sector and enterprise

awareness of security issues and compliance with security procedures

compliance with legislative and licensing requirements

demonstration of skills in analysing and reporting on gaming machine data for various gaming machines on multiple occasions.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Assessment must ensure demonstration of skills using operational gaming machines and gaming equipment, including:

gaming machines, which may include poker machines, approved amusement devices, slot machines, multi-terminal gaming machines, progressive or stand-alone machines, stand-alone games, linked machines and linked progressive jackpot systems

applicable header systems

data retrieval system

gaming machine reporting software.

Methods of assessment 

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

evaluation of reports and gaming data analysis completed by candidate

oral or written questions to assess knowledge of gaming legislation and enterprise procedures

review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

SITHGAM005A Develop and manage gaming activities

SITHGAM006A Provide responsible gambling services.

Assessing employability skills 

Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors. How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts.
Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification and in the context of the job role.

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.

Gaming machines and systems  include:

stand-alone gaming machines

stand-alone progressive jackpot machines

multi-terminal machines

linked progressive systems, including:

bonus (random) link systems

combination dependent systems

progressive and stand-alone jackpot systems where appropriate

inter-venue progressive jackpot link systems

hyperlink

player loyalty systems

data retrieval systems.

Retrieval systems  may be:

manual

electronic

accounting, including header and venue-specific

promotional.

Data  includes:

gross results of a gaming machine's operation, including meter readings and their increments

operational data of a gaming machine, including clearances, payouts and hopper weigh amounts

cash flow, including machine specifications and linked progressive jackpot configurations.

Reports  include:

cash flow analysis

net revenue analysis and profit variance

meter comparison report

history reports, including net revenue analysis and profit variance

stand-alone progressive and link-progressive jackpot system reconciliations

reports to enterprise management

profit reports and declarations

duty calculations and returns.