Module Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:50 AM AWST
22/07/2026 9:50 AM AWST
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Undertake a simple investigation of an environmental issue
Undertake a simple investigation of an environmental issue
Module
National Code
VU23811
VU23811
State Code
BA564
BA564
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/08/2025
Field of Education
120199 - General Education Programmes, N.e.c.
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake a simple research project on an environmental issue. It requires the ability to select and investigate an environmental issue and present the findings.
This unit applies to learners wishing to improve their educational and vocational participation options in the science field.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
This unit applies to learners wishing to improve their educational and vocational participation options in the science field.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Select an environmental issue
- 1.1 Identify an environmental issue
- 1.2 Identify the key scientific basis of the environmental issue
Investigate the environmental issue
- 2.1 Develop a plan to investigate the environmental issue in consultation with a relevant person
- 2.2 Select appropriate investigation methods in consultation with a relevant person
- 2.3 Follow the plan and identify the impact of the environmental issue
- 2.4 Record the results of the investigation using appropriate scientific terminology
Report on the investigation
- 3.1 Present the findings of the investigation
- 3.2 Discuss the impact of the issue on an individual or the community
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AX530 | VU22403 | Undertake a simple investigation of an environmental issue | Unit of competency |
Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHE21 | 22690VIC | Certificate I in General Education for Adults | Accredited course |