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Diploma of Spatial Information Services
Diploma of Spatial Information Services
CPP50216
BAI5
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 07/01/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 17/01/2017 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 06/05/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of skilled geographic information system (GIS) technicians. They perform advanced data manipulation, including spatial dataset updating and management, and use a range of technologies, such as global navigation satellite system (GNSS) and specialised geospatial software.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of endorsement.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- fifteen (15) units of competency:
- six (6) core units
- nine (9) elective units.
The elective units must ensure the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows:
- all nine (9) units may be chosen from the elective units listed below
- up to two (2) units may be chosen from other Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualifications in CPP, or another current Training Package or accredited course, provided they do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AXI12 | CPPSIS5032 | Capture new spatial data | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AXF07 | CPPSIS6040 | Develop 2-D and 3-D terrain visualisations | 160 | Unit of competency |
| AXG08 | CPPSIS5036 | Integrate spatial datasets | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AXI20 | CPPSIS5035 | Obtain and validate spatial data | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AXG88 | CPPSIS5039 | Plan and implement spatial projects | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AXI65 | CPPSIS5031 | Plan spatial data collection | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Nine electives must be completed, with at least seven (7) chosen from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J358 | CPP50212 | Diploma of Spatial Information Services | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGJ1 | CPP50221 | Diploma of Spatial Information Services | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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