Unit of competency Outline

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Conduct research

Conduct research

Unit of competency
National Code
CUARES412
State Code
ODH51
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
120105 - Learning Skills Programmes
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct research in response to a brief on a predetermined topic.The unit applies to those who work with a significant degree of autonomy, but who usually report to a manager or client. Individuals might be full-time research officers or those for whom research forms part of their job. Alternatively, they may provide research services on a contract basis.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Clarify research brief
  • 1.1 Receive research brief and confirm research content and completion deadlines with required personnel
  • 1.2 Identify research and data gathering techniques that best meet research brief requirements
  • 1.3 Discuss research ideas with required personnel and identify any implications for research brief
  • 1.4 Discuss and agree on format for presenting research findings with required personnel
  • 1.5 Identify issues of a culturally sensitive or legal nature that affect research briefs as required
  • 1.6 Alert required personnel to potential issues in meeting brief and agree on alternative strategies or outcomes
  • 1.7 Assess brief and identify need for specialist research expertise in discussion with required personnel as required
2. Gather and record information
  • 2.1 Identify, record and maintain accurate details of information sources and potential contributors
  • 2.2 Design research tools as required
  • 2.3 Research different sources according to research brief
  • 2.4 Adhere to work health and safety standards while working with screens and keyboards
  • 2.5 Adjust research strategies according to research brief as required
  • 2.6 Record and store all information and data in a system that meets research brief requirements and according to organisational policies and procedures
3. Analyse research findings
  • 3.1 Analyse and interpret data or information gathered
  • 3.2 Check all facts and assess all information before including in research findings
  • 3.3 Develop conclusions and recommendations as required in consultation with required personnel
4. Present research findings
  • 4.1 Organise information logically and clearly in format that meets research brief requirements
  • 4.2 Present information to required personnel by agreed deadlines
  • 4.3 Identify key issues for further research or discussion with required personnel
  • 4.4 Seek feedback on the quality of research and note areas for improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWH00 CUARES402 Conduct research Unit of competency