Apply GIS software to problem-solving techniques

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
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Unit of competency

National Code
CPPSIS4015A

State Code
D1510

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
07/04/2011

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

07/07/2014

Field of Education

031199 - Geomatic Engineering, N.e.c.

Original Release Date

07/07/2014

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply geographic information systems (GIS) software to resolve problems, using spatial and aspatial data in an integrated manner. It requires the ability to operate GIS applications correctly in order to perform the required tasks of a spatial project. Functions would be carried out under limited supervision and within organisational guidelines.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1Use GIS software to query spatial data.

1.1 Spatial data updates are accessed, read, interpreted and edited to ensure they are in an acceptable format to meet functional requirements.1.2 Entities and attributes are used to display spatial information that will assist in the delivery of spatial information services.
1.3 Entity and attribute queries of spatial data are used to generate summary results.1.4 Results from queries are used to present spatial data graphically according to organisational guidelines.1.5 Entity and attribute queries are applied when using univariate statistics to explore the dataset.1.6 Routine spatial data problems or irregularities are solved in the course of the activity or via consultation with relevant personnel.1.7 Keyboard and computer hardware equipment are used to meet functional requirements on speed and accuracy and according to OHS requirements.1.8 Skills and knowledge are updated to accommodate changes in GIS software.

2Solve problems using GIS software.

2.1 Existing spatial and aspatial data is adjusted to integrate with new data to meet documentation and reporting requirements and to add to personal learning and organisational intelligence.2.2 Geospatial techniques on appropriate software are used to combine spatial layers data to solve problems, highlight selected data features and improve the visual aspect and understanding of the project.2.3 Spatial overlay techniques are used to solve problems and generate results pertaining to the spatial project as specified by relevant personnel.2.4 Cartographic integrity is tested and validated to solve accuracy and quality problems.

3Produce reports based on basic spatial analysis.

3.1 Map or plans are integrated into project reports.3.2 Results, summary statistics and graphs from a mapping application are incorporated into a project.3.3 Legal and ethical requirements are adhered to according to organisational guidelines.

4Archive data.

4.1 Spatial dataset to be archived is manipulated where necessary to ensure completeness.4.2 Metadata is created according to accepted industry standards.4.3 New and existing spatial data is stored and archival details are recorded according to organisational guidelines.

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Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WE782	CPPSIS4035A	Apply GIS software to problem-solving techniques	Unit of competency

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