Unit of competency Outline

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Develop and monitor collection management

Develop and monitor collection management

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMCAN502
State Code
BBE32
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/11/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2018
Field of Education
080315 - Project Management
Original Release Date
20/06/2018
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and monitor the implementation of a collection plan, by ensuring extensive liaison with internal and external personnel and assisting in the development of institutional policies, manuals and records in the area of species management.It applies to senior or more experienced keepers, such as a keeper in charge, who operates as a specialist in collection management while demonstrating competence in other specialist areas including animal husbandry, interpretive and learning programs, nutrition, conservation and research.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assist with the development of the collection plan
  • 1.1 Prepare collection plan according to workplace policies and procedures
  • 1.2 Liaise with internal and external personnel about collection planning
  • 1.3 Consider recommendations of Taxon Advisory Groups when acquiring and disposing of animals
  • 1.4 Evaluate merits of each species in the collection plan
  • 1.5 Use databases and other resources
2. Contribute to collection planning policy and practice
  • 2.1 Assist with development of collection planning policy
  • 2.2 Provide information or assistance to regional and international studbooks and management plans
  • 2.3 Analyse and review the collection plan and present recommendations to management
  • 2.4 Prepare reports and present to management according to workplace policies and procedures
  • 2.5 Coordinate and maintain section animal records according to workplace policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3866 ACMCAN502A Develop and monitor collection management Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODC77 ACMEXH401 Implement species population planning and management Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDN9 ACM40217 Certificate IV in Captive Animals Qualification