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Design and produce maps

Design and produce maps

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPSSI4039
State Code
OCV19
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
031103 - Mapping Science
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to apply cartographic principles and conventions to design and produce maps. It includes interpreting specifications and information for map design and layout to produce a map that includes elements, features and spatial reference systems which meet client needs. The unit also includes using geographic information system (GIS) software.This unit is suitable for entry-level technicians who use a broad range of cognitive, technical and communication skills to select and apply a range of methods, tools, materials and information to complete routine and non-routine activities and provide and transmit solutions to a variety of predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems. Surveying and spatial information skills are applied in a range of industry contexts, including town planning, civil construction, mining, engineering, health, agriculture and defence.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with relevant state/territory regulations that govern surveying work, as well as work health and safety (WHS) legislation and regulations that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan map design.
  • 1.1 Clarify task requirements, map type and purpose in consultation with appropriate persons.
  • 1.2 Research and source required datasets and assess for suitability to meet task requirements.
  • 1.3 Plan geoprocessing workflow for the task.
  • 1.4 Design the map layout and identify cartographic principles, conventions and standards to be applied according to the task and organisational guidelines.
  • 1.5 Comply with legislative requirements for accessing and displaying spatial data, including data privacy and copyright.
  • 1.6 Comply with WHS requirements when working on screen-based equipment.
2 Process data and prepare map.
  • 2.1 Access and incorporate vector and raster spatial data from a range of sources to meet the task requirements.
  • 2.2 Carry out geoprocessing on datasets to produce data for map content.
  • 2.3 Apply cartographic design principles to symbolise data according to task requirements.
  • 2.4 Produce precise and accurate map.
3 Finalise process.
  • 3.1 Perform self-evaluation of the map and assess compliance of map layout with task and organisational requirements.
  • 3.2 Finalise map and complete hard copy or digital output according to task requirements.
  • 3.3 Complete documentation according to organisational requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXG15 CPPSIS4039 Design and produce maps Unit of competency