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Use planning software systems in operations

Use planning software systems in operations

Unit of competency
National Code
MSS402086
State Code
OER71
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/05/2023
Field of Education
080905 - Practical Computing Skills
Original Release Date
03/05/2023
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to access an enterprise control system to find information and to apply the information in routine decisions within their job role. Within this unit, enterprise control system refers to information technology (IT) systems that integrate data from several processes or operations across the organisation to support overall effectiveness and efficiency. Examples include Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Materials Resource Planning (MRPII), supply chain management systems and management control systems. This unit applies to any organisation that uses an enterprise control system.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Use interface
  • 1.1 Identify terminals relevant to own workstation and functions
  • 1.2 Use peripherals to access system
  • 1.3 Navigate through system and screens to find program menu and data relevant to own work
  • 1.4 Identify and input information on own work processes at required frequency and to required detail
  • 1.5 Access message section and read and acknowledge messages
  • 1.6 Identify problems and make suggestions for improvements to relevance of planning software to own work
2. Access information
  • 2.1 Identify work processes that require information from planning software system
  • 2.2 Obtain data and information on current operations from the planning software system
  • 2.3 Interpret data and information required by own job
  • 2.4 Find and use relevant historical data and information
  • 2.5 Read and interpret information to identify and prioritise action/s
3. Take action in accordance with procedures
  • 3.1 Take action/s in response to information obtained from planning software
  • 3.2 Monitor whether anticipated results have occurred and make adjustments according to procedures and own scope of responsibility
  • 3.3 Record adjustments and variations according to procedures
  • 3.4 Identify any skills or other support needed to use planning software and seek assistance
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAE95 MSS402083 Use planning software systems in operations Unit of competency