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Report environmental data

Report environmental data

Unit of competency
National Code
MSS025032
State Code
OEQ44
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
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
03/05/2023
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to process, interrogate and interpret environmental data and report results. This unit applies to environmental technicians and similar roles who are required to perform scientific calculations, analyse trends and uncertainty in data, identify aberrant data, and use standard statistical methods to interpret data and present results.The individual will solve problems where alternatives are not obvious and where investigations and trials may be required, and the implications of various solutions considered. A calculator or computer and software will typically be used but is not required. 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. Perform scientific calculations
  • 1.1 Ensure raw data is consistent with expectations and reasonable ranges
  • 1.2 Calculate scientific quantities involving algebraic, power, exponential and logarithmic functions
  • 1.3 Check calculated values are consistent with expectations and recalculate to correct any errors
  • 1.4 Present results using appropriate units, uncertainties and number of significant figures
2. Determine variation or uncertainty in data distributions
  • 2.1 Organise raw data into appropriate frequency distributions
  • 2.2 Calculate means, medians, modes, ranges and standard deviations for ungrouped and grouped data
  • 2.3 Interpret frequency distributions to determine the characteristics of the sample or population
  • 2.4 Calculate standard deviations and confidence limits for means and replicates
  • 2.5 Estimate the sampling error or uncertainty in data using statistical analysis
  • 2.6 Determine data acceptability using statistical tests and workplace procedures
3. Read and interpret data and related statistics
  • 3.1 Recognise significant trends in data
  • 3.2 Use standard statistical methods to test for an association or correlation between variables
  • 3.3 Use standard statistical methods to test hypotheses involving the same variable between samples, samples with more than one variable and paired samples
  • 3.4 Verify data interpretation with supervisor
4. Check for aberrant data sets
  • 4.1 Identify data that cannot be reconciled with sample, data set and documentation, monitoring procedures and expected outcomes
  • 4.2 Determine actions in consultation with supervisor
5. Report data and analysis
  • 5.1 Use charts, tables and graphs in the required format to present summarised data and analysis results
  • 5.2 Verify that entry of data and results are correct
  • 5.3 Clearly identify summary information and any significant trends and problems with data
  • 5.4 Write reports in a format and style consistent with their intended use and workplace guidelines
  • 5.5 Communicate results within the specified time and in accordance with workplace confidentiality and security guidelines
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State Code National Code Title Type
OAF76 MSS025019 Report environmental data Unit of competency