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Assist with scientific technical support

Assist with scientific technical support

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPSCI002
State Code
AWT57
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
120105 - Learning Skills Programmes
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills required to provide technical support in a scientific and/or research environment, with full responsibility for delegated technical duties, including experimental, survey, sampling and/or analytical tasks. It includes identifying and organising technical duties, and assisting in the collection, recording and presentation of information.This unit applies to those working in technical support in a scientific and/or research environment.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, while performing routine tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and organise technical duties
  • 1.1 Identify and confirm delegated technical duties and responsibilities with other staff members.
  • 1.2 Identify processes, resources, timelines and equipment requirements.
  • 1.3 Identify risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements.
  • 1.4 Obtain and prepare resources and equipment.
2. Assist in the collection and recording of information
  • 2.1 Carry out technical duties.
  • 2.2 Collect and record information in accordance with set processes and timelines.
  • 2.3 Use and maintain resources and equipment.
  • 2.4 Follow risk management practices, work health and safety, environmental and other legislative requirements.
3. Assist in the presentation of data
  • 3.1 Maintain data records.
  • 3.2 Manipulate data and generate reports in accordance with task requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C8299 PSPSCI301A Assist with scientific technical support Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZX1 PSP30116 Certificate III in Government Qualification