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Manage the use of appropriate development methodologies

Manage the use of appropriate development methodologies

Unit of competency
National Code
ICAICT603A
State Code
D7900
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/10/2011
Field of Education
020305 - Systems Analysis And Design
Original Release Date
11/10/2011
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to nominate the most appropriate methodology from traditional and non-traditional systems development methodologies for use by a team.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine and select appropriate methodology for a given activity
  • 1.1 Determine and define subject activity
  • 1.2 Define criteria for selection of development methodology
  • 1.3 Review and evaluate with project leader a range of traditional and non-traditional system-development methodologies
  • 1.4 Select appropriate system development methodology to suit the activity
  • 1.5 Brief project team on selected methodology
2. Direct the use of the selected development methodology
  • 2.1 Review the initial project plan to guide developmental processes
  • 2.2 Review the identification of appropriate task types according to development methodology
  • 2.3 Review the description and articulation of task types
  • 2.4 Review the definition of appropriate control structures that need to be created during task type execution
  • 2.5 Review the identification of resources to support methodology selection
  • 2.6 Monitor the application of appropriate methodology to solve tasks
  • 2.7 Monitor the project flow and effectiveness of use of methodology against project plan
  • 2.8 Review the documented opportunities for improvement, lessons learned and recommendations for future projects
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Methodology may include:
traditional
non-traditional.
Traditional system-development methodologies may include:
design methodology
project life cycle
structured systems analysis.
Non-traditional system-development methodologies may include:
object-oriented analysis and design
prototyping
soft system methodology
version control.
Task types may relate to:
fixed unit
fixed duration
fixed work.
Control structures may include:
a review process
acceptance criteria
inspection
test plans.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
manage a project team
review a project plan
supervise the application of a methodology to a project
evaluate a range of development methodologies and their application to a project or scenario
review documentation as required by the chosen methodology.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
design specifications and current methodologies
organisational standards for documentation and version control
detailed user-requirements document, including model and scope
project plan.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of candidate reviewing the stages of a development methodology within the scope of a project
verbal or written questioning to assess candidate’s knowledge of a variety of system development methodologies and their application to a systems project
evaluation of candidate’s review of supporting documentation produced by project team.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUU71 ICTICT603 Manage the use of appropriate development methodologies Unit of competency