Unit of competency Outline

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Analyse data

Analyse data

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBDAT501
State Code
OCG35
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/03/2021
Field of Education
010103 - Statistics
Original Release Date
16/03/2021
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse data from a range of sources and to report findings of that data analysis. The unit applies to those typically in roles required to analyse data, communicate trends and make recommendations. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for data analysis
  • 1.1 Establish task requirements
  • 1.2 Access source of reliable data according to task requirements and organisational policies and procedures
  • 1.3 Evaluate reliability of data
  • 1.4 Store data according to organisational policies and procedures
2. Analyse dataset
  • 2.1 Select methods of data analysis according to task requirements and industry best practice
  • 2.2 Categorise data for analysis
  • 2.3 Analyse and synthesise data according to task requirements, organisational policies and procedures and industry best practice
3. Finalise data analysis process
  • 3.1 Conduct statistical analysis to confirm accuracy of data analysis
  • 3.2 Identify and remove incorrect results
  • 3.3 Select outcomes that are relevant to purpose of analysis
  • 3.4 Report on key outcomes
  • 3.5 Store analytics results and report according to organisational policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUK82 BSBCUE404 Collect, analyse and record information Unit of competency
OAE51 BSBITU501 Conduct data analysis Unit of competency
AUJ40 BSBCUE503 Manage data interrogation Unit of competency