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MSL974023 — Capture and manage scientific images

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What an assessment for MSL974023 must cover

47 assessable components: 4 elements (14 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 32 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Establish requirements for image capture

  • 1.1Define requirements and purpose of the work and create a brief
  • 1.2Choose an imaging technique that maintains the integrity and veracity of the subject and fulfils the work requirements
  • 1.3Plan the work using technical knowledge to ensure an effective and efficient result

2 Plan and set up the shoot

  • 2.1Select and assemble the required equipment
  • 2.2Follow ethical and legal work practices at all times
  • 2.3Assess risks or hazards and implement safety procedures
  • 2.4Prepare the subject to achieve the brief

3 Capture and reproduce the required image

  • 3.1Expose media or film and accurately document the work in progress
  • 3.2Review the image against the work requirements and repeat if necessary
  • 3.3Reproduce the image to specification

4 Keep records and deliver images

  • 4.1Accurately and retrievably record the request, technical specifications and images so that they are retrievable
  • 4.2Store records safely and securely to archival standards
  • 4.3Follow copyright and crediting policies and procedures
  • 4.4Deliver images and confirm accuracy

Performance evidence

  • captured and delivered accurate and reproducible images of at least 5 scientific subjects using a scientific approach and workplace procedures/protocols to ensure the integrity of the images.

Knowledge evidence

  • workplace policies and procedures for capturing and managing scientific images
  • repercussions of manipulation of images and differences between adjustment and manipulation
  • scientific approach and protocols to ensure integrity of images
  • scientific imaging techniques:
  • photographic (digital, transparencies and prints)
  • video
  • other non-visible light sources, such as ultraviolet (UV) light, fluorescence and phosphorescence
  • direct transformation from images to data, such as reading of DNA sequencing gels
  • X-ray and auto-radiations
  • micrographs and electron micrographs
  • purpose of the image:
  • publication as a thesis
  • presentation on the web
  • temporal serial recording of changes over time
  • display as a poster, diorama, print or projection
  • preview, snapshot or proof of an image for production at a later stage
  • records of data for inclusion in databases
  • use in forensic investigation or court proceedings
  • veracity of different types of storage media
  • ethical and legal work practices:
  • industry codes of practice, contracts, permits, intellectual property (IP), crediting, plagiarism and copyright
  • moral rights, model release, etiquette, decorum and sensitivity towards the subject, and confidentiality
  • production of images:
  • sending images for processing
  • processing the images
  • use of commercial software
  • storage of records:
  • the brief, technical specifications and images
  • file management (back-ups, data retrieval and storage)
  • paper-based, electronic or digital
  • awareness of environmental sustainability issues as they relate to the work task
  • legal, ethical and work health and safety (WHS) requirements specific to the work task.

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What does an assessment tool for MSL974023 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSL974023 needs to address all 47 unit components: 4 elements with 14 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 32 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for MSL974023?

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