COURSE OUTLINE AND TIMEFRAME

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : COLLECT, ANALYZE AND ORGANIZE INFORMATION

UNIT CODE : 500311118

UNIT DESCRIPTOR : This unit covers the outcomes required to process, analyze, interpret and organize workplace information and other relevant data.
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ELEMENT
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Italicized terms are elaborated in the Range of Variables

1. Study information requirements
1.1 Needs are identified using established research procedures
1.2 Relevant forms and recording systems are used to gather the information.
1.3 Respondents are selected to implement survey / research based on established procedures.


2. Process data
2.1 Data are collected and collated based on the prescribed method.
2.2 Relevant data are used as references in accordance with the objectives of the program.
2.3 Information is compiled according to the required form.


3. Analyze, interpret and organize information gathered
3.1 Data are analyzed using relevant methodologies
3.2 Where applicable, statistical analysis/methods are employed according to the objectives of the program
3.3 Graphs and other visual presentations are prepared to facilitate analysis / interpretation of information

4. Present findings/ recommendations
4.1 Findings/recommendations summarized and presented/packaged in user-friendly manner
4.2 Relevant inputs gathered to finalize report
4.3 Draft report prepared based on standard format.
4.4 Technical reports are submitted and disseminated to concerned offices.







RANGE OF VARIABLES

VARIABLE R A N G E

1. Research procedures
May include but are not limited to:
1.1 TNA
1.2 Front-end analysis
1.3 Surveys
1.4 Interviews
1.5 Functional analysis
1.6 DACUM research


2. Forms
May include but are not limited to:
2.1 Survey forms/Questionnaires
2.2 Personal information/Profile
2.3 Accident report form
2.4 Requisition slip
2.5 Job orders
2.6 Purchase request form
2.7 Incident report form


3. Methodologies
3.1 Qualitative methods
3.2 Quantitative methods

4. Statistical analysis/methods
4.1. Averages (Mean, Median, Mode)
4.2. Percentage
4.3. Ranks
4.4. Frequency Distribution
4.5 Statistical test


5. Data
5.1. Raw Data

6. Information
6.1. Processed and packaged data







EVIDENCE GUIDE

1. Critical Aspects of Competency Assessment requires evidence that the candidate
1.1 Determined information requirements based on organizational goals and objectives.
1.2 Used relevant forms and recording systems to gather data
1.3 Processed data based on the objectives of the program
1.4 Utilized relevant research methods based on the objective of the program
1.5 Analyzed and organized information gathered
1.6 Submitted/Disseminated technical reports to concerned offices

2. Underpinning Knowledge 2.1 Data processing, Information analysis and interpretation
2.2 Research methods
2.2.1 Qualitative
2.2.2 Quantitative
2.2.3 Statistical
2.3 Report writing
2.4 Use of relevant software
2.4.1 Spreadsheets
2.4.2 Presentation graphics
2.4.3 Work processor
2.4.4 Statistical package
3. Underpinning Skills 3.1 Communicating effectively
3.2 Performing research and analysis
3.3 Reading / interpreting data and information
3.4 Problem solving
4. Resource Implications The following resources MUST be provided:
4.1 Workplace or assessment location
4.2 Access to office equipment and facilities relevant to the unit
4.3 Case studies/scenarios
5. Methods of Assessment
Competency may be assessed through:
5.1 Written/ Oral Examination
5.2 Interviews
5.3 Portfolio

6. Context of Assessment 6.1 Competency may be assessed in actual workplace or TESDA Accredited Assessment Center

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