Preliminary VET Assessment Manual 2012
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Vocational Education and Training Student Assessment Policy The St Mary Star of the Sea College Vocational Educational Assessment Policy incorporates and recognises all aspects of the College’s HSC Assessment policy. The Vocational Education courses within the Curriculum framework are assessed under the guidelines of the college’s policy of HSC assessment in regards to publishing timing of tasks, keeping records of tasks, confidentiality of results and recognising your right of appeal. The Nature of Vocational Education and Training Assessment Tasks In Vocational Education competency based courses, students performance is judged against a prescribed standard – not against the performance of other students. You are judged either competent or not yet competent. Competency based assessment incorporated all aspects of skill performance, including problem solving and capacity to apply skills and knowledge in both familiar and new situations. Assessment of competence involved the assessment of skills and knowledge combined. AQF Certificate To achieve an AQF Certificate or Statement of Attainment, you must be assessed as competent according to the requirements set out in the national training package. Assessment Guidelines The role of vocational education assessment guidelines is to provide the principles and guidance to ensure that the assessment is fair, valid, consistent and to industry standard. Unit Assessment Assessment may be conducted for individual units of competency or for groups of units of competency. Students assessed as competent in one or more individual units will be eligible for a Statement of Attainment showing partial completion of the relevant certificate.
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Workplacement Workplacement is an excellent opportunity to participate effectively within industry in order to build upon knowledge and skills learned at the College. Students thoroughly enjoy their time at workplacement, with many often being offered part-time work, apprenticeships or traineeships. This is a mandatory requirement for Year 11 and/or Year 12 students undertaking Industry Specific Curriculum Frameworks as part of the Higher School Certificate. It is also a component of any course recognised by the Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Training Board. (VETAB). Workplacement involves negotiation between the school and employer about the course learning outcomes to be achieved on the job. Workplacement also involves competency based assessment of industry recognised skills and knowledge which is reported through a Student Competency Board. Workplacement Requirements 240 hour course – a minimum of 70 hours Students who do not complete workplacement will not be eligible for a HSC Award in that subject. Those students may be issued with an N determination by the Principal. What are the recommended assessment methods in Vet courses? The recommended assessment methods encompass a wide range of techniques. These techniques include the use of:
Direct observation of performance Simulation of workplace activities Oral questioning Practical exercises Projects/assignments Work portfolios Class Tests
What are the procedures for VET Assessment? You and your VET teacher negotiate and agree to the timing of the competency based assessment event. Assessment evidence can be gathered on a number of occasions and in a variety of situations. You are allowed three attempts to demonstrate “competence”. All performance criteria need to be met to demonstrate the achievement of an element of competency All elements of competency must be achieved in order to demonstrate the achievement of a unit of competency.
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What happens if you are unable to attend school or arrive late on the day to complete or hand in an assessment task ILLNESS
MISADVENTURE
You will be given a zero for the task
no
You must ring the College by 8.45am
You must ring the College by 8.45am
no
You will be given a zero for the task
You will be given a zero for the task
no
Have all relevant parts of Section A & B of the Illness/Misadventure form completed.
Have all relevant parts of Section A & B of the Illness/Misadventure form completed.
no
You will be given a zero for the task
See the Academic Care Coordinator with completed Illness / Misadventure form (including Year Coordinator’s signature) on return to school.
See the Academic Care Coordinator with completed Illness / Misadventure form (including Year Coordinator’s signature) on return to school.
You will be given a zero for the task
no
no
You will be given a zero for the task
Academic Care Coordinator completed forms will be given to the relevant KLA Coordinator for decision. KLA Coordinator will advise student of decision and return Illness/Misadventure form to Academic Care Coordinator for further action.
Once the above process has been followed the Academic Care Coordinator will notify the VET Coordinator that a second attempt may be given. NOTE: this will depend on the validity of reason for not participating in first attempt.
If you are assessed NOT YET COMPETENT, after your first or second attempt you will be given the opportunity to resit the task to prove your competency. The timing and record keeping of the second and third attempt is kept by the VET teacher. Notification of date for second or third attempt will be given individually and communicated through the diary.
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How is VET assessment recorded? Successful demonstration of competency is recorded by your teacher. Your teacher will keep a copy of this at the College until you complete your course. Records of assessment remain confidential. Can I appeal the result of my assessment? You are able to appeal the assessment decision in accordance with the College’s Appeal Policy. Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) RPL is the practise of recognising the knowledge and skills that students bring to any learning situation. All students undertaking a VET course may apply for RPL. The process for application is as follows; 1. All students enrolled in VET subjects are provided with the learning outcomes of the course so they can determine if they have any prior learning. 2. If you wish to apply for RPL you will need to complete an application form 3. The outcome of the request for RPL will be based on:
Direct or first hand evidence (eg written test) Indirect or second hand evidence (eg references, positions held) Formal documentation of skills or knowledge (eg qualification certificates)
VET Assessments are used to determine each students level of competency within the National Framework. They are not used to determine the final HSC mark. VET HSC and Trial Exam Marks are used to determine an HSC examination estimate for the Board of Studies. The normal College assessment policy is applicable for these examinations. You must submit an illness/misadventure form if you are absent.
Work placement with current employer A student may be eligible to complete their workplacement with their current employer. If you wish to complete your workplacement with your current employer you will nee to apply to the VET Coordinator. A decision will be made based on: The length of time you have worked with the current employer, including references from employer. The suitability of the establishment to provide a variety learning experiences for the student
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Subject: BUSINESS SERVICES - Curriculum Framework CATEGORY B INTERNAL ASSESSMENT Completion of a record of competency Students assessed as, 1. Competent 2. Not yet Competent UNITS OF COMPETENCY
ASSESSMENT EVENT
COMMENCEMENT DATE
BSBIND201A Work effectively in a business environment
Task 1 Research Project
Term 1, 1st half
BSBOHS201A Participate in OHS Processes
Task 2 Observation Workplacement Written test Presentation Task 3 Practical exercises Written test Task 4 Holistic assessment Written test Practical exercise Observation Preliminary Exam Written
Term 1, 2nd half
BSBITU201A Produce simple word processed documents BSBWOR204A, BSBCMM201A Use business technology and communicate in the workplace
Core and Modules
Term 2, 1st half and Term 2, 2nd half Term 3, 1st half
Term 3 Exam Period
All assessments will be supplemented by continued activities in class throughout the course for which students will receive ongoing feedback.
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Subject: ENTERTAINMENT – Live Production, Theatre and Events (Technical Operations) CATEGORY B INTERNAL ASSESSMENT Completion of a record of competency Students assessed as, 1. Competent 2. Not yet Competent UNITS OF COMPETENCY Safe Work Environments Staging BSBOHS201A Participate in OHS process CUESTA05C Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities CUECOR02C Work with others CUEINDOIC Source and apply entertainment industry knowledge Working and communicating in the industry BSBCMM201A Communicate in the workplace CUECOR02C Work with others BSBDIV301A Work effectively with diversity CUECOR04B Deal with conflict and resolve complaints CUECOR03A Provide quality service to customers
ASSESSMENT EVENT Task 1 Industry Terminology
COMMENCEMENT DATE
Term 1, 1st half Term 1, 2nd half
Task 2 Role Play OHS
Task 3 Event Management Bread and Jam Task 4 Event Management Creative Arts Task 5 In class test That’s Entertainment Task 6 BSBOHS201A Participate in OHS process Event Management CUECOR01C Manage own work and learning Task 7 CUEINDOIC Source and apply Workplacement entertainment industry knowledge CUECOR02C Work with others CUESOU07B Apply a general knowledge of audio to work activities Core, Compulsory, Elective Units Preliminary Exam Written
Rotation Term 2 Term 2, 2nd half Term 2, 2nd half
Rotation Term 3 Term 3/4, as per matrix or individual arrangement
Term 3 Exam Period
Participation in at least 80% of practical tasks throughout the course.
All assessments will be supplemented by continued activities in class throughout the course Students will be given continuous feedback
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Subject: HOSPITALITY Kitchen Operations Curriculum Framework Stream – Commercial Cookery CATEGORY B INTERNAL ASSESSMENT Completion of a record of competency Students assessed as, 1. Competent 2. Not yet Competent UNITS OF COMPETENCY
ASSESSMENT EVENT
COMMENCEMENT DATE
Clean as a Whistle SITXOHS002A Follow workplace hygiene procedures SITHCCC004A Clean and maintain premises
Task 1 Report Hand in Task 2 Practical and Room audit
Basic Safety SITXOHSOO1A Follow health safety and security procedures Basic Culinary SITHCCC001A Organise and prepare food SITHCCC003A Receive and store kitchen supplies Present food SITHCCC002A
Task 3 Research Hand in
Term 2, 2nd half
Task 4 Test in class Task 5 Practical event
Term 2, 2nd half Term 3, 1st half
Relationships SITXCOM001A Work with colleagues and customers SITXCOM002A Work in a socially diverse environment Bread Buns Bagels SITXFSA001A Implement food safety SITHCCC007A Prepare sandwiches Compulsory, Elective and Commercial Cookery Stream Units
Task 6 Test Task 7 Workplacement
Term 3, 1st half Term 4 (matrix)
Preliminary Exam Written and practical
Term 3, 2nd half
Preliminary Exam written and practical
Term 3, 2nd half
Term 1, 1st half Term 1, 2nd half
Participation in at least 80% of practical tasks throughout the course.
All assessments will be supplemented by continued activities in class throughout the course Students will be given continuous feedback
Vocational Education and Training Assessment Manual 2012