Diploma of Spatial Information Services - CPP50216

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Description

This qualification reflects the role of skilled geographic information system (GIS) technicians. They perform advanced data manipulation, including spatial dataset updating and management, and use a range of technologies, such as global navigation satellite system (GNSS) and specialised geospatial software.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of endorsement.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.

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Satisfied with Training

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Improved Work Status

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Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Engineering and Related Technologies field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating (Diploma).

Jobs

Graduates of the Engineering and Related Technologies field (Diploma) are most often employed as:

30.3%

Technicians and Trades Workers

28.3%

Professionals

8.6%

Labourers

Industries

Graduates of the Engineering and Related Technologies field (Diploma) are most often employed in:

21.8%

Transport, Postal and Warehousing

14.4%

Mining

10.7%

Construction

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Australian Apprenticeships

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Unfortunately, this qualification is not currently available as an Australian Apprenticeship.

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Units & Packaging

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in: 15 units of competency: 6 core units 9 elective units. The elective units must ensure the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows: all 9 units may be chosen from the elective units listed below up to 2 units may be chosen from other Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualifications in CPP, or another current Training Package or accredited course, provided they do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.

Core units
CPPSIS5031	Plan spatial data collection
CPPSIS5032	Capture new spatial data
CPPSIS5035	Obtain and validate spatial data
CPPSIS5036	Integrate spatial datasets
CPPSIS5039	Plan and implement spatial projects
CPPSIS6040	Develop 2-D and 3-D terrain visualisations

Elective units
AHCLPW404	Produce maps for land management purposes
BSBFIN501	Manage budgets and financial plans
BSBTWK502	Manage team effectiveness
CPPCMN4002	Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
CPPSIS5037	Maintain spatial data systems
CPPSIS5038	Develop spatial databases
CPPSIS5040	Interpret and collate spatial data
CPPSIS5043	Design spatial data storage systems
CPPSIS5060	Develop spreadsheets for spatial data
CPPSIS5062	Conduct photogrammetric mapping
CPPSIS5064	Coordinate GIS data manipulation and analysis
ICPKNW3220	Develop and apply knowledge of the printing and graphic arts industry
ICTICT311	Customise packaged software applications
ICTICT312	Use advanced features of applications
ICTICT436	Develop macros and templates for clients using standard products
PSPLND001	Investigate tenure and land use history
PSPLND012	Review planning documents and environmental assessments

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