22105VIC
Diploma of Sustainability
Version 2
Accredited for the period: 1st January, 2011 to 31st December, 2015 under Parts 4.4 and 4.6 of the
Education and Training Reform Act 2006
This qualification has been entered on the State Register of Accredited Courses and Recognised
Qualifications and the National Training Information Service.
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Version History
Date
Version
Comment
March 2011
V2

Codes for the four Core Units amended; were
VU30302, VU30303, VU20204 and VU30305.

Wording to Entry Requirements (Page 13) amended to
clarify the entry pathways available.
January 2011
22105VIC Version 2
V1
Initial release.
8 April 2011
Table of Contents
Section A: General information .............................................................................................................. 1
1. Copyright owner of the course .................................................................................................................. 1
2. Address ...................................................................................................................................................... 1
3. Type of submission .................................................................................................................................... 1
4. Copyright acknowledgement ..................................................................................................................... 1
5. Licensing and franchise .............................................................................................................................. 3
6. Course accrediting body ............................................................................................................................ 3
7. AVETMISS information............................................................................................................................... 3
8. Period of accreditation .............................................................................................................................. 4
Section B: Course information ................................................................................................................ 5
1. Nomenclature ............................................................................................................................................ 5
1.1 Name of the qualification ...................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Nominal duration of the course ............................................................................................................ 5
2. Vocational or educational outcomes of the course................................................................................... 5
3. Development of the course ....................................................................................................................... 6
3.1 Industry / enterprise /community needs .............................................................................................. 6
3.2 Review for re- accreditation .................................................................................................................. 8
4. Course outcomes ....................................................................................................................................... 9
4.1 Qualification levels ................................................................................................................................ 9
4.2 Employability skills............................................................................................................................... 10
4.3 Recognition given to the course .......................................................................................................... 10
4.4 Licensing / regulatory requirements ................................................................................................... 10
5. Course Rules ............................................................................................................................................ 11
5.1 Course structure .................................................................................................................................. 11
5.2 Entry requirements.............................................................................................................................. 13
6. Assessment .............................................................................................................................................. 14
6.1 Assessment strategy ............................................................................................................................ 14
6.2 Assessor competencies........................................................................................................................ 14
7. Delivery .................................................................................................................................................... 15
7.1 Delivery modes .................................................................................................................................... 15
7.2 Resources............................................................................................................................................. 15
8. Pathways and articulation ....................................................................................................................... 15
9. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation ........................................................................................................ 16
Section C: Units of competency ............................................................................................................ 17
VU20302: Apply basic concepts of sustainability to own, or local, practice .............................................. 19
VU20303: Develop and implement a program to support behaviour change for a sustainability
initiative ........................................................................................................................................................... 27
VU20304: Develop business plan for sustainable business practice ......................................................... 39
VU20305: Research and apply principles of sustainable production and consumption ........................... 49
Appendices .......................................................................................................................................... 59
Appendix 1: Employability skills summary ................................................................................................. 61
Appendix 2: Recommended references ..................................................................................................... 65
Appendix 3: Transition table ...................................................................................................................... 69
Section A: General Information
Section A: General information
1. Copyright owner of the
course
Copyright of this document is held by the Department of Education
and Early Childhood Development, Victoria
© State of Victoria 2011
Day to day contact:
Trevor Lange
Curriculum Maintenance Manager – General Manufacturing
Chisholm Institute
PO Box 684, Dandenong, Victoria, 3175
Ph: (03) 9238 8448
Fax: (03) 9238 8504
email: trevor.lange@chisholm.vic.edu.au
2. Address
Department of Department of Education and Early Childhood
Development,
Executive Director
Pathways Participation and Youth
GPO Box 266
Melbourne VIC 3001
3. Type of submission
This qualification is being submitted for re-accreditation.
Previous code and nomenclature: 21645VIC Diploma of
Sustainability
4. Copyright
acknowledgement
Copyright of this material is reserved to the Crown in the right of the
State of Victoria.
© State of Victoria (Department of Education and Early Childhood
Development) 2011.
The following units of competency:
- BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for
sustainability
- BSBFLM510B Facilitate and capitalise on change and
innovation
- BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative
processes
- BSBOHS509A Ensure a safe workplace
- BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
- BSBFLM506B Manage workplace information systems
- BSBHR601A Manage change
- BSBPMG510A Manage projects
- BSBMKG503A Develop a marketing communications plan
- BSBFLM513A Manage budgets and financial plans within the
work team
- BSBMGT610A Manage environmental management system
are from the BSB07 Business Services Training package
administered by the Commonwealth of Australia.
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© Commonwealth of Australia.
The following unit of competency:
- CHCCD509C Support community leadership
is from the CHC08 Community Services Training Package
administered by the Commonwealth of Australia. ©
Commonwealth of Australia.
The following unit of competency:
- CPCCSV5013A Apply principles of energy efficient design to
buildings
is from the CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Integrated
Framework Training Package administered by the Commonwealth
of Australia. © Commonwealth of Australia.
The following unit of competency:
- FNSACCT604B Monitor corporate governance activities
is from the FNS04 Financial Services Training Package administered
by the Commonwealth of Australia. © Commonwealth of Australia.
The following units of competency:
- LGAPLEM506A Improve community knowledge and skills in
environmental management practices
- LGAPLEM501A Achieve an efficient and sustainable use of
natural resources
- LGAPLEM606B Develop ecologically sustainable land
management systems
- LGAEHRW505B Implement strategies to minimise the
impact of waste on the environment
are from the LGA04 Local Government Training Package
administered by the Commonwealth of Australia. ©
Commonwealth of Australia.
The following unit of competency:
- MNCO1121A Implement site waste and by product
management plan
is from the MNC04 Coal Training Package administered by the
Commonwealth of Australia. © Commonwealth of Australia.
The following units of competency:
- Develop and manage sustainable energy practices
- MSACMT671A Develop and manage sustainable
environmental practices
are from the MSA07 Manufacturing Training Package administered
by the Commonwealth of Australia. © Commonwealth of Australia.
The following unit of competency:
- PSPLAND506A Identify and manage contaminated sites
is from the PSP04 Public Sector Training Package administered by
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the Commonwealth of Australia. © Commonwealth of Australia.
The following unit of competency:
- SITTPPD006A Plan and develop ecologically sustainable
tourism operations
is from the SIT07 Tourism, Hospitality and Events Version 2.2
Training Package administered by the Commonwealth of Australia.
© Commonwealth of Australia.
The following units of competency:
- SRXRES008B Conserve and re-establish natural systems
- SRXRES009B Achieve sustainable land management
are from the SRX Training package administered by the
Commonwealth of Australia. © Commonwealth of Australia
The following units of competency:
- TAADES503B Research and design e-learning resources
- TAADES504B Develop and evaluate e-learning resources
are from the TAA04 Training and Assessment Training Package
administered by the Commonwealth of Australia. ©
Commonwealth of Australia.
The following unit of competency:
- UEENEEK032B Develop strategies to address sustainability
issues
are from the UEE07 Electrotechnology Training Package
administered by the Commonwealth of Australia. ©
Commonwealth of Australia.
5. Licensing and franchise
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons AttributionNoDerivs 3.0 Australia licence
(http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/3.0/au/). You are free
to use, copy and distribute to anyone in its original form as long as
you attribute the, Department of Education and Early Childhood
Development as the author, and you license any derivative work
you make available under the same licence.
Copies of this publication can be downloaded free of charge from
the Training Support Network website:
http://trainingsupport.skills.vic.gov.au
6. Course accrediting body
Victorian Registration and Qualification Authority (VRQA)
GPO Box 2317
Level 6, 35 Spring Street
Melbourne Vic 3001
Ph: (03) 9637 2806
Website: http://www.vrqa.vic.gov.au/
7. AVETMISS information
ANZSCO (Australian and New
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Zealand Standard Classification of
Occupations)
ANZSIC code (Australian and New
Zealand Standard industrial
Classification – industry type)
8. Period of accreditation
4
Analysts
7855 Business Management Services
ASCED code (Field of Education)
0509 Environmental studies
National course code
22105VIC
1st Jan, 2011 to 31st December, 2015
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Section B: Course information
1. Nomenclature
Standard 1 for Accredited Courses
1.1 Name of the
qualification
22105VIC Diploma of Sustainability
1.2 Nominal duration of
the course
576 - 940 hours
2. Vocational or
educational
outcomes of the
course
Standard 1 for Accredited Courses
Graduates of the proposed qualification will be able to meet the
current and future industry requirements to work effectively within
the sustainability sphere, providing support for capacity building in
sustainability initiatives with robust outcomes.
The proposed qualification addresses the current and consolidating
movements across all sectors of Australian society, industry, business
and government to improve performance in sustainability practice
with the view to building such practice into standard operations.
Therefore, vocational outcomes exist within all spheres of industry
and community activity with the employment opportunities ranging
from specialist sustainability roles to sustainability leadership and
capacity building as part of a portfolio of performance criteria.
The latter is addressed, through up-skilling for current workers and
through marrying of an industry-specific diploma and/or experience
with sustainability practice skills and knowledge.
Through the alternative entry pathways the course provides a broad
range of core sustainability skills and knowledge whilst allowing for
industry-specific skills sets through a range of electives, thus providing
specialist vocational outcomes.
Vocational outcomes of the proposed qualification structure is to:
• apply a working knowledge of key sustainability concepts, tools
and practices to environmental, economic and social challenges,
initiatives and projects within own sphere of influence and/or
practice
• provide advice and support individuals and groups to engage in
sustainability initiatives
• plan for, and support, behaviour change and sustainable practices
within a range of contexts
• apply effective communication and engagement techniques to
underpin co-operative relationships between stakeholders across
a range of stakeholder groups
• apply project/program management techniques, tools,
frameworks and methodologies for supporting, monitoring and
evaluating projects/initiatives for best practice across a range of
sustainability project/initiative contexts
• apply feasibility measurement tools to support business planning
that encompasses sustainability practice
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3. Development of the
course
3.1 Industry / enterprise
/community needs
Standards 1 and 2 for Accredited Courses
State and Federal governments have made a commitment to
developing a ‘green economy’. CSIRO modelling estimates that
changing to a green economy will create 33,000 new jobs in
manufacturing, 77,000 jobs in transport, and 145,000 jobs in
construction nationally over 10 years.
In July 2009, the Rudd Government announced 50,000 new green jobs
and training opportunities to build a stronger and greener Australian
economy with an investment of $94 million in programs and training,
supported by the Green Skills Agreement Implementation Group
(GSAIG) convened by Ministerial Council for Education and
Employment (MCTEE).
The role of sustainability knowledge and skills in labour market
evolution is debated in the Karmel conference paper: Skilling and reskilling for our (greener) future (November, 2009).
The proposed qualification aligns to the GSAIG charter to embed
sustainability skills sets into all training through up-skilling educators
and industry personnel for transition to greener (environmentally,
economically and socially sustainable) industries.
The proposed qualification aligns to the Victorian Government's
Securing Jobs for Your Future - Skills for Victoria strategy to meet the
skills requirements and demands of both individuals and businesses
and sits within the category of skills deepening where courses are
offered to people who are progressing to a higher vocational level
within an industry.
There is a continued high demand for this qualification which is
offered as a single qualification or as a dual award with another
diploma. The qualification addresses the need for specialist skills that
is not met by existing training package qualifications.
There are a number of sustainability units and short courses that may,
or may not, be part of a qualification but are delivered as skills training
for sustainability. For example: energy auditing, embedding
sustainability into teaching, carbon accounting. In addition to this,
there is a tendency to generate specific industry courses that may
cover sustainability/environmental management, behaviour change
and corporate sustainability needs.
Some of these courses have a very specific niche, whilst some are
floating alone without a particular structure or nationally recognised
qualification. As such, they can become redundant in a short period:
disposable skills with limited contribution to further educational
pathways.
This amounts to unsustainable education remedied by the structure
and coalescence of the Diploma of Sustainability qualification.
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The latter provides the necessary skills for sustainability under a
broader umbrella. It allows for the inclusion of relevant industry skills
sets through the groupings and allocation of a reasonable number of
elective units. It provides the necessary core units and the platform
for fast tracking candidates who are, or have been in industry and who
wish to consolidate their role with a full qualification in sustainability
practice.
Enrolment figures continue to be strong across current providers (419
in 2010) with a projected 10% increase for 2011. Given the significant
increase (13.6%) in RTOs delivering the qualification in 2010 or seeking
scope of registration for 2011 delivery, training demand for the
qualification is confirmed.
Monitoring and evaluation have confirmed that there is a need to
upgrade the units of the proposed qualification to meet endorsed
components of units of competency standards and to meet industry
requirements that graduates can be pro-active in promoting
sustainability skills across a wide range of disciplines.
After mapping vocational outcomes against national training
packages, it was found that there is no qualification that provides
training in the vocational outcomes (Section B 2. above) required for
effective contribution within the sustainability sector.
The main target groups comprise:
•
individuals in the workforce who wish to gain a comprehensive
understanding of the risks and opportunities associated with
addressing sustainability issues
•
businesses that want to be better informed and able to manage
impacts on sustainability from their business or from components
of their business
•
students of tertiary qualifications who see practical advantages in
seeking employment and developing careers through the
attainment of knowledge and skills in sustainability practice
•
people in policy and/or business planning positions who want to
gain specialised knowledge and skills in managing sustainability
initiatives and business planning
•
people with roles in industry who are required to gain, or upgrade,
skills and/or knowledge in sustainability practices
•
school leavers aspiring to careers in sustainability
Anticipated employment opportunities include:
•
positions that require involvement in, and/or responsibility for,
sustainability initiatives and leading behaviour change to support
those initiatives as part of a broader role across business, not-forprofit, government and community sectors, such as:
manufacturing, community, education, construction, policing,
forestry and agriculture, business services, health services
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economic, environmental and social sustainability advisors to
industry
•
sustainability officer
•
sustainability education officer
•
organisational change and sustainability project managers/officers
See Accreditation support documents for Course content developed
by Steering Committee for details of the knowledge and skills provided
by the proposed course.
Industry support is confirmed through the endorsement and active
participation of the Steering Committee and through letters of support
from: Paul Kennett of MESAB; Linda Condon of the National Centre for
Sustainability, SUT, and, Val MacGregor of Sustainability Victoria.
See Accreditation support documents for Minutes of Steering
Committee and Letters of support from industry.
Members of the Steering Committee:
Chair - Anne Deschepper: Chisholm Institute
- Alex Bernhardt : MESAB
- David McInnes – Linfox Logistics
- Tim Cotter: Psychologist
- Diane Nichols: Sustainability Victoria
- Gitanjali Bedi : National Centre for Sustainability, Swinburne
University of Technology
- Craig Hurley - National Centre for Sustainability, University of
Ballarat
In Attendance:
- Elizabeth Howard: Curriculum Projects Officer, Chisholm
Institute
- Wendy Pedersen: Curriculum Officer, Chisholm Institute
- Trevor Lange: General Manufacturing CMM, Chisholm Institute
Refer to Accreditation support documents for Steering Committee
Details
3.2 Review for reaccreditation
Modifications to Course documentation during period of accreditation
are as follows:
•
•
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Version 2 - September, 2007:
- Item 4. Course rules – Paragraph 3 added (page 11)
Version 3 - August, 2008: August, 2008:
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- Item 5. – Copyright information (page 4)
- Item 6. – Licensing and franchise information (page 6)
January, 2010: Accreditation period extended to 30/06/2011
Monitoring and evaluation of 21645VIC Diploma of Sustainability has
been taken into account in the revised course. Revisions are based on
formal and informal data collected from RTO teaching staff, student
feedback and experts, and through input from the Steering
Committee. Please see Accreditation support documents for Minutes
of Steering Committee
No new enrolments into 21645VIC Diploma of Sustainability after 30th
June, 2011 are permitted.
Please see Appendix 3: Transition table for transition arrangements.
4. Course outcomes
4.1 Qualification levels
Standards 1, 2 and 3 for Accredited Courses
This qualification is consistent with the characteristics and
distinguishing features of the AQF Diploma level as outlined in the
Australian Qualification Framework Implementation Handbook Fourth
Edition 2007.
The characteristics at this level, and examples of how they are met by
the qualification, are as follows:
•
self-directed application of knowledge and skills, with substantial
depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and
selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques for self
and others – through researching, designing, presenting and
evaluating implementation strategies for sustainability initiatives
and planning across a range of contexts
•
breadth, depth and complexity covering planning and initiation of
alternative approaches to skills or knowledge applications across a
broad range of technical and/or management requirements,
evaluation and co-ordination - through: defining and analysing
opportunities for sustainability initiatives; developing effective
relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders to reach
agreed goals and outcomes; participating in and supporting
sustainability initiatives and projects, and, ensuring compliance
with relevant organisational, legislative, regulatory and treaty
requirements.
•
applications involve participation in development of strategic
initiatives, as well as personal responsibility and autonomy in
performing complex technical operations or organising others. It
may include participation in teams, including teams concerned
with planning and evaluation functions – through: developing and
implementing sustainability engagement strategies and plans;
researching and analysing emerging and current best practice in
sustainability practices; identifying trends in sustainability
practices; managing and supporting team effectiveness in meeting
sustainability initiative/projects, business plans and production
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and consumption objectives; evaluating and monitoring own
performance; developing and participating in monitoring and
evaluation procedures; working within organisational policies,
procedures, and legislative requirements.
4.2 Employability skills
Standard 4 for Accredited Courses
This qualification has been mapped to national employability skills.
Refer to Appendix 1: Employability skills summary
4.3 Recognition given to
the course
Standard 5 for Accredited Courses
Not applicable
(if applicable)
4.4 Licensing /
regulatory
requirements
Standard 5 for Accredited Courses
Not applicable
(if applicable)
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5. Course Rules
5.1 Course structure
Standards 2, 6 and 7 for Accredited Courses
22105VIC Diploma of Sustainability comprises fourteen (14) units as
follows:
•
Four (4) core units, plus,
•
Ten (10) electives selected from list of suggested units or any
relevant units from any currently endorsed Training Package or
accredited course at Diploma level or higher.
The following list of suggested units is based on their qualification level
and their required skills and knowledge having relevance to
sustainability across a diverse range of industries.
A Statement of Attainment will be issued for any unit of competency
completed if the full qualification is not completed.
Unit of
competency/
module code
Field of
Education
code
Unit of competency/
module title
Prerequisite
Credit
Matrix
Level
Credit
Matrix
Points
Nominal
hours
Complete four core units
050999
Apply basic concepts of
sustainability to own, or local,
practice
Nil
4
6
60
VU20303
050999
Develop and implement a
program to support behavioural
change for a sustainability
initiative
Nil
5
6
60
VU20304
050999
Develop a business plan for
sustainable business practice
Nil
5
6
60
VU20305
050999
Research and apply principles
of sustainable production and
consumption
Nil
5
6
60
VU20302
Total core nominal hours
Unit of
competency/
module code
Field of
Education
code
Unit of competency/
module title
Prerequisite
Credit
Matrix
Level
Credit
Matrix
Points
240
Nominal
hours
Complete ten electives units selected from list of suggested units or any relevant units from any currently endorsed
Training Package or accredited course at Diploma level or higher.
BSBSUS501A
Develop workplace policy and
procedures for sustainability
Nil
5
5
50
BSBFLM510B
Facilitate and capitalise on
change and innovation
Nil
5
6
60
BSBPMG501A
Manage application of project
integrative processes
Nil
5
6
60
BSBOHS509A
Ensure a safe workplace
Nil
5
6
60
BSBWOR401A
Establish effective workplace
relationships
Nil
3
5
50
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BSBFLM506B
10
Manage workplace information
systems
Nil
5
6
60
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BSBHR601A
Manage change
Nil
6
6
60
BSBPMG510A
Manage projects
Nil
5
8
80
BSBMKG503A
Develop a marketing
communications plan
Nil
6
6
50
BSBFLM513A
Manage budgets and financial
plans within the work team
Nil
5
7
70
BSBMGT610A
Manage environmental
management systems
Nil
6
4
40
CHCCD509C
Support community leadership
Nil
5
9
90
CPCCSV5013A
Apply principles of energy
efficient design to buildings
Nil
5
4
36
FNSACCT604B
Monitor corporate governance
activities
Nil
6
6
60
LGAPLEM506A
Improve community knowledge
and skills in environmental
management practices
Nil
5
4
40
LGAPLEM501A
Achieve an efficient and
sustainable use of natural
resources
Nil
5
6
60
LGAPLEM606B
Develop ecologically
sustainable land management
systems
Nil
5
5
50
LGAEHRW505B
Implement strategies to
minimise the impact of waste
on the environment
Nil
4
4
40
MNCO1121A
Implement site waste and by
product management plan
Nil
5
8
80
MSACMT670A
Develop and manage
sustainable energy practices
Nil
5
7
70
MSACMT671A
Develop and manage
sustainable environmental
practices
Nil
6
6
60
PSPLAND506A
Identify and manage
contaminated sites
Nil
5
4
40
SITTPPD006A
Plan and develop ecologically
sustainable tourism operations
Nil
5
7
70
SRXRES008B
Conserve and re-establish
natural systems
Nil
6
2
20
SRXRES009B
Achieve sustainable land
management
Nil
6
2
20
TAADES503B
Research and design e-learning
resources
Nil
5
4
40
TAADES504B
Develop and evaluate elearning resources
Nil
5
4
40
UEENEEK032B
Develop strategies to address
sustainability issues
Nil
6
2
20
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Total elective nominal hours
336 – 700
Total nominal hours
576 - 740
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Credit Matrix
Level 8
Level 7
Level 6
Level 5
Level 4
Level 3
Level 2
Level 1
Enabling
Total
Qualification profile
Total Points
No. of units/modules
53
10
5
11
2
1
68
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5.2 Entry requirements
Standard 9 for Accredited Courses
Applicants for the 22105VIC Diploma of Sustainability are expected
to:
- be able to use a personal computer, including basic word
processing, spreadsheet, email programs and internet search
engines
- have a demonstrated capacity in learning, reading, writing,
oracy and numeracy competencies to Level 4 of the
Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). See
http://www.deewr.gov.au
There are two further entry pathways into the 22105VIC Diploma of
Sustainability:
Further Pathway 1:
Applicants enrolled concurrently in another recognised Diploma,
Advanced Diploma or higher qualification are able to enrol in the
Diploma of Sustainability and automatically gain credit for the
elective component. Therefore, applicants are required to
successfully complete the four (4) core units of the Diploma of
Sustainability and the concurrent Diploma, Advanced Diploma or
higher qualification and thus gain a dual qualification.
This enables these students to apply their sustainability knowledge
and skills in an integrated way into their developing vocational role
and have the opportunity to contextualise the concepts of
sustainability within their field through assessment requirements of
the four (4) core units.
Further Pathway 2:
Applicants who already hold a recognised Diploma, Advanced
Diploma or higher qualification are able to enrol in the Diploma of
Sustainability and automatically gain credit for the elective
component.
This enables these students to apply their sustainability knowledge
and skills in an integrated way into their vocational role and have
the opportunity to contextualise the concepts of sustainability into
their relevant workplace through assessment requirements of the
four (4) core units.
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6. Assessment
6.1 Assessment strategy
Standard 10 for Accredited Courses
All assessment will be consistent with the Australian Quality
Training Framework Essential Conditions and Standards for
Continuing (or Initial) Registration Standard 1. See AQTF User
guides to the Essential Conditions and Standards for Continuing (or
Initial) Registration: http://www.training.com.au/documents/AQTF
Essential Conditions and Standards for Continuing Registration.pdf
Imported units of competencies must be assessed according to the
rules of the relevant Training Package.
All assessment methods and collection of evidence will involve
application of sustainability knowledge and skills to workplaces or
simulated environments.
All assessment activities will be related to sustainability contexts.
A range of assessment methods will be used, such as:
-
workplace action learning projects in real, or simulated
settings
research projects in sustainability practice
portfolios
practical exercises
observation
direct questioning
presentation
third party reports
The individual needs of the learner will be reflected in the
assessment methods which will be conducted in simulated
worksites.
Consistent with Standard 1, Element 5 of the Australian Quality
Training Framework Essential Conditions and Standards for
Continuing (or Initial) Registration, RTOs must ensure that
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is offered to all applicants in
determining competency for Credit.
There is no mandatory workplace assessment.
6.2 Assessor
competencies
Standard 12 for Accredited Courses
The Australian Quality Training Framework Essential Conditions and
Standards for Continuing (or Initial) Registration, Standard 1.4 states
the requirements for the competence of persons assessing the
course. See AQTF User guides to the Essential Conditions and
Standards for Continuing (or Initial) Registration:
http://www.training.com.au/documents/AQTF Essential Conditions
and Standards for Continuing Registration.pdf
Assessors of the imported units of competency must meet the
guidelines of the relevant Training Package.
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7. Delivery
7.1 Delivery modes
Standard 11 for Accredited Courses
Delivery of units of competency from the relevant Training Packages
must be consistent with the guidelines of the relevant Training
Package.
Delivery of units of competency imported from Training Packages
should be contextualised to sustainability, whilst ensuring that the
delivery guidelines are adhered to.
Delivery of units of competency will take into consideration the
individual needs of students and will involve blended delivery mode
including:
- workshops
- online
- individual assignments
- team-based assignments
- applied learning in the workplace or simulated environment
Learners are supported through: on-line (student online services,
internet, chat rooms, email and telephony); face-to-face
conferencing, mentoring and interviews; ad hoc arrangements, and
regular progress monitoring, particularly for practical work.
The course may be delivered part-time or full-time.
There is no mandatory workplace delivery.
7.2 Resources
8. Pathways and
articulation
Standard 12 for Accredited Courses
Resources include:
- teachers/trainers who meet the Australian Quality Training
Framework Essential Conditions and Standards for Continuing (or
Initial) Registration Standard 1.4. See 2010 AQTF User guides to
the Essential Conditions and Standards for Continuing (or Initial)
Registration: http://www.training.com.au/documents/AQTF
Essential Conditions and Standards for Continuing
Registration.pdf
- access to computers and internet
- access to workplace or simulated environment
- refer to Volume 1 - Appendix 2: Recommended references
Standard 8 for accredited courses
This qualification comprises nationally endorsed units of
competency from several Training Packages.
Participants who successfully complete any of these units will, upon
enrolment, gain credit into other qualifications that require those
same units.
Likewise, those participants who have successfully completed any of
these units of competency from any of the relevant Training
Packages, will, upon enrolment into the 22105VIC Diploma of
Sustainability, gain credit for those same units.
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9. Ongoing monitoring
and evaluation
Standard 13 for accredited courses
The Curriculum Maintenance Manager (CMM), General
Manufacturing is responsible for the on-going monitoring and
maintenance of the 22105VIC Diploma of Sustainability.
The 22105VIC Diploma of Sustainability will be reviewed mid-point
of accreditation period. Evaluations will involve consultation with:
-
course participants
-
sustainability industry representatives
-
teaching staff
-
assessors
Any significant changes will be reported to the VRQA and to all RTOs
responsible for delivering the course.
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Section C: Units of competency
Section C: Units of competency
Core units
VU20302: Apply basic concepts of sustainability to own, or local, practice
VU20303: Develop and implement a program to support behaviour change for a sustainability
initiative
VU20304: Develop business plan for sustainable business practice
VU20305: Research and apply concepts of sustainable production and consumption
Suggested Elective units
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BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
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BSBFLM510B Facilitate and capitalise on change and innovation
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BSBPM501A Manage application of project integrative processes
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BSBOHS509A Ensure a safe workplace
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BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
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BSBFLM506B Manage workplace information systems
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BSBHR601A Manage change
BSBPMG510A Manage projects
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BSBMKG503A Develop a marketing communications plan
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BSBFLM513A Manage budgets and financial plans within the work team
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BSBMGT610A Manage environmental management system
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CHCCD509C Support community leadership
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CPCCSV5013A Apply principles of energy efficient design to buildings
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FNSACCT604B Monitor corporate governance activities
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LGAPLEM506A Improve community knowledge and skills in environmental management
practices
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LGAPLEM501A Achieve an efficient and sustainable use of natural resources
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LGAPLEM606B Develop ecologically sustainable land management systems
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LGAEHRW505B Implement strategies to minimise the impact of waste on the environment
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MNCO1121A Implement site waste and by product management plan
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MSACMT670A Develop and manage sustainable energy practices
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MSACMT671A Develop and manage sustainable environmental practices
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PSPLAND506A Identify and manage contaminated sites
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SITTPPD006A Plan and develop ecologically sustainable tourism operations
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SRXRES008B Conserve and re-establish natural systems
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SRXRES009B Achieve sustainable land management
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TAADES503B Research and design e-learning resources
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TAADES504B Develop and evaluate e-learning resources
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UEENEEK032B Develop strategies to address sustainability issues
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VU20302: Apply basic concepts of sustainability to own, or local, practice
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply a working knowledge of the key
sustainability concepts, tools and practices to environmental, economic and social challenges
within own sphere of influence and/or practice.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Employability Skills
The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of
Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit is
included will assist in identifying employability skill requirements.
Application of the Unit
This unit supports the work of employees, managers, consultants and other practitioners involved
in planning for, and/or implementing, sustainability initiatives within a range of industry,
government, not-for-profit and community spheres. Practitioners may be involved in projects that
have a local, national or global reach.
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential
outcomes of a unit of
competency.
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement
of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the
required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be
consistent with the evidence guide.
1. Research and review
the development of
sustainability
principles and
practices
1.1. Historical development of sustainability is outlined
2. Analyse current issues
in sustainability
2.1. Key parameters of economic, environmental and social
sustainability are studied
1.2. Areas of convergence and divergence between sustainable
development and principles and practices of sustainability are
explained
1.3. Major influences that have shaped, or impeded, the expansion
of sustainability principles practices over time are delineated,
impacts debated, and appraisal findings documented
2.2. Local, national and global reach of impact of individual behavior
on economic, environmental and social sustainability is
explained
2.3. Ethical dimensions of sustainability within specific contexts are
delineated
3. Document option/s to
apply basic concepts
of sustainability to
own practice or local
sphere of influence
3.1. Aspirations and opportunities for improved economic,
environmental and social sustainability are researched, debated
and documented
3.2. Relevant models and case studies are reviewed for strategies to
achieve desired outcomes and findings documented
3.3. Strategies to address barriers to success of sustainability
implementation are delineated and documented
3.4. Option is determined and documented in line with
organisational requirements
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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.
Required Skills
•
communication skills to work with clients, colleagues, management, and/or external
stakeholders across a range of relevant contexts
•
communication and organisational skills to work with a team or individually
•
research and analytical skills to identify sources of information
•
research and analytical skills to assess best practice in sustainability practices
•
writing and comprehension skills to prepare reports, obtain information from documents and
interpret reports
•
research and analytical skills to identify what sustainability practices opportunities can be
applied to a particular initiative or challenge
Required Knowledge
•
general history of sustainability and relevant issues
•
general knowledge of principles and practices of sustainability
•
interdependence of ecological processes, social structures and economic systems
•
environmental, social and economic implications of resource use
•
basic sustainability options
•
relevant international, national, state and local treaties, legislation, regulations and standards
•
international and national trends in optimisation of sustainability practice
•
safe work practices
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and
situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the elements and performance criteria is detailed
below.
Sustainability principles
and practices may refer
to:
Historical development
of sustainability may
refer to:
•
precautionary principle in planning and decision making
•
equity within and between generations
•
continual improvement in environmental management
•
ecological integrity
•
stewardship of biodiversity
•
emergence of scientific frameworks relating to the ecological
limitations of human activity on the biosphere
•
emergence of environmental movement
•
major historical events, such as:
o
formation of Club of Rome reports
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Sustainable development
may refer to:
Sustainability may refer
to:
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o
United Nations: sustainability conferences; reports, and
policy and protocol frameworks
o
emergence of key thinkers and writers, such as:
- David Thoreau
- Rachel Carson
- E F Schumacher
- Brundtland Report
•
development of environmental education and advocacy
•
Brundtl and Commission definition
•
maintaining natural capital
•
carrying capacity of natural systems
•
patterns of sustainable resource use
•
economic planning for sustainable outcomes
•
social justice
•
ecologically sustainable development
•
Five Capitals Model (from Forum for the Future):
o
Natural
o
Human
o
Social
o
Manufactured
o
Financial
•
2005 World summit ‘three pillars’ definition of sustainability
comprising environmental, social and economic dimensions
•
effective integration of environmental, social and economic
factors in decision making
•
whole community participation in decision making
•
precautionary principle in planning and decision making
•
equity within and between generations
•
continual improvement in environmental management
•
ecological integrity
•
stewardship of biodiversity
•
green development
•
contemporary definitions of sustainability, such as:
o
historical shifts in definitions
o
human sustainability
o
variety of terms use by different organisations and interest
groups
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Major influences may
refer to:
Economic, environmental
and social sustainability
may refer to:
VU20302: Apply basic concepts of sustainability to own, or local, practice
o
Triple Bottom Line (TBL)
o
the Three Pillars
o
notions of a ‘fourth pillar’ of cultural diversity
•
body of evidence that indicates climate change and environmental
degradation
•
impact of events and conditions, such as:
o
population growth
o
consumption
o
conventional views of economic prosperity
o
human rights and social justice
o
on finite global resources
•
urgent need to address environmental issues of energy and water
use, and minimising waste and use of resources
•
international agreements to enhance sustainability emissions
•
price signals and their role in behaviour modification
•
international recognition of need to build a global and local
sustainable future
•
United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development
2005 – 2014
•
historical development of sustainability guidelines at local,
national and international levels
•
role of stakeholders, such as:
o
advocacy organisations and alliances,
o
lobby groups
o
ad hoc bodies
•
history of advocacy campaigns and campaign strategies
•
emergence of adaptation and mitigation strategies
•
key parameters of economic sustainability, such as:
o
profitability
o
corporate responsibility/citizenship
o
corporate governance
o
ethical business practices
o
accountability
o
transparency
o
national economic indices
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•
•
•
Ethical dimensions may
refer to:
•
•
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financial market indices for sustainability
key parameters of social sustainability, such as:
o
inter and intra-generational equity
o
race and gender issues
o
promotion of health
o
community engagement and capacity building
o
whole community participation in decision making
o
concepts of human capital
key parameters of environmental sustainability, such as:
o
science of climate change and its acceptance across the
globe
o
projected impacts on biodiversity and global and local
climate systems
o
water flows and quality
o
sanitation
o
land degradation
o
air pollution
o
ozone layer depletion
o
carbon cycles
o
ecological integrity
o
stewardship of biodiversity
o
concepts of natural capital
‘known threats’ to the values and practices of economic,
environmental and social sustainability, such as:
o
climate change
o
food scarcity
o
water issues
o
environmental degradation
o
poverty
o
population growth
o
international and civil conflict
o
weapons of mass destruction
exploitation such as:
o
child labour
o
people trafficking
effects of globalisation
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Specific contexts may
refer to:
Aspirations for improved
sustainability practices
may refer to:
VU20302: Apply basic concepts of sustainability to own, or local, practice
•
impact of pollution and environmental damage
•
human rights
•
third world development rights
•
resource equity
•
rights of other species
•
value of ecosystem services
•
intergenerational equity
•
corporate governance
•
contemporary local, national or global situation
•
relevant international, national and local treaties, legislation and
regulations and quality standards
•
relevant organisational structure, such as:
•
o
small to medium enterprise,
o
large and multinational enterprises
o
non-government organisations (NGOs)
o
universities
o
community groups
o
households
hopes and desires for outcomes in applying sustainability
practices, based on:
o
review of relevant case studies and models for:
-
o
Opportunities for
improved sustainability
practices may refer to:
•
•
solutions to sustainability issues
best practice
strategies for addressing barriers to sustainability
strategies for implementing change
projections of possibilities in own, or local, practice
selection of options for applying concepts of sustainability to own,
or local, practice based on considerations, such as:
o available resources
o probability of lasting change
o trends and fads
o organisational support
o stakeholder support
o current and projected legislative requirements
o current and projected barriers to sustainability practices
changes in practices and processes to reduce environmental
impact of:
o resource use
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emissions
o waste management
o bio-diversity policies and practices
strategies that may refer to:
o compliance requirements
o life cycle assessment (LCA)
o energy conservation
o energy efficiency
o resources efficiency
o waste reduction
o
•
Barriers to success may
refer to:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Organisational
requirements may refer
to:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
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perverse incentives, such as:
o frequent flyer points
o discount schemes for consumption of energy and
resources
structural barriers
cost
relevant international, Federal, State and local regulations and
legislation that disallows application of sustainability principles
and practices
mindset barriers
information and communications barriers
contrary viewpoints
contradictory or vague definitions of sustainability principles and
practice
choice of engagement method by advocates for sustainability
climate of mistrust
weak sense of community and engagement
philosophical/religious/cultural requirements
operational policies and procedures
business, performance and strategic plans
legal and ethical requirements and codes of practice
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
quality assurance and procedure manuals
relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
reporting procedures
OHS policies, procedures and programs
environmental management systems, procedures and practices
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria,
Required Skills and Knowledge, Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines of this qualification.
Critical aspects for
assessment and evidence
required to demonstrate
competency in this unit
Context of and specific
resources for assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must provide
evidence of:
•
Researching the emergence of sustainable development and
sustainability
•
Investigating and appraising current economic, environmental
and social sustainability issues
•
Analysing and documenting options and strategies for
sustainability applications to own, or local, practice
•
Knowledge of principles and practices of sustainability and
their application to ecological processes, social structures and
economic systems to own, or local, practice
Assessment must ensure:
•
Activities are related to sustainability
Resources implications for assessment include:
•
Method of assessment
Guidance information for
assessment
Access to suitable simulated or real workplace opportunities
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical
skills and knowledge. The following assessment methods are
appropriate for this unit:
•
Evaluation of project in determining options and strategies for
meeting a sustainability challenge
•
Evaluation of research project, or portfolio or research, into
the development of sustainability principles and practices and
their application in a specific context
•
Practical exercises
•
Formal, informal direct questioning
•
Presentations
•
Third party reports
•
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
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sustainability initiative
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VU20303: Develop and implement a program to support behaviour change for a sustainability
initiative
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan for, and implement, a sustainability
practices initiative addressing behaviour change for an individual, organisational and/or
community context. This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design, lead and
facilitate behaviour change.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Employability Skills
The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of
Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit is
included will assist in identifying employability skill requirements.
Application of the Unit
This unit supports the work of employees, managers, consultants, private citizens and other
practitioners involved in planning for, and/or implementing, sustainability initiatives within a
range of industry, government, not-for-profit and community spheres.
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential
outcomes of a unit of
competency.
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement
of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required
skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be
consistent with the evidence guide.
1. Analyse behaviour
change processes
and their role in
sustainability
1.1. Relevance of behaviour change to sustainability is examined
1.2. Drivers of change for sustainability, affecting both individual and
organisational behaviour, are analysed and findings documented
1.3. Current theories, methods and models of behaviour change are
reviewed and debated
1.4. Precedents of successful implementation of behaviour change for
sustainability are studied and evaluated for best practice
2. Develop a program to 2.1 Options for sustainability initiative are identified, prioritised and
support behaviour
project selected in consultation with relevant people and in
change for
accordance with organisational requirements
sustainability
2.2 Specific behaviours that contribute to success of sustainability
initiative
initiative are identified
2.3 Strategies for achieving documented goals and aspirations,
including barriers to sustainable behaviour, are determined and
incorporated into program
2.4 Relevant tools and resources that support behaviour change and
initiative are evaluated, selected and incorporated into program
2.5 Progress monitoring and reporting and evaluation procedures are
established in consultation with relevant people
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3. Implement and
monitor program
VU20303: Develop and implement a program to support behaviour change for a
sustainability initiative
3.1 Required resources and project team are determined and accessed
3.2 Progress is monitored, recorded and reported in accordance with
program requirements
3.3 Relevant adjustments to program are made to optimise success
4. Review and evaluate
program
4.1 Relevant completion documentation is processed in accordance
with organisational requirements
4.2 Results are reviewed against program goals and aspirations
4.3 Efficacy of program strategies is evaluated in line with program
requirements and recommendations for continuous improvement
are made and agreed upon in consultation with relevant people
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.
Required Skills
•
communication skills to work with clients, colleagues, management, and/or external
stakeholders across a range of relevant contexts
•
communication and organisational skills to work with a team or individually
•
research and analytical skills to assess options and models of behaviour change strategies
•
facilitation skills to encourage behaviour change for sustainability
•
research and analytical skills to identify sources of information
•
analytical and evaluation skills to assess best practice in sustainability
•
writing and organisational skills to maintain and produce monitoring, evaluative and final
reports
•
research skills to obtain information from a variety of sources
•
analytical skills to interpret reports and information and to identify opportunities for
facilitating behaviour change and sustainability practices
•
organisational skills to prioritise, set and meet objectives
•
reflexive practice skills to make changes to current and future practice informed by candid
review and reflection on own performance
Required Knowledge
•
general knowledge of principles and practices of sustainability
•
systemic impact of human behaviours on environmental, social and economic futures
•
environmental, social and economic implications of resource use
•
basic knowledge of sustainability alternatives to current practices
•
specific behaviours that contribute to success of sustainability initiative
•
general barriers to success of sustainability initiatives
•
relevant international, national, state and local government legislation, regulations and
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standards
•
project management methods
•
behaviour change methodologies and models
•
strategies to support own role as change agent
•
safe work practices
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and
situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the elements and performance criteria is detailed
below.
Behaviour change
processes may refer to:
•
•
•
Drivers of change for
sustainability may
include:
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•
concepts and definitions of change, such as:
o
undergoing transformation (transformational)
o
transitions
o
substitution
o
incremental, such as:
-
continuous improvement
-
operational adjustments
-
improvements in technology and communication
-
work team/working structures alterations
-
shifts in policy
-
formal and informal training and development
experiences
perceptions of change, such as:
o
necessary
o
unnecessary
o
positive
o
negative
instruments of change, such as:
o
economic methods
o
laws, regulations and standards
o
research, education, training and information
o
institutional change
o
community participation
drivers for change towards sustainability, such as:
o
national, state and local government treaties, legislation
and regulations
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•
•
o
voluntary codes
o
climatic events
o
statistical data
o
inventions and/or innovations in technology
o
scientific proof
o
social influences
o
industry leaders
o
peers
o
marketing
drivers relating to business, such as:
o
revenue
o
costs
o
competitive advantage
o
reputation
o
compliance
o
upper level of management/ownership commitment
o
customer pressures
o
shareholder/stakeholder pressures
o
norms, ethics, morals and/or values
drivers relating to individuals, such as:
o
costs
o
family and community
o
concerns about the future
o
health
o
peer pressure
o
interpretation of issues
o
justice
o
norms, ethics, morals and/or values
•
education
•
government requirements
•
community demands
•
Non-government organisations (NGOs)
•
catalysts for behaviour change towards sustainability, such as:
o
government regulations
o
voluntary codes
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o
climatic events
o
statistical data
o
inventions and/or innovations in technology
o
scientific proof
o
social influences
o
industry leaders
o
Models of behaviour
change may refer to:
Program to support
behaviour change for a
sustainability practices
initiative, may refer to:
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•
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peers
models and theories of change management, such as:
o
constructivist theory
o
systems theory
o
top down versus bottom up
o
‘Four Rooms of Change’
o
‘Seven Doors’
o
‘Transtheoretical’
o
‘Diffusion of Innovations’
o
‘Community-based Social Marketing’
o
role of people and groups as change agents
o
‘Four Stages of Competence’ (Conscious Competence
Learning Matrix)
project management methods, such as:
o
determination of project brief
o
determination of project definition
o
goals and aspirations
o
alignment to business plan
o
personnel
o
responsibilities
o
communication strategies
o
resource allocation
o
timelines
o
targets and milestones
o
completion of key tasks and project phases
o
monitoring, review and reporting
o
agreed reporting requirements
o
progress reports
o
evaluation
o
final report
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Options for sustainability
practices initiative, may
refer to:
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sustainability initiative
•
•
•
•
changes in practices and processes to reduce environmental
impact of:
o
resource use
o
emissions
o
waste management
o
bio-diversity policies and practices
changes in practices that improve social sustainability, such as:
o
improving social inclusion
o
valuing and/or promoting volunteering
o
alleviating poverty
o
improving access for disadvantaged communities to
services, such as:
-
education
-
employment
-
health
-
housing
o
promoting human rights and social justice
o
promoting gender rights and equality
o
promoting healthy communities
o
promoting participatory decision making
o
promoting sustainable (social) consumption and
production
changes in practices that will improve economic sustainability,
such as:
o
improved profitability
o
increased productivity
o
equitable economic resource distribution
o
stable employment
o
localised economies
o
sustainable (economic) consumption and production
o
corporate responsibility
o
ethical business
considerations for program implementation, such as:
o
industry-specific environmental, social and economic
options
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context of option for behaviour change initiative, such as:
-
•
Relevant people may
include:
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program undertaken by private individual, group
or community
program undertaken by private enterprise or
business group
business type
industry sector
skills of facilitator or change agent
stakeholder analysis
o
availability of resources
o
probability of lasting change
o
trends and fads
o
organisational support
o
stakeholder support
o
current and projected legislative requirements
o
current and projected barriers to sustainability practices
review of relevant case studies and models for:
o
solutions to sustainability issues
o
best practice
o
strategies for addressing barriers to sustainability
•
project team
•
staff
•
colleagues
•
management
•
clients
•
community
•
technicians
•
advisors
•
experts
•
industry professionals
•
contractors and sub-contractors
•
installers
•
technical experts
•
consultants
•
regulators
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Organisational
requirements may refer
to:
Strategies for achieving
documented goals and
aspirations may include:
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philosophical/religious/cultural requirements
•
goals
•
objectives
•
plans
•
systems
•
processes
•
operational policies and procedures
•
business, performance and strategic plans
•
legal and ethical requirements and codes of practice
•
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
•
quality assurance and procedure manuals
•
relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
•
reporting procedures
•
OHS policies, procedures and programs
•
environmental management systems, procedures and practices
•
identification of specific behaviours that contribute to success of
sustainability initiative/s
•
selection of behaviour change strategies
•
enabling structures, such as:
o
inclusive communication systems
o
inclusive participation opportunities
o
formal advocacy instruments
o
voluntary codes
•
operational planning
•
stakeholder engagement
•
developing internal and external support
•
networking
•
facilitating growth in knowledge and awareness
•
methodologies, such as:
o
quantification
o
benchmarking
o
gap analysis
o
agreed data collection methods
o
identification of performance indicators
o
measurement and achievement of set outcomes
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Barriers to change may
refer to:
•
cost benefit analysis
•
those pertaining to business, such as:
•
•
Tools and resources may
refer to:
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cost
o
diminution of competitive advantage
o
compliance
o
customer pressures
o
shareholder/stakeholder pressures
o
lack of upper level of management/ownership
commitment
those pertaining to individuals, such as:
o
cost
o
competing family priorities
o
health
o
peer pressure
o
understanding of an issue
o
perceived priorities
perverse incentives, such as:
o
frequent flyer points
o
discount schemes for consumption of energy and
resources
o
subsidised fossil fuels
o
taxation anomalies
•
structural barriers
•
cost
•
relevant International, Federal, State and local regulations and
legislation that disallow application of sustainability principles
and practices
•
mindset barriers
•
information and communications barriers
•
contrary viewpoints
•
contradictory or vague definitions of sustainability principles and
practice
•
choice of engagement method by advocates for sustainability
•
climate of mistrust
•
weak sense of community and engagement
•
quantitative data, such as:
o
base-line measurements
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•
Progress monitoring and
reporting procedures may
include:
Evaluation procedures
may refer to:
o
consumption data
o
estimates
o
historical data
o
waste streams
tools and resources that support behaviour change facilitation,
such as:
o
social change tools
o
organisational models, processes and dynamics
o
enabling structures
o
leadership and stewardship
o
community engagement
o
creating dialogue and shared scenario
o
diagnosis
o
innovation
o
marketing, media, advocacy techniques
•
baseline data recording
•
gap analysis
•
quantification
•
progress journal
•
reflective journal
•
documents, charts and templates designed to map progress
•
forms or reports for feedback from relevant people
•
program review report allowing for results to be reviewed against
program goals and aspirations
•
performance evaluation
•
impact evaluation
•
outcome evaluation
•
qualification
•
feedback from stakeholders and peers
•
reflective practice where continuous improvement decisions are
made using information gained through monitoring and review
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria,
Required Skills and Knowledge, Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines of this qualification.
Critical aspects for
assessment and evidence
required to demonstrate
competency in this unit
Context of and specific
resources for assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must provide
evidence of:
•
Developing a program that addresses behaviour change
requirements for a sustainability initiative
•
Developing progress monitoring, record keeping and
evaluation procedures
•
Implementing and monitoring the program
•
Evaluating the program based on assessment and review of
data and reflective practices
•
Knowledge of basic principles and practices of sustainability
•
Knowledge of basic behaviour change processes, models and
theories
Assessment must ensure:
•
Activities are related to sustainability
Resources implications for assessment include:
•
Access to suitable simulated or real workplace opportunities
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical
skills and knowledge. The following assessment methods are
appropriate for this unit:
•
Evaluation of research project into the behaviour change
models, theories and practices
• Evaluation of program design
•
Review of a portfolio of research into sustainability principles
and practices and their application in a specific context
•
Evaluation of implementation of the program
•
Evaluation of progress monitoring of the program
•
Review of the evaluation of the program including selfreflection on achievements
• Practical exercises
• Direct questioning
• Presentations
• Third party reports
Guidance information for
assessment
•
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Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
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Section C: Units of competency
VU20304: Develop business plan for sustainable business practice
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine the advantages for businesses
and organisation to align with sustainability practices and to develop business plans for
sustainable business practice with a long term view to the economic, environmental and social
impacts and outcomes of the organisation. This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to
engage stakeholder support for the plan.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Employability Skills
The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of
Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit is
included will assist in identifying employability skill requirements.
Application of the Unit
This unit supports the work of employees, managers, consultants, and other practitioners involved
in preparing, developing, communicating, and engaging active involvement in, business plans for
sustainable business practice.
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential
outcomes of a unit of competency.
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate
achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is
detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of
performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide.
1. Assess business
performance against
sustainability
indicators
1.1. Sustainability indicators relevant to industry sector are
determined
1.2. Current and past business practice is analysed and contrasted
against sustainability indicators
1.3. Industry-sector best practice for economic, social and
environmental sustainability is identified and debated
1.4. Barriers and opportunities for improved sustainability are
determined, prioritised and option/s selected in consultation
with relevant people
2. Prepare business case
for sustainable business
practice
2.1. Benefits of implementing improvement opportunities are
delineated
2.2. Costs associated with implementing the opportunities are
identified
2.3. Risks and contingencies are delineated
2.4. Business case to incorporate opportunities for improved
sustainability is prepared, documented and presented in line
with organisational requirements
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3. Develop business plan
for sustainable business
practice
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3.1. Key elements of business plan are identified and documented
in consultation with relevant people and in line with
organisational requirements
3.2. Stakeholder engagement strategies are delineated and
incorporated into plan
3.3. Sustainability reporting criteria are identified and built into
the monitoring and reporting procedures of the plan
3.4. Plan is prepared, documented and presented in line with
organisational requirements
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.
Required Skills
•
communication skills to work with clients, colleagues, management, and/or external
stakeholders across a range of relevant contexts
•
communication and organisational skills to work with a team or individually
•
research and analytical skills to identify sources of information
•
business case development skills to support sustainability initiatives
•
interpretive skills to understand cost-benefit analyses
•
research and analytical skills to identify opportunities for sustainable business plan
implementation
•
research and analytical skills to assess best practice in sustainability business planning
•
writing and comprehension skills to prepare reports, obtain information from documents and
interpret reports
•
organisational skills to prioritise, set and meet goals, targets and milestones
•
reflexive practice skills to make changes to current and future practice informed by candid
review and reflection on own performance
Required Knowledge
•
general knowledge of principles and practices of sustainability
•
interdependence of ecological processes, social structures and economic systems
•
environmental, social and economic implications of resource use
•
sustainability reporting indicators and criteria
•
basic sustainability options
•
relevant international, national, state and local government legislation, regulations and
standards
•
business case development principles
•
broad principles of cost benefit analysis
•
stakeholder engagement strategies
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basic business planning
•
project management methods
•
safe work practices
Section C: Units of competency
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and
situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the elements and performance criteria is detailed
below.
Sustainability indicators
may refer to:
•
formalised indicators, such as:
o
national economic indices
o
financial market indices for sustainability
o
Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) sustainability reporting
framework
•
quantitative data
•
qualitative measures
•
data that is:
•
o
relevant
o
reliable
o
user friendly
o
accessible
measures that may:
o
link economic, social and environmental well-being
o
indicate local sustainability as not being at the expense of
global sustainability
o
take a long range view
o
address:
o
Barriers may refer to:
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-
resource use
-
quality of life
-
human capital
-
social capital
-
equity and fairness
have the potential for improvement
•
cost
•
diminution of competitive advantage
•
compliance
•
customer pressures
•
shareholder/stakeholder pressures
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Opportunities for
improved sustainability
may include:
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•
lack of upper level of management/ownership commitment
•
perverse incentives, such as:
o
frequent flyer points
o
discount schemes for consumption of energy and
resources
o
subsidised fossil fuels
o
taxation anomalies
•
structural barriers
•
relevant international, Federal, State and local regulations and
legislation that disallows application of sustainability principles
and practices
•
mindset barriers
•
information and communications barriers
•
contrary viewpoints
•
contradictory or vague definitions of sustainability principles and
practice
•
choice of engagement method by advocates for sustainability
•
climate of mistrust
•
weak sense of engagement
•
changes in practices and processes to reduce environmental
impact of:
•
•
o
resource use
o
emissions
o
waste management
o
bio-diversity policies and practices
changes in practices that improve social sustainability, such as:
o
improving social inclusion
o
valuing human capital
o
promoting equity
o
promoting gender rights and equality
o
promoting health
o
promoting participatory decision making
o
promoting sustainable (social) consumption and
production
changes in practices that will improve economic sustainability,
such as:
o
improved profitability
o
increased productivity
o
equitable economic resource distribution
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Relevant people may
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to:
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o
stable employment
o
localised economies
o
sustainable (economic) consumption and production
o
corporate responsibility
o
ethical business
•
project team
•
staff
•
colleagues
•
management
•
clients
•
community representatives
•
technicians
•
advisors
•
experts
•
industry professionals
•
contractors and sub-contractors
•
installers
•
technical experts
•
consultants
•
regulators
•
purpose
•
proposed value
•
demonstrated economic benefit
•
contribution to business results
•
return on investment (ROI)
•
cost benefit analysis
•
feasibility and market analysis
•
risk assessment
•
rationale for incorporation of sustainability principles
•
identification of relevant personnel and resourcing
•
business planning
•
strategic alignment
•
relevant international, Federal, State and local regulations and
legislation that disallows application of sustainability principles
and practices, such as:
o
National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007
(NGER Act)
o
Building Energy Efficiency Disclosure Act 2010
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Sustainable business
practice may refer to:
Organisational
requirements may refer
to:
Key elements of business
plan may include:
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•
business practice that contributes to an equitable and
ecologically sustainable economy
•
contribution to economic growth, social progress and ecological
balance
•
premise that operating within a well-defined framework of
sustainable development helps companies to:
o
be more efficient and competitive
o
engage in responsible entrepreneurship
o
increase their financial return and reduce risk for
shareholders
o
attract and retain employees
o
improve customer sales and loyalty
o
grow supplier commitment
o
strengthen community relations
o
contribute to environmental sustainability
•
philosophical/religious/cultural requirements
•
goals
•
objectives
•
plans
•
systems
•
processes
•
operational policies and procedures
•
business, performance and strategic plans
•
legal and ethical requirements and codes of practice
•
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
•
quality assurance and procedure manuals
•
relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
•
reporting procedures
•
OHS policies, procedures and programs
•
environmental management systems, procedures and practices
•
description / definition / rationale
•
alignment of goals to strategic/mission planning
•
outcomes and goal setting
•
resource requirements and allocation
•
budget
•
targets and milestones
•
completion phases and timelines
•
personnel
•
implementation team formation
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responsibilities
•
accountabilities
•
communication strategies
•
stakeholder analysis
•
stakeholder engagement strategies
•
risk analysis, such as:
•
Stakeholders may include:
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o
identification
o
quantification
o
management
o
contingency planning
control system of performance measurement and review, such
as:
o
sustainability reporting criteria
o
sustainability indicators
o
Triple Bottom Line
o
Five Capitals Model
o
key performance indicators
o
monitoring, review and reporting
o
agreed reporting requirements
o
progress reports
•
definitions of success and failure
•
continuous improvement procedures
•
employees
•
colleagues
•
management
•
clients
•
shareholders
•
technical experts
•
contractors
•
union and/or association representatives
•
supply chains
•
facilities occupants
•
facility managers
•
asset owners
•
government representatives
•
local government
•
funding bodies
•
community representatives
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Stakeholder engagement
strategies may include:
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Stakeholder analysis, including:
o
profile
o
requirements and needs
o
benefits
o
analysis of business culture in relation to stakeholders,
such as:
-
past and present activities
key values
key assumptions
o
likely impact of plan
o
associated risks
o
required levels of support
o
positioning of stakeholders by degree of significance
and/or influence
•
models
•
methodologies
•
effective dialogue
•
reinforcement strategies
•
communication approaches
•
creating dialogue and shared scenario
•
innovation
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria,
Required Skills and Knowledge, Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines of this qualification.
Critical aspects for
assessment and evidence
required to demonstrate
competency in this unit
Context of and specific
resources for assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must provide
evidence of:
•
Determining an opportunity to develop a business case for a
sustainable business practice option/s
•
Developing a business plan for the sustainable business
practice option/s
•
Developing a stakeholder engagement strategy
•
Knowledge of sustainability business practice planning
Assessment must ensure:
•
Activities are related to sustainability
Resources implications for assessment include:
•
Access to suitable simulated or real workplace opportunities
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Method of assessment
Guidance information for
assessment
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A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical
skills and knowledge. The following assessment methods are
appropriate for this unit:
•
Evaluation of research project into sustainability business case
development methods
•
Evaluation of a sustainability business case
•
Review of a portfolio of research into sustainable business
practice planning
•
Evaluation of business plan for sustainable business practice
•
Practical exercises
•
Direct questioning
•
Presentations
•
Third party reports
•
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
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Section C: Units of competency
VU20305: Research and apply principles of sustainable production and consumption
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to explore the social, environmental and
economic impact of production and consumption interrelationships, methods and choices with a
particular emphasis on any global implications of local production and consumption. The unit
describes the skills and knowledge required to use key tools, processes and practices for
sustainable production and consumption.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Employability Skills
The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of
Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit is
included will assist in identifying employability skill requirements.
Application of the Unit
This unit supports the work of employees, managers, consultants and other practitioners involved
in planning for, and/or implementing, sustainability initiatives within a range of industry,
government, not-for-profit and community spheres, primary or secondary industry sectors.
Practitioners may be involved in projects that have a local, national or global reach.
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential
outcomes of a unit of competency.
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate
achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is
detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of
performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide.
1. Research sustainable
production
1.1. Social, economic and environmental impact of production
methods and choices are examined
1.2. Principles and definitions of sustainable production are
researched and debated
1.3. Sustainable design principles and strategies are identified and
debated
1.4. Models, trends and drivers in sustainable production are
identified and debated
2. Research sustainable
consumption
2.1. Social, economic and environmental impact of consumerism
and consumption methods and choices are analysed and
debated
2.2. Relationships of production to consumption and consumerism
are examined
2.3. Principles and definitions of sustainable consumption are
researched and debated
2.4. Models, trends and drivers in sustainable consumption are
identified and debated
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3. Apply principles of
sustainable production
and consumption
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3.1. Key tools, processes and practices that support sustainable
production and consumption are identified
3.2. Role of informal choices, decisions and drivers is considered
and debated
3.3. Legislative regulatory and voluntary requirements are
identified
3.4. Tools, processes and strategies for sustainable production and
consumption are selected in consultation with relevant people
and in line with organisational requirements, and applied to
practice
3.5. Benefits and limitations of selected sustainable production and
consumption processes and strategies are discussed with
relevant people to inform future practice
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.
Required Skills
•
communication skills to work with clients, colleagues, management, and/or external
stakeholders across a range of relevant contexts
•
communication and organisational skills to work with a team or individually
•
research and analytical skills to identify sources of information
•
research and analytical skills to assess best practice in sustainability practices
•
writing and comprehension skills to prepare reports, obtain information from documents and
interpret reports
•
research, analytical and organisational skills to select and apply relevant sustainability tools to
sustainable production and consumption
Required Knowledge
•
environmental, social and economic implications of production and consumption
•
relationship of production to consumption
•
interdependence of ecological processes, social structures and economic systems
•
general knowledge of principles and practices of sustainability
•
general principles of sustainable production and consumption
•
tools, processes and practices that support sustainable production and consumption
•
relevant International, National, State and local treaties, legislation, regulations and standards
•
international and national trends in optimisation of sustainability practice
•
safe work practices
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RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and
situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the elements and performance criteria is detailed
below.
Sustainable production
may refer to:
•
use of tools for sustainable design, development and delivery of
products and services
•
principles of sustainable design
•
non-material alternatives, such as:
o e-solutions
o computer-aided systems controls
o network nodes
o software elaboration
o intellectual non-material products
o digital international and local communication and
distribution systems
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•
minimisation of environmental and social impacts of production
process
•
efficient and minimised use of resources
•
material selection
•
application of the Five Capitals Model (from Forum for the
Future):
o
Natural
o
Human
o
Social
o
Manufactured
o
Financial
•
policies and procedures that address long-term social,
environmental and economic impacts of production processes
•
application of sustainability tools and principles for:
o
urban, rural and regional planning
o
built environment
o
sustainable landscape design
o
ethical design
o
measuring embodied energy
o
raw material selection
o
product design
o
system or service design
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Production may refer to:
Sustainable design
principles and strategies
may refer to:
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•
provision of goods or services from conception to delivery
•
characteristics of production, such as:
o
reliability
o
durability
o
functionality
o
modularity
o
compliance
o
manufacturing processes
o
distribution
o
packaging and transportation
o
marketing and promotion
o
customer and client use and behaviour
o
supply chains and production systems
o
waste management
o
stipulated life of product or service
o
product life-cycle
o
end-use product, service or system
•
conventional design principles
•
conventional resource and materials use
•
Extension of stipulated life of product and/or service, such as
through:
o
reliability
o
durability
o
functionality
o
adaptability
o
repairability
•
life-cycle thinking / life cycle assessment
•
consumption
•
environmentally sustainable design (ESD)
•
product stewardship
•
design checklists
•
dematerialisation, de-carbonisation and closed-system cycles
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Sustainable consumption
may refer to:
Consumption may refer
to:
Relationships may refer
to:
•
end-use product, service or system that adheres to sustainability
principles
•
assessment of product and/or service against sustainability
indicators
•
conscious choices in favour of sustainable product and service
provision
•
re-definition of need, want and use
•
use of goods and services that support quality of life whilst
minimising impact on present and future economic, social and
environmental spheres
•
Definitions and sociological interpretations, such as:
o
materialism
o
‘consumer society’
o
‘throw-away society’
o
social patterns of resources use
o
meanings of ‘need’
o
meanings of ‘want’
o
influence of marketing and media
o
choices and decisions of people
o
psychology of objects and/or spaces
•
characteristics, requirements (formal and informal) and degree of
consumption particular to developed world
•
characteristics, requirements (formal and informal) and degree of
consumption particular to developing world
•
role of cultural production / conventional interpretations of
design, production processes and consumption / hegemony
•
potential impacts of production process on the natural
environment, such as:
•
o
land degradation
o
deforestation
o
water and air pollution
o
species loss
o
waste production and disposal
o
water quality
o
biodiversity
production and consumption as it relates to society and
behaviour, such as:
o
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conventional interpretations of design, production processes
and consumption
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role of design as:
-
a strategic intervention
- catalyst change towards improved sustainable society
•
•
•
o
urban planning which incorporates green space
o
functionality and usability impacting on how efficiently or
effectively a product, service or system is used
o
stipulated life of product and / or service
o
population growth and relative consumption
o
social justice and economic prosperity
o
mental and physical health and wellbeing
o
equity and sense of community
o
transport infrastructure and modes of transportation
influence of consumerism, such as:
o
economy and market demand
o
over consumption
o
excessive production
o
production of short-lived or disposable items
o
availability and affordability of materials and resources
social norms, such as:
o
behavioural expectations and cues
o
perceived acceptable and non-acceptable attitudes,
behaviours, values and beliefs
o
public perception
perverse incentives, such as:
o
frequent flyer points
o
discount schemes for consumption of energy and
resources
o
subsidised fossil fuels
o
taxation anomalies
•
role of the media and communications in influencing decision
making and furthering social norms
•
political and legal frameworks, such as:
o
local, State, Federal policy and regulation
o
role of patents
o
building rating legislation
o
energy efficiency and water efficiency legislation
o
packaging covenants
o
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE
Directive)
o
industrial waste legislation
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Drivers for sustainable
consumption may refer to:
Key tools, processes and
practices, that support
sustainable production
and consumption, may
refer to:
•
o
transition policies
o
Environmental Protection Act
o
mitigation and abatement policy
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specific conscious behaviours and attitudes that advance
sustainability consumption, such as:
o
refusing to litter
o
refusing to use plastic bags
o
eco-buying
o
green purchasing
o
sustainable procurement policies
o
relevant legislation
Tools that support sustainable production such as:
•
Life Cycle Analysis / Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
•
designer tools, software packages and check-lists
•
ecological footprint calculators
•
ecological rucksacks
•
rating tools for building design
•
waste management hierarchy
•
eco-labelling
•
quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
•
sustainability indicators
Tools that support sustainable consumption, such as:
Legislative, regulatory
and voluntary
requirements may refer
to:
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•
Life Cycle Analysis / Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
•
‘Green’ ratings
•
eco-labelling
•
sustainability indicators
•
product assessment checklists
•
eco-buy and eco-find data bases
•
International, National, State and local government legislation,
regulations and standards, and voluntary arrangements that
regulate, or propel, sustainable production and consumption,
such as:
o
ACCC protection for consumers
o
NABERS rating system
o
minimum standards for government buildings
o
national waste policy
o
e-waste policy
o
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
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Relevant people may
include:
Organisational
requirements may
include:
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o
Emissions Trading Schemes (ETS)
o
National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting System
(NGERS)
o
National Packaging Covenant
o
Product Stewardship Codes
•
staff
•
colleagues
•
management
•
clients
•
community representatives
•
advisors
•
experts
•
industry professionals
•
contractors and sub-contractors
•
consultants
•
regulators
•
suppliers
•
philosophical / religious / cultural requirements
•
goals
•
objectives
•
plans
•
systems
•
processes
•
operational policies and procedures
•
business, performance and strategic plans
•
legal and ethical requirements and codes of practice
•
quality assurance and continuous improvement processes and
standards
•
relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
•
reporting procedures
•
OHS policies, procedures and programs
•
environmental management systems, procedures and practices
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Benefits and limitations
may refer to:
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impact designers as decision makers have on products and
services
•
design benefits, such as:
•
•
•
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o
reliability
o
durability
o
functionality
o
modularity
environmental and social benefits, such as:
o
minimised use of natural resources
o
avoidance of toxic or harmful material
o
reduced greenhouse gas emission
o
reduced waste over product lifecycle
o
environmental awareness
o
quality of life and health benefits
economic and business benefits, such as:
o
Return On Investment (ROI)
o
savings in operating costs
o
improved profits
o
expanded market opportunity
o
competitive advantage
o
behavioural change and adaptation
o
sustainable business practices
o
organisational change
o
opportunities for abatement
limitations, such as:
o
access to resources
o
access to materials
o
lack of economic investment
o
lack of market demand
o
public perception
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria,
Required Skills and Knowledge, Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines of this qualification.
Critical aspects for
assessment and evidence
required to demonstrate
competency in this unit
Context of and specific
resources for assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must provide
evidence of:
•
analysing the impact of production and consumption on
society, economy and the environment
•
using selected key tools, processes and practices to improve
for sustainable production and consumption
•
knowledge of basic principles and practices of sustainability
•
knowledge of basic tools, processes and practices of
sustainable production and consumption
•
knowledge of the relationship of sustainable production to
sustainable consumption
Assessment must ensure:
•
Activities are related to sustainability
Resources implications for assessment include:
•
Method of assessment
Guidance information for
assessment
Access to suitable simulated or real workplace opportunities
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical
skills and knowledge. The following assessment methods are
appropriate for this unit:
•
Evaluation of project on improved sustainable production and
consumption
•
Evaluation of research project into sustainable design
principles and strategies
•
Review of portfolio of research into consumption trends in
developed and developing world arenas and key tools for
improved sustainable consumption practices
•
Practical exercises in Life Cycle Analysis
•
Observation
•
Direct questioning
•
Presentations
•
Third party reports
•
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
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Section C: Units of competency
Appendices
Appendices
Appendix I: Employability skills summary
Appendix 2: Recommended references
Appendix 3: Transition table
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Appendices
Appendix 1: Employability skills summary
Qualification Code:
Qualification Title: 22105VIC Diploma of Sustainability
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each
unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on the packaging options.
Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include the following facets:
Communication that
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
contributes to productive and
harmonious relations across
employees and customers
Teamwork that contributes to •
productive working relationships
and outcomes
•
liaising, listening and consulting to negotiate deals, outcomes, plans to achieve agreed outcomes
discussing and negotiating with stakeholders on matters relating to issues of sustainability values and ethics
responding to feedback
obtaining and interpreting information to ensure currency of work practice
sharing industry information with colleagues and peers
negotiating solutions to new and emerging issues
researching information
developing and writing reports to specifications
compiling data, preparing presentations and ad hoc reports as required
interacting effectively with others, as an individual or as a team member, to achieve a shared goal. This may involve:
- working effectively in diverse teams
- effectively acknowledging cultural protocols
- knowing how to define the roles within a team
- identifying the strengths of team members
- working towards consensus in a team environment
working collaboratively with clients, colleagues, and other relevant people to achieve agreed outcomes
Appendix 1: Employability skills summary
Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include the following facets:
Problem solving that
•
applying creative problem solving strategies by:
•
•
•
analysing and researching to provide sustainability solutions to a number of different situations, in a range of contexts and
environments
solving discrepancies
sourcing relevant specialists to provide assistance and specifications where required by legislative, regulatory or treaty
requirements
analysing relevant data in order to identify hazards, and to assess and control risks
dealing with complex and non-routine difficulties
establishing and maintaining record-keeping, monitoring and evaluation systems
•
•
•
•
•
applying learning about sustainability principles and practices to develop improved processes
developing reports to effectively present information
referring non-routine problems to a nominated person
identifying trends sustainability methods and practices
identifying and researching the feasibility of sustainability opportunities
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
managing work time and priorities through setting clear goals and deliverables, time lines and milestones, for self and with others
managing a number of tasks
planning the use of resources and adapting resource allocations to cope with contingencies
allocating people and other resources to tasks
participating in continuous improvement and planning processes
collecting, analysing and organising information
accessing and systematically searching electronic databases
evaluating the relevance, reliability and authority of information and research
•
•
•
developing personal goals and the strategies to achieve them
understanding of own strengths and weaknesses in professional performance
developing strategies to self-manage, motivate and self-direct to achieve critical deadlines when working in isolation on
sustainability projects
reflecting on and taking responsibility for own performance
adapting to change in technology and work practices
identifying and acting upon professional development opportunities
contributes to productive
outcomes
Initiative and enterprise
that contribute to innovative
outcomes
Planning and organising
that contribute to long and shortterm strategic planning
Self-management that
contributes to employee
satisfaction and growth
-
•
•
•
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Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include the following facets:
Learning that contributes to
•
ongoing improvement and
expansion in employee and
company operations and
outcomes
Technology that contributes to
the effective carrying out of tasks
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•
•
•
•
developing and maintaining personal competence particularly in:
developments in sustainability knowledge
developments in the nature of work and provision of services
managing opportunities for professional development and having a commitment to life-long learning
utilising new opportunities to learn about sustainability through a variety of formal and informal methods
following workplace safety procedures
maintaining currency of knowledge of relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
•
•
•
•
applying technology to sustainability initiative implementation process
using basic IT skills in a range of software applications relevant to business efficiency
using technology where appropriate to ensure improved sustainability outcomes
applying OHS and learning about ergonomic activities to develop improved processes in using technology
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Appendix 2: Recommended references
Appendix 2: Recommended references
22105VIC Diploma of Sustainability
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Summary mapping – 22105VIC Diploma of Sustainability
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Previous units
New Units
Relationship to previous versions
VPB435 Apply the concepts of
sustainability to a major
challenge
VU20302: Apply basic concepts
of sustainability to own, or
local, practice
VPB436 Develop and
implement a program to
support behavioural change
and sustainable practices
VU20303: Develop and
implement a program to
Updated and equivalent
support behaviour change for a
sustainability initiative
VBP437 Develop a business
plan for responsive and
sustainable businesses
VU20304: Develop business
plan for sustainable business
practice
Updated and equivalent
VPB438 Analyse the long-term
outcomes of sustainable
production and consumption
VU20305: Research and apply
concepts of sustainable
production and consumption
Updated and equivalent
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Updated and equivalent
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