This unit has 5 learning outcomes.
LEARNING OUTCOMES |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
The learner will: |
The learner can: |
- Understand the value of differing levels of field survey investigation.
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Select and justify a field survey technique for their given survey.
- Discuss the purpose, value and advantages and disadvantages of the National Vegetation Classification Survey.
- Assess the purpose and methodology of three other nationally recognised biological survey/recording schemes (either fauna or flora); e.g Phase 1, National Bat Recording Scheme, Insect Recording Schemes, Small Mammal Surveys, Veteran Tree Initiative etc..
- Evaluate factors and issues that influence the quality, reliability and accuracy of raw survey data. Use examples to illustrate.
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- Independently plan, design and prepare to carry out a field survey.
- (National Occupational Standards: Environmental Conservation EC23)
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Discuss the importance and value of gaining access permission for the purposes of implementing field surveys.
- Identify and accurately define the extent of a survey site, its physical, biological and cultural characteristics.
- Identify and liase with an owner, and obtain access permission from an owner of a habitat in order to carry out a detailed site based field survey.
- Outline three main reasons for access decline and provide a strategy to overcoming denied access.
- Describe any legal implications associated with gaining land access or carrying out the survey.
- Identify any existing data that would be of use to the defined survey site.
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- Know how to conduct a site based field survey by collecting and recording field survey data using recognised techniques e.g NVC or equivalent.
(National Occupational Standards: Environmental Conservation EC23.2)
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Apply correct field procedures, sampling strategies and use of survey equipment.
- Correctly classify, evaluate and record all relevant elements of the habitat/environment.
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- Know how to interpret the meaning and value of field survey data and report on findings in terms of its nature conservation value.
(National Occupational Standards: Environmental Conservation EC23.3)
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- Produce a survey report that complies with the format recognised by the nature conservation industry (e.g Phase 1 Target note, NVC recording card etc..).
- Evaluate the main impacts, influences and management practices associated with the site, and indicate what effects they might have on the site in both the short and long-term.
- Outline solutions and/or recommendations for enhancement of the site based on known practice.
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- Understand necessary Health & Safety procedures whilst carrying out a field survey.
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- Produce and adhere to an appropriate comprehensive Risk Assessment to be used during your field survey.
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Assessment information
Guidance:
This grid gives details of the assessment activities to be used with the unit attached.
Please refer to the NOCN Centre Handbook for definitions of each activity and the expectations for assessment practice and evidence for moderation.
The assessment activities for this unit are indicated in the table below:
Key:
P = Prescribed – this assessment method must be used to assess the unit.
O = Optional – this assessment method could be used to assess the unit.
Case study |
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Project |
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Written question & answer/test/exam |
O |
Role play/simulation |
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Essay |
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Practical demonstration |
P |
Report |
P |
Group discussion |
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Oral question and answer |
O |
Performance/exhibition |
P |
Written description |
O |
Production of artefact |
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Reflective log / diary |
P |
Practice file |
O |
Signposting Key Skills
This unit offers clear opportunities for learners to provide evidence of achievement in Key Skills achievement in the following skill area/s:
Key Skill |
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Wider Key Skill |
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Communication |
Yes |
Working with others |
Yes |
Information Technology |
Yes |
Problem solving |
Yes |
Application of Number |
Yes |
Improving Own Learning and Performance |
Yes |
