15. Assessment Criteria

The objective is for the student to show that they have achieved the unit’s competencies. Flexible learningand assessment processes are used by ITAGC and students may be assessed by one or more of thefollowing methods:

�� Observation – the completion of a specified task or set of procedures, normally performed under close supervision, using a detailed checklist.

�� Oral questioning – a response is provided to a series of questions presented in order to demonstrate understanding of principles or reasoning behind the action taken.

�� Case study – an opportunity to display problem solving and decision making skills is provided in a simulated context.

�� Multiple choice – a question or incomplete statement followed by several options[usually 4 – 5] from which the trainee selects the appropriate answer/s.

�� Written short answer – a written response item consisting of a question/s with answers of a single word, a few words, a sentence, or a paragraph.

�� Project – an exercise or investigation based on a real life situation, generally requiring a significant part of the work being carried out without supervision, and involving the completion of a project report.

�� Or any other method outlined in the student information bookStudents will be advised of the assessment methodology before training commences.