Skill set Outline
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15/09/2026 5:32 AM AWST
15/09/2026 5:32 AM AWST
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Hydrography basics
Hydrography basics
Skill set
National Code
NWPSS00005
NWPSS00005
State Code
AD277
AD277
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
07/12/2015
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
225
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/12/2015 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set allows for the attainment of basic hydrography skills. The skill set covers skills that allow water industry staff to undertake basic hydrography operations.
Pathway Information
These units may provide credit towards a range of qualifications in the Water Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set applies to those working as water industry staff undertaking basic hydrography operations.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies meet the industry standards for basic hydrography operations.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVZ19 | NWPHYD011 | Measure and process low and medium flows using area velocity methods | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ17 | NWPHYD013 | Operate, maintain and decommission monitoring sites | 130 | Unit of competency |
| D6897 | AHCLPW306A | Undertake sampling and testing of water | 35 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE453 | NWPSS00013 | Hydrometric Monitoring Basics Skill Set | Skill set |