Competency assessment: theory or practise

There has been much discussion on the relevance of testing to training outcomes. Fortunately the development has emphasised practical assessment. It is generally agreed that the best way of determining whether or not a person is competent at specific tasks is to observe them in that activity. This paper provides an overview of the development of competency assessment in the automotive mechanic field, by looking at a training institution, a skill competition process and certification of mechanics. In particular it records personal observations of, or experience in: the assessment ... Show more

Authors: Sowter, Warren

Published: Adelaide, South Australia, NCVER, 1993

Resource type: Conference paper

Physical description: 6 p.

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