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Occupational Title: GIS Technician
Academic and Employability Knowledge and Skill Matrix
CWF 6 Develop Software Applications
Listening Speaking Using Information  and Communi- cations Technology Gathering and Analyzing Information Analyzing and Solving Problems Making Decisions and Judgments Organizing and Planning Using Social skills Adaptability Working in Teams Leading Others Building Consensus Self and Career Develop- ment Writing Reading Mathe- matics Science
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Statement of Assessment

Tools & Strategy::
A. Written Tests could include:
(1) Multiple choice and/or essay questions that demonstrate an ability to modify existing GIS software through customization and develop new GIS applications using languages like C++, SQL, and Python

B.  Hands-on exercises or simulations to demonstrate acquisition of knowledge, skills, and attitude that could:
1.    Ability to select appropriate language and hardware platform for software application.
2.    Demonstrate ability to create customized GIS applications based on end-user specifications.
3.    Ability to create, save and use a map template.
4.    Demonstrate ability to perform quality control & assurance using beta testing methodologies.
5.    Ability to develop help files and end-user support documentation.