Key Competencies

KC1: collecting, analysing and organising information
The capacity to locate information, sift and sort the information in order to select what is required and present it in a useful way, and evaluate both the information itself and the sources and methods used to obtain it.

KC2: communicating ideas and information
The capacity to communicate effectively with others using a whole range of spoken, written, graphic and other non-verbal means of expression.

KC3: planning and organising activities
The capacity to plan and organise one’s own work activities, including making good use of time and resources, sorting out priorities and monitoring performance.

KC4: working with others in teams
The capacity to interact effectively with other people both on a one-to-one basis and in groups, including understanding and responding to the needs of others and working effectively as a member of a team to achieve a shared goal.

KC5: using mathematical ideas and techniques
The capacity to use mathematical ideas, such as number and space, and techniques, such as estimation and approximation, for practical purposes.

KC6: solving problems
The capacity to apply problem-solving strategies in purposeful ways, both in situations where the problem and the desired solution are clearly evident, and in situations requiring critical thinking and a creative approach to achieve an outcome.

KC7: using technology
The capacity to apply technology, combining the physical and sensory skills needed to operate equipment with the understanding of scientific and technological principles needed to explore and adapt systems.

Source: SACSA Web Site http://www.sacsa.sa.edu.au