Data engineering and manipulation

Data engineering involves ensuring the correct systems are available to enable the collection, analysis and extrapolation of data. Skill level Description Awareness You can:show an awareness of the need for engineering support to design and deliver products into the organisationappreciate the need to cleanse and prepare data before including it in data science products and … Read more

Data Wrangling Steps

Each data project requires a unique approach to ensure its final dataset is reliable and accessible. That being said, several processes typically inform the approach. These are commonly referred to as data wrangling steps or activities. 1. Discovery Discovery refers to the process of familiarizing yourself with data so you can conceptualize how you might use … Read more

Logical and creative thinking

You can apply logic and creativity to approach a problem. Skill level Description Awareness You can:identify problems in databases, data processes, data products and services, with an understanding of the level of a problem (for example, strategic, tactical or operational)contribute to the implementation of remedies and preventative measures Working You can:respond to problems in databases, … Read more

Statistical methods and data analysis

Applied mathematics and statistics involves applying analytical methods including exploratory data analysis, visualisation and statistical testing to help make accurate recommendations. Skill level Description Awareness You can:understand the theoretical basis for applied practicesbegin to apply the theory to practical examples Working You can:understand how and when to practically apply existing best practice solutions Practitioner You … Read more

Data visualisation

Data visualisation involves producing graphical representations that communicate data, such as charts and graphs. Skill level Description Awareness You can:work under direction to use the most appropriate medium to visualise data to tell a story, relevant to the fully defined goals and able to be acted uponpresent, communicate and disseminate analysis and recommendations appropriately, under … Read more

Data quality assurance, validation and linkage

You can plan, design, manage, execute and report tests, using appropriate tools and techniques. You can work within regulations. You can ensure that risks associated with deployment are adequately understood and documented. Testing involves ensuring that requirements have been fully met by using appropriate tools and techniques to verify that a product or service works. … Read more

Problem resolution

Problem management involves anticipating and identifying problems in systems, processes or services, and ensuring appropriate solutions are implemented. You can log, analyse and manage problems to identify and implement the appropriate solution. You can ensure that the problem is fixed. Data Engineer Skill level Description Awareness You can:explain the types of problems in databases, data … Read more

Data innovation

You can recognise and exploit business opportunities to ensure more efficient and effective performance of organisations. You can explore new ways of conducting business and organisational processes. Skill level Description Awareness You can:show an awareness of opportunities for innovation with new tools and uses of data Working You can:understand the impact on the organisation of … Read more

Data analysis and synthesis

You can understand how to apply basic techniques for the analysis of research data and synthesis of findings You can translate data into valuable insights that inform decisions. You can effectively involve teams in analytics and synthesis to increase consensus and challenge assumptions. You can identify and use the most appropriate analytical techniques, and you … Read more

Knowledge Worker

A Knowledge Worker is a professional who generates value for the organisation with their expertise, critical thinking and interpersonal skills. Thinking Skills Thinking Skills – the ability to work with information effectively to solve problems, perform tasks, and design solutions. Thinking skills include: Communication Communication – the ability to understand and share ideas effectively. This includes … Read more