National Occupational Standards in
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AE1 Characterise the archaeological resource and recommend action

AE1.2 Describe what data the resource has the potential to reveal

Performance Required

This will involve:

1. reviewing available data about the resource and its context
2. identifying comparative data, wider contextual information and precedents relevant to the resource
3. where appropriate, inviting the expert opinion of others regarding both the resource and its context
4. synthesising the potential of the resource to provide significant information and contribute to wider understanding of the historic environment
5. preparing a report which describes, substantiates and presents the findings

Occuptional Context

1. Relevant to the resource
   • In terms of historical period
   • In terms of culture
   • In terms of form, composition and content
   • In terms of field/ discipline
2. Potential of the resource
   • invasive / non-invasive testing
   • database development
   • contribution to archaeological analysis / interpretation / research literature

Knowledge Requirements

You need to know about:

Data sources

• Types, range, variety
• Application and usage
• Compositions
• Related analysis methods
• Associated research / professional expertise

Data Analysis

• Types and methods
• Outputs
• Measures
• Requirements and limitations
• Application to research
• Associated expertise

Required Skills

You should demonstrate:

• Report writing and presentation skills
• Communication skills

Evidence Required

You should provide evidence that you can describe what data the resource has the potential to reveal

The candidate should be questioned on documentary evidence which describes, substantiates and presents the potential of the resource.

• This should be in the form of a written report.

Evidence Rules

N/A

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