Novice
- Makes a few spot measurements if directed to do so.
- Relies on equipment provided by other people.
- Trusts the values produced by the equipment.
- Does not calibrate equipment.
- Transfers data well after the measurements have been taken.
- Makes no efforts to integrate the data with other sources.
- Does not participate in the analysis of the data.
Advanced Beginner
- Conducts some searching for existing data before making any measurements.
- Helps arrange to have the proper equipment available.
- Tests the equipment before it is deployed.
- Transfers the data soon after it is collected.
- Analyzes the data superficially, usually long after all data are collected.
- Uses an experimental design provided by other people.
- Does not put the data into an historical or temporal context.
Competent
- Promptly backs up the data and begins the analyses.
- Uses a variety of data analysis techniques to assess and portray the temporal and spatial attributes of the data.
- Interprets the data in the context of other studies.
- Selects, calibrates and tests all of the equipment.
- Properly stores equipment between uses.
Proficient
- Prepares the data analysis workflow well ahead of time.
- Quickly notes unexpected data values so these can be handled appropriately.
- Creates qualitative categories for the measurements and applies these to the data.
Expert
