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Elements and Performance Criteria

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required Skills

apply organisational doctrine

correctly input pre firing data into torpedo fire control system

demonstrate correct voice procedure

optimise sonar control room equipment

use sonartorpedo fire control system equipment

Required Knowledge

basic principles and characteristics of sonar theory

daily system operability tests DSOTS

external communications

internal communications

relevant registered publications

threat identification

torpedo search pattern characteristics

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to

maintain effective communication by using clear and concise procedures

complete a minimum of eight realsimulated torpedo firings

work within ones delegated authority

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time that is sufficient to include dealings with a range and variety of situations

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or simulated workplace environment

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to

appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace

Method of assessment

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision andor mentoring which is typically recorded in a competency workbook

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industryapproved simulated work environment Forms of assessment that are typically used include

direct observation

interviewing the candidate

journals and workplace documentation

third party reports from supervisors

written or oral questions

Range Statement


The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Torpedo fire control system may include	Associated communications equipment: equipment for internal communications with command and external (under water telephone) headsets internal voice Torpedo control equipment
Standard operating procedures may include	Australian Standards Job guides, pamphlets and other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions Occupational health and safety regulations Organisational policies and procedures Relevant local government by laws Relevant state/territory or federal legislation or regulations Written and verbal orders and job instructions
Internal communications may include	Broadcast circuits Sound powered activated communications Telephone
Other sensors may include	Combat data system Electronic support Radar Sonar Sonar buoys Visual
Problems or issues may include	Mechanical failure Power failure System failure Tactical consideration
Transferring the torpedo fire control system operation may include	Comprehensive hand over of current situation and torpedo fire control system set up