Application
This unit was developed for Combat Systems Operators working within Defence but is applicable to any individual in this field of work. This unit would typically be applied in an operations room setting and includes operating a sensor display in order to display and allow interpretation of tactical information. It also includes monitoring the sensor display for irregularities and taking steps to return the sensor display to optimal performance. | |
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Set up sensor display | 1.1 Access to appropriate function is gained in accordance with the shift supervisor tasking and organisational policies and procedures 1.2 Tactical display is set up in accordance with required function and shift supervisor tasking 1.3 Tactical information appropriate to required function is accessed and displayed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures 1.4 Operational data from other sources are used to set up sensor display and to build tactical picture |
2. Apply settings to sensor display | 2.1 Appropriate range scale is selected and set, in accordance with the needs of the tactical situation 2.2 Sensor video is selected and displayed to support the compilation of the tactical picture 2.3 IFF system equipment is prepared to support the compilation of the tactical picture 2.4 Sensor index error checks are performed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures |
3. Monitor sensor performance and respond to sensor degradation | 3.1 Sensors are monitored for degradation and rectification action is recommended to shift supervisor 3.2 Liaison is undertaken with other sensor operators to achieve optimum sensor performance 3.3 Sensor alarms are recognised and responded to in accordance with organisational policies and procedures |
Required Skills
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
accurately analyse and validate tactical information accurately identify and respond to degradation in sensor display apply a range of problem solving strategies to work outcomes clearly articulate information and advice consistently evaluate and monitor own performance effectively communicate with operations room personnel and adequately receive and interpret instructions manage own tasks within timeframes operate sensor display settings accurately based on tasking and required function |
Required Knowledge |
IFF system operation and settings operational data relevant to required function organisational policies and procedures procedure for sensor index error checks requirements of a tactical display over the range of functions roles and responsibilities of other sensor operators selection criteria for sensor range scale sensor alarms and meaning tactical information relevant to required function theory of radar theory of sonar types of sensor degradation and effect on sensor |
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: apply settings to sensor display in accordance with the requirements of the intended function optimise and monitor a sensor display accurately recognise and respond to sensor degradation. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time and across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated environment. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to: sensor display equipment typically used in a functioning operations room organisational policies and procedures relevant to a functioning operations room. |
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 and/or 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 industry-approved 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. | |
Function may include | Action picture supervisor Air picture supervisor Anti submarine/anti surface air controller Sonar operator Surface operator Track supervisor |
Organisational policies and procedures may include | Instructions Operating manuals Orders Relevant Australian Standards Relevant Commonwealth Acts Relevant Maritime Laws Security policy and procedure Standard Operating Procedures |
Tactical information may include | Contact of interest Critical contacts of interest Land tracks Navigation plan Operational areas Sub-surface tracks Surface tracks |
Operational data may include | Air lanes Combat air patrol stations Cryptographic information Data link information Exercise area data Handover gates Local notice to mariners Reference points R/V information Sensor tracking sectors |
Other sources may include | Electronic messaging Signals Visual observations Voice messages |
Sensor may include | Radar Sonar |
Sensor video may include | Processed Raw Synthetic |
Degradation may include | Electronic attack Environmental factors Mutual interference Systems defects |
Sensor alarms may include | Screen text alerts Warning bells |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. | |
Pre-requisite Unit/s | Nil |
Licensing Information
Not applicable.