Application
This unit was developed for Combat Systems Operators working within Defence but is applicable to any individual in this field of work. Sonar systems are operated in a wide variety of environments and conditions. Typically operators work independently and as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures. | |
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Configure sonar system | 1.1 Instructions are received from supervisor in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) 1.2 Serviceability of sonar system is confirmed and any faults are reported to supervisor 1.3 Sonar display is optimised for operator use 1.4 Outside environmental conditions are determined and system is optimised accordingly 1.5 Environmental tools are used appropriately |
2. Compile and maintain a sonar picture | 2.1 Information is collated and analysed to identify and discriminate sonar contacts 2.2 Information is continuously collected, collated and analysed to track contacts or to identify new contacts 2.3 Acoustic information is collected from other sensors/sources in accordance with organisational procedures 2.4 Sonar contact details are reported, displayed and disseminated to stakeholders in accordance with organisational procedures 2.5 Threats are responded to in accordance with organisational doctrine 2.6 Problems or issues beyond own operator capability are reported immediately to supervisor |
3. Finalise operations | 3.1 Sonar system operation is transferred to new operator as required or is ceased as directed by supervisor 3.2 System is secured and stowed in accordance with SOPS 3.3 Documentation is secured and stowed in accordance with standard organisational procedures 3.4 Report is made to supervisor on completion in accordance with SOPs |
Required Skills
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
apply organisational doctrine calculate range predictions interpret environmental data optimise sonar equipment |
Required Knowledge |
basic oceanography theory publications and logs relevant registered publications relevant SOPs sonar organisation sonar records sonar systems |
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 reporting procedures complete a minimum of ten hours of sonar systems operations, of which a minimum of three hours is contact time on a submerged contact (live or simulated) work within one's 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 in a simulated workplace environment. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to: 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 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. | |
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 |
Sonar system may include | Associated platform specific sonar systems: decoy equipment operating manuals and publications environmental tools sonar display Fire control systems for underwater targets Underwater telephone |
Serviceability of sonar system includes | Daily System Operability Tests (DSOTs) |
Optimising a sonar display may include | Setting up for best performance Setting up to operator requirements |
Outside environmental conditions may include | Biographical Man-made interference (deliberate and non deliberate) Oceanographical Topographical |
Environmental tools may include | Expendable bathy thermograph Tactical environment support system |
Other sensors/sources may include | Combat data system Electronic support Underwater telephone, sono buoys Visual |
Problems or issues may include | Mechanical failure Outside environmental conditions Power failure System failure Tactical considerations |
Transferring sonar system operation may include | Comprehensive hand over of current situation and system configuration |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. | |
Pre-requisite Unit/s | Nil |
Licensing Information
Not applicable.