Prepare, operate and maintain small watercraft

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver DEFMIL091, 'Prepare, operate and maintain small watercraft'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Prepare, operate and maintain small watercraft' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare for watercraft operations

1.1 Interpret operating instructions to determine the task, the cargo, the destination and route, and compile navigation data.

1.2 Complete hasty buoyancy/floatation calculations to ensure passengers and cargo are safe to move.

1.3 Select and check equipment is for serviceability and replace or reject unserviceable items, and report to the supervisor.

1.4 Conduct shore preparation and ensure watercraft is ready for launch.

1.5 Select and apply personal protective equipment.

1.6 Conduct a safety briefing for passengers and crew prior to embarking on watercraft operations.

2. Control operation of small watercraft

2.1 Construct improvised flotation craft, when required, in accordance with technical specifications and supervisor’s instructions.

2.2 Launch in accordance with standard procedures and local conditions.

2.3 Load and trim watercraft to ensure safety of crew and load.

2.4 Operate watercraft consistent with hazards and environmental conditions.

2.5 Direct passengers in order to maintain safety and efficient boat operation.

2.6 Carry out contingency and emergency drills to minimise threat to personnel and equipment.

2.7 Disembark and/or unload personnel and/or loads.

3. Recover and restore vessel

3.1 Recover watercraft from a ramp or improvised landing site.

3.2 Check, clean and service watercraft and associated equipment, report defects and complete documentation.

3.3 Debrief staff and/or management.