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Unit of competency details

DEFMIL141 - Supervise platoon level offensive operations (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Current
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to DEFCM110B - Supervise platoon level offensive operationsUnit code updated. Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards. All PC transitioned from passive to active voice. PC 1.6, 2.2, 2.6 and 2.7 removed, PC 3.5 reworded. Assessment Requirements created drawing upon specified assessment information from superseded unit. 21/Oct/2015

Release Status:
Current
Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
1 1 (this release) 22/Oct/2015


Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 080303 Human Resource Management  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 080303 Human Resource Management  24/Jun/2016 
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Unit of competency

Modification History

Release

Comments

1

This unit was released in DEF Defence Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages.

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to DEFCM110B Supervise platoon level offensive operations.

  • Unit code updated
  • Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards
  • All PC transitioned from passive to active voice
  • PC 1.6, 2.2, 2.6 and 2.7 removed
  • PC 3.5 reworded

Application

This unit describes the skills required to administer, lead and command groups of between 15 and 35 personnel under extreme conditions in high risk environments. Offensive operations are characterised by rapid shifts of the main effort to take advantage of opportunities and momentum to defeat hostile forces through the capture or destruction of critical objectives. It is primarily focused on the duties of a platoon second in command who, while mainly employed to administer the platoon, may be required to supervise the group in a dynamic environment, often acting independently, and leading by example.

This unit applies to combat arms personnel involved in the conduct of offensive operations in a deployed operational environment.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would typically work as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, but also must be prepared to act independently. They use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs They would perform routine tasks in a broad range of unpredictable contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

Competency Field

Military skills

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 and plan for operations 

1.1 Confirm ability of subordinates to complete the relevant tasks.

1.2 Action personnel administration.

1.3 Receive and clarify orders in accordance with the commander’s intent.

1.4 Determine and manage constraints and risks relevant to the task.

1.5 Assemble appropriate resources for the task and report any shortfalls that limit capability to the chain of command.

1.6 Base planning decisions on a logical process to solve operational problems.

1.7 Conduct battle procedures.

2. Conduct operations 

2.1 Prepare and deliver orders.

2.2 Conduct liaison is conducted in accordance with operational requirements.

2.3 Coordinate support from outside agencies where required.

2.4 Provide technical advice to the chain of command or supported agencies as required.

2.5 Recognise and respond to unexpected situations that require a quick and decisive response.

2.6 Carry out tasks and administration in accordance with orders.

2.7 Maintain communication with the chain of command as required.

3. Finalise operations 

3.1 Conduct debriefs.

3.2 Conduct post activity analysis and make recommendations.

3.3 Recondition, replace or return equipment, stores and ammunition.

3.4 Complete documentation.

3.5 Monitor soldiers’ health and wellbeing and take appropriate action.

Foundation Skills

The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit.

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Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.

Unit Mapping Information

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to DEFCM110B Supervise platoon level offensive operations.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=6bdbab1e-11ed-4bc9-9cba-9e1a55d4e4a9

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=6bdbab1e-11ed-4bc9-9cba-9e1a55d4e4a9

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=6bdbab1e-11ed-4bc9-9cba-9e1a55d4e4a9

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release

Comments

1

These Assessment Requirements were released in DEF Defence Training Package release 1.0 and meet the Standards for Training Packages.

  • Assessment Requirements created drawing upon specified assessment information from superseded unit

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

  • applying administrative requirements
  • applying recognised safety precautions
  • applying the principles of command
  • controlling risk
  • employing equipment tactically
  • employing weapons tactically
  • managing resources
  • navigating
  • preparing reports
  • resupplying and redistributing supplies

Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

  • administrative processes
  • employment of battlespace operating systems
  • employment of weapons and equipment
  • Individual Military Appreciation Process
  • laws of Armed Conflict
  • navigation techniques
  • offensive tactics, techniques and procedures
  • orders for Opening Fire
  • orders for the Use of Force
  • principles of offensive operations
  • recognised safety precautions
  • risk control processes
  • Rules of Engagement
  • tactics, techniques and procedures

Assessment Conditions

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=6bdbab1e-11ed-4bc9-9cba-9e1a55d4e4a9

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=6bdbab1e-11ed-4bc9-9cba-9e1a55d4e4a9