Unit of competency
Modification History
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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 DEFSO007A Provide general support to combat systems operations.
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Application
This unit describes the skills required to provide general support to combat systems operations. It includes administration support, preparing equipment for operations, processing and distributing information, and cleaning and securing operation room.
This unit was developed for Sensor Operators working within Defence but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.
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 work as part of a team, under supervision, while performing routine tasks in a broad range of contexts and environments. They use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their output.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Competency Field
Sensor Operations
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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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. |
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1. Participate in workplace briefings |
1.1 Record relevant information from the attended briefing and clarify as required. 1.2 Incorporate information or tasks into own duty performance. |
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2. Prepare and enable equipment for operation |
2.1 Gather ancillary equipment and make it available. 2.2 Perform daily system operability tests. 2.3 Recognise and report equipment faults or defects. 2.4 Load operational data required to enable equipment function. 2.5 Confirm ability to communicate internally and externally with the operations room by checking communication links. |
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3. Process and distribute information to promote situational awareness |
3.1 Receive and act upon tasks relating to the processing and distribution of information. 3.2 Gather and interpret relevant information. 3.3 Display and distribute relevant information. 3.4 Maintain currency of information in accordance with shift supervisor instructions. 3.5 Compile, maintain and distribute correspondence and official records. |
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4. Secure operations room in preparation for periods of inactivity |
4.1 Close internal and external communications links. 4.2 Sanitise equipment to prevent loss of data or breach of security requirements. 4.3 Shut down and secure departmental equipment. 4.4 Recover, refurbish and store ancillary equipment ready for later use. |
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.
ACSF levels indicative of performance:
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 DEFSO007A Provide general support to combat systems 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
