Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit covers the competency required to operate and perform operational level maintenance on an armoured fighting vehicle (AFV) to effectively provide a stable gun platform. This unit does not cover weapon systems, which is covered in DEFCA102B Operate and maintain armoured fighting vehicle weapon systems. People who undertake this work will be part of an armoured fighting vehicle crew. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite Unit /s |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a Unit of Competency. |
Performance Criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the Required Skills and Knowledge and/or the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare armoured fighting vehicle for operations |
1.1 Armoured fighting vehicle is checked for operation, documentation is completed and equipment is stowed in accordance with standard procedures 1.2 In-service ammunition is identified and handled in accordance with standard procedures 1.3 Armoured fighting vehicle is prepared for battle 1.4 Armoured fighting vehicle faults are identified, reported and/or rectified in accordance with standard procedures 1.5 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation in accordance with standard procedures |
2. Operate armoured fighting vehicle |
2.1 Road laws and other legislative requirements are applied throughout the operation in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 2.2 Armoured fighting vehicle is driven in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 2.3 Tactical operating techniques are applied in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 2.4 Driving techniques to negotiate complex terrain are applied in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 2.5 Faults are reacted to in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 2.6 Armoured fighting vehicle is manoeuvred to allow the direct fire weapon systems to be employed in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 2.7 Vehicle communications systems are operated in accordance with standard procedures 2.8 Navigational techniques are applied in accordance with orders and standard procedures |
3. Conduct operator maintenance |
3.1 Inspections and checks are conducted to maintain armoured fighting vehicle performance in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 3.2 Armoured fighting vehicle sub -systems and ancillary equipment are tested, adjusted or replaced in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 3.3 Relevant documentation is completed and stored in accordance with standard procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to receive and apply orders; to react instinctively to orders; to operate the vehicle without a breach of safety procedures; to apply tactical operating techniques over cross country, roads and water crossings and to apply defensive driving techniques work as an effective member of the crew. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over a range of actual or simulated operator contexts that could be expected in an operation. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in an operational or simulated operational environment. The simulation should replicate the live environment where stress and fatigue are key features. The individual must be assessed as part of a crew. Specific resources for assessment Access to an armoured fighting vehicle, crew and suitable area for driving. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Armoured fighting vehicle may include |
All current in-service equipment:
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Checking an armoured fighting vehicle include |
Preparation for recovery and water operations Testing, adjusting and/or replacing:
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Standard procedures may include |
Australian Standards Job guides, pamphlets and other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions OH&S regulations Organisational policies and procedures Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state/territory or federal legislation Verbal and/or written orders and job instructions |
Ammunition may include |
120 mm 105 mm 25 mm 12.7 mm .50 calibre .30 calibre 7.62 mm 9 mm 5.56 mm And can be identified by:
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Preparing an armoured fighting vehicle for battle may include loading |
Ammunition Camouflage gear Fuel Water |
Driving an armoured fighting vehicle include |
Starting Steering Manoeuvring Positioning Stopping |
Tactical operating techniques must include |
Specific patrol formations Methods of movement Adoption of fire positions Concealment procedures Turret down Hull down All around defence Jockeying Counter surveillance techniques Use of ground to provide cover and concealment Physical concealment of vehicle |
Driving techniques must include |
Approach (entry/exit) Gear selection Speed Steering Use of brakes |
Complex terrain may include |
Ascents and descents Bogs and marshlands Close country Dirt tracks Ditches Knife edges Open country Ridges Roads and highways Slopes Trenches Urban and rural areas Vertical steps Water courses |
Direct fire weapon systems may include |
APC FOV weapons systems (e.g. 12.7 mm, 7.62 mm) ASLAV FOV weapon systems (e.g. 25 mm) MBT FOV weapon systems (e.g.105 mm, 120 mm) |
Vehicle communication systems may include |
Associated communication accessories Battlefield command support system Cipher equipment HF installation Remote and line equipment UHF installation VHF installation Vehicle intercommunication system |
Navigational techniques may include |
Map marking Map reading Operating global positioning systems Route cards |
Inspections and checks may include |
First parade Halt parade Final parade Ancillary equipment Basic maintenance and fault finding Communication checks Functionality of key operating components Service engine Weapon systems operation |
Sub-systems may include |
Air intake and exhaust system AFV ramp system Compressed air and braking systems Cooling system Engine lubrication system Firefighting equipment Fuel system Heater Hydraulic system Lighting, electrical and charging system Nuclear, biological and chemical (NBC) system Pivot steering system Steering mechanical and hydraulic systems Suspension and running gear Transfer case, differentials and marine drives Transmission system Universal joints, drive shafts and planetary gears Vehicles batteries Water operations system Wheels and suspension |
Ancillary equipment may include |
Block and tackle Chainsaw De-humidifiers Emergency breathing apparatus Firefighting equipment Fuel pumps Generators Global positioning systems Night fighting equipment Specialist medical equipment Specialist tools and equipment |
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Corequisite Unit/s
Co-requisite Unit /s |
Nil |