Modification History
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DEF12 V2 |
First release. Equivalent to superseded unit DEFCA103B Supervise an armoured fighting vehicle and crew. Title Change. Unit Descriptor updated. Application added. Language revised from armoured fighting vehicle to armoured vehicle. Repetitive PC statements removed. Minor Range Statement changes. Evidence Guide updated. Pre-requisite removed. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to command, lead and manage an armoured vehicle and its crew on operations.
Command is the authority a commander in the military service lawfully exercises over subordinates by virtue of rank or assignment.
This unit also includes the skills and knowledge required to command, lead and manage under extreme conditions in a high risk environment. It therefore requires supervisors to be incisive in a fluid and demanding environment, to act independently, and to lead by example.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. In a Defence context, this means that there is no civilian need to hold this unit in order to meet licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Application of the Unit
This unit was developed for combat arms soldiers working within an operational zone in Defence. Typically supervisors must demonstrate the ability to work as individuals and as part of an armoured vehicle crew 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.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
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 Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare the armoured vehicle for operation |
1.1 Crew competence is assessed and maintained. 1.2 Crew are prepared. 1.3 Crew personnel administration is managed. 1.4 Requirement to supervise the crew of an armoured vehicle , its weapons , and ancillary equipment , is received from orders , and is understood and accepted. 1.5 Vehicle is checked for serviceability and prepared for operations . 1.6 Constraints and risks relevant to the task are determined and managed. 1.7 Identification, handling and preparation of in-service ammunition is supervised. 1.8 Resources required for the performance of the task are determined. 1.9 Identified problems/shortfalls are reported to supervisor. 1.10 Deployment of the armoured fighting vehicle into areas of operations is supervised. |
2. Supervise and command the operation of the armoured vehicle |
2.1 Individual decision making process is conducted. 2.2 Orders are prepared and delivered to crew. 2.3 Battle procedure is coordinated and conducted. 2.4 Liaison is conducted in accordance with operational requirements. 2.5 Armoured vehicle is employed in accordance with tasks as directed. 2.6 When required, the vehicle is driven at a basic level in accordance with standing orders for vehicle operations. 2.7 Crew tasks are supervised. 2.8 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions including those contained in Australian Defence Force procedures, are applied appropriately to the operational environment and context throughout the operation. 2.9 Vehicle tactical operating techniques are applied. 2.10 Operation of the vehicle communications systems is supervised. 2.11 Minor incidents are dealt with. 2.12 Major incidents beyond the supervisor’s level of authority or competence to deal with are reported to managers and action is taken as directed. |
3. Supervise the completion of armoured vehicle tasks |
3.1 Documentation including reports and returns are completed and maintained. 3.2 Maintenance is supervised and conducted. 3.3 Debriefing is conducted as appropriate. |
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
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply the authority and responsibility for effective supervision using available resources and for planning the employment of, organising, directing, coordinating and controlling the crew in the accomplishment of assigned tasks; to work within own authority and commander’s intent; to display leadership; to supervise and command within an operational environment. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time and across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment. Specific resources for assessment Access to a simulated or actual operational environment, an armoured vehicle, its crew, weapons, equipment and ammunition. |
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. |
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Armoured vehicle may include: |
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Armoured weapons may include: |
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Ancillary equipment may include: |
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Orders may include: |
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Serviceability checks may include: |
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Vehicle preparation may include: |
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Operations may include: |
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Constraints may include: |
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Risk is: |
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Ammunition may include: |
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Resources required may include: |
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Deployment may include: |
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Battle procedure may include: |
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Tasks may include: |
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Tactical operating techniques may include: |
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Vehicle communication systems may include: |
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Equipment maintenance may include: |
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Debriefing may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.