Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comments |
2 |
DEF12 V2 |
Application added. Evidence Guide updated. |
1 |
DEF12 V1 |
First release |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to conduct a field survey to determine fixation and orientation.
This survey is normally conducted by at least two people. One person will be the observer and one will record data. This unit of competency covers both roles.
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 competency was developed for combat arms personnel required to conduct a field survey to determine fixation and orientation in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.
Typically, operators as part of a two man team 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
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for survey |
1.1 Purpose and requirements of the survey are identified from written or oral instruction from supervisor. 1.2 Specifications of the survey are confirmed and clarified with supervisor. 1.3 Equipment required for the survey is selected and checked for serviceability in accordance with manufacturers' instructions. |
2. Conduct survey tasks |
2.1 Survey equipment is operated to determine orientation and fixation as determined by the survey scheme. 2.2 Data from the survey is recorded in field book or other proforma in accordance with organisational procedures and supervisor's instructions. 2.3 Results are verified for omissions and errors by re-checking visual clues in measurements or actual data. 2.4 Survey data is communicated in accordance with standard procedures. 2.5 Survey control points are established and recorded in accordance with standard procedures. 2.6 Supervisor and colleagues are communicated with regularly throughout the survey activity to ensure smooth operation and progress. 2.7 Survey equipment is maintained in accordance with standard procedures. |
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:
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 appropriate survey equipment and area. |
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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Survey equipment may include: |
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Survey data may include: |
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Communication of survey data may include: |
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Standard procedures may include: |
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Survey control points may include: |
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Maintenance of survey equipment may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.