The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Explain GPS/NPA instrument approach procedure chart

GPS system fundamentals and principles of operations

Requirements applicable to pilots and equipment for GPS operations

Cause and magnitude of typical GPS errors

Human factors limitations associated with the use of GPS equipment

Operating procedures which provide safeguards against GPS navigational errors

GNSS operating procedures for navigation tasks

GNSS operational and serviceability checks

GPS warnings and messages

Tracking tolerances, automatic Way-point sequencing, CDI sensitivity and RAIM availability parameters for entry, RAIM availability and approach segments

Mode of operation required during each segment of a GPS/NPA

Conditions required to transition to and operate in that mode of operation for the GPS/NPA, and the associated CDI sensitivity and RAIM protection provided

Parameters applicable to RAIM warnings in the en route, terminal and approach modes

Effects of availability or otherwise of baro-aiding on RAIM availability and prediction

Effects of satellite unserviceability on the reliability of each type of prediction

Effect of each type of RAIM prediction on operational requirements

Prediction limitations that apply to availability of approach RAIM at the destination or alternate aerodrome

Operational requirements which apply to planning a flight on the basis of conducting a RNAV (GNSS) procedure at the destination

Factors that adversely affect the conduct of a GPS/NPA ,and suitable pilot procedures to minimise such effects

Operating procedures for GNSS equipment which reduce or eliminate errors

Operating electronic communications equipment

Requirements for completing relevant documentation

Code of practice for working collaboratively with others

Steps involved in planning the work activities

Procedures for adjusting controls to optimise the operation of the equipment

Procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency

Relevant sections of national and state or territory regulatory requirements and codes of practice

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Procedures for managing and controlling hazardous situations when carrying out work activities

Sources of information on differences in equipment and related standard operating and servicing procedures

Required skills:

Interpret GPS/NPA instrument approach procedure chart

Determine GPS/NPA approach procedure applicable minima for aircraft

Determine conditions permitting descent below minima

Perform systematic scan techniques

Apply GNSS operating procedures to typical navigation tasks

Predict RAIM availability at destination and ETA using aircraft GNSS receiver and, if available, an external RAIM prediction service

Predict availability of approach RAIM at the destination or alternate aerodrome

Communicate effectively with others when performing a GPS/NPA

Read and interpret instructions, regulations, procedures and other information relevant to a GPS/NPA

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to a GPS/NPA

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when performing a GPS/NPA

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems that may occur when performing a GPS/NPA in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events that may arise when performing a GPS/NPA

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during a GPS/NPA

Monitor and anticipate operational problems and hazards and take appropriate action

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities dependent on differing workplace contingencies, situations and environments

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self others, or damage to goods or equipment

Adapt to differences in equipment and operating environment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use required personal protective clothing and equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Implement OH&S procedures and relevant regulations

Identify and correctly use equipment required to perform a GPS/NPA

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Tasks may be undertaken in:

IMC

VMC with simulated IMC conditions

Performance may be demonstrated in:

single engine aircraft

multi engine aircraft

synthetic training device approved by the relevant authority

variable air traffic conditions

variable weather conditions

variable flight situations

abnormal situations

classes of airspace as designated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority

Aircraft may include:

fixed wing

helicopter

commercial balloons

other commercial or military aircraft

Crew may include:

single pilot

multi crew

Instruments may be:

fitted flight instruments suitable for instrument flight

head up display suitable for instrument flight

Limitations may be imposed by:

local noise abatement requirements and curfews

airspace endorsements

Classes of airspace may be:

as designated by the regulator

restricted and danger areas

military control zones

Air Defence Identification Zones

Navigation aids may include:

ADF (Automatic Direction Finder)

VOR (VHF Omni-directional Radio Range)

DME (Distance Measuring Equipment)

RADAR

GPS (Global Positioning System)

FMS (Flight Management Systems)

Moving Map Displays

TACAN

INS

Conditions may include:

a method of simulating IMC

simulated icing conditions

moderate turbulence

simulated hazardous weather

Autopilot/Flight Director

FMS/ other NAV system

simulation of emergency and abnormal procedures

Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

standard operating procedures

Information/documents may include:

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH)

Manual of Standards - Pilot Licensing (MOS-PL)

Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)

En Route Supplement Australia (ERSA)

charts

operations manuals

approved checklists

workplace procedures and instructions and job specification

induction and training materials

conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

relevant Australian Standards

Performance includes tolerances specified in either of:

relevant licence and aircraft rating requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) such as:

Manual of Standards

relevant Defence documentation such as:

Defence Orders and Instructions

approved curricula and training documentation