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DEFCMM002
Transmit and receive messages utilising Defence messaging systems

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills required to process, transmit and receive messages utilising Defence messaging systems.

This unit was developed for communications and information systems operators working within Defence but may be relevant to others who work in this field.

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 independently and as part of a team, under direct and/or indirect supervision within specific communications environments. They would use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs while performing specific tasks in a range of sometimes unpredictable contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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.

1. Prepare and transmit messages

1.1 Process messages.

1.2 Transmit messages.

2. Receive and distribute messages

2.1 Receive messages.

2.2 Distribute messages.

3. Maintain communication circuits

3.1 Maintain communications circuits and services to facilitate the flow of messages.

3.2 Ensure circuit engineering conforms with organisational procedures and workplace practices.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

configuring basic circuits

handling classified material correctly

identifying basic equipment faults

operating communications equipment

processing messages

preparing communication equipment

complying with WHS/radiation hazard policy

complying with emission control policy

maintaining security

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

basic communications procedures

basic radio propagation

classified material handling procedures

communications ancillary equipment

composition of teams and roles and responsibilities of team members

emission theory and control

information exchange systems terminology and basic operations

message format

work health and safety (WHS) practices

OTAT/OTAR procedures

radiation hazard(RADHAZ) procedures and awareness

satellite communications systems terminology and basic operations

security procedures

task specific equipment configuration/operation

work environment layout

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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.

1. Prepare and transmit messages

1.1 Process messages.

1.2 Transmit messages.

2. Receive and distribute messages

2.1 Receive messages.

2.2 Distribute messages.

3. Maintain communication circuits

3.1 Maintain communications circuits and services to facilitate the flow of messages.

3.2 Ensure circuit engineering conforms with organisational procedures and workplace practices.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

configuring basic circuits

handling classified material correctly

identifying basic equipment faults

operating communications equipment

processing messages

preparing communication equipment

complying with WHS/radiation hazard policy

complying with emission control policy

maintaining security

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

basic communications procedures

basic radio propagation

classified material handling procedures

communications ancillary equipment

composition of teams and roles and responsibilities of team members

emission theory and control

information exchange systems terminology and basic operations

message format

work health and safety (WHS) practices

OTAT/OTAR procedures

radiation hazard(RADHAZ) procedures and awareness

satellite communications systems terminology and basic operations

security procedures

task specific equipment configuration/operation

work environment layout

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Process messages. 
Transmit messages. 
Receive messages. 
Distribute messages. 
Maintain communications circuits and services to facilitate the flow of messages. 
Ensure circuit engineering conforms with organisational procedures and workplace practices. 
Process messages. 
Transmit messages. 
Receive messages. 
Distribute messages. 
Maintain communications circuits and services to facilitate the flow of messages. 
Ensure circuit engineering conforms with organisational procedures and workplace practices. 

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