This unit describes the skills required to operate a radar in order to locate targets and to provide information as directed by the operational plan. Operation of the radar may include: classification, identification, location and navigation.

This unit was developed for those required to operate a radar but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.

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 as part of a team and under direct or indirect supervision. They would use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform specific tasks in a range of unpredictable contexts.

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

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

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. Set up radar	1.1 Prepare radar for operation. 1.2 Initialise radar. 1.3 Confirm operational performance and accuracy of the radar and take action where performance is out of limits. 1.4 Detect and discount misrepresentations and false echoes.
2. Operate radar	2.1 Interpret and use radar data to assist command decisions, taking into account known limitations and errors associated with the equipment. 2.2 Resolve faults or difficulties within the operator’s ability. 2.3 Refer any faults or difficulties beyond the operator’s ability to correct to supervisor and take action as directed. 2.4 Provide data to supervisor or user. 2.5 Complete administration. 2.6 Conduct operational maintenance.

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.

applying operational safety

conducting equipment maintenance

applying fieldcraft skills including tactical movement and camouflage

carrying out each operator task

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.

characteristics and effects of hostile and friendly equipment and weapons

nature of the threat environment

radar equipment characteristics and limitations

relevant WHS constraints

Rules of Engagement

tactical techniques and procedures

target recognition

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.

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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. Set up radar	1.1 Prepare radar for operation. 1.2 Initialise radar. 1.3 Confirm operational performance and accuracy of the radar and take action where performance is out of limits. 1.4 Detect and discount misrepresentations and false echoes.
2. Operate radar	2.1 Interpret and use radar data to assist command decisions, taking into account known limitations and errors associated with the equipment. 2.2 Resolve faults or difficulties within the operator’s ability. 2.3 Refer any faults or difficulties beyond the operator’s ability to correct to supervisor and take action as directed. 2.4 Provide data to supervisor or user. 2.5 Complete administration. 2.6 Conduct operational maintenance.

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.

applying operational safety

conducting equipment maintenance

applying fieldcraft skills including tactical movement and camouflage

carrying out each operator task

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.

characteristics and effects of hostile and friendly equipment and weapons

nature of the threat environment

radar equipment characteristics and limitations

relevant WHS constraints

Rules of Engagement

tactical techniques and procedures

target recognition

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.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Prepare radar for operation.
Initialise radar.
Confirm operational performance and accuracy of the radar and take action where performance is out of limits.
Detect and discount misrepresentations and false echoes.
Interpret and use radar data to assist command decisions, taking into account known limitations and errors associated with the equipment.
Resolve faults or difficulties within the operator’s ability.
Refer any faults or difficulties beyond the operator’s ability to correct to supervisor and take action as directed.
Provide data to supervisor or user.
Complete administration.
Conduct operational maintenance.
Prepare radar for operation.
Initialise radar.
Confirm operational performance and accuracy of the radar and take action where performance is out of limits.
Detect and discount misrepresentations and false echoes.
Interpret and use radar data to assist command decisions, taking into account known limitations and errors associated with the equipment.
Resolve faults or difficulties within the operator’s ability.
Refer any faults or difficulties beyond the operator’s ability to correct to supervisor and take action as directed.
Provide data to supervisor or user.
Complete administration.
Conduct operational maintenance.

Assessment Cover Sheet

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