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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Set up radar and other electronic navigational instruments
  2. Use radar and other electronic navigational instruments

Required Skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant sections of State and Territory regulations NSCV and USL Code dealing with responsibilities of a Master

Terminology and principles of operation of radar and GPSDGPS typically used on vessels

The different types of electronic navigational aids including their features key applications and operational characteristics

Procedures for the initialisation and operation of radar and various other types of electronic navigational aids

Techniques for the use of relevant electronic navigation systems including

i

GPS and DGPS satellite systems as applied to navigation problems

ii

integrated navigation systems

The limitations and potential errors associated with each type of electronic navigational aid

Methods for the interpretation and analysis of navigational data produced by radar and various other types of electronic navigational aids including due allowance for the limitations and potential errors associated with each type of electronic navigational aid

Procedures for the use of data generated by radar and various other types of electronic navigational aids to assist in the safe navigation of the vessel

Maritime communication techniques when using radar and GPSDGPS aids to assist in the safe navigation of a vessel

Typical problems in the use of radar and other electronic navigational systems to aid the navigation and appropriate courses of action and solutions

TDMMHA USE RADAR AND OTHER ELECTRONIC NAVIGATIONAL AIDSTO MAINTAIN SAFE NAVIGATION WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER

TDMMH1107A USE RADAR AND OTHER ELECTRONIC NAVIGATIONAL AIDSTO MAINTAIN SAFE NAVIGATION WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER 5

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use verbal communication skills required when using radar to maintain safe navigation on a small vessel of less than m in length

Read interpret and apply operating and service manuals and instructions for radar systems and related equipment

Read and interpret radar displays and indications

Complete any required operational and servicing records

Work safely and collaboratively with others when using radar to maintain safe navigation

Select and use relevant tools and equipment as per instructions

Recognise faulty radar equipment and take appropriate action as per operating instructions

Recognise routine problems when using radar to maintain safe navigation and take appropriate action

Adapt to differences in vessels radar systems and related equipment and operating and servicing procedures

Operate marine radar systems and equipment on small vessel of less than m in length

Operate GPS and other electronic navigation systems commonly used on small vessels

Evidence Required

TDMMHA USE RADAR AND OTHER ELECTRONIC NAVIGATIONAL AIDSTO MAINTAIN SAFE NAVIGATION WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER

TDMMH1107A USE RADAR AND OTHER ELECTRONIC NAVIGATIONAL AIDSTO MAINTAIN SAFE NAVIGATION WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER 5

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, , the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to

a

Initialise and operate radar GPSDGPS and other commonly used electronic navigational systems

b

Interpret and analyse data generated by radar and GPSDGPS systems and use it to inform navigational command decisions

c

Use data generated by radar and GPSDGPS systems to fix the position of the vessel

d

Use data generated by radar and GPSDGPS systems to plot the tracks of other vessels

e

Identify problems in the use of radar and GPSDGPS systems and take appropriate action

f

Communicate effectively with others when using radar and GPSDGPS aids to assist in the safe navigation of the vessel

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

a

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

b

Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when

using radar and GPSDGPS to assist in the safe navigation of the vessel

identifying and evaluating problems in the use of radar and GPSDGPS and the navigational data they produce and determining appropriate courses of action

identifying and implementing improvements to procedures for the use of radar and GPSDGPS for the safe navigation of the vessel

assessing operational capability of various types of radar and GPSDGPS aids

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant sections of State and Territory marine regulations NSCVUSL Code

vessels safety management system and procedures where applicable

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

job procedures and work instructions

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TDMMHA USE RADAR AND OTHER ELECTRONIC NAVIGATIONAL AIDSTO MAINTAIN SAFE NAVIGATION WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER

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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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relevant manufacturers guidelines relating to the use of electronic navigational aids

security procedures when using radar and GPSDGPS aids

d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify problems in the use of radar and GPSDGPS in accordance with regulatory requirements and company procedures

e

Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail

f

Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions among crew and others

Context of assessment

a

Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations

b

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation

As a minimum assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate writtenoral examinations and

Appropriate practical assessment must occur

i

at the registered training organisation andor

ii

on an appropriate working or training vessel

Specificresourcesrequired for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to

a

carry out navigation assignments or exercises using an appropriate electronic navigation simulator over a representative range of navigational incidents andor

b

use radar and GPSDGPS aids to maintain safe navigation during sea time on the voyage of a commercial or training vessel


Range Statement

TDMMH1107A USE RADAR AND OTHER ELECTRONIC NAVIGATIONAL AIDSTO MAINTAIN SAFE NAVIGATION WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER 5

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

VARIABLE

SCOPE

1. GENERAL CONTEXT

a.

Work must be carried out:

1

in compliance with the relevant sections of State and Territory marine regulations, NSCV and USL Code

b.

Work is performed:

1

relatively independently under broad operational requirements, with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes

c.

Work involves:

1

the use of radar and GPS/DGPS to assist the safe navigation of a vessel across a wide and often unpredictable variety of navigational situations. Implementation of operational strategies and procedures for the use of radar and other commonly used electronic navigational systems to maintain the safe navigation of the vessel is required

d.

Work requires:

1

judgement in operational functions related to the use of electronic navigational aids to maintain the safe navigation of a commercial vessel

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Vessel may include:

1

any commercial vessel of less than 24 metres in length

b

Radar and GPS/DGPS may be operated to support command navigational decisions:

1

by day or night in both normal and emergency situations

2

under any possible conditions of weather and loading

3

while underway

4

during berthing and unberthing operations

5

while anchoring or mooring

c

Equipment may include:

1

radar

2

GPS and DGPS satellite systems as applied to navigation problems

3

integrated navigation systems

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d

The use of radar and GPS/DGPS to assist safe navigation may include:

1

avoidance of collision with another vessel

2

fixing the position of the vessel

3

tracking of other vessels

4

assistance in making of command navigational decisions

5

navigating during search and rescue operations

e

Documentation and records may include:

1

relevant maritime regulations

2

operational orders

3

navigational charts

4

radar plotting charts

5

regulations for preventing collisions at sea

6

safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions (where relevant)

7

vessel's log

8

company procedures for the use of navigational aids

9

systems manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures

10

notices and instructions of relevant maritime authorities

11

relevant Australian standards

f

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

regulations for preventing collisions at sea

2

relevant Commonwealth, State and Territory marine and OH&S legislation

Commonwealth, State and Territory