Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

DEFCA001B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Observe and monitor hostile areas to detect targets

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Issue Date: April 2024


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Unit of Competency DEFCA001B - Observe and monitor hostile areas to detect targets
Description This unit covers the competency required to observe and/or listen for targets remote from the target acquisition assets and to provide information to stakeholders.This work will be undertaken as part of a team and under supervision, however it will also require the authority to act independently.This observation is normally conducted by at least two people; one person will be the observer and one will record the 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.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This competency was developed for combat arms personnel required to observe and/or listen for targets remote from the target acquisition assets and to provide information to stakeholders in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.Typically, operators work pairs 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.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Occupy and prepare a location
  • An appropriate vantage point is occupied and concealment is maintained throughout the operation.
  • Occupied position is established.
  • Reference points are established and information is documented.
  • Possible threats are observed and monitored so an appropriate plan of action can be prepared.
       
Element: Detect target/s
  • Target position is established via aural and visual observation, and bearing and distance are estimated
  • Threat (if present) is identified and classified through visual or aural recognition, or by crater analysis.
  • Enemy capability is estimated.
  • Hostile action is monitored from prepared position.
  • Communications with stakeholders is maintained so that relevant information can be provided.
       
Element: Provide information on target to stakeholders
  • Target is described to stakeholders.
  • Records are maintained in accordance with standardprocedures.
       


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.

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 confirm the ability to correctly:

occupy and establish a vantage point / observation post

observe and monitor a selected area

identify a threat through visual or aural means

communicate information quickly, clearly and accurately

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time and across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations in at least two different target locations from at least one observation site.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed on operations or in a simulated operational environment.

Specific resources for assessment

Access to an appropriate area and a range of threat equipment listed in the Range Statement.

Submission Requirements

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

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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

Required Skills

communicate effectively

interpret orders

provide reports and appropriate documentation

situational awareness

Required Knowledge

communication procedures

safety associated with the operations

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.

Threat may include:

aircraft

armoured vehicles

missile launchers

mortars

radar

rocket launchers

vehicle tracked

vehicle wheeled

watercraft

Recordsmay include:

bomb damage assessment

contact report

location report

mortar report

shell report

signals log book

situation reports

Standard proceduresmay include:

Australian Standards

Defence Instructions

doctrine pamphlets

job guides, other publications

manufacturers’ handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions

work health and safety (WHS) regulations

organisational policies and procedures

procedure manuals

reengagement procedures

relevant local government bylaws

relevant state/territory or federal legislation

Routine Orders

Standing Operating Procedures

Standing Orders

written and verbal orders

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
An appropriate vantage point is occupied and concealment is maintained throughout the operation. 
Occupied position is established. 
Reference points are established and information is documented. 
Possible threats are observed and monitored so an appropriate plan of action can be prepared. 
Target position is established via aural and visual observation, and bearing and distance are estimated 
Threat (if present) is identified and classified through visual or aural recognition, or by crater analysis. 
Enemy capability is estimated. 
Hostile action is monitored from prepared position. 
Communications with stakeholders is maintained so that relevant information can be provided. 
Target is described to stakeholders. 
Records are maintained in accordance with standardprocedures. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

DEFCA001B - Observe and monitor hostile areas to detect targets
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