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

DEFCA206B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Observe targets and coordinate multi asset firepower on multiple targets

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency DEFCA206B - Observe targets and coordinate multi asset firepower on multiple targets
Description This unit covers the competency required to observe targets remotely from the firepower locations and to provide advice so that firepower can be employed to engage targets.Firepower will normally be limited to the following assets:small armsindirect weaponsWhile this work will be undertaken as part of a team and under the commander's direction, the individual must also have the authority to act independently.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 targets and to direct multi-asset firepower to destroy/neutralise multiple targets in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.Typically, individuals work as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, but also must be prepared to act independently, 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 DEFCA205B Observe targets and direct single asset firepower on a single target.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
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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: Plan the engagement of firepower
  • Advice is received on overall operational plan which will inform the planning process.
  • A warning order for intent of operations is transmitted to the command post.
  • Requests for resources outside own organisation are made to the command post when required.
  • Target data is established and recorded.
  • Rate of movement of own personnel is calculated from available data.
  • Resources for effective fire on targets and rates of fire are calculated.
  • Targets are prioritised.
  • Schedule is developed and transmitted to the command post or direct liaison is conducted with other agency to organise engagement schedule.
       
Element: Monitor fire on target
  • Communications are maintained with stakeholders throughout the operation.
  • Own actions ensure personnel safety in target area.
  • Target analysis is completed after impact and if necessary, appropriate agency command centre is referred to.
  • Schedule is amended, as required, after analysis and is transmitted to the command post.
  • Advice to terminate is provided as required.
  • Records are maintained in accordance with standard procedures.
       
Element: Withdraw from an occupied location
  • Occupied position is reconditioned and all evidence of occupation is removed.
  • A secure withdrawal from the occupied position is conducted.
       


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

Assessment must confirm the ability to maintain awareness of safety of friendly personnel at all times; to achieve the task using a number of simulations and at least one live fire plan using firepower from at least one outside agency; and to recognise but not exceed own level of authority.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time and across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment. The individual must be assessed as part of a team.

Specific resources for assessment

Access to simulation, live fire areas, indirect fire support weapons, ammunition, and personnel to operate simulation and fire support weapons.


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

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.

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

Required Skills

allocate appropriate resources to the operation

communicate effectively

interpret orders

liaison skills

maintain situational awareness

provide reports and appropriate documentation

work in a team

Required Knowledge

characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of weapons and weapon platforms

communication procedures

reporting requirements and procedures for multi agency operations

safety associated with the operations

safety distances for various situations

standard procedures and special requirements

teamwork principles

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.

Target data may include:

altitude of targets

bearing to targets

grid reference

target description

Resources for effective fire on targets may include:

ammunition

number and type of weapons to complete task

time allocation of weapons

Schedule may include:

fire effects

target locations

target numbers

timings

Target analysis may include:

calculations for correction of fire

damage to the target

determination of complexity of situation

position of the projectile in relation to the target

value of the target

Records may include:

bomb damage assessment

fire plan proforma

observation post log

signals log book

situation reports

target records

Standard procedures may include:

Australian Standards

defence instructions

doctrinal pamphlets

job guides, other publications

manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions

work health and safety (WHS) regulations

organisational policies and procedures

procedure manuals

relevant local government by-laws

relevant state/territory or federal legislation

reengagement procedures

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. 
Advice is received on overall operational plan which will inform the planning process. 
A warning order for intent of operations is transmitted to the command post. 
Requests for resources outside own organisation are made to the command post when required. 
Target data is established and recorded. 
Rate of movement of own personnel is calculated from available data. 
Resources for effective fire on targets and rates of fire are calculated. 
Targets are prioritised. 
Schedule is developed and transmitted to the command post or direct liaison is conducted with other agency to organise engagement schedule. 
Communications are maintained with stakeholders throughout the operation. 
Own actions ensure personnel safety in target area. 
Target analysis is completed after impact and if necessary, appropriate agency command centre is referred to. 
Schedule is amended, as required, after analysis and is transmitted to the command post. 
Advice to terminate is provided as required. 
Records are maintained in accordance with standard procedures. 
Occupied position is reconditioned and all evidence of occupation is removed. 
A secure withdrawal from the occupied position is conducted. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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