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

DEFCA213 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Supervise the destruction of hostile air targets using line of sight ground based AD weapon system

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency DEFCA213 - Supervise the destruction of hostile air targets using line of sight ground based AD weapon system
Description This unit covers the competency required to supervise and control all aspects of the operation of a direct fire ground based missile system designed to destroy hostile aircraft.The control of the ground based missile system requires target interrogation, analysis, engagement and decisionmaking based on tactical information, situational awareness and observed target activity.This unit of competency is written for visual range ground based air defence weapon systems, which does not include small arms. 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 supervise and control all aspects of the operation of a direct fire ground based missile system designed to destroy hostile aircraft in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.While this work will be undertaken under the commander’s direction the individual must be able to act independently as required by the circumstances, 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 DEFCA204B Destroy hostile air targets using line of sight ground based air defence weapon systems.DEFCM104C Operate in a threat environment.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
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Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare and deploy ground based air defence systems
  • Resourcesrequired for the performance of the task are determined and organised in accordance with orders.
  • Identified problems/shortfalls are reported to immediate supervisor in accordance with standard procedures.
  • Orders are followed to move to a directed location and concealment is maintained.
  • Ground based air defence system is deployed in accordance with orders.
  • System is established, integrated and checked for functionality.
       
Element: Control the engagement of targets with a ground based air defence systems
  • Advice is received on the operational situation and analysed to inform the engagement process.
  • Ground based air defence system operations are directed and controlled in accordance with orders and standard procedures.
  • Operational data is transmitted to the command post.
  • Minor incidents are rectified.
  • Major incidents beyond own level of authority or competence are reported to manager/s and action is taken as directed.
       
Element: Conduct maintenance on ground based air defence systems
  • Operator maintenance activities are supervised.
  • Maintenance activities are performed in accordance with standard procedures.
       
Element: Redeploy a ground based missile system
  • Redeployment preparation is carried out.
  • Orders are followed to move from one directed location to another in accordance with standard procedures.
       


Evidence Required

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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to recognise own level of authority; to correctly identify a number of different types of aerial targets as determined by the Combat Arms Training Centre; to prioritise targets in a high intensity situation encountered in a threat environment; to direct fire in a clear and concise manner, and to take appropriate action in the event of misfire and cancel missile inflight; and to supervise the deployment and maintenance of ground based air defence systems.

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 a simulated operational environment due to the high cost of ammunition.

Specific resources for assessment

Access to a hifidelity simulator that accurately simulates the threat environment.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required Skills

communicate effectively

interpret orders, instructions and directions

manage a small team

manual dexterity

navigate

operate communication equipment

participate in air defence system deployment and operation drills

recognise aerial targets appropriately

use simulation systems

Required Knowledge

airspace control measures

characteristics, technical capabilities, effects and limitations of air defence systems

communication networks

factors effecting local defence

ground based air defence command structure

mechanical principles

principles of camouflage

radar principles

relevant WHS requirements

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.

Resources required may include:

ammunition

any allocated support

generators

ground based air defence weapon system

materials

personnel

rations

stores

vehicles

visual alerting and cueing systems

weapons

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 bylaws

relevant state/territory or federal legislation

routine orders

standing operating procedures

standing orders

written and verbal orders

Ground based air defence system may include:

alerting and cueing system

short range air defence weapon system

very low level air defence weapon system

Operations may include:

cancel missile inflight

fire control

firing

misfire procedures

operator direction

target identification

target prioritisation

Operational data may include:

ammunition report

engagement report

situation report

Minor incidents may include:

damage to equipment

misfire

Major incidents may include:

explosive ordnance incident

incorrect target identification

injury to personnel

Maintenance may include:

non-technical inspection

test and adjust equipment

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
Resourcesrequired for the performance of the task are determined and organised in accordance with orders. 
Identified problems/shortfalls are reported to immediate supervisor in accordance with standard procedures. 
Orders are followed to move to a directed location and concealment is maintained. 
Ground based air defence system is deployed in accordance with orders. 
System is established, integrated and checked for functionality. 
Advice is received on the operational situation and analysed to inform the engagement process. 
Ground based air defence system operations are directed and controlled in accordance with orders and standard procedures. 
Operational data is transmitted to the command post. 
Minor incidents are rectified. 
Major incidents beyond own level of authority or competence are reported to manager/s and action is taken as directed. 
Operator maintenance activities are supervised. 
Maintenance activities are performed in accordance with standard procedures. 
Redeployment preparation is carried out. 
Orders are followed to move from one directed location to another in accordance with standard procedures. 

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