Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
DEFCA320 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare, operate and maintain small watercraft
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Qualification | - |
Unit of Competency | DEFCA320 - Prepare, operate and maintain small watercraft |
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Description | This unit covers the competency required to operate small watercraft, including:Motorised and nonmotorised boats up to five metres in length capable of accommodating a maximum ten personnel and the operator and crewmanMotorised and nonmotorised rigid and nonrigid inflatable craftPowered by outboard motors of up to 40 hpMotorised and nonmotorised bridge and ferry construction craftThe watercraft will normally be operated in an environment of protected or calm inland waterways, conducting a range of tasks including the transport of personnel and/or equipment. While the technical aspects of this competency are concerned with ‘operating a boat’, the specialisation of the skill, and safety issues associated with waterborne operations confer additional responsibilities upon the operator. For all watercraft operations the individual may need to provide directions to personnel within the boat concerning specific safety matters such as seating, movement and actions on incidents such as man overboard and capsize. The individual must demonstrate sound judgement in the use of authority, and where possible, work within the existing lines of authority. 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 operate small watercraft in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.Typically, operators work independently under 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. |
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Prerequisites/co-requisites | Not applicable. | ||
Competency Field |
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners | Student Learning Resources | Handouts Activities |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Prepare for watercraft operations |
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Element: Construct improvised watercraft |
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Element: Operate small watercraft |
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Element: Recover and restore vessel |
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