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

DEFCM112B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Support sub-unit level offensive operations

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency DEFCM112B - Support sub-unit level offensive operations
Description This unit covers the competency required to support the conduct of sub-unit (60-130 persons) level offensive operations.It is primarily focussed on the duties of the sub-unit's warrant officer who, in many cases will act as a member of the sub-unit operational planning and coordination team providing technical advice and direct support to the commander and second in command of the sub-unit. Many duties are also administrative in nature.In the absence of the commander or second in command the person may be required to supervise the sub-unit requiring independent action and leadership by example.Offensive operations are characterised by rapid shifts of the main effort to take advantage of opportunities and momentum to defeat hostile forces through the capture or destruction of critical objectives.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application As agreed in the creation of this Training Package, applications for units transferred from the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package will be developed as part of continuous improvement plans, and taking into account the change in Unit of Competency format as detailed in templates for Streamlined Training Packages.
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: Prepare and plan for operations
  • Orders are received and clarified in accordance with the commander’s intent.
  • Assistance is provided in the planning of defensive operations in accordance with standard procedures.
  • Planning decisions are made based on a logical process to solve operational problems.
  • Outlineplans to support subunit level defensive operations are prepared and presented as required.
       
Element: Support subunit level offensive activities
  • Orders are prepared and delivered in accordance with standard procedures.
  • Combat support and combat servicesupport are coordinated and integrated into operational plans.
  • Assistance is provided in the executionofsubunit offensive operations is provided.
  • Offensive routine is coordinated as directed.
  • Patrol activity is coordinated as directed.
  • Security measures are coordinated.
       
Element: Coordinate subunit administrative activities
  • Subunit level battlefield clearance is planned and executed.
  • Subunit resupply and maintenance is coordinated.
  • Combat service support to the subunit is coordinated.
  • Subunit morale, welfare and discipline are supported and fostered when required.
       


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 work as part of a team.

Consistency in performance

Competency must be demonstrated over time in a simulated operational environment, either as part of a holistic assessment activity where individuals rotate through specified appointments, or as a number of separate assessment activities such as Tactical Exercises Without Troops.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the context of supporting offensive operations and leading the group when required.

Assessment is in a simulated environment due to the nature of this high-risk environment.

Specific resources for assessment

Access to operating areas, stores, doctrine and other publications.

Submission Requirements

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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

apply administrative procedures

apply WHS requirements

apply recognised safety precautions

conduct liaison

conduct the Individual Military Appreciation Process

control risk

display initiative

display leadership

employ equipment tactically

employ weapons tactically

manage resources

navigate

prepare reports

Required Knowledge

administrative processes

basis for security operations

employment of battlespace operating systems

employment of weapons and equipment

Individual Military Appreciation Process

laws of armed conflict

liaison requirements

military law

navigation techniques

offensive tactics, techniques and procedures

WHS requirements

orders for opening fire

orders for the use of force

principles of leadership

principles of offensive operations

recognised safety precautions

resource management

risk control processes

rules of engagement

security tactics, techniques and procedures

service writing

training processes

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.

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

Logical process may include:

Combat Appreciation Process

Military Appreciation Process

Combat support may include:

airborne offensive support

armoured support

artillery support

engineers support

Combat service support may include:

air lift support

amphibious lift support

combat supplies

medical support

vehicle transport

Assistance in the execution of subunit offensive operations may include:

coordinating camouflage and concealment, and counter surveillance measures

coordinating fire support from external agencies

coordinating the use of control measures

providing advice on the formations and movement limitations

providing advice to commanders on subunit capabilities

Battlefield clearance may include:

coordinating casualty evacuation

coordinating the marking or clearing of mines, booby traps and unexploded ordnance

coordinating the removal of unwanted material from the cleared areas

processing prisoners of war and other detainees

Resupply may include:

distributing maintenance items and new equipment

issuing combat supplies

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Orders are received and clarified in accordance with the commander’s intent. 
Assistance is provided in the planning of defensive operations in accordance with standard procedures. 
Planning decisions are made based on a logical process to solve operational problems. 
Outlineplans to support subunit level defensive operations are prepared and presented as required. 
Orders are prepared and delivered in accordance with standard procedures. 
Combat support and combat servicesupport are coordinated and integrated into operational plans. 
Assistance is provided in the executionofsubunit offensive operations is provided. 
Offensive routine is coordinated as directed. 
Patrol activity is coordinated as directed. 
Security measures are coordinated. 
Subunit level battlefield clearance is planned and executed. 
Subunit resupply and maintenance is coordinated. 
Combat service support to the subunit is coordinated. 
Subunit morale, welfare and discipline are supported and fostered when required. 

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