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

DEFCO405C Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct operator level maintenance in a Defence environment

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency DEFCO405C - Conduct operator level maintenance in a Defence environment
Description This unit covers the competency required to conduct operator level maintenance on communications equipment within Defence communications workplaces.The unit includes the identification and selection of tools and equipment, the application of organisational safety requirements within guidelines of responsibility and full adherence to work health and safety (WHS)/radiation hazard policy.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit was developed for communications and information systems operators working within Defence but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.The conduct of operator level maintenance on communications equipment is a key component of the communications requirement within Defence and is a fundamental requirement for communications and information systems operators.Typically operators work independently and as part of a team 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: Carry out equipment checks
  • WHS requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the activity.
  • Tools appropriate to the task are selected.
  • Equipment is checked in accordance with specified workplace instructions.
  • Status of equipment is recorded according to prescribed guidelines.
  • Deficiencies or abnormalities are reported to appropriate personnel.
       
Element: Perform operator level maintenance
  • Equipment is inspected in accordance with Defence procedures.
  • Preventative maintenance is performed in accordance with specific workplace instructions.
  • Equipment is replaced/repaired within the guidelines of operator level maintenance.
  • Details of maintenance are recorded and reported to appropriate personnel.
       


Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

inspect equipment in accordance with operating procedures

correctly perform pre operational checks

clean and maintain equipment within guidelines of responsibility

comply with WHS/radiation hazard policy

perform pre/post deployment checks in accordance with specific operating procedures

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the individual is assessed across a variety of situations within the workplace.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment.

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to:

specific workplace operating procedures

task specific tools and equipment

maintenance guidelines

communications publications

equipment specific manuals

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

encourage team members

follow instructions/directives and report information

identify faults

report deficiencies or abnormalities

use a variety of verbal and non-verbal communication techniques

use active listening techniques

use cleaning agents and chemicals safely

use specific maintenance tools

visually inspect equipment

Required Knowledge

cleaning procedures of selected equipment

composition of teams and roles and responsibilities of team members

maintenance procedures of selected equipment

WHS/radiation hazard policies

parts and components of selected equipment

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.

Equipment may include:

Ancillary equipment

Basic preventative maintenance tools and equipment

Communications equipment

Field specific equipment

Fire equipment

Lighting equipment

Salvage and rescue equipment

Visual signalling equipment

Records and reports may include:

Daily system operability tests (DSOTs) check sheets

Departmental defect logs

Field unserviceability reports (EMEFIX)

Unserviceability reports

Operator level maintenance may include:

Basic non-technical functions that do not exceed the communications operator’s area of responsibility such as:

basic component replacement

routine cleaning

visual inspections

routine operability checks

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
WHS requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the activity. 
Tools appropriate to the task are selected. 
Equipment is checked in accordance with specified workplace instructions. 
Status of equipment is recorded according to prescribed guidelines. 
Deficiencies or abnormalities are reported to appropriate personnel. 
Equipment is inspected in accordance with Defence procedures. 
Preventative maintenance is performed in accordance with specific workplace instructions. 
Equipment is replaced/repaired within the guidelines of operator level maintenance. 
Details of maintenance are recorded and reported to appropriate personnel. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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