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

DEFDC002B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Function in the Australian aerospace environment

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency DEFDC002B - Function in the Australian aerospace environment
Description This unit covers the competency required to safely function in the Australian aerospace environment.This unit of competency has been primarily written for Defence Cadets.
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: Identify information about the aerospace industry in Australia
  • Structure of the Australian aerospace industry and the functions of the different sectors are outlined.
  • Structure of the Defence aerospace organisation and the roles of the three services are outlined.
  • Career opportunities within the Australian aerospace environment and the entry requirements are identified.
  • Career opportunities within the Defence aerospace environment and the entry requirements are identified.
  • Uptodate knowledge of the Australian aerospace environment is maintained.
  • Uptodate knowledge of the Defence aerospace environment is maintained.
       
Element: Recognise aircraft
  • Basic parts of the airframe of a fixed wing aircraft are identified.
  • Current Australian Defence Force (ADF) and civilian aircraft are identified.
       
Element: Maintain basic situation awareness in the aviation workplace
  • Occupational health and safetyWork health and safety (OH&SWHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied while operating in an aviation workplace.
  • Personal protective equipment is worn at all times when operating in an aviation workplace.
  • Aircraft hazards and safety distances are observed in accordance with standard procedures.
  • Movement within an aviation workplace is conducted in a safe manner.
  • Unsafe actions or situations are recognised and reported to supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
       


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 identify a mixture of at least ten civilian and military aircraft; and to safely move on a tarmac and within a maintenance facility.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over a range of aviation workplaces to ensure consistency of performance.

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 to an aviation workplace.

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

apply safety and security practices and regulations

basic research skills to identify and collect information

recognise and anticipate safety and security problems and hazards and take appropriate action

questioning/listening skills to elicit information

Required Knowledge

ADF bases from which aircraft operate

aircraft recognition features

components of an aircraft airframe

relevant safety and security regulations, rules, policies and procedures

roles of ADF aircraft

safety and security hazards and risks in the aviation workplace

sectors of the aerospace industry

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.

Basic parts of the airframe of a fixed wing aircraft may include:

Empennage (tail plane)

Engine

Flap trim tabs, tiedown points and stall warning indicator

Fuel caps, tanks, drains and vents

Fuselage

Special features

Undercarriage

Wing

Aviation workplace may include:

In or around an aircraft

Maintenance facility

Tarmac

Standard procedures may include:

WHS regulations

Organisational procedure manuals

Relevant state/territory or federal legislation

Written and verbal orders and instructions

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
Structure of the Australian aerospace industry and the functions of the different sectors are outlined. 
Structure of the Defence aerospace organisation and the roles of the three services are outlined. 
Career opportunities within the Australian aerospace environment and the entry requirements are identified. 
Career opportunities within the Defence aerospace environment and the entry requirements are identified. 
Uptodate knowledge of the Australian aerospace environment is maintained. 
Uptodate knowledge of the Defence aerospace environment is maintained. 
Basic parts of the airframe of a fixed wing aircraft are identified. 
Current Australian Defence Force (ADF) and civilian aircraft are identified. 
Occupational health and safetyWork health and safety (OH&SWHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied while operating in an aviation workplace. 
Personal protective equipment is worn at all times when operating in an aviation workplace. 
Aircraft hazards and safety distances are observed in accordance with standard procedures. 
Movement within an aviation workplace is conducted in a safe manner. 
Unsafe actions or situations are recognised and reported to supervisor or other appropriate personnel. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

DEFDC002B - Function in the Australian aerospace environment
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DEFDC002B - Function in the Australian aerospace environment

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