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

DEFMIL083 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Collect environmental information

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency DEFMIL083 - Collect environmental information
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills required to collect meteorological, hydrographic, geospatial and geological information for an area.This unit was developed for combat engineer personnel required to collect environmental information for an area in a deployed operational environment, but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would typically work as part of a team under direct supervision. They use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs while performing routine tasks in a broad range of unpredictable contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Military Skills
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: Plan, prepare and collect information and data
  • Identify, interpret and confirm requirement to collect information from instructions.
  • Determine appropriate collection methods.
  • Develop collection plan and consult with supervisor.
  • Identify resources allocated for the task.
  • Identify, source and collect information and data in accordance with the plan.
       
Element: Record and report information
  • Record information in the organisational format.
  • Communicate information to a higher authority.
  • Disseminate information as directed by supervisor.
  • Complete and maintain documentation and records.
       
Element: Plan, prepare and collect information and data
  • Identify, interpret and confirm requirement to collect information from instructions.
  • Determine appropriate collection methods.
  • Develop collection plan and consult with supervisor.
  • Identify resources allocated for the task.
  • Identify, source and collect information and data in accordance with the plan.
       
Element: Record and report information
  • Record information in the organisational format.
  • Communicate information to a higher authority.
  • Disseminate information as directed by supervisor.
  • Complete and maintain documentation and records.
       


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Plan, prepare and collect information and data

1.1 Identify, interpret and confirm requirement to collect information from instructions.

1.2 Determine appropriate collection methods.

1.3 Develop collection plan and consult with supervisor.

1.4 Identify resources allocated for the task.

1.5 Identify, source and collect information and data in accordance with the plan.

2. Record and report information

2.1 Record information in the organisational format.

2.2 Communicate information to a higher authority.

2.3 Disseminate information as directed by supervisor.

2.4 Complete and maintain documentation and records.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

analysing information and data

communicating information and data

conducting research

using questioning techniques

conducting tactical and technical reconnaissance

taking measurements using a laser range finder, tape measure, ruler

using communications equipment

using global positioning systems

using optical enhancement tools such as binoculars

collecting information and data that is relevant and appropriate to the specific operation

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

basic research and analysis techniques

collection methods

communication requirements and equipment

indigenous inhabitants and culture

intelligence cycle – direction, collection, processing and dissemination

legal responsibilities

navigation

operational environment

relevant legislation and procedures in relation to environmental requirements

relevant WHS regulations/requirements, equipment, material and personal safety requirements

site, personnel and information security

terrain types and terrain analysis

urban and rural demographics

weather effects

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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Plan, prepare and collect information and data

1.1 Identify, interpret and confirm requirement to collect information from instructions.

1.2 Determine appropriate collection methods.

1.3 Develop collection plan and consult with supervisor.

1.4 Identify resources allocated for the task.

1.5 Identify, source and collect information and data in accordance with the plan.

2. Record and report information

2.1 Record information in the organisational format.

2.2 Communicate information to a higher authority.

2.3 Disseminate information as directed by supervisor.

2.4 Complete and maintain documentation and records.

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
Identify, interpret and confirm requirement to collect information from instructions. 
Determine appropriate collection methods. 
Develop collection plan and consult with supervisor. 
Identify resources allocated for the task. 
Identify, source and collect information and data in accordance with the plan. 
Record information in the organisational format. 
Communicate information to a higher authority. 
Disseminate information as directed by supervisor. 
Complete and maintain documentation and records. 
Identify, interpret and confirm requirement to collect information from instructions. 
Determine appropriate collection methods. 
Develop collection plan and consult with supervisor. 
Identify resources allocated for the task. 
Identify, source and collect information and data in accordance with the plan. 
Record information in the organisational format. 
Communicate information to a higher authority. 
Disseminate information as directed by supervisor. 
Complete and maintain documentation and records. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

DEFMIL083 - Collect environmental information
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