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

DEFSEN003 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate a torpedo fire control system

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency DEFSEN003 - Operate a torpedo fire control system
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills required to operate a torpedo fire control system. It includes the requirement to enable the torpedo fire control system, input pre-firing data and ensure accurate information is entered into the system. This activity could continue for a prolonged period, requiring the operator to hand over effectively to another operator.This unit was developed for Sensor Operators working within Defence 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 work as part of a team, under supervision, while performing routine tasks in a broad range of contexts and environments. They use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their output.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 Sensor Operations
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: Enable torpedo fire control system
  • Confirm serviceability of torpedo fire control system and recognise and report any faults to supervisor.
  • Insert weapon parameters into torpedo fire control system in accordance with current threat parameters and ship manoeuvring.
  • Establish external and internal communications.
       
Element: Establish and update torpedo fire control system information
  • Collect information using sonar and other sensors.
  • Collect, collate and analyse information and input most up-to-date information into the torpedo fire control system.
  • Update parameters and report to command.
  • Report problems beyond own capability to supervisor.
  • Respond to threats.
       
Element: Finalise operations
  • Transfer torpedo fire control system operation to new operator as required.
  • Cease operation of torpedo fire control system as directed by supervisor.
  • Clean and stow system components.
  • Complete and secure documentation.
       
Element: Enable torpedo fire control system
  • Confirm serviceability of torpedo fire control system and recognise and report any faults to supervisor.
  • Insert weapon parameters into torpedo fire control system in accordance with current threat parameters and ship manoeuvring.
  • Establish external and internal communications.
       
Element: Establish and update torpedo fire control system information
  • Collect information using sonar and other sensors.
  • Collect, collate and analyse information and input most up-to-date information into the torpedo fire control system.
  • Update parameters and report to command.
  • Report problems beyond own capability to supervisor.
  • Respond to threats.
       
Element: Finalise operations
  • Transfer torpedo fire control system operation to new operator as required.
  • Cease operation of torpedo fire control system as directed by supervisor.
  • Clean and stow system components.
  • Complete and secure documentation.
       


Evidence Required

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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. Enable torpedo fire control system

1.1 Confirm serviceability of torpedo fire control system and recognise and report any faults to supervisor.

1.2 Insert weapon parameters into torpedo fire control system in accordance with current threat parameters and ship manoeuvring.

1.3 Establish external and internal communications.

2. Establish and update torpedo fire control system information

2.1 Collect information using sonar and other sensors.

2.2 Collect, collate and analyse information and input most up-to-date information into the torpedo fire control system.

2.3 Update parameters and report to command.

2.4 Report problems beyond own capability to supervisor.

2.5 Respond to threats.

3. Finalise operations

3.1 Transfer torpedo fire control system operation to new operator as required.

3.2 Cease operation of torpedo fire control system as directed by supervisor.

3.3 Clean and stow system components.

3.4 Complete and secure documentation.

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.

completing a minimum of eight torpedo firings in a real or simulated situation

inputting pre-firing data into torpedo fire control system

demonstrating correct voice procedure

optimising sonar control room equipment

using sonar/torpedo fire control system equipment

working within one’s delegated authority

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 principles and characteristics of sonar theory

daily system operability tests (DSOTs)

threat identification

torpedo search pattern characteristics

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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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. Enable torpedo fire control system

1.1 Confirm serviceability of torpedo fire control system and recognise and report any faults to supervisor.

1.2 Insert weapon parameters into torpedo fire control system in accordance with current threat parameters and ship manoeuvring.

1.3 Establish external and internal communications.

2. Establish and update torpedo fire control system information

2.1 Collect information using sonar and other sensors.

2.2 Collect, collate and analyse information and input most up-to-date information into the torpedo fire control system.

2.3 Update parameters and report to command.

2.4 Report problems beyond own capability to supervisor.

2.5 Respond to threats.

3. Finalise operations

3.1 Transfer torpedo fire control system operation to new operator as required.

3.2 Cease operation of torpedo fire control system as directed by supervisor.

3.3 Clean and stow system components.

3.4 Complete and secure documentation.

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
Confirm serviceability of torpedo fire control system and recognise and report any faults to supervisor. 
Insert weapon parameters into torpedo fire control system in accordance with current threat parameters and ship manoeuvring. 
Establish external and internal communications. 
Collect information using sonar and other sensors. 
Collect, collate and analyse information and input most up-to-date information into the torpedo fire control system. 
Update parameters and report to command. 
Report problems beyond own capability to supervisor. 
Respond to threats. 
Transfer torpedo fire control system operation to new operator as required. 
Cease operation of torpedo fire control system as directed by supervisor. 
Clean and stow system components. 
Complete and secure documentation. 
Confirm serviceability of torpedo fire control system and recognise and report any faults to supervisor. 
Insert weapon parameters into torpedo fire control system in accordance with current threat parameters and ship manoeuvring. 
Establish external and internal communications. 
Collect information using sonar and other sensors. 
Collect, collate and analyse information and input most up-to-date information into the torpedo fire control system. 
Update parameters and report to command. 
Report problems beyond own capability to supervisor. 
Respond to threats. 
Transfer torpedo fire control system operation to new operator as required. 
Cease operation of torpedo fire control system as directed by supervisor. 
Clean and stow system components. 
Complete and secure documentation. 

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