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

FWPCOT3202 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Navigate in remote or trackless areas

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FWPCOT3202 - Navigate in remote or trackless areas
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to navigate in untracked, remote areas in situations where difficult environmental conditions and poor visibility are likely to occur. The unit includes interpretation and use of maps and other navigation aids.The unit applies to Forestry Worker, Plantation Worker, Forest Harvester, Harvesting Technicial Forestry Technician, Tree Planter, Mobile Equipent Operator, Arboriculture Technician.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The following resources must be made available:

site to navigate

navigation equipment

work order, workplace requirements and site standards for navigating in remote or trackless areas.

communication devices

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
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 for navigation
  • Identify and gather information and relevant factors and check with appropriate personnel.
  • Select suitable maps, equipment and navigation aids and check for accuracy, currency and operational effectiveness.
  • Detect and correct faults or errors in maps and equipment.
  • Establish communication with others in line with WHS and organisational requirements
       
Element: Plan the route
  • Plan route in line with work instructions and WHS requirements.
  • Examine maps to identify relevant symbols, information, navigation data and environmental requirements.
  • Calculate accurate grid and magnetic bearings using maps and equipment in line with assignment instructions.
  • Plan emergency exit routes and contingencies to combat other risks.
       
Element: Conduct navigation
  • Undertake navigation in line with planned route and schedule.
  • Orientate maps are correctly to surroundings in line with planned route.
  • Use equipment and navigation aids in line with manufacturer recommendations.
  • Navigate alternative routes to bypass obstacles and improve efficiency of course.
  • Minimise impact on the environment as a result of navigation.
  • Record and report navigation activities.
       


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 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.

1. Prepare for navigation

1.1 Identify and gather information and relevant factors and check with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Select suitable maps, equipment and navigation aids and check for accuracy, currency and operational effectiveness.

1.3 Detect and correct faults or errors in maps and equipment.

1.4 Establish communication with others in line with WHS and organisational requirements

2. Plan the route

2.1 Plan route in line with work instructions and WHS requirements.

2.2 Examine maps to identify relevant symbols, information, navigation data and environmental requirements.

2.3 Calculate accurate grid and magnetic bearings using maps and equipment in line with assignment instructions.

2.4 Plan emergency exit routes and contingencies to combat other risks.

3. Conduct navigation

3.1 Undertake navigation in line with planned route and schedule.

3.2 Orientate maps are correctly to surroundings in line with planned route.

3.3 Use equipment and navigation aids in line with manufacturer recommendations.

3.4 Navigate alternative routes to bypass obstacles and improve efficiency of course.

3.5 Minimise impact on the environment as a result of navigation.

3.6 Record and report navigation activities.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

follow organisational policies and procedures for navigating in a remote or trackless area

select, interpret, and use maps and other written and diagrammatic information for navigation

use maps, compass and navigation aids to plan routes and navigate in remote or trackless area which must be either:

standard magnetic compass using latitude/longitude and Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) coordinate systems

global positioning system (GPS)

cadastral maps (maps that show the boundaries and ownership of land parcels)

topographic maps

general maps

plan and conduct an efficient navigation, effectively bypassing obstacles within designated timeframes

maintain navigation tools and equipment

establish and maintain effective communication with appropriate personnel as required

record navigation activities.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices for navigating in a remote or trackless area

environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material and returning the environment to its original or near to original condition on completion of activity

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for navigating in a remote or trackless areas

factors that may affect navigation, including:

types of terrain and gradient

weather conditions

obstacles

distance

estimated travelling time

availability of resources, including water, rest stops, camp sites

access and exit routes

use and features of various maps, images and charts including:

cadastral and topographic maps

charts

guide books

photographs and other digital imagery

sketches

diagrams

representation of topographic features on maps and plans, including:

grid lines and numbers

contour lines

magnetic variation

scale

map legend

local features

markers and beacons

water depth

common scales and reference information used on maps and plans

features and uses of environmental navigation aids:

survey markers

track markers and beacons

signs

arrows

natural landmarks and reference points

purpose, features and operation of navigation equipment, and procedures for their safe use and maintenance, including

global positioning system (GPS) device

magnetic compass, including adjustment for local magnetic variation

locator beacons

personal protective equipment and clothing

techniques for estimating distance travelled within a particular activity context

established communication modes, methods and protocols

procedures for recording and reporting workplace information.

Submission Requirements

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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 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.

1. Prepare for navigation

1.1 Identify and gather information and relevant factors and check with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Select suitable maps, equipment and navigation aids and check for accuracy, currency and operational effectiveness.

1.3 Detect and correct faults or errors in maps and equipment.

1.4 Establish communication with others in line with WHS and organisational requirements

2. Plan the route

2.1 Plan route in line with work instructions and WHS requirements.

2.2 Examine maps to identify relevant symbols, information, navigation data and environmental requirements.

2.3 Calculate accurate grid and magnetic bearings using maps and equipment in line with assignment instructions.

2.4 Plan emergency exit routes and contingencies to combat other risks.

3. Conduct navigation

3.1 Undertake navigation in line with planned route and schedule.

3.2 Orientate maps are correctly to surroundings in line with planned route.

3.3 Use equipment and navigation aids in line with manufacturer recommendations.

3.4 Navigate alternative routes to bypass obstacles and improve efficiency of course.

3.5 Minimise impact on the environment as a result of navigation.

3.6 Record and report navigation activities.

Not Applicable
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 and gather information and relevant factors and check with appropriate personnel. 
Select suitable maps, equipment and navigation aids and check for accuracy, currency and operational effectiveness. 
Detect and correct faults or errors in maps and equipment. 
Establish communication with others in line with WHS and organisational requirements 
Plan route in line with work instructions and WHS requirements. 
Examine maps to identify relevant symbols, information, navigation data and environmental requirements. 
Calculate accurate grid and magnetic bearings using maps and equipment in line with assignment instructions. 
Plan emergency exit routes and contingencies to combat other risks. 
Undertake navigation in line with planned route and schedule. 
Orientate maps are correctly to surroundings in line with planned route. 
Use equipment and navigation aids in line with manufacturer recommendations. 
Navigate alternative routes to bypass obstacles and improve efficiency of course. 
Minimise impact on the environment as a result of navigation. 
Record and report navigation activities. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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