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

MARH002 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply weather information when navigating inland waters as Master

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARH002 - Apply weather information when navigating inland waters as Master
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to predict meteorological conditions and apply them to ensure the safe navigation of a vessel. It includes interpreting and applying information obtained from observations, reports and instruments and forecasting weather for an intended inland waters passage using all available data.This unit applies to those working in the capacity of a Master Inland Waters on any commercial vessel up to 24 metres engaged in inland waters navigation.This unit has links to legislative and certification requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must satisfy National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (NVR)/Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) assessor requirements.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

tools, equipment, machinery, materials and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

applicable documentation such as legislation, regulations, codes of practice, workplace procedures and operational manuals

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field H – Navigation
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: Obtain weather information
  • Relevant weather forecasts are obtained from a range of sources and correctly interpreted
  • Weather conditions are observed and correctly interpreted according to established nautical and meteorological practice
  • Basic measurements of meteorological conditions are correctly made and recorded using established procedures
  • Relevant meteorological charts, publications and related documentation are obtained, used, updated, stored and maintained
       
Element: Apply weather data to safe navigation
  • Weather condition hazards relevant to a proposed voyage are identified using relevant forecasts based on interpretation of meteorological observations, reports and measurements
  • Voyage is modified as required to take into account weather and water condition hazards according to established navigational practice and operational instructions
       
Element: Maintain records of weather and oceanographic information
  • Meteorological measurements, observations, reports and forecasts are recorded and stored according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
  • Actions taken to maintain safety of navigation and to minimise risk to safety of vessel as a result of weather and oceanographic forecasts, are documented according to organisational procedures
       


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.

1

Obtain weather information

1.1

Relevant weather forecasts are obtained from a range of sources and correctly interpreted

1.2

Weather conditions are observed and correctly interpreted according to established nautical and meteorological practice

1.3

Basic measurements of meteorological conditions are correctly made and recorded using established procedures

1.4

Relevant meteorological charts, publications and related documentation are obtained, used, updated, stored and maintained

2

Apply weather data to safe navigation

2.1

Weather condition hazards relevant to a proposed voyage are identified using relevant forecasts based on interpretation of meteorological observations, reports and measurements

2.2

Voyage is modified as required to take into account weather and water condition hazards according to established navigational practice and operational instructions

3

Maintain records of weather and oceanographic information

3.1

Meteorological measurements, observations, reports and forecasts are recorded and stored according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

3.2

Actions taken to maintain safety of navigation and to minimise risk to safety of vessel as a result of weather and oceanographic forecasts, are documented according to organisational procedures

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

completing required records and documentation

identifying and evaluating weather forecasting problems and determining appropriate solutions

navigating under a range of conditions (day and night, clear visibility and restricted visibility)

reading, interpreting and applying weather information

recognising problems that may occur when interpreting and applying weather information to navigation and taking appropriate action

selecting and using relevant instruments and equipment according to instructions

using relevant communication skills when navigating a small vessel as Master

using weather forecasts to ensure safe navigation.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

basic principles and procedures interpreting meteorological information

effects on navigation and vessel handling of wind, currents and bottom topography

maritime communication techniques

meteorological and oceanographic parameters:

atmospheric pressure

pressure gradient and isobar patterns

air temperature

relative humidity

wind strength

wind direction

visibility (in conditions of fog, mist, rain and snow)

cloud

problems in forecasting weather information to navigate a vessel and appropriate action and solutions

procedures for applying forecast of likely weather and water conditions to the development of a typical voyage

procedures to be followed during gale conditions and cyclones, including the means of securing a vessel in a cyclone mooring

principles of weather forecasting using information obtained from observations, reports and instruments, including:

vertical division of the atmosphere

air masses and fronts

cloud classifications

heat exchange process

synoptic chart analysis

pressure systems, cold and warm fronts

cyclones, storms and gales

tropical meteorology

sources of weather data

relevant sections of state and territory regulations, National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) and Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code dealing with responsibilities of a Master Inland Waters

sources of weather reports and methods for their interpretation.

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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.

1

Obtain weather information

1.1

Relevant weather forecasts are obtained from a range of sources and correctly interpreted

1.2

Weather conditions are observed and correctly interpreted according to established nautical and meteorological practice

1.3

Basic measurements of meteorological conditions are correctly made and recorded using established procedures

1.4

Relevant meteorological charts, publications and related documentation are obtained, used, updated, stored and maintained

2

Apply weather data to safe navigation

2.1

Weather condition hazards relevant to a proposed voyage are identified using relevant forecasts based on interpretation of meteorological observations, reports and measurements

2.2

Voyage is modified as required to take into account weather and water condition hazards according to established navigational practice and operational instructions

3

Maintain records of weather and oceanographic information

3.1

Meteorological measurements, observations, reports and forecasts are recorded and stored according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

3.2

Actions taken to maintain safety of navigation and to minimise risk to safety of vessel as a result of weather and oceanographic forecasts, are documented according to organisational procedures

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Sources include one or more of the following:

charts

instruments

observations

reports

satellite images

Documentation include one or more of the following:

meteorological publications

navigational charts of inland waterways

notices and instructions of relevant maritime authorities

operational orders

organisational procedures

relevant sections of state and territory marine regulations, National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) and Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code

vessel log

vessel manufacturer instructions and recommended procedures

weather reports, charts and satellite images

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
Relevant weather forecasts are obtained from a range of sources and correctly interpreted 
Weather conditions are observed and correctly interpreted according to established nautical and meteorological practice 
Basic measurements of meteorological conditions are correctly made and recorded using established procedures 
Relevant meteorological charts, publications and related documentation are obtained, used, updated, stored and maintained 
Weather condition hazards relevant to a proposed voyage are identified using relevant forecasts based on interpretation of meteorological observations, reports and measurements 
Voyage is modified as required to take into account weather and water condition hazards according to established navigational practice and operational instructions 
Meteorological measurements, observations, reports and forecasts are recorded and stored according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements 
Actions taken to maintain safety of navigation and to minimise risk to safety of vessel as a result of weather and oceanographic forecasts, are documented according to organisational procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MARH002 - Apply weather information when navigating inland waters as Master
Assessment task 1: [title]

Student name:

Student ID:

I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

Student signature:

Result: Competent Not yet competent

Feedback to student

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessor name:

Signature:

Date:

Assessment Record Sheet

MARH002 - Apply weather information when navigating inland waters as Master

Student name:

Student ID:

Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

(add lines for each task)

Feedback to student:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

Assessor name:

Signature:

Date:

Student signature:

Date: