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

MARH3004A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARH3004A - Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation
Description This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to maintain safe navigation of a commercial vessel through the use of radar and other equipment used for the navigation of a vessel.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to those working in the capacity of Master on a range of vessels up to 80 metres.
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: Set up wheelhouse navigation equipment
  • Wheelhouse navigation equipment is initialised and displays are set up and maintained
  • Operational performance and accuracy of wheelhouse equipment is confirmed and appropriate action is taken when performance is out of limits
  • Misrepresentation of information is detected and corrected or allowed for
       
Element: Use radar to navigate safely
  • Radar is operated according to manufacturer instructions to produce data on position of vessel, other vessels and fixed objects
  • Radar plot is constructed on a radar plotting sheet or automatic plotting devices are initialised
  • Systematic radar observations of vessels in the vicinity are made where there is a risk of collision
  • Radar data is used to obtain a position fix for vessel using electronic bearing lines and variable range markers
  • Radar bearings are corrected for vessel heading and compass error as appropriate
  • Radar plotting data is analysed to anticipate potential collisions
  • Analysis is used to make informed command decisions on action needed to avoid collisions
       
Element: Use wheelhouse navigation equipment
  • Wheelhouse navigation equipment is safely and efficiently used to conduct navigation of the vessel
  • Position of vessel is monitored during voyage to ensure planned passage is followed
  • Movement of vessels in the vicinity is monitored to ensure collision situations do not occur
  • Wheelhouse navigation equipment is maintained according to manufacturer requirements and organisational procedures
       
Element: Maintain navigational records
  • Navigational data produced by wheelhouse navigation equipment that should be retained to conform with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements is identified
  • Navigational data is stored electronically or in hard copy as required by organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
  • Security and access requirements for data are adhered to according to organisational procedures
       


Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, the required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:

operating marine radar systems and equipment on an automatic radar plotting aids (ARPA) system

attention to appropriate level of detail in recordkeeping.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

Resources for assessment include access to:

industry-approved marine operations site where using wheelhouse equipment may be conducted

approved radar simulator where ARPA training can be conducted

tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments

appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Method of assessment

Practical assessment must occur in an:

appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or

appropriate range of situations in the workplace.

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:

direct observation of the candidate using wheelhouse equipment

direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess Required Knowledge.

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


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required Skills:

Interpret radar displays and indications

Operate marine radar systems and equipment on a vessel

Operate other electronic navigational instruments and equipment on a vessel

Read and interpret service manuals and instructions for radar and other electronic navigational aids

Recognise faulty radar equipment and take appropriate action

Recognise problems when using radar and other electronic navigational aids to maintain safe navigation and take appropriate action

Required Knowledge:

Different types of navigational aids, including their features, key applications and operational characteristics

Limitations and potential errors associated with each type of electronic navigational aid

Methods for the interpretation and analysis of navigational data produced by radar and other electronic navigational instruments

Procedures for the initialisation and operation of radar and other electronic navigational instruments

Procedures for the use of data generated by radar and other electronic navigational instruments

Relevant sections of state and territory regulations, National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) and Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code dealing with navigational equipment and the responsibilities of a Master or Deck Officer

Techniques for the use of radar and other electronic navigational instruments

Terminology and principles of operation of radar and other electronic navigation aids typically used on vessels

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and work practices

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Wheelhouse navigation equipment may include:

AIS

Alarm devices including off-course and watch alarms

Automatic pilot

Azimuth mirrors

Bottom logs

Coverage areas

DGPS

Echo sounder

Electronic charts

GPS

Hyperbolic systems

Magnetic and gyro compasses

Plotters

Radar

Satellite technology

Misrepresentation of information may include

Compass errors

False echoes

GPS and DGPS errors

Incorrect setting up of electronic chart system (ECS) or electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS)

Incorrect setting up of GPS

Incorrect radar settings for heading marker and range marker

Sea returns

Navigational data may include:

Navigation safety warning

Recording courses steered

Weather and oceanographic reports

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Wheelhouse navigation equipment is initialised and displays are set up and maintained 
Operational performance and accuracy of wheelhouse equipment is confirmed and appropriate action is taken when performance is out of limits 
Misrepresentation of information is detected and corrected or allowed for 
Radar is operated according to manufacturer instructions to produce data on position of vessel, other vessels and fixed objects 
Radar plot is constructed on a radar plotting sheet or automatic plotting devices are initialised 
Systematic radar observations of vessels in the vicinity are made where there is a risk of collision 
Radar data is used to obtain a position fix for vessel using electronic bearing lines and variable range markers 
Radar bearings are corrected for vessel heading and compass error as appropriate 
Radar plotting data is analysed to anticipate potential collisions 
Analysis is used to make informed command decisions on action needed to avoid collisions 
Wheelhouse navigation equipment is safely and efficiently used to conduct navigation of the vessel 
Position of vessel is monitored during voyage to ensure planned passage is followed 
Movement of vessels in the vicinity is monitored to ensure collision situations do not occur 
Wheelhouse navigation equipment is maintained according to manufacturer requirements and organisational procedures 
Navigational data produced by wheelhouse navigation equipment that should be retained to conform with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements is identified 
Navigational data is stored electronically or in hard copy as required by organisational procedures and regulatory requirements 
Security and access requirements for data are adhered to according to organisational procedures 

Forms

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