Qualification
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Unit of Competency
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TLIE4033 - Use communications systems to control tram/light rail operations |
Description
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Employability Skills
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Learning Outcomes and Application
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This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use radio systems to control tram/light rail operations.It includes identifying equipment types and features, using communications equipment and responding to requests.This unit covers activities where a number of different communications systems are used concurrently, including radios, fixed-line and mobile telephones and computers.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Duration and Setting
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X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment. Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment. Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations or, where this is not available, in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate tram/light rail corridor 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: a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations relevant and appropriate materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) currently used in industry applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, rail industry standards, codes of practice and operation manuals. | |
Prerequisites/co-requisites
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Competency Field
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E – Communication and Calculation |
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners
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Student Learning Resources
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Handouts Activities
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Slides PPT
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Assessment 1
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Assessment 2
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Assessment 3
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Assessment 4
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Elements of Competency
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Performance Criteria
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Element: Identify communications equipment systems and features | | | | | | | | |
Element: Types of communications equipment, component parts and accessories used in the work area are identified | | | | | | | | |
Element: Applications for workplace activities of the different communications systems and related software are interpreted as required | | | | | | | | |
Element: Communications system features and control functions are identified | | | | | | | | |
Element: Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented | | | | | | | | |
Element: Appropriate communications system is selected depending on type of communication to be made | | | | | | | | |
Element: Use communications equipment systems | | | | | | | | |
Element: System checks are carried out prior to operations to confirm communications system is operational, in accordance with organisational requirements | | | | | | | | |
Element: Communications systems are operated safely in accordance with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements | | | | | | | | |
Element: Communications system security is maintained in accordance with organisational procedures | | | | | | | | |
Element: Messages are received, interpreted and recorded in accordance with operating procedures and regulatory requirements | | | | | | | | |
Element: Text and numeric data are entered into communications system using appropriate technology as required | | | | | | | | |
Element: Entered information is checked and corrected as required | | | | | | | | |
Element: Receive and respond to requests | | | | | | | | |
Element: Details of the situation are established using effective communication skills, techniques and resources, in accordance with organisational procedures | | | | | | | | |
Element: Communication difficulties are acknowledge and efforts are made to overcome these difficulties | | | | | | | | |
Element: Complete details of request are accurately recorded in a timely and efficient manner, in accordance with organisational procedures | | | | | | | | |
Element: Urgency of request is determined using information gained from person making the request | | | | | | | | |
Element: Suitable response is formulated in accordance with organisational procedures | | | | | | | | |
Element: Request is referred in accordance with situation presented and organisational procedures | | | | | | | | |
Element: Requests are answered promptly in accordance with organisational procedures | | | | | | | | |
Element: Requests are dealt with in a professional manner at all times | | | | | | | | |
Element: Appropriate follow-up action is taken, in accordance with needs of the situation and organisational procedures | | | | | | | | |
Element: Respond to communications system faults | | | | | | | | |
Element: Communications system technical faults are identified and appropriate action is taken | | | | | | | | |
Element: Back-up or alternative systems are utilised when primary system fails or as required | | | | | | | | |
Element: Communication difficulties are acknowledged and efforts are made to overcome these difficulties | | | | | | | | |
Element: Complete details of request are accurately recorded in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with organisational procedures | | | | | | | | |
Element: Appropriate follow-up action is taken in accordance with needs of the situation and organisational procedures | | | | | | | | |