Application
This competency was developed for combat arms personnel required to operate line of sight ground based air defence weapon systems in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.
Typically, operators work as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs.
All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures.
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Manoeuvre the weapon | 1.1 Line of sight ground based air defence weapon system is prepared for movement in accordance with standard procedures. 1.2 Weapon is positioned as directed. 1.3 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation in accordance with standard procedures. |
2. Prepare the weapon for firing | 2.1 Ammunition is handled under supervision and in accordance with standard procedures. 2.2 Ammunition is visually inspected, ammunition defects are reported to supervisor and defective ammunition is quarantined as directed. 2.3 Ammunition is loaded and unloaded as directed. 2.4 Ancillary equipment is positioned and operated as directed and in accordance with standard procedures. |
3.Engage aerial targets | 3.1 Aerial targets are identified and confirmed by supervisor. 3.2 Targets are sighted and tracked using the system as directed and in accordance with standard procedures. 3.3 Weapon is fired as ordered by supervisor. 3.4 Defects with firing are reported to supervisor and corrective action is taken as directed. 3.5 Aim off drills are initiated on dispute of aircraft identification in accordance with standard procedures. |
4.Maintain the serviceability of the weapon | 4.1 Maintenance defects are reported to supervisor. 4.2 Operating maintenance is conducted in accordance with standard procedures. |
Required Skills
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
hand-eye coordination manual dexterity recognise aerial targets appropriately use binoculars work in a team |
Required Knowledge |
aircraft types characteristics, technical capabilities of the system characteristics of a range of aerial targets likely to be encountered methods of range estimation WHS requirements safety precautions associated with the equipment |
Evidence Required
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Assessment must confirm the ability to: correctly identify the number of aerial targets specified by CATC track and engage targets using very short range air defence systems and short range air defence systems successfully carry out simulated engagements using weapon simulators communicate information quickly, clearly and accurately in a high pressure environment Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time and across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment Specific resources for assessment Access to operational equipment, training and simulation equipment. |
Range Statement
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. | |
Line of sight ground based air defence weapon systems may include: | in service ground based air defence weapon system short range air defence tracker radar very short range air defence |
Standard procedures may include: | Australian Standards doctrinal pamphlets defence instructions job guides, other publications manufacturers’ handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions organisational policies and procedures procedure manuals reengagement procedures relevant local government by relevant state/territory or federal legislation routine orders standing operating procedures standing orders written and verbal orders WHS regulations |
Ammunition defects may include: | cracks/dents corrosion damage packaging humidity desiccant protective covers missing |
Ancillary equipment may include: | confidence equipment generators |
Targets may include: | air launched weapons aircraft: fixed wing rotary wing cruise missile other targets as directed (land and sea) tactical ballistic missile unpiloted aerial vehicle |
Identified aerial targets may include: | friendly hostile unknown |
Defects with firing may include: | activated misfire late interrogation of friend or foe (target) system fault unactivated misfire |
Operating maintenance may include: | basic servicing of ancillary equipment cleaning lubricating |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Not applicable.