Application
This unit describes the skills required to optimise and monitor sensor displays. This includes setting up and applying settings to sensor display. It also includes monitoring the sensor display for irregularities and taking steps to return the sensor display to optimal performance.
This unit was developed for Sensor Operators working within Defence but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work as part of a team, under supervision, while performing routine tasks in a broad range of contexts and environments. They use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their output.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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 section. |
1. Set up sensor display | 1.1 Set up tactical display in accordance with required function and shift supervisor tasking. 1.2 Access and display tactical information. 1.3 Set up sensor display and build tactical picture using operational data from other sources. |
2. Apply settings to sensor display | 2.1 Select and set appropriate range scale. 2.2 Select and display sensor video to support the compilation of the tactical picture. 2.3 Prepare IFF system equipment to support the compilation of the tactical picture. 2.4 Perform sensor index error checks. |
3. Monitor sensor performance and respond to sensor degradation | 3.1 Monitor sensors for degradation and recommend rectification action to shift supervisor. 3.2 Liaise with other sensor operators to achieve optimum sensor performance. 3.3 Recognise and respond to sensor alarms. |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.
identifying and responding to degradation in sensor display
communicating with operations room personnel
receiving and interpreting instructions
operating sensor display settings based on tasking and required function
applying settings to sensor display in accordance with the requirements of the intended function
optimising and monitoring a sensor display
Evidence of Knowledge
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
IFF system operation and settings
operational data relevant to required function
procedure for sensor index error checks
requirements of a tactical display over the range of functions
roles and responsibilities of other sensor operators
selection criteria for sensor range scale
sensor alarms and meaning
tactical information relevant to required function
theory of radar
theory of sonar
types of sensor degradation and effect on sensor
Assessment Conditions
Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Foundation Skills
The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit.
ACSF levels indicative of performance:
Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.
Competency Field
Sensor Operations