Application
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to conduct fault finding and repairs to the simulator sound systems. This includes analysing fault reports, identifying and rectifying faults, conducting functional tests and the documentation and certification processes. In the context of this unit, simulators are used to replicate land, air, sea and undersea systems to facilitate training and development.
Simulator sound systems include communication systems, amplifiers, samplers, speakers, microphones and headsets, equalisers, mixers, tone generators, switching and control systems and audio computers.
This unit was developed in a Defence environment but may be relevant to others who work in this field.
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 independently, or as part of a team, with minimal supervision, while performing complex tasks, including complex problem solving, in a limited range of contexts. They would use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this 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. Receive and analyse fault report | 1.1 Receive and analyse simulator sound system fault report. 1.2 Identify and select appropriate fault finding method(s) that will apply across the range of simulator sound system systems. 1.3 Prepare the simulator sound system for fault finding. |
2. Identify and find fault | 2.1 Apply fault finding method(s). 2.2 Identify and analyse fault indicators. 2.3 Identify simulator sound system fault. 2.4 Confirm that the fault is the one initially reported. |
3. Repair fault | 3.1 Identify and confirm cause of fault. 3.2 Identify and confirm repair method(s). 3.3 Complete simulator sound system repair. 3.4 Conduct post repair safety check. 3.5 Restart simulator sound system. |
4. Conduct functional test | 4.1 Test simulator sound systems to ensure operational integrity. 4.2 Confirm operational parameters. |
5. Finalise repair process | 5.1 Finalise simulator sound system 5.2 Report the operational status of the simulator sound system. |
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.
undertaking research and analysis related to simulator sound systems
following logical, complex fault finding techniques
using measuring instruments including audio sound analysers and acoustic calibrators
applying simulator sound systems repair methodologies
following configuration management processes
using tools including signal generators and sound generators
using appropriate information technology and software including at least one of:
general online diagnostic tools
proprietary sound analysis software
proprietary simulator management databases
proprietary simulator performance test systems
identifying, reviewing and analysing information that may impact on the simulator sound systems fault finding
conducting simulator sound systems functional testing
negotiating and communicating effectively with key stakeholders
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.
operational capabilities and limitations of the relevant simulator
operational capabilities and limitations of the relevant simulator sound systems
simulator operating modules comprising the simulator system being worked on
fault indicators related to the simulator sound systems being worked on
repair methodologies related to the simulator sound systems being worked on
legislative and regulatory requirements related to the simulator being worked on
organisational policy and procedures related to the relevant simulator sound systems
configuration management related to the simulator sound systems being worked on
product knowledge related to systems and/or equipment in service
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
Simulator Operations