Observe targets and direct single asset firepower on a single target

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver DEFCA205B, 'Observe targets and direct single asset firepower on a single target'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Occupy and prepare a location

1.1 An appropriate vantage point is occupied and concealment is maintained throughout the operation.

1.2 Occupied position is established.

1.3 Reference points are established and information is documented.

1.4 Possible threats are observed and monitored so an appropriate plan of action can be prepared by relevant authority.

2. Plan the engagement of firepower

2.1 A target location is established via a grid reference.

2.2 Altitude of the target is determined from the map.

2.3 A direction from the observer to the target is determined by compass or laser.

2.4 Target is described.

2.5 Type and number of weapons is determined.

2.6 Communications with stakeholders is maintained throughout the operation and personnel safety is monitored.

3. Direct fire on a target

3.1 Planning information is transmitted to the command post.

3.2 Direction to fire is transmitted to the command post.

3.3 Target analysis after impact is conducted and referred to supervisor where appropriate.

3.4 Adjustment and advice to terminate is provided as required.

3.5 Records are maintained in accordance with standard procedures.

4. Withdraw from an occupied location

4.1 Occupied position is reconditioned and all evidence of occupation is removed.

4.2 A secure withdrawal from the occupied position is conducted.


Qualifications and Skillsets

DEFCA205B appears in the following qualifications:

  • PUA31606 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Artillery Operations)
  • PUA32006 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Military Engineering)
  • DEF33112 - Certificate III in Military Land Engineering
  • DEF33212 - Certificate III in Military Land Operations
  • DEF32012 - Certificate III in Military Engineering
  • DEF31612 - Certificate III in Artillery Operations
  • DEF42612 - Certificate IV in Military Land Operations