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Supervise the destruction of hostile air targets using line of sight ground based AD weapon systems

Supervise the destruction of hostile air targets using line of sight ground based AD weapon systems

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFMIL071
State Code
AVQ55
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/10/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Original Release Date
22/10/2015
Nominal Hours
0
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Description
This unit describes the skills required to supervise and control all aspects of the operation of a direct fire ground based missile system designed to destroy hostile aircraft. It is specifically written for visual range ground based air defence weapon systems. The control of the ground based missile system requires target interrogation, analysis, engagement and decision making based on tactical information, situational awareness and observed target activity.This unit applies to combat arms personnel involved in the operation of a direct fire ground based missile system in a deployed operational environment.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 under the commander’s direction, however they must be able to act independently. They use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform specific tasks in a broad range of unpredictable contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare and deploy
  • 1.1 Determine and organise resources required for the performance of the task in accordance with orders.
  • 1.2 Report identified problems/shortfalls to immediate supervisor.
  • 1.3 Move to a directed location and maintain concealment, in accordance with orders.
  • 1.4 Deploy ground based air defence system in accordance with orders.
  • 1.5 Establish and integrate system and check for functionality.
2. Control the engagement of targets
  • 2.1 Analyse advice on the operational situation to inform the engagement process.
  • 2.2 Direct and control ground based air defence system operations in accordance with orders.
  • 2.3 Transmit operational data to the command post.
  • 2.4 Rectify minor incidents.
  • 2.5 Report major incidents beyond own level of authority or competence to manager/s and take action as directed.
3. Conduct maintenance
  • 3.1 Supervise operator maintenance activities.
  • 3.2 Perform maintenance activities.
4. Redeploy
  • 4.1 Prepare for redeployment.
  • 4.2 Move from one directed location to another in accordance with orders.
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