Unit of competency Outline

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Manage aircraft sensor systems

Manage aircraft sensor systems

Unit of competency
National Code
AVIW4028
State Code
AWO99
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/08/2016
Field of Education
031505 - Aircraft Operation
Original Release Date
16/08/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage aircraft sensor systems, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standardsIt includes initialising aircraft sensor systems and optimising aircraft sensor performance.This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to equipment and system operations of flight crews, and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.Operations are conducted as part of recreational, commercial and military aircraft activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.Work is performed independently or under limited supervision within a single-pilot or multi-crew environment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.Use for Defence Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders, Instructions, Publications and Regulations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Initialise aircraft sensor systems
  • 1.1 Equipment is enabled in accordance with manufacturer instructions, and organisational policy and procedures
  • 1.2 Equipment functional checks are performed in accordance with manufacturer instructions, and organisational policy and procedures
  • 1.3 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and hazard management is implemented
  • 1.4 System parameters are initialised for anticipated meteorological and/or oceanographic conditions
2 Optimise aircraft sensor performance
  • 2.1 Sensor output is monitored and operational information is used to support operational task requirements
  • 2.2 Real time environmental conditions are monitored
  • 2.3 System parameters are modified to maintain optimal sensor performance
  • 2.4 Abnormal or emergency aircraft sensor system situations are handled in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements
  • 2.5 System faults are identified, diagnosed and appropriate responses are undertaken
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB833 AVIW4028A Manage aircraft sensor systems Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BIP51 AVIW0030 Manage aircraft sensor systems Unit of competency