Skill set Outline
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Communication Operations Skill Set
Communication Operations Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
DEFSS00008
DEFSS00008
State Code
AD267
AD267
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
22/10/2015
Current Release Date
22/10/2015
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
08/03/2019
Nominal Hours
0
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 22/10/2015 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set provides a set of skills for Defence Communication Operators to ensure commanders can communicate effectively using satellite terminals, radios, hand held and desk-top data terminals and security equipment. Whatever the location, deployment or task, Communication Operators provide the appropriate communications systems for the Military whether it is on land, in the air or at sea.
Pathway Information
These units may provide credit towards a range of qualifications in the Defence Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set applies to those working as communications operators within Defence.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies meet the industry standards for communication operators.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVT45 | DEFCMM004 | Conduct operator level maintenance in a Defence environment | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVT48 | DEFCMM001 | Maintain security in a Defence communications and information systems environment | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVT41 | DEFCMM006 | Support the operation of a communications and information system facility | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVT46 | DEFCMM003 | Transmit and receive data via information exchange systems | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVT47 | DEFCMM002 | Transmit and receive messages utilising Defence messaging systems | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVT43 | DEFCMM005 | Transmit and receive messages via voice systems | 0 | Unit of competency |