DEFMIL028 — Navigate in remote and unmodified landscapes

1 Use a map

• 1.1Select the type of map(s) suitable for the activity.
• 1.2Identify possible sources of error and inaccuracies on the map.
• 1.3Identify symbols and information contained on the map that may be used in navigation.
• 1.4Identify the way in which relevant symbols and information on the map can be used in navigation.

2 Use a compass

• 2.1Identify the essential features of a compass.
• 2.2Use a compass to maintain a designated course.
• 2.3Use a compass to reflect understanding of factors which affect accuracy.

3 Plan a route in unmodified landscapes

• 3.1Apply symbols and information contained on the map to plan an efficient route/course suitable to navigation and equipment.
• 3.2Obtain additional information to assist in the preparation of a navigation data sheet from the map and from other suitable sources of information.
• 3.3Identify hazards and obstacles to the route.
• 3.4Prepare a navigation data sheet/route card.
• 3.5Identify emergency or contingency routes.

4 Navigate in unmodified landscapes

• 4.1Maintain orientation of map to surroundings.
• 4.2Identify possible sources of navigation error in specific locations.
• 4.3Demonstrate combined use of map, compass and other techniques whilst following a route in unmodified landscapes.
• 4.4Demonstrate techniques for distance estimations of travel in the absence of identifying features.
• 4.5Maintain the designated course whilst bypassing hazards and obstacles.
• 4.6Demonstrate maintenance of a course in unmodified landscapes.
• 4.7Fix position accurately and regularly using a combination of appropriate navigation techniques.
• 4.8Choose route for the surroundings and conditions.
• 4.9Fix position and identify unknown features using navigation techniques when lost.

What does an assessment tool for DEFMIL028 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for DEFMIL028 needs to address all 44 unit components: 4 elements with 21 performance criteria, 10 performance evidence requirements, 13 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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