AVIM0009Facilitate training in a synthetic environment

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What an assessment for AVIM0009 must cover

176 assessable components: 6 elements (38 performance criteria), 35 performance evidence and 103 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Plan a synthetic learning activity

  • 1.1Learning strategy and/or learning program is accessed, read and interpreted to determine learning outcomes or objectives to be met and relevant delivery requirements
  • 1.2Potential risks, including those associated with human factor aspects of synthetic training devices, are identified
  • 1.3Limitations of synthetic training device are identified
  • 1.4Delivery plan is developed to plan, manage and sequence synthetic training activities and events to ensure logical progression of learning content, trainee safety and continuity of trainee progress
  • 1.5Technical and human factor requirements for synthetic environment, including safety and emergency procedures, are confirmed

2 Prepare trainee for synthetic training activities

  • 2.1Availability of suitable resources is confirmed
  • 2.2Mental and physical preparedness of trainee to undertake training in synthetic environment is confirmed
  • 2.3Introduction to synthetic environment is provided, including training objectives and relevant workplace procedures
  • 2.4Instructional relationships are established between trainer/facilitator and trainees using appropriate communication tools and skills
  • 2.5Trainee is briefed on how synthetic training activity will be conducted to meet training objectives
  • 2.6Risk management issues applicable to synthetic training activity are discussed with trainee and trainee responsibility for managing relevant risks is confirmed
  • 2.7Trainee ability to comprehend and/or recall training objectives, knowledge, handling techniques and planned synthetic training activity/scenario is confirmed

3 Guide and facilitate learning in a synthetic environment

  • 3.1Liaison with relevant personnel is conducted to determine simulation activity requirements
  • 3.2Learning is facilitated in accordance with delivery plan using relevant synthetic devices and facilitation skills
  • 3.3Good practice in facilitating learning in a synthetic environment is applied to ensure an effective and safe transfer of learning to the real world
  • 3.4Technical issues are addressed as required using relevant technical support mechanisms and/or personnel
  • 3.5Opportunities for authentic learning, practice and formative assessment are built into the learning experience
  • 3.6Pre-loaded automatic demonstrations are employed as required
  • 3.7Abnormal/unusual conditions are monitored and addressed
  • 3.8Variations to activity conditions are implemented as required
  • 3.9Handover/takeover procedures for control of synthetic device are implemented in accordance with workplace procedures

4 Monitor learning in a synthetic environment

  • 4.1Trainee progress is monitored and documented in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2Trainee cognitive load is assessed, monitored and managed
  • 4.3Support and guidance are provided within synthetic environment as appropriate
  • 4.4Trainee is encouraged to develop self-assessment skills
  • 4.5Trainee interaction with others and participation in synthetic training activities is continuously monitored, and interventions are made as required
  • 4.6Opportunities are provided for trainees to reflect on their learning progress

5 Conduct post-training activities

  • 5.1Significant details of trainee performance are clearly and accurately debriefed
  • 5.2Playback devices are employed during debriefing to illustrate key learning points as required
  • 5.3Trainee is briefed on details of next training event as required
  • 5.4Trainee records are maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 5.5Relevant stakeholders are kept informed about trainee progress
  • 5.6Synthetic device faults are recorded and/or rectified in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 5.7Support and guidance are provided post-synthetic environment activities as required

6 Review synthetic environment facilitation processes

  • 6.1Synthetic training session outcomes are evaluated against desired session outcomes
  • 6.2Review is undertaken post-completion of learning program, course or qualification
  • 6.3Time is taken to reflect on own performance as a trainer or facilitator, and ways to improve performance are explored
  • 6.4Recommendations for improvements in facilitating training and appropriateness of synthetic systems, tools and resources are identified and documented, and discussed with relevant personnel for future action

Performance evidence

  • adapting to differences in equipment and operating environment in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • applying intervention techniques
  • assessing learning and performance
  • effectively using a variety of activities or providing directions for different trainee needs
  • conducting briefings and debriefings
  • confirming technical and human factor requirements for a synthetic environment
  • following safety and emergency procedures, including established procedures and industry safe practice
  • coordinating activities involving a range of complex tasks
  • coordinating information communications technology related activities
  • debriefing significant details of trainee performance
  • determination of learning management tools, such as feedback systems and support mechanisms
  • individual/group learning objectives or outcomes for learning program or segment of learning program to be addressed
  • learning/activities/events to be addressed in e-learning sessions
  • number of trainees and their specific support requirements
  • resources and/or tools to be used
  • timing, sequence and number of pre-planned sessions
  • types of pre-planned sessions – synchronous (in real time using conferencing, chats and forums) or asynchronous (not in real time using email, offline forums and bulletin boards)
  • topics to be addressed in learning sessions
  • evaluating instructional effectiveness
  • identifying potential risks, including those associated with human factor aspects of synthetic training devices
  • effects on what is learned and relationship with the real world
  • negative learning
  • implementing handover/takeover procedures for control of synthetic device in accordance with workplace procedures
  • implementing work health and safety (WHS) procedures and relevant regulations
  • interpreting trainee needs and directing them to new learning opportunities
  • maintaining trainee records in accordance with workplace procedures
  • managing an environment that fosters learning and performance
  • monitoring and addressing abnormal/unusual conditions
  • monitoring and documenting trainee progress in accordance with workplace procedures
  • reading, comprehending and interpreting written technical English
  • reading, interpreting and following relevant regulations, instructions, procedures, information and signs
  • reporting and/or rectifying problems, faults or malfunctions promptly in accordance with workplace procedures
  • selecting and employing appropriate simulation equipment
  • selecting and using required personal protective (PPE) equipment conforming to industry and WHS standards
  • working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Knowledge evidence

  • emergency communication
  • equipment malfunction/failure
  • hardware malfunction/failure
  • loading stops
  • motion stops
  • participant simulation sickness
  • personnel equipment malfunction/failure
  • poor/unusual participant performance
  • smoke or overheat warnings
  • software malfunction/failure
  • advantages of synthetic training environments in facilitating learning
  • fidelity
  • instrumentation
  • movement
  • resolution
  • assisting trainees in locating, using and evaluating online information
  • facilitating group work
  • guiding learning activities through setting up questions, issues, scenarios to be addressed
  • knowing when to intervene/when to let trainees direct themselves
  • maintaining momentum and motivation of trainees through ongoing individual contact and feedback
  • moderating disruptive, abusive or dominant trainees
  • observing trainee interaction and intervening as required to maintain focus/momentum/engagement
  • application of simulation and synthetic activities including live, virtual and constructive (LVC) simulations
  • common trainee errors and suggested suitable remedial instruction
  • emergency communication
  • equipment malfunction/failure
  • fidelity and resolution constraints/limitations smoke or overheat warnings
  • loading stops
  • motion stops
  • negative learning
  • simulator access/egress
  • simulation/motion sickness
  • threat and error management (TEM)
  • individual versus group debrief
  • review simulation event
  • recall what happened
  • clarify facts
  • correct misconceptions
  • reinforce specific learning outcomes
  • guided reflection of event
  • coaching methodology
  • transfer learning responsibility to participants
  • decision-making analysis
  • cost versus benefit/trade-offs
  • skill and knowledge technique enhancement
  • less guidance
  • using media/checklists/video
  • oral and written evaluation
  • part of group talks/part listens
  • varied perspective (observers)
  • developing and evaluating new concepts
  • developing self-evaluative learning in participants
  • feedback to manufacturer, contracted suppliers and contracted maintainers
  • feedback to relevant organisational authorities
  • feedback to relevant personnel on conclusion of simulator activity
  • documentation production and safe storage
  • effective use of a course of training, curricula/syllabus and lesson plans
  • nausea subscale: increased salivation, sweating, nausea, stomach awareness, burping
  • oculomotor subscale: fatigue, headache, eyestrain, difficulty focusing
  • disorientation subscale: vertigo, dizzy (eyes open), dizzy (eyes closed), blurred vision
  • established procedures applicable to simulation operations
  • changes made in response to a strategic requirement
  • changes made in response to a training need
  • functions of single-user, multi-user and distributed user operating systems
  • fundamentals of instructing, questioning, engaging and motivating trainees
  • handover/takeover procedures for controlling synthetic device/s
  • how to distinguish between a technical problem and a content problem, and how to respond accordingly
  • human factors implication and risks in a synthetic training environment
  • information communications technology in a simulation and synthetic environment
  • intervention strategies, principles and implications for a synthetic environment
  • relevant learning management systems
  • relevant WHS and environmental procedures and regulations applicable to simulation operations and personnel safety
  • relevant sections of national and state/territory regulatory requirements and codes of practice
  • sequencing and developing synthetic training activities and their relationship with real world training activities
  • structure and content of relevant training resources
  • techniques for introducing tasks in manageable segments to avoid overloading a trainee
  • training and assessment competency standards
  • anxiety
  • apathy
  • fatigue
  • impatience
  • inadequate demonstration
  • inadequate fault analysis
  • inadequate opportunity to practice
  • information overload
  • lack of preparation
  • outside pressures
  • physical discomfort
  • task complexity
  • unreasonable expectations
  • when to intervene and when to let trainees direct themselves
  • address safety
  • engage trainee
  • highlight a key learning point
  • initiate remedial actions
  • maintain momentum
  • effectiveness of learning protocols, their application and proposed changes
  • feedback from trainees, colleagues, learning designers via survey or discussion
  • identification of issues in managing/monitoring e-learners and the need for changes to contact/monitoring processes
  • identification of issues in using a delivery plan and the need for changes/modifications to the plan
  • technology effectiveness
  • asking critical questions about performance, problems, methods used and success of trainees
  • seeking, listening to and acting on feedback from trainees and others

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Questions about assessing AVIM0009

What does an assessment tool for AVIM0009 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for AVIM0009 needs to address all 176 unit components: 6 elements with 38 performance criteria, 35 performance evidence requirements, 103 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for AVIM0009?

Auditori pulls the current release of AVIM0009 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

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Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of AVIM0009, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.

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