Table 1. Components of a Competency-Based Learning Map. Page 2. Competency Titles and Definitions Proficiency Target Levels

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2 Electronics Mechanic Competency-Based Learning Map Overview The United States Marine Corps (USMC) Logistics Community of Interest (COI) developed this competency-based learning map to support 2601 Miscellaneous Electronic Installation and Maintenance series professional development of technical competencies and training. This learning map is organized by a group of competencies, which together define successful performance in the 2601 Miscellaneous Electronic Installation and Maintenance series. Competency-based learning maps are essential resources for career development and useful for identifying the knowledge and skillsets needed to meet and/or enhance their skills in this occupational series. Learning maps are comprised of several components, described in Table 1 below: Competency Titles and Definitions Proficiency Target Levels Behavioral Indicators (BIs) Training Table 1. Components of a Competency-Based Learning Map Describe the capabilities required within a position or job role Define different levels of required performance (Entry, Journeyman, Expert) within a competency area Examples of activities performed by an individual that illustrate how a competency is demonstrated at varying levels of proficiency: Entry, Journeyman, and Expert Mandatory: Training required to be completed based on Federal, State, or Marine Corps requirements/regulations Recommended: Core, Core-Plus, and Sustainment training identified to enhance performance in competency areas Core: Initial training that all personnel should have in related position from entry to senior levels Core-Plus: Advanced training that is necessary for career progression that all mid-senior personnel should have in addition to the core training. Core-Plus training is recommended for personnel from Wage Grade (WG)-10 and above Sustainment: Training intended to maintain credentials or a good training course to have, but not necessary for career advancement Page 2

3 Miscellaneous Electronic Installation and Maintenance Series Defined The 2601 standard is part of the Electronic Installation and Maintenance Family which covers occupations and jobs in which the duties of which are to supervise and/or perform work involved in installing, repairing, overhauling, fabricating, tuning, aligning, modifying, testing, calibrating, and inspecting electronic equipment and related devices. This equipment includes AM/FM radio broadcast receivers, high fidelity record players and tape recorders, and TV receivers; public address systems; radio communications receivers and transmitters; radar, loran, and sonar; radio teletype units; low frequency, broadband, and multichannel broadband carrier systems; mobile and fixed television systems and equipment; computers; air traffic control equipment and systems; electronic industrial controls; electronic measurement equipment; cryptographic coding and decoding devices; digital telephone switching centers; and other similar systems and equipment. Only in highly unusual circumstances when the criteria of none of the five series apply to the job should the job be placed in the "catch-all" 2601 series. Competency Areas Three competencies have been identified for the successful performance in the 2601 series: 1. Tools and 2. Test, Troubleshoot, and Repair 3. Test Proficiency and Skill Band Definitions The Proficiency Rating Scale (Table 2) below details the rating given for each level of proficiency and its corresponding definition. Proficiency levels describe the degree of competency required to perform a specific job successfully; these levels relate to the work required for a specific job. Different jobs require different levels of proficiency for successful performance. The proficiency levels provided in this learning map indicate the minimum proficiency target for successful performance. Table 2. Proficiency Rating Scale 1 Basic No Proficiency Conceptual Knowledge Only/No Experience 2 Applied Low Proficiency Able to Apply with Help 3 Intermediate Moderate Proficiency Able to Apply Autonomously 4 Advanced High Proficiency Proficient/Able to Help Others 5 Expert Very High Proficiency Expert Knowledge The USMC COIs have outlined a career progress structure that more accurately reflects the change in your abilities and responsibilities over time. That structure is called the Skill Level Structure (Table 3). It is associated with each occupational series and follows you from the time you are an entry-level employee until you attain the level of a management employee. Career progress in the USMC has traditionally been Page 3

4 based on the federal government pay schedule system. The ratings within the pay schedule system are associated with Job Skill Levels within the 2601 series indicated as follows: Table 3. Skill Level Structure Job Skill Level Definition Pay Plan Beginning Grade Target Grade 1 Entry WG Journeyman WG Expert WG N/A N/A Behavioral Indicators (BIs) It is important to define how competencies are manifested at different skill levels. Behavioral Indicators are on-the-job examples of behaviors and activities that illustrate how a competency is demonstrated at varying skill levels and provide an objective description of the behavior that can be observed in an individual as evidence that they either have or do not have the skills at the required level needed for the competency. These are examples of what the competency could look like at varying skill levels and are not inclusive of all behaviors demonstrating the competency for each skill level. This information is provided as a tool to help guide evaluations of employee proficiency; however, it should not be used as a checklist for employees' behaviors. Certifications and Training Certifications are a practical option for formalizing a specific competency or skillset. The Logistics COI has identified several certifications (Table 4) that are applicable to the 2601 series. While these certifications are not required, staff are encouraged to complete these programs to improve and formalize their skillsets. However, some certifications below may be required according to your command and billet. Work with your supervisor to ensure you meet command certification training requirements. Certification / Program Soldering Certification Electronic Certification Table 4. Certifications Vendor State/Local State/Local The Core and Core-Plus training courses found in Appendix A are recommended and may not be inclusive of all training available. These courses are aligned to competencies throughout the learning map. Training titles and vendors are subject to change as the courses evolve. Additionally, several external resources (Defense Acquisition University (DAU), MarineNet, Lynda.com, etc.) provide a variety of training opportunities available to all personnel for professional knowledge and skill enhancement. Page 4

5 Competency Model A competency model is a group of competencies that together define successful performance in a particular occupation. The Logistics COI has adapted this model from the Department of the Navy (DON) Office of Civilian Human Resources (OCHR) for the 2601 series. The competency model, to include definitions, corresponding BIs, minimum proficiency target levels, and training has been provided in the charts below. COMPETENCY 1. Tools and DEFINITION Uses tools and specialty equipment to repair assets (e.g., soldering irons, grinders, drills, impact wrenches, electric screwdrivers). MINIMUM PROFICIENCY TARGET LEVELS Job Skill Level 1: Entry 5/7 Job Skill Level 2: Journeyman 7/9 Job Skill Level 3: N/A 2 3 N/A BEHAVORIAL INDICATORS Prepares equipment for testing or repair. Uses a soldering iron to perform soldering operations on multiple subassemblies (e.g., printed circuit boards, cable assemblies, harness assemblies, connectors). Entry Maintains tools assigned and ensures they are in good working condition. Uses tools (e.g., drills, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, crimping tools, micro-soldering units, soldering irons) to install and repair electronics. Uses tools of the trade to rewire equipment, solder connections, or fabricate and assemble test equipment, cables, programmers, and adapters. Journeyman Tests, troubleshoots, and repairs equipment. Oversees and performs soldering iron operations on multiple subassemblies. Expert Oversees and tests, troubleshoots, and repairs equipment. Requisitions the tools, materials, and equipment needed to perform testing, maintenance and repair of electronic test equipment. Page 5

6 COMPETENCY 2. Test, Troubleshoot, and Repair DEFINITION Locates malfunctioning circuits, components, etc., using approved test equipment within the functional system, and determines method of repair. Performs tests and repairs to bring asset back to manufacturer s specifications. MINIMUM PROFICIENCY TARGET LEVELS Job Skill Level 1: Entry 5/7 Job Skill Level 2: Journeyman 7/9 Job Skill Level 3: N/A 2 3 N/A BEHAVORIAL INDICATORS Locates faults and recommends repairs necessary to return malfunctioning equipment to optimal operation. With guidance, determines the procedures for reconditioning electrical, electronic, and related systems. Disassembles, cleans, repairs, or replaces defective parts (e.g., resistors, diodes, transistors) to maintain equipment. Installs modifications on instruments and equipment in accordance with instructions and procedures. Entry Interprets technical information (e.g., blueprints, technical orders, manufacturer handbooks, repair manuals, schematics, block diagrams, mathematical expressions) to perform work on equipment. Lays out and sets up test bench to perform test and repair operations on equipment. Identifies repair parts for equipment as needed. Understands and carries out work instructions involving safety, tasks, decisions, policies, procedures, and directives. Mentors, inspects, and verifies repairs performed by entry-level mechanics. Determines the procedures for reconditioning electrical, electronic, and related systems. Analyzes repairs necessary to return malfunctioning equipment to optimal operation. Advises and trains mechanics on repair methods, processes, techniques, and work safety practices. Journeyman Interprets technical information (e.g., blueprints, technical orders, manufacturer handbooks, repair manuals, schematics, block diagrams, mathematical expressions) to perform work on equipment. Orders repair parts for equipment as needed. Diagnoses the nature and extent of electronic equipment system failures. Plans division of workload among employees based on capability of employees, availability of materials and equipment, and priority Expert of projects. Reviews work in progress to verify instructions are being followed, schedules are being maintained to meet deadlines. Page 6

7 COMPETENCY DEFINITION 3. Test Uses a variety of equipment from multimeters to spectrum analyzers for the repair and alignment for incoming assets. MINIMUM PROFICIENCY TARGET LEVELS Job Skill Level 1: Entry 5/7 Job Skill Level 2: Journeyman 7/9 Job Skill Level 3: N/A 2 3 N/A BEHAVORIAL INDICATORS Analyzes test applications for accuracy and stability. Operates test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, signal and frequency counters, digital voltmeters, multimeters, spectrum analyzers) to maintain and repair electronic equipment. Entry Selects testing equipment to troubleshoot electronic components. Uses computer systems and software to align, repair, and isolate defects. Uses test equipment to verify item parameters in electronic and electrical systems are within prescribed accuracy, quality, and reliability limits. Instructs mechanics on techniques for monitoring electronic test equipment during operations to maintain safe and efficient Journeyman parameters. Mentors entry level mechanics on set up and maintenance of test equipment. Performs factory service requests. Expert Assigns monthly preventative maintenance on shop equipment. Verifies calibration intervals on lab standards. Page 7

8 Appendix A. Training-to-Competency Mapping CORE TRAINING VENDOR Tools & Test, Troubleshoot, & Repair Test Basic Electronics Local Instrumentation for Electrical Tests and Measurement Technology Training, Inc J-STD-001 Soldering Command QA Division Job Hazard Analysis Command Safety Division Laser Safety Awareness Laservision Academy Radio Frequence (RF) Power Sensor Calibration Training TEGAM CORE-PLUS TRAINING VENDOR Tools & Test, Troubleshoot, & Repair Test Electronics for Non-Electronic Engineers Technology Training, Inc Advanced Electronics Local Advanced Soldering Command QA Division Huntron Analog Signature Analysis (ASA) Huntron Huntron Tracker Training Workshop Huntron ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Various Vendors Page 8

9 Appendix B. Acronyms Defined BI Behavioral Indicator COI Community of Interest DAU Defense Acquisition University DoD Department of Defense DON Department of Navy OCHR Office of Civilian Human Resources USMC United States Marine Corps WG Wage Grade WL Wage Leader WS Wage Supervisor Page 9