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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Demonstrate a technical understanding of Radar Engineering Processing Theory 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
260065  Demonstrate a technical understanding of Radar Engineering Processing Theory 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Aerospace Operations 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences Physical Sciences 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 6  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6  10 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
The qualifying learner will be capable of demonstrating an understanding of the various aspects of Radar Engineering according to different theories.

Qualifying learners will be capable of:
  • Understanding Radar Automatic Detection, Tracking and Sensor Integration theory.
  • Understanding Radar Pulse Compression theory.
  • Understanding Radar Sea Clutter theory.
  • Understanding Coded Waveform and Frequency Modulation Radar theory.
  • Understanding MTI Radar theory.
  • Understanding Pulse Doppler Radar theory. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that a learner will be competent in:
  • Language and Communication at NQF Level 4 or equivalent.
  • Mathematics at NQF Level 4 or equivalent.
  • Physical Science at NQF Level 4 or equivalent.
  • Radar Frequency theory at NQF Level 5 or equivalent. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Understand Radar Automatic Detection, Tracking and Sensor Integration theory. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Radar Automatic Detection, Tracking and Sensor Integration theory is described and explained in terms of automatic detection and tracking. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Radar Automatic Detection, Tracking and Sensor Integration theory is discussed in terms of Multisensor Integration. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Understand Radar Pulse Compression theory. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Radar Pulse Compression is described and explained in terms of Linear and Non Linear Frequency Modulation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Radar Pulse Compression is demonstrated using Pulse Compression Devices. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Radar Pulse Compression is explained in terms of Phase-Coded Waveforms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Radar Pulse Compression is discussed in terms of Time-Frequency-Coded Waveforms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Radar Pulse Compression is explored in terms of Weighting and Equalization. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Understand Radar Sea Clutter theory. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Radar Sea Clutter is discussed in terms of the Sea Surface. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Radar Sea Clutter is described and explained in terms of Empirical Behaviour. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Radar Sea Clutter is explored in terms of Global Boundary-Value problems, Composite-Surface Hypothesis and scattering by surface features. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Understand Coded Waveform (CW) and Frequency Modulation (FM) Radar theory. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    CW and FM Radar theory is explained in terms of the Doppler Effect. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    CW and FM Radar theory is discussed in terms of unmodulated Coded Waveform Radar. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    CW and FM Radar theory is described and explained in terms of Noise Measurement Technique. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Receivers and Frequency Modulation Radar are described and explored according to CW and FM Radar theory. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Sinusoidal Modulation, Triangular and Sawtooth Modulation, Noise Modulation, Coded Modulation and Dual Modulation discussed in relation to CW and FM Radar theory. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    CW and FM Radar theory is explained in terms of Leakage, Altimeters and Doppler Navigators. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Understand Moving Target Indication (MTI) Radar theory. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    MTI Radar theory is described and explained in detail in terms of Clutter Filter Response to Moving Targets. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    MTI Radar theory is discussed in terms of Clutter Characteristics. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Improvement Factor, Signal-to-Clutter Ratio Improvement, Sub clutter Visibility, Inter clutter Visibility, Filter Mismatch loss and Clutter Visibility Factor are distinguished according to MTI Radar theory. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    MTI Radar theory is examined in terms of MTI Clutter Filters Design. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    MTI Radar theory is explained in terms of Staggered Pulse Repetition Frequency (PRF). 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    MTI Radar theory is discussed in terms of Adaptive MTI Implementation. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Understand Pulse Doppler radar theory. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Pulse Doppler radar theory is explained in terms of Pulse Doppler Clutter. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Pulse Doppler radar theory is discussed in terms of Time Gating. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Pulse Doppler radar theory is described and explained in terms of Range-Ambiguity Resolution. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Pulse Doppler radar theory is explained in terms of Target Tracking. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Dynamic-Range and Stability Requirements are discussed in relation to the Pulse Doppler Radar theory. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Pulse Doppler radar theory is explored in terms of Range Performance. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this Unit Standard must be accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • External Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA at its discretion.
  • The accredited Training Provider will oversee internal moderation of assessment.
  • Internal and external moderation should encompass achievement of competence described in the specific outcomes of the unit standard as well as the integrated competence described in the purpose of the unit standard. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Radar Automatic Detection, Tracking and Sensor Integration theory.
  • Radar Pulse Compression theory.
  • Radar Sea Clutter theory.
  • CW and FM Radar theory.
  • MTI Radar theory.
  • Pulse Doppler Radar theory. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems that occur between the various interrelated equipment/components of radar processing systems to ensure optimum performance. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with other members of the team responsible for the compliance and performance of the equipment used in aviation radar processing. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Employ self management by ensuring sufficient time is allocated for carrying out the initiation or restoration of radar processing systems. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Manage information contained in data specifications for test equipment and diagnostic systems, information supplied in handbooks, maintenance schedules and performance logs to ensure accurate evaluation of radar processing systems support and maintenance requirements. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively ensuring that information communicated via technical reports is accurately recorded in a neat and logical format that can be readily accessed and understood by end-users and that ongoing oral communication is maintained with team members and the client. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Demonstrate scientific and technological competence by applying knowledge and understanding of scientific processes to the correct use of sophisticated, high technology test equipment and diagnostic systems. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that the role of the technician is a vital part of the integrated surveillance display systems which is used by Air Traffic Control, Airline Pilots and the flying community at large and as such should therefore not be regarded as a role which is performed in isolation of this network. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Supplementary Information:

    Assessor Note: This unit standard covers primarily a theoretical learning but it is suggested that practical application be utilised where ever possible. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Fundamental  64349   National Diploma: Aeronautical Surveillance Systems: Engineering Support  Level 6  NQF Level 06  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2016-12-31  TETA 


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