Further Training
Advanced Acoustic Warfare Analysis (AWA 2)
Duration: 6 Weeks
This is the Supervisors Course For Promotion To Leading Seaman and consists of instruction in:
- Oceanography and weather;
- Brief presentation and preparation;
- Aural and narrowband analysis;
- Supervision of sonar watch;
- 2 week practical component in the combat system trainer for practical instruction on watch supervision; and
- Operations and a practical assessment.
The AWA 3 advanced training is conducted at HMAS Stirling and is designed to give the POAWASM the skills to play a major lead in the Control Room Command Team. This training is to be completed before promotion to Petty Officer.
As a qualified POAWASM you may also be selected to undertake advanced Acoustic Analysis course that are conducted in the UK or Canada.
