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Diagnose and repair faults in wind turbine generator control systems

Diagnose and repair faults in wind turbine generator control systems

Unit of competency
National Code
UEPMNT448
State Code
OAH53
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/10/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/05/2019
Field of Education
031399 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
15/05/2019
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in large scale wind turbine generator control systems.Diagnosing and repairing faults is the process of optimising the outcomes of large scale wind turbine generator control systems through regular inspections and verification of operational efficiency. Competency in this unit requires the ability to gather data, interpret data to establish hypothesis about wind turbine generator electrical system fault, repair wind turbine generator electrical system fault and record wind turbine generator electrical system fault. Individuals will, in general, work under supervision in an electrical, electronic and/or mechanical equipment repair workshop or on site. Power generation maintenance personnel are typically trained and authorised to receive permits to work.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Note: Workplace practiceThe application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit of competency may require a licence or training permit to practice in the workplace, where work is carried out on gas and electrical installations. Additional and/or other conditions may apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licensing requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Gather data
  • 1.1 Data logging information and error codes are accessed, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Sensory data on fault is gathered, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Documentation is accessed, in accordance with workplace procedures, to support fault finding process
  • 1.4 Built in fault indicators and error codes are, where appropriate, examined and interpreted
  • 1.5 Reference to circuit diagrams, manufacturers' specifications, schematics or consultation with technical advisor is used to determine control system circuit function and characteristics
2 Interpret data to establish hypothesis aboutwindturbinegenerator control system fault
  • 2.1 Knowledge of wind turbine generator control systems and performance parameters is applied to interpretation of fault data
  • 2.2 Wind turbine generator control systems faults are verified, or localised, using appropriate techniques, tools and test equipment, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Priorities are set for testing or replacement of specific components, wiring and connections in the wind turbine generator control system
3 Repair windturbinegenerator control system fault
  • 3.1 Risk analysis is undertaken and is communicated to work team and appropriate personnel, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Safety precautions including circuit isolations, physical barriers and other protective devices or systems are, where appropriate, used in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Tests are conducted to ensure wind turbine generator control system fault has been isolated
  • 3.4 Faulty components are removed from service and are examined to identify cause of the problem
  • 3.5 Loose connections or wiring are repaired, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Faulty parts of wind turbine generator control system are removed and replaced with tested and operational parts
  • 3.7 Wind turbine generator control systems are tested, in accordance with workplace procedures, to ensure correct operation
  • 3.8 Repairs to complex faults are escalated, in accordance with workplace procedures to a technical adviser
4 Record windturbinegenerator control system fault
  • 4.1 Wind turbine generator control system's faulty components and parts are tagged, identified and stored, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Faults are recorded, in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG178 UEPMNT448A Diagnose and repair faults in wind turbine generator control systems Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODZ33 UEPMNT005 Diagnose and repair faults in wind turbine control systems Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEB5 UEP40618 Certificate IV in Large Scale Wind Generation - Electrical Qualification