Unit of competency Outline

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Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines

Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEEL0019
State Code
OCB62
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/07/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
27
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to determine correct operation of direct current (d.c.) machines and provide solutions as they apply to electrical installations and equipment.It includes working safely, the use of testing and measuring devices, and providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations to predictable problems in d.c. machines.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V d.c.Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, a relevant contract of training, such as an Australian Apprenticeship, may be required.Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to work with d.c. machines
  • 1.1 Device/s and/or circuit/s problems are identified from documentation or work supervisor to determine scope of work
  • 1.2 WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified and applied
  • 1.3 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.4 Tools, equipment and testing devices to carry out work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety
  • 1.5 Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure work is coordinated effectively with others
2 Solve d.c. machine problems
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed
  • 2.2 Need to test or measure live work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS job safety assessment requirements and work is conducted using safety control measures workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Relevant circuits, machines and/or plant are checked as being isolated, as required, in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Operating parameters of a machine are determined from nameplate details
  • 2.5 Electrical measurements are completed and readings compared with nameplate ratings
  • 2.6 Methodical techniques are used to identify and resolve problems from measured and calculated values as they apply to machines
  • 2.7 Machine is connected and tested to determine correct operation
  • 2.8 Unplanned situations are responded to in accordance with workplace procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment
  • 2.9 Problems are resolved without damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy practices
3 Complete work and documentation
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 3.2 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Justification for solutions used to resolve problems is documented in accordance with established workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Work completion is documented and appropriate person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures
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