Mapping	Notes	Date
Supersedes and is equivalent to NWP356B - Monitor, operate and control ion exchange processes	Unit code updated. Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards. All PC transitioned from passive to active voice. Unit title changed to better reflect unit outcomes. Assessment Requirements created drawing upon specified assessment information from superseded unit.	06/Dec/2015
Is superseded by and equivalent to NWPTRT018 - Operate and control ion exchange and softening processes		03/Feb/2020

Release	Release date
1 1 (this release)	07/Dec/2015

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NWP - National Water Training Package	National Water Training Package	1.0-2.0

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NWP30315 - Certificate III in Water Industry Treatment	Certificate III in Water Industry Treatment	Superseded	1
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Scheme	Code	Classification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier	030717	Plant And Machine Operations

Scheme	Code	Classification value	Start date	End date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier	030717	Plant And Machine Operations	29/Apr/2016

Unit of competency

Modification History

Release

Comments

This unit was released in NWP Water Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages.

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to NWP356B Monitor, operate and control ion exchange processes.

Unit code updated
Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards
All PC transitioned from passive to active voice
Unit title changed to better reflect unit outcomes

Application

This unit describes the skills required to monitor, operate and control ion exchange plant, and to measure and report on system performance and process quality control. The ability to identify faults and determine and apply technical adjustments is essential to performance.

This unit applies to those working as operational staff with a specific responsibility for ion exchange processes in treatment plants.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision within a familiar context while performing routine tasks.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

Competency Field

Treatment

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.
1. Monitor ion exchange plant performance	1.1 Monitor test results and processes to maintain the parameters of operation. 1.2 Identify and report process faults and the operational condition of plant.
2. Operate and control ion exchange processes	2.1 Carry out routine plant inspections. 2.2 Conduct and analyse process tests and determine performance against plant operational requirements. 2.3 Make integrated process adjustments to optimise system performance. 2.4 Collect, interpret and record process data according to organisational and plant requirements. 2.5 Select, fit and use required safety equipment.
3. Compile process reports	3.1 Compile reports from plant and system data. 3.2 Report observations outside defined parameters for further action.

Foundation Skills

The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit.

Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.

Unit Mapping Information

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to NWP356B Monitor, operate and control ion exchange processes.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=26336bc0-04e5-49d9-8c31-46c49b6a0037

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release

Comments

These Assessment Requirements were released in NWP Water Training Package release 1.0 and meet the Standards for Training Packages.

Assessment Requirements created drawing upon specified assessment information from superseded unit

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

solving operational problems
producing reports and logs
using safety and personal protective equipment
operating computerised equipment
performing system calculations
monitoring test results and processes
identifying and reporting faults
conducting routine plant inspections
taking samples and performing basic tests
making basic process adjustments according to instructions
collecting data and completing required documentation

Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

system layout
system processes
lockout procedures for mechanical and electrical installations
communication systems
hazardous materials handling
interpretation of material safety data sheets
chemical principles of water treatment processes
risk factors and potential hazards
equipment operation, capacity and limitations
pipes and fittings
pumping and valving systems
mechanical and electrical control systems

Assessment Conditions

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=26336bc0-04e5-49d9-8c31-46c49b6a0037

Unit of competency details

NWPTRT035 - Operate and control ion exchange and softening processes (Release 1)

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