Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
1 ) 1 .1 ) Descriptor |
This unit covers development, installation and testing of programs for supervisory control and data acquisition. It encompasses working safely, process analysis, developing process condition database, developing Human-Machine Interface (HMI), using dedicated SCADA software package and documenting programming activities. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
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This unit is intended to augment formally recognised competencies. It is suitable for employment-based programs under an approved contract of training. |
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Note: 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
1 .2 ) License to practice |
The skills and knowledge described in this unit do not require a license to practice in the workplace. However, practice in this unit is subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. |
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite Unit (s ) |
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2 .1 ) Competencies |
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Granting competency in this unit shall be made only after competency in the following unit(s) has/have been confirmed. UEENEED009B Develop, enter and verify programs for industrial control systems using high level instructions For the full prerequisite chain details for this unit please refer to Table 2 in Volume 1, Part 2 |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
3 ) The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
6 ) Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Prepare to develop programs for supervisory control and data acquisition systems. |
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OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood through established routines and procedures. |
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Established OHS risk control measures and procedures are followed in preparation for the work. |
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The extent of the SCADA system is determined from design brief and process specifications. |
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Process data are analysed for development of graphical design/mimic diagrams. |
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PLC analogue and digitised addresses are related to tag database. |
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Tag data types are configured in the database. |
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Graphic objects are created and added to a graphic library. (See Note 1) |
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Equipment, software and testing devices needed to carry out the work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety. |
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Develop and enter programs using dedicated supervisory control and data acquisition software. |
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Established OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed. |
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SCADA software is used to develop human-machine interface (HMI) of processes. |
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Control functions, data acquisition components and automated tasks are programmed using SCADA software. |
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Complex data is manipulated within the SCADA software. |
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Alarms and limits for process variables are identified and programmed accordingly. |
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Trends for process variables and limits are programmed accordingly. |
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Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes. |
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Monitor, verify and document programming activities. |
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Device operation is tested in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures. |
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Entered objects and settings are tested as meeting those specified in the design brief. |
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SCADA software tools are used to test and monitor programs and operating faults, anomalies are identified and rectified. |
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OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are followed. |
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SCADA system specification and program are documented in accordance with established procedures. |
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Work completion is reported and appropriate personnel notified in accordance with established procedures. |
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Note. 1. Graphic libraries are typically part of vender software for SCADA systems. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
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7 ) This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices and developing, entering and verifying programs in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems. All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies. The extent of the essential knowledge and associated skills (EKAS) required is given in Volume 2 - Part 2.2 EKAS. It forms an integral part of this unit. |
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2.3.14 |
Supervisory control and data acquisition systems programming |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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9 ) This provides essential advice for assessment of the unit and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria and the range statement of the unit and the Training Package Assessment Guidelines. The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this unit. It must be used in conjunction with all parts of this unit and performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package. |
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Overview of Assessment |
9 .1 ) Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment, such as Profiling, require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time. This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention. It is the industry-preferred model for apprenticeships. However, where summative (or final) assessment is used it is to include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or, at a minimum, the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment. It is recognised that, in some circumstances, assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace. However, it must be in accordance with industry and regulatory policy. Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors. These include the extent of the assessment, the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place, access to physical resources, additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed. The critical safety nature of working with electricity, electrical equipment, gas or any other hazardous substance/material carries risk in deeming a person competent. Sources of evidence need to be 'rich' in nature to minimise error in judgment. Activities associated with normal everyday work have a bearing on the decision as to how much and how detailed the data gathered will contribute to its 'richness'. Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practised. These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments. Sample assessment instruments are included for Assessors in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
9 .2 ) Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites shall be met. |
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Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically. Each element and associated performance criteria shall be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the 'Assessment Guidelines - UEE07'. Evidence shall also comprise:
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Collecting and analysing data accurately. |
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Converting data to an appropriate database. |
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Creating appropriate graphic object and adding them to a graphic object library. |
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Developing effective HMI. |
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Programming SCADA functions and data acquisition components correctly. |
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Manipulating complex data effectively. |
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Correcting programming faults and anomalies. |
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Documenting SCADA system and programming clearly. |
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Dealing with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in a holistic assessment with the above listed items. |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
9 .3 ) This unit should be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures, information and resources typical of a workplace. This should include:
These should be used in the formal learning/assessment environment. Note: Where simulation is considered a suitable strategy for assessment, conditions for assessment must be authentic and as far as possible reproduce and replicate the workplace and be consistent with the approved industry simulation policy. |
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The resources used for assessment should reflect current industry practices in relation to develop, enter and verify programs in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems. |
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Method of assessment |
9 .4 ) This unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume 1, Part 3 'Assessment Guidelines'. Note: |
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Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units |
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There are no concurrent assessment recommendations for this unit. |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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8 ) This relates to the unit as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the performance criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance. |
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This unit shall be demonstrated in relation to developing entering and verifying programs in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems. The program shall include the following programming activities: |
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Generic terms used throughout this Vocational Standard shall be regarded as part of the Range Statement in which competency is demonstrated. The definition of these and other terms that apply are given in Volume 2, Part 2.1. |
Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable
Competency Field
2 .2 ) Literacy and numeracy skills Participants are best equipped to achieve competency in this unit if they have reading, writing and numeracy skills indicated by the following scales. Description of each scale is given in Volume 2, Part 3 'Literacy and Numeracy' |
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Reading |
5 |
Writing |
5 |
Numeracy |
5 |
Custom Content Section
Competency Field |
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Computer Systems |