Unit of competency details
MSS402061 - Use SCADA systems in operations (Release 1)
Summary
Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Releases:
| 1 1 (this release) |
22/Jun/2016 |
Companion volumes:
Unit of competency
Assessment requirements
Training packages that include this unit
Qualifications that include this unit
Skill sets that include this unit
Classifications
Classification history
| ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 030101 | Manufacturing Engineering | 14/Oct/2016 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSS402061A Use SCADA systems in operations
Application
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required by an individual to interact with a System Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system as part of their job.
This unit applies to an individual in an organisation using a SCADA system and the individual must interface with that system. The individual will need to access this system as part of their routine and take actions based on the information they obtain from the SCADA system in accordance with procedures.
This unit requires the application of skills associated with using communication tools and technology for management of own work, planning and problem solving.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Competency Field
Competitive systems and practices
Unit Sector
Not applicable
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Elements describe the essential outcomes.
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Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
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1
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Use operator interface
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1.1
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Identify SCADA terminals relevant to own workstation and functions.
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1.2
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Use keyboards, track ball, monitor and/or stand-alone controllers to access/interrogate system.
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1.3
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Use correct level of access and find all relevant screens and information.
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1.4
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Access message section and acknowledge messages.
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1.5
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Input and output information correctly according to program and organisation requirements.
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2
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Use information
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2.1
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Obtain data and information from SCADA, as required, including process, supply and product chain data.
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2.2
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Interpret data and information as required by own job.
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2.3
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Find and use relevant historical data and information.
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2.4
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Use manufacturer manuals or specifications, as required, to expand knowledge of SCADA system relevant to own work.
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2.5
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Determine and prioritise required actions.
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3
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Make required changes in accordance with procedures
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3.1
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Adjust production/process in response to SCADA information.
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3.2
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Record adjustments and variations to specifications/schedules and report to appropriate personnel.
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3.3
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Seek feedback and information on adjustments to further improve procedures, where required.
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Foundation Skills
This section describes those required skills (language, literacy and numeracy) that are essential to performance.
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range of Conditions
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This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.
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Competitive systems and practices include one or more of:
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- lean operations
- agile operations
- preventative and predictive maintenance approaches
- statistical process control systems, including six sigma and three sigma
- Just in Time (JIT), kanban and other pull-related operations control systems
- supply, value, and demand chain monitoring and analysis
- 5S
- continuous improvement (kaizen)
- breakthrough improvement (kaizen blitz)
- cause/effect diagrams
- overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
- takt time
- process mapping
- problem solving
- run charts
- standard procedures
- current reality tree.
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Procedures (written, verbal, visual, computer based, etc.) include one or more of:
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- work instructions
- standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- safe work method statements
- formulas/recipes
- batch sheets
- temporary instructions
- any similar instructions provided for the smooth running of the plant.
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Unit Mapping Information
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSS402061A Use SCADA systems in operations
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5b04f318-804f-4dc0-9463-c3fb9a3fe998
Assessment requirements
Modification History
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSS402061A Use SCADA systems in operations
Performance Evidence
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include the ability, for three (3) or more adjustments to production/process utilising SCADA information, to:
- identify scope and relevance of SCADA system to own work
- access correct levels of SCADA system
- enter and retrieve data, including normal performance and variations
- use SCADA system to assist in own work.
Knowledge Evidence
Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge relevant to their job role sufficient to fulfil their job role under routine only supervision, including:
- hierarchy of SCADA system and operation
- available information from, and controls exercised by, SCADA system.
Assessment Conditions
- The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence shall be based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.
- The collection of performance evidence:
- should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operation of the workplace
- will typically include a supervisor/third-party report focussing on consistent performance and problem recognition and solving. A supervisor/third-party report must be prepared by someone who has a direct, relevant, current relationship with the person being assessed and who is in a position to form a judgement on workplace performance relevant to the unit of competency
- must include use of SCADA systems in own workplace
- will typically include the use of appropriate tools, equipment and safety gear requiring demonstration of preparation, operation, completion and responding to problems.
- Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations.
- Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).
- Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
- Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.
- Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
- Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.
- The assessor must demonstrate both technical competency and currency.
- Technical competence can be demonstrated through:
- relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment AND/OR
- relevant workplace experience
- Currency can be demonstrated through:
- performing the competency being assessed as part of current employment OR
- having consulted with an organisation providing relevant environmental monitoring, management or technology services about performing the competency being assessed within the last twelve months.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5b04f318-804f-4dc0-9463-c3fb9a3fe998
