Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. This is the first release of this unit of competency in the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package. |
Application
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install extra-low voltage (ELV) stand-alone photovoltaic (PV) power systems. It includes preparing to install ELV stand-alone PV power apparatus and systems, installing ELV stand-alone PV power apparatus and system, completing installation and reporting installation activities. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Pre-requisite Unit
UEERE0022 Solve basic problems in photovoltaic energy apparatus and systems |
Competency Field
Renewable Energy |
Unit Sector
Electrotechnology |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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Prepare to install ELV stand-alone PV power apparatus and systems |
1.1 |
Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) processes and procedures for relevant work area are identified and applied in accordance with workplace procedures |
1.2 |
WHS/OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed, reported to relevant person/s and workplace procedures for risk control measures applied in preparation for work |
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1.3 |
System installation is planned in consultation with others impacted by the work and sequenced appropriately |
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1.4 |
Nature and location of the work are determined from documentation or relevant person/s to determine the scope of work |
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1.5 |
Sitting limitations and customer system requirements are identified through consultation with relevant person/s |
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1.6 |
Energy demand is assessed and recommendations made to the customer for energy efficiency improvements, as necessary |
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1.7 |
Suitable system components are specified and selected in accordance with workplace procedures |
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1.8 |
Location of system components is planned within the constraints of the building structure and regulations |
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1.9 |
Instructions for coordinating work with others is obtained from relevant person/s and applied |
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1.10 |
Materials and components required are obtained, pre-assembled, where necessary, and checked against job requirements in accordance with workplace procedures |
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1.11 |
Materials and components are prepared for transport to the site and transport is arranged in accordance with workplace procedures |
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1.12 |
Tools, equipment and testing devices required are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety |
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1.13 |
Preparatory work is checked to ensure no unnecessary damage has occurred and complies with requirements |
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2 |
Install ELV stand-alone PV power apparatus and systems |
2.1 |
Equipment is transported safely to site in accordance with workplace procedures |
2.2 |
Need to test or measure live electrical work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and conducted in accordance with workplace procedures |
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2.3 |
Circuits/machines/plant are isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures |
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2.4 |
System components are installed in compliance with technical industry standards, job specifications and requirements, and with sufficient access to enable terminations, adjustment and maintenance |
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2.5 |
Wiring is terminated at components and associated equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and functional and regulatory requirements |
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2.6 |
Unplanned situations are discussed with relevant person/s and responded to in accordance with workplace procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment |
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2.7 |
Checks of installed apparatus quality are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures |
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2.8 |
System installation is conducted minimising waste of materials, damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment and services using sustainable energy principles |
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3 |
Complete installation and report installation activities |
3.1 |
Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures |
3.2 |
Final checks are conducted to confirm installed apparatus conforms to requirements |
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3.3 |
System operation is tested and installation verified as compliant with standards and work specifications |
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3.4 |
‘As-installed’ apparatus and associated equipment are documented and relevant person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures |
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3.5 |
Customer is informed of system operation, routine maintenance and limitations |
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3.6 |
Documentation required by standards or job specifications is provided to the customer |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency. |
Range of Conditions
Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment. Non-essential conditions may be found in the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide. |
Unit Mapping Information
This unit replaces and is equivalent to UEENEEK134A Install ELV stand-alone photovoltaic power systems. |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b8a8f136-5421-4ce1-92e0-2b50341431b6