CPCPMS3035 - Install and test ducting systems
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Prerequisites
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)
Overview
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to install and test ducting systems used for ventilation systems, heating and/or cooling systems, and exhaust systems.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, incl the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.
Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:
* locating, interpreting and applying relevant information, standards and specifications to install and test small ducting systems
* installing, insulating, testing and balancing ductwork from a fan coiled unit to three outlet grilles given the plans and specifications.
Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:
* application of flow rates, pressure and volume principles to testing procedures
* characteristics of materials used in the system being tested
* processes of installing, insulating and testing ducting
* system types and identification of system components
* techniques for setting out, assembling, fixing and jointing duct work systems and components, including insulation and acoustic materials
* types of repairs for detected leaks in the duct work system
* how to access relevant information, including codes and standards
* tools, materials and equipment used to install and test ducting systems
* work health and safety (WHS) requirements to install and test ducting systems.
Required reading
The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by Victoria University and/or via the Victoria University e-learning system.
As part of a course
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):