UEENEEG033A - Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits
Overview
This unit covers ascertaining correct operation of single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits and solving circuit problems as they apply to servicing, fault finding, installation and compliance work functions. It encompasses safe working practices, apparatus circuit arrangements, issues related to operation, characteristics and protection and solutions to apparatus/circuit problems derived from calculated and measured parameters.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce and extend knowledge and skill competence within set and controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes and performance criteria requirements, including 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 and knowledge:
- lighting circuits - looping at the light/switch;
- circuits for socket outlets;
- final sub-circuits and segregation;
- electrical heating control devices;
- fixed electrical heating appliances;
- electrical water heater operation;
- alternative supplies;
- installation of batteries;
- fire protection - residential fire and smoke alarms;
- emergency and evacuation lighting and lighting control;
- lighting concepts and incandescent lighting;
- fluorescent low intensity discharge lighting, and;
- high intensity discharge lighting.
Required reading
The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by the Polytechnic and/or via the Polytechnic e-learning system.
As part of a course
This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.