UEEEL0012 - Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories

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Unit code: UEEEL0012 | Study level: TAFE
Credit points
N/A
Location
Sunshine
Prerequisites
UEECD0007 - Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
UEECD0019 - Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
UEECD0020 - Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
UEECD0051 - Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
UEECD0016 - Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
UEEEL0003 - Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations
UEEEL0020 - Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits
UEEEL0023 - Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits
UEEEL0018 - Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations
UEEEL0005 - Develop and connect electrical control circuits
UEEEL0019 - Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines
UEEEL0021 - Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices
UEEEL0014 - Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits
UEEEL0008 - Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls
UEEEL0009 - Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls
UEEEL0010 - Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits
UEEEL0024 - Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines
UEEEL0025 - Test and connect transformers
UEECD0044 - Solve problems in multiple path circuits
UEECD0046 - Solve problems in single path circuits
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
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Overview

This unit includes the installation of wiring enclosures, cable support systems, cables, protection devices, switchgear, control gear, switchboards, and accessories designed to operate at voltages up to 1,000 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 1,500 V direct current (d.c.).
It covers working safely and to installation standards, routing cables to specified locations, terminating cables and connecting wiring at accessories, matching appliances and accessories with that specified, making required circuit connections and completing the necessary installation documentation.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c.

Assessment

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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:
*reading and interpreting drawings and schedules related to cable layouts, apparatus locations and circuit connections
*planning cable routes and installation of appliances, switchgear and accessories and obtaining installation materials
*identifying underground services
*selecting underground consumers mains in accordance with AS/NZS 3000 and local supply authority requirements
*sequencing the installation effectively with other relevant people
*installing and terminating consumer mains for connection via overhead terminals and underground
*installing of conduit, cable ladder/tray
*installing wiring systems for low voltage (LV) circuits
*routing, placing and securing cables in accordance with industry standards
*installing LV electrical apparatus and associated equipment
*selecting equipment suitable for installation in given damp situations
*placing and securing appliances, switchgear and accessories accurately in their planned location
*terminating cables and conductors, including aerial types in accordance with industry standards
*terminating subcircuit cabling at switchboards and connecting components including:
*correct interconnection between switchgear, protection devices and links'
*use of adequately sized cables
*correct marking of equipment
*clear identification of circuit neutral conductors
*terminating and connecting appliances, switchgear and accessories in accordance with industry standards
*conducting safety inspection, testing and documentation of installed circuits, verification of earth continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, circuit connections and protection arrangements
*maintaining fire integrity.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:
*standards, codes and requirements applicable to the installation of wiring systems and electrical equipment, including:
*cables and methods of mechanical protection and support
*techniques for protection against and from other services
*identifying prohibited cable locations
*identifying systems with alternate supplies
*building codes affecting the installation of cables and current-using carrying equipment and accessories in buildings, structures and premises, including limitation on penetration of structural elements, maintenance of fire protection integrity, requirements for emergency/safety services and wiring above suspected ceilings
*issues affecting electrical installations in heritage buildings and premises (limitation on penetration of structural and finished elements, accessing cable routes, types and colour of exposed accessories)
*techniques for protection against thermal effects
*required and permitted locations of current-using equipment and accessories
*control, switching, overcurrent and residual current device (RCD) protection
*equipotential bonding in accordance with AS/NZS 3000 and local supply authority requirements
*sizing of wiring enclosures based on space factor recommendations of AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules
*techniques for installing cables and wiring systems, including:
*typical cable routes through buildings, structures and premises
*application of wiring accessories
*drawing-in, placing and fixing of cables
*cable and conductor terminations
*methods of maintaining fire rating integrity
*techniques for inspecting and testing installed and terminated cables to ensure they comply with continuity and insulation resistance and are safe to connect to the supply
*connection of electrical equipment and terminal configuration for connection of phase, neutral and protective earthing conductors for the following types of equipment:
*heating
*lighting and smoke detectors
*motors
*transformers
*switchgear and accessories pendant socket outlets
*appliances.
*termination of subcircuit cabling at switchboards and connection to components including:
*correct interconnection between switchgear, protection devices and links'
*correct preparation for fitting and connection of local supply authority equipment
*use of adequately sized cables
*correct marking of equipment
*clear identification of circuit neutral conductors
*correct polarity
*safe removal of equipment and termination of unused cable
*varied and additional standards and requirements for special situations, including:
*patient treatment areas
*marinas and boats at LV
*transportable structures and vehicles and their site supplies
*shows and carnivals
*systems with alternate supplies
*methods for the installation, modification and testing of electrical installations and equipment for construction and demolition sites, complying with AS/NZS 3012 and applicable workplace safety legislation including:
*supply requirements
*switchboards for the purpose of construction and demolition
*protection of circuits
*construction wiring
*lighting
*socket outlets
*circuits for lifts
*calibration of instruments
*inspection and testing methods
*initial and periodic inspection and testing
*identifying hazardous areas, including:
*additional training required to work competently with electrical equipment for hazardous areas
*nature of areas classified as a hazardous area
*responsibility for classifying a hazardous area
*awareness of standards called up by the Wiring Rules for selection, installation, inspection and maintenance of electrical equipment and installations in hazardous areas AS/NZS 3000 requirements for hazardous areas
*requirements for the installation of cables and accessories in damp situations and extra-low voltage (ELV) installations, including:
*restricted zones around baths, showers, fixed water containers, pools, sauna heaters and fountains/water features for given installations
*techniques for selecting equipment suitable for installation in given damp situations
*voltage range that defines ELV
*use of RCDs for damp situations
*separated extra-low voltage (SELV) system and a protected extra-low voltage (PELV) system
*AS/NZS 3000 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules) requirements for selecting ELV systems and devices for a range of installations and conditions
*equipotential bonding in showers, bathrooms, swimming and spa pools
*installation of aerial conductors and underground wiring including:
*AS/NZS 3000 requirements
*types and application of aerial conductors
*aerial span limitations and required clearances
*selection of aerial supporting poles/post and struts for a given application
*use and requirements of catenary support systems
*acceptable cable types and protection for underground wiring categories
*underground wiring depth and protection
*underground wiring clearances from other services
*techniques for termination of aerial cables
*techniques for testing of installed cables in compliance with Australian Standards
*install unprotected consumer's mains to reduce the risk of short-circuit to a minimum
*hazards and safety requirements related to equipment incorporating electronic components used in electrical systems.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will advise students of class notes, reading materials produced by VU Polytechnic and further support via VU Polytechnic e-learning system and/or in person.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
UEE30820 | Certificate iii | Duration:

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