8) This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of maintaining mechanical pumps. All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies. The extent of the Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills required follows: KS01-PM304B Mechanical pumps T1 Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired for safe working practices of: Relevant Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety legislation and regulations Pumps types and characteristics Technical drawings and manufacturers manuals Precision measuring equipment Seals and gaskets Bearings Specialised tools and jigs Coupling levelling and alignment Rigging and lifting equipment Materials and components of pumps Fluid dynamics Hand and portable power tools Protective coatings Heating techniques Balancing techniques Isolation procedures T2 Specific skills needed to achieve the Performance Criteria: Apply Relevant Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety legislation and regulations Identify and use precision measuring equipment Apply coupling levelling and alignment techniques Manufacture and install seals and gaskets Apply fluid dynamics principles Install bearings Use specialised tools and jigs Interpret Technical drawings and manufacturers manuals Identify and select materials and components Apply data analysis techniques and tools Use hand and portable power tools Use heat application equipment Apply dismantling and reassembling techniques Work to defined tolerances Recognise worn/damaged components Apply effective maintenance procedures Communicate effectively. |