8) This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of wind turbine mechanical systems. The extent of the Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills required follows: KS01-PM361A Wind Turbine Mechanical Systems T1 Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired for safe working practices of: Relevant Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety legislation and regulations Technical drawings and manufacturers manuals Introduction to and typical arrangements of wind farm power plant Relevant plant and equipment, its location and operating parameters Equipment and material required to perform the work Wind farm principles Wind turbine types and characteristics Wind turbine blade pitch systems types and characteristics Wind turbine yaw system types and characteristics Precision measuring equipment Seals and gaskets Bearings Specialised tools and jigs Rigging and lifting equipment Lubrication systems and oil conditioning systems Gearing and power transmission principles Hand and portable power tools Protective coatings 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 Manufacture and install seals and gaskets 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 Apply dismantling and reassembling techniques Work to defined tolerances Recognise worn/damaged components Apply effective maintenance procedures Communicate effectively. |