REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Regulations of relevant StateTerritory maritime and electrical licensing authorities

Note All installation maintenance and repair of AC volts or above DC above volts must be carried out only by a suitably qualified engineer or licensed tradesman Relevant StateTerritory electrical licensing requirements must be fulfilled by any persons carrying out installation maintenance and repair of electrical circuits and systems at such voltages on a vessel

Note: All installation, maintenance and repair of AC (50volts or above) DC (above 115 volts) must be carried out only by a suitably qualified engineer or licensed tradesman. Relevant State/Territory electrical licensing requirements must be fulfilled by any persons carrying out installation, maintenance and repair of electrical circuits and systems at such voltages on a vessel.

Relevant OHampS and pollution control legislation policies and procedures

Procedures for carrying out shipboard electrical machinery and electronic control equipment testing troubleshooting and repair as part of routine maintenance procedures

A basic understanding of the power distribution and control circuits used on board vessels of up to kW propulsion power and their associated operational electrical machinery and electronic control equipment

A basic understanding of the power distribution and control circuits used on board vessels of up to 1,500kW propulsion power and their associated operational electrical machinery and electronic control equipment

Operational characteristics and performance specifications for the different types of electrical machinery and electronic control equipment found on a vessel up to kW propulsion power

Operational characteristics and performance specifications for the different types of electrical machinery and electronic control equipment found on a vessel up to 1,500kW propulsion power

The nature and causes of shipboard electrical machinery and electronic control equipment malfunctions and the available methods for their detection and repair

Basic characteristics and application of electrical machines used on small vessels including

a

AC and DC motors

b

AC generators including requirements for the parallel operation and the process of synchronisation

c

three phase motors

d

three phase alternators operating singly and in parallel

e

three phase transformers

Basic procedures for the calibration and adjustment of transmitters and controllers in control systems

Basic principles of analogue and digital programmable logic controllers PLCs as they relate to the limits of responsibility of a Marine Engine Driver Grade

Basic theory principles of operation and application in small vessel electricalelectronic equipment of

a

common active devices

b

common integrated circuit devices and digital electronic circuits

Principles and procedures for electrical measurement including the use of relevant instruments

Maritime communication techniques needed during routine maintenance operations

Principles of electrotechnology including

a

the electric circuit

b

basics of cabling distribution and lighting systems typically used on a small vessel

c

deck electrical machinery and related electronic control equipment

d

basic electronics

e

instruments calibration and testing

f

fire and emergency alarm systems

Safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures relevant to marine electrical machinery and electronic control equipment inspection and maintenance operations

Safe procedures for the use of hand and power tools and maintenance equipment

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use verbal communication skills required when operating testing and maintaining marine electrical and control equipment

Read interpret and apply operating and service manuals and instructions for marine electrical and control equipment including all required OHampS procedures and precautions

Read and interpret material safety data sheets

Read and interpret equipment specifications and drawings

Read and interpret electrical machinery and electronic control equipment performance readings and indications

Complete any required operational and maintenance records

Work safely and collaboratively with others when operating testing and maintaining marine electrical and control equipment

Select and use relevant tools and equipment as per instructions

Recognise faulty equipment and take appropriate action as per operating instructions

Recognise routine problems when operating testing and maintaining marine electrical and control equipment and take appropriate action

Adapt to differences in vessels electrical and control systems and operating and servicing procedures

Operate and test electrical and control systems on vessels of less than kW propulsion power

Operate and test electrical and control systems on vessels of less than 1,500kW propulsion power

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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, , the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to

a

Operate and monitor the performance of electrical machinery and electronic control equipment against specifications on a small commercial vessel

b

Identify malfunctioning and faulty electrical machinery and electronic control equipment and components within permissible voltages and initiate appropriate action for repair or replacement

c

Make safe faulty electrical systems and equipment

d

Troubleshoot malfunctioning and faulty electrical machinery and electronic control equipment and carry out required repairs within the limits of permissible voltages and licensing authority restrictions

e

Exercise all required safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures during the operation maintenance and repair activities

f

Identify typical electrical machinery and electronic control equipment maintenance and repair problems and hazards and take appropriate action

g

Communicate effectively with others during maintenance and repair operations including effective use of internal communication systems

h

Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements of relevant StateTerritory electrical licensing authorities

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

a

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

b

Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when

operating and testing marine electrical machinery and electronic control equipment

identifying shipboard electrical machinery and electronic control equipment malfunctions and faulty plant and equipment of a small vessel

coordinating repairs of marine electrical machinery and electronic control equipment

applying safety precautions relevant to electrical machinery and electronic control equipment maintenance and repair operations

completing maintenance and repair documentation and records

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant sections of marine regulations NSCV and USL Code

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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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OHampS and electrical licensing regulations

manufacturers specifications and instructions for the operation testing maintenance and repair of electrical machinery and electronic control equipment

following onboard housekeeping processes

d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify electrical machinery and electronic control equipment malfunctions

e

Work is managed controlled and completed systematically with required attention to detail

f

Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions among crew and others

Context of assessment

a

Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations

b

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation

As a minimum assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate writtenoral examinations and

Appropriate practical assessment must occur

i

at the registered training organisation andor

ii

on an appropriate working or training vessel

Specific resources required for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to

a

Participate in a range of practical and theoretical assignments exercises case studies simulated fault situations and other assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to operate and basically test and maintain electrical machinery and electronic control equipment within permissible voltages including the ability to identify an appropriate range of possible electrical machinery and electronic control equipment malfunctions and coordinate related basic maintenance and repair solutions andor

b

Operate and carry out basic tests maintenance and repairs on electrical machinery and electronic control equipment in a range of operational situations on a commercial or training vessel

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

VARIABLE

a.

Work must be carried out:

1

b.

Work is performed:

1

c.

Work involves:

1

a

Electrical machinery and electronic control equipment may include:

1

b

Performance monitoring and repairs may be carried out:

1

2

3

4

5

6

VARIABLE

c

Types of electrical machinery and electronic control equipment may include:

1

i

ii

iii

iv

v

vi

vii

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

d

Emergencies may include:

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

e

Testing and repair equipment may include:

1

2

3

4

VARIABLE

e

Testing and repair equipment may include:

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5

portable and manual lifting equipment, including block and tackle and hydraulic jacks

6

7

i

ii

iii

f

Maintenance and repair hazards may include:

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

g

may include:

1

2

3

4

5

6

VARIABLE

h

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

State and Territory marine regulations related to the operation of small vessels

2

3

4