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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare to conduct electrical tests on a three phase induction machine
  2. WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for work preparation are followed
  3. Scope of work is determined from job sheets, specifications and regulatory requirements
  4. Advice is sought from work supervisor to ensure work activity is coordinated effectively with others
  5. Materials required for work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures
  6. Tools, equipment and testing devices required for work are obtained and checked for operation and safety
  7. Conduct electrical tests on a three phase induction machine
  8. Machines/equipment are isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  9. HV electrical inspection and tests are conducted to determine cause of faults and/or operational condition of the machine
  10. Status of the machine is determined from inspection and test results and recorded in accordance with workplace procedures
  11. Problem-solving techniques are used to resolve unplanned events
  12. Quality of work checks are conducted to ensure coils are correctly wound with correct wire, number of turns and shape in accordance with workplace procedures and work instructions
  13. Work is completed in accordance with given timeframe, environment and workplace procedures
  14. Status of HV electrical machine is documented in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant person/s notified

Range Statement

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Conducting electrical inspection and tests must include at least the following:

two different HV electrical machines with one machine containing two winding faults

Purpose of tests must include at least the following:

causes of faults

the machine has been correctly repaired and complies with all requirements


Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least one occasion and include:

dismantling machine and storing parts securely

setting up tests correctly

taking test readings accurately

determining the status of the machine correctly from test results

documenting the status of the machine clearly

dealing with unplanned events

applying relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including using risk control measures

conducting inspection and electrical tests on three phase induction machines, including:

following winding specifications

preparing stator for winding

selecting correct coils

following quality procedures, workplace procedures and instructions

using tools, equipment and testing devices.


Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

high voltage (HV) motor testing devices and techniques, including:

test/measuring devices and their application

connection of test/measuring devices into a circuit encompassing:

safety procedures

circuit arrangement of test/measuring devices

taking and interpreting readings

storage, maintenance and care of test/measuring devices

problem-solving techniques

relevant industry standards

relevant job safety assessments or risk mitigation processes

relevant manufacturer specifications and operating instructions for tools and equipment

relevant quality workplace procedures

relevant testing methods

relevant tools, equipment and materials

relevant WHS/OHS legislated requirements

relevant winding data

relevant workplace documentation

relevant workplace policies, procedures and instructions.