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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare electrotechnology/utilities drawings using manual drafting and CAD equipment and software
   • OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood
   • Established OHS risk control measures and procedures in preparation for the work are followed
   • The extent of the work is determined from project specifications and discussion with appropriate personnel
   • Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the work site
   • Software tools and equipment a needed for the work are obtained in accordance with established procedures
2. Prepare electrotechnology/utilities drawings using manual drafting and CAD equipment and software.
   • OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed
   • The types of design detailed drawings and layouts required are determined from project specifications
   • Technical data of system components is interpreted to determine parameters that are to be included in the detailed drawings
   • Appropriate software tools are used to produce detailed drawings based on standard protocols
   • Detailed drawings are checked for accuracy are compliance with project specifications
   • Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes.
3. Complete electrotechnology/utilities drawings using manual drafting and CAD equipment and software
   • Completed drawings are submitted to an appropriate person to be checked for accuracy and compliance with project specifications.
   • Any alterations, additions or correction instructions are followed and drawings are re-submitted for final approval
   • Copies of completed drawings are filed securely in accordance with established procedures

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices and the preparation of electrotechnologyutilities drawings using manual drafting and CAD equipment and software All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies KSEEA Electrotechnology utilities drawings and diagrams Evidence shall show an understanding of electrotechutilities drawings and diagrams to an extent indicated by the following aspects T Electrotechnology utilities drafting fundamentals encompassing principles concepts and purpose of electrotechnology utilities drafting terms conventions and codes related to electrotechnology utilities drafting rules and symbols used in electrotechnology utilities drafting types and usage techniques of electrotechnology utilities drawings techniques and applications for creating graphic symbols charts techniques and applications in composing block diagram drawings T Standard drawing sheets and drawing sheet layout encompassing standard drawing sheet borders standard drawing sheet scale standard drawing sheet editing routine standard drawing sheet editing title block standard drawing sheet editing revision blocks drawing sheet layout for small electrotechnology utilities projects drawing sheet layout for large electrotechnology utilities projects drawing sheet layout for signing and markings projects key plan sheets drawing layers line types T Electrotechnology utilities drawings line work symbols lettering and techniques production to AustralianNew Zealand and industry standards encompassing principles of correct drafting technique principles concepts and purpose of electrotechnology utilities drawings terms symbols including sectional symbols conventions and codes related to electrotechnology utilities drawings rules for drafting electrotechnology utilities drawings types and usage techniques of electrotechnology utilities drawings relationship between components and symbols used in drafting applications techniques and applications for production of electrotechnology utilities drawings T Sketching techniques for electrotechnolgy utilities applications encompassing lines and letters shapes solids axonometric views building sketch isometric views object sketch perspective building interior perspective sketch detail labelled sketch T Pole and structure elevations encompassing elevation sheet layout elevation labeling concrete bases luminaire pole elevations signal pole elevations service pole elevations sign pole elevations sign bridge and cantilever elevations breakaway sign structures wood post sign structures T Survey base plan drawings encompassing survey base plan scale survey base plan survey base plancontents modelspace and paperspace external reference xref drawings viewports T Auxiliary Views and Revolutions encompassing principles concepts and purpose of auxiliary views and revolutions terms conventions and codes related to auxiliary views and revolutions rules of revolutions types and usage techniques of auxiliary views auxiliary reference planes and revolutions techniques and applications in finding the true size of an oblique surface secondary auxiliary view drawing techniques and applications applications of revolutions usage of the axis of revolution to draw the true shape of an oblique view T Map Drafting encompassing types and usage techniques of map drafting and illustrated maps techniques and applications of plat surveys and set plans techniques and applications of contour maps using profile coordinates map reading techniques and applications map drawing techniques and applications T CivilGIS Geographic Information Systems drawings basics encompassing principles terms and conventions usage in civil GIS drawings land surveying techniques eg property line corners symbols coordinates base line and typical sections GIS and Global Positioning Systems GPS uses and applications land survey plot production from a written description manual and computer methods calculation of area contour plans profile drawings T Architectural and site plan drawings for electrotechnology utilities applications encompassing principles purpose terms and conventions usage in basic architectural drawings typical scales base plan symbols and labels electrotechnology utilities site plan symbols and labels signing and markings site plan symbols and labels architectural design and planning principles elevation drawings architectural symbols and abbreviations usage floor plans layout and production basic construction terminology and materials perspectives and pictorials typical wall and building sections with necessary details applicable building codes asbuilt floor plan measurement sketching and drafting usage of schedules in freehand architectural style lettering styles of architecture fundamentals and design function in residential design site plans production foundation plan production T AutoCAD basics for electrotechnology utilities applications encompassing operating system fundamentals encompassing principals concepts and applications of CAD hardware terms conventions and codes related to CAD hardware CAD hardware type and variation system specifications interpretation and usage IO devices identification computer components installation and configuration arrangements and application CAD filing and naming conventions opening programclosing and saving drawings basic drafting commands encompassing line circle spline rectangle basic modification commands encompassing erasing copy mirror block trim extend layout and plotting design centre encompassing electrical symbols electronic symbols AutoCAD and lists components and symbols in CAD mass storage and file compression network operating systems protocols and cabling systems researching hardware and software installation and configuration of operating systems plotting solutions security issues system maintenance user interface object creation and modification editing layers properties paper space and model space concepts dimensioning and dimensioning variables blocks attributes three dimensional construction solid modelling and scripts library construction database manipulation data extraction circuit simulation wiring symbols motor and generator AC and DC wiring junctions grounds distinguishing power and control conductors normally open and normally closed contacts series and shunt coils circuit protection devices overload relay wthermal element fuse circuit breakers push button disconnect switches momentary contact maintained contact meters resistors transformers power current potential autotransformers T Drawing numbering file names and digital file storage encompassing drawing series and version control drawing sheet numbering drawing file names drawing storage drawing file

Evidence Required

This provides essential advice for assessment of the unit It must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria and the range statement of the unit and the Training Package Assessment Guidelines The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this unit It must be used in conjunction with all parts of the unit and performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package

Overview of Assessment

Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment such as Profiling require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention It is the industrypreferred model for apprenticeships However where summative or final assessment is used it is to include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or at a minimum the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment It is recognised that in some circumstances assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace However it must be in accordance with industry and regulatory policy Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors These include the extent of the assessment the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place access to physical resources additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed The critical safety nature of working with electricity electrical equipment gas or any other hazardous substancematerial carries risk in deeming a person competent Sources of evidence need to be rich in nature to minimise error in judgment Activities associated with normal everyday work have a bearing on the decision as to how much and how detailed the data gathered will contribute to its richness Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practised These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments Sample assessment instruments are included for Assessors in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
	Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites must be met Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically Each element and associated performance criteria shall be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines UEE Evidence shall also comprise A representative body of work performance demonstrated within the timeframes typically expected of the discipline work function and industrial environment In particular this shall incorporate evidence that shows a candidate is able to Implement Occupational Health and Safety workplace procedures and practices including the use of risk control measures as specified in the performance criteria and range statement Apply sustainable energy principles and practices as specified in the performance criteria and range statement Demonstrate an understanding of the essential knowledge and associated skills as described in this unit It may be required by some jurisdictions that RTOs provide a percentile graded result for the purpose of regulatory or licensing requirements Demonstrate an appropriate level of skills enabling employment Conduct work observing the relevant Anti Discrimination legislation regulations polices and workplace procedures Demonstrated consistent performance across a representative range of contexts from the prescribed items below Preparation of electrotechnologyutilities drawings using manual drafting and CAD equipment and software as described in Range and including
	A	Carrying out freehand sketching of simple electrotechnology utilities products circuits and components using pictorial methods to generate two and three dimensional electrotechnology utilities images encompassing a range of standard components such as devices components parts equipment and structures sketched together with other solid and hollow items
	B	Preparing and modifying preliminary electrotechnologyutilities drawings and diagrams using manual drafting methods techniques procedures and devices
	C	Preparing and modifying preliminary electrotechnologyutilities drawings and diagrams using computeraided design equipment and software
	D	Notating type form and size of materials from information abbreviations and symbols supplied on electrotechnology utilities drawings briefs andor specifications
	E	Obtaining specifications from design information customer requirements sketches preliminary layouts andor field investigations
	F	Drawing single part components simple electrotechnology utilities assemblies and circuits for fabrication assembly or installation of products encompassing dimensions fabrication andor installation notes wiring schedules and parts lists from predetermined dimensions associated tolerances and design specifications
	G	Using CAD equipment and related commands and drawing environments to produce setting out details drawing template for a range of paper sizes the drawing title and scale used date of drawing and other relevant information andor working drawings
	H	Stating the purpose and usage of a variety of typical electrotechnologyutilities drawings for electrotechnology utilities industry applications
	I	Generating a variety of CAD drawings from D components to D models by applying relevant techniques and processes extracting properties applying basic rendering techniques and incorporating preprepared symbols to construct electrotechnology utilities diagrams and assembly drawings to produce section surface modelling solid modelling and wireframe modelling views
	J	Applying safety precautions when working with CAD equipment

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit should be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures information and resources typical of a workplace This should include OHS policy and work procedures and instructions Suitable work environment facilities equipment and materials to undertake actual work as prescribed in this unit These should be used in the formal learningassessment environment Note Where simulation is considered a suitable strategy for assessment conditions for assessment must be authentic and as far as possible reproduce and replicate the workplace and be consistent with the approved industry simulation policy The resources used for assessment should reflect current industry practices in relation preparation of electrotechnologyutilities drawings using manual drafting and CAD equipment and software

Method of assessment

This unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume Part Assessment Guidelines Note Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the Industry to which this unit applies This requires that the specified essential knowledge and associated skills are assessed in a structured environment which is primarily intended for learningassessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the essential knowledge and skills described in this unit

Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units
	For optimisation of training and assessment effort competency development in this unit may be arranged concurrently with units covering the development of electrotechnologyutilities drawings is required

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Range Statement

10) This relates to the unit as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the performance criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance. This unit shall be demonstrated in relation to the preparation of electrotechnology/utilities drawings using manual drafting and CAD equipment and software: Drawings include layouts, assembly and installation drawings, and modifications (version control), and conversion between drawing types Electrotechnology drafting specifications, layouts, sketches or verbal instructions in conformance with Australian Standards and enterprise standards Manual drafting methods, techniques, procedures and devices Type, form and size of materials from information, abbreviations and symbols supplied on electrotechnology drawings, briefs and/or specifications Sketching methods, techniques, procedures and devices encompassing freehand sketching Specifications may be obtained from design information, customer requirements, sketches, preliminary layouts and/or field investigations Electrotechnology drawings line work, symbols, lettering and techniques Sketching techniques Technical drawing equipment including computer-aided drawing design (CAD) applications, peripherals and devices including AutoCAD basics for electrotechnology applications and related commands Safety precautions when working with CAD equipment Pole and structure elevations Survey base plan drawings Auxiliary Views and Revolutions Map Drafting Civil/GIS (Geographic Information Systems) drawings basics Architectural and site plan drawings Organisational procedures for preparation and production of drawings, drawing sets, specifications, drafting documentation and operating and maintenance instructions/manuals for products and systems Organisational procedures for processing, filing and saving all graphics, specifications, instructions and related documentation in correct format and location in accordance with work site procedures Organisational procedures for collaborating with the client, key stakeholders and other staff in the selection of the preferred option Generic terms used throughout this Vocational Standard shall be regarded as part of the Range Statement in which competency is demonstrated. The definition of these and other terms that apply are given in Volume 2, Part 2.1.

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