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 evaluating and reporting on energy management

All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies

KSEJA Energy management fundamentals

Evidence shall show an understanding of energy management fundamentals applying safe working practices and relevant Standards Codes and Regulations to an extent indicated by the following aspects

T Typical energy sources and characteristics

supply authorities

standard units of measurement

electricity

steam

hot water

high temperature hot water

town gas

LP Gas

solar

waste heat

petrol

diesel

T Energy Usage

office lighting

air conditioning systems

refrigeration systems

security systems

computer systems

standbyemergency systems

lifts and escalators

T Energy auditing process

energy costs and tariffs

energy consumption

predicting future costs

plotting consumption trends

historical data

collecting information using surveys

comparisons of actual to recorded usage

energy balance

instrumentation

building management systems

estimating savings potential

T System operation for energy efficiency

types of systems

efficiency in building structures

operation of a vehicle fleet

proportion total energy consumption against individual systems

passive building design

preventative maintenance procedures

monitoring building management systems

operation of major and minor plant

inappropriate energy management procedures

building plant control systems

Australian standardslocal authority requirements

case studies

T Implementing energy management procedures for a building

recording base year data

climatic conditions for locality

establishing energy costs and tariffs

building and systems surveys

payback period

survey analysis

energy conservation procedures

informing stockholders

recommendations and documentation

implementation issues

monitoring evaluation and follow up

KSEJA Building management systems

Evidence shall show an understanding of building management systems applying safe working practices and relevant Standards Codes and Regulations to an extent indicated by the following aspects

T Functions of a BMS

autonomous Functions

input

output

general IO

installation management items

energy management

risk management

information processing

objectives

building running costs

smoke control as per AS part

T BMS hardware

system architecture

communication devices

substations

PCs

interfaces with other systems

T Input and output functions

digital inputsoutputs

digital output with status feedback

analogue inputoutput

sensors

alarms

T Energy management

night cycle

optimum stopstart

time and event programs

night purge

outside air percentage control

enthalpy control

power demand control

duty cycle

presence detection

lighting control

T Information processing functions

computer systems

central system management

programs

system configuration and security

operator machine interface

data points

T Risk and maintenance management

system files

fire intruder control

access control

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this Unit It must be used in conjunction with all parts of this 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 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 influence decisions about howhow much 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

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 - UEE07 '. 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

Evaluate and report on energy management as described in and including

A

Determining the extent of the evaluation

B

Setting up and conducting appropriate examinations and tests

C

Reporting evaluation including recommendation for improving energy efficiency

D

Dealing with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in the holistic assessment with the above listed items

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 by this unit

These should be part of the formal learningassessment environment

Note

Where simulation is considered a suitable strategy for assessment conditions must be authentic and as far as possible reproduce and replicate the workplace and be consistent with the approved industry simulation policy

Evidence should show demonstrated competency in evaluating and reporting on energy management

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 assessment in a structured environment which is intended primarily for learningassessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the essential knowledge and skills described in this unit

Note:
Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the Industry to which this unit applies. This requires assessment in a structured environment which is intended primarily for learning/assessment 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

There are no concurrent assessment recommendations for this unit