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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan and prepare for the work.
  2. Test systems equipment.
  3. Test the system.
  4. Complete the work.

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

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

KSPMB Test and commission wind turbine generators

Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of testing and commissioning wind turbine generator to the extent indicated by the following aspects

T Manufacturer andor enterprise Test and Commission procedure and practices

T Installation and commissioning software

T Interconnection of test and commissioning hardware with WTG equipment

T Advanced knowledge of manufacturerspecific WTG components such as

Generators

Converter systems

Pitch frequency converters

Soft starters

Generator slip systems

Compensation systems

Evidence Required

This provides essential advice for assessment of the competency standard unit and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria and the range statement of the competency standard unit and the Training Package Assessment Guidelines

The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this unit and shall be used in conjunction with all components 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 Industry preferred 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 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 accord 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 Hence sources of evidence need to be rich in nature so as to minimise error in judgment

Activities associated with normal every day 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 in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

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 for the UEP Training Package

On at least two (2) occasions, In accordance with the "Assessment Guidelines” for the UEP12 Training Package.

Evidence shall also comprise

A representative body of work performance demonstrated within the timeframe 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 and

Apply sustainable energy principles and practices as specified in the Performance Criteria and range and

Demonstrate an understanding of the required skills and knowledge as described in this unit to such an extent that the learners performance outcome is reported in accordance with the preferred approach namely a percentile graded result where required by the regulated environment and

Demonstrate an appropriate level of employability skills and

Conduct work observing the relevant Anti Discrimination legislation regulations policies and workplace procedures and

Demonstrated performance across a representative range of contexts from the prescribed items below

A

All of the following

Accessing main controller or pitch frequency converter software

B

All of the following

Terminating LV cables

C

All of the following

Generator alignment

D

All of the following

Blade calibration

E

All of the following

Pitch or yaw brake calibration

F

All of the following

Deal with an unplanned event by drawing on essential knowledge and skills to provide appropriate solutions

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 used in 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

The resources used for assessment should reflect current industry practices in relation to

Test and commission wind turbine generators

Method of assessment

This unit shall be assessed by methods given in 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

There are no recommended concurrent assessments with this unit however in some cases efficiencies may be gained in terms of learning and assessment effort being concurrently managed with allied competency standard units where listed

Nil


Range Statement

10) This relates to the competency standard 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.

Inspection should be planned with the appropriate parties to determine access, conditions and work requirements.

WTG systems may include blade pitch systems, weather monitoring systems, converters, generator slip systems, compensation systems, safety chain systems, generators, gearboxes, and yaw control systems.

WTG communication systems may include: TCP/IP network, Ethernet, fibre optic, wireless, Fieldbus (IEC 61158), FASTBUS (IEEE 960-1986), CANCOMM, HART communication protocol, PROFIBUS, internet and hard wired.

WTG control systems may include one or a combination of: electronic systems, distributive control systems, SCADA, electrical systems, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, mechanical systems and PLC systems.

Equipment and components may include: circuit boards, circuit breakers, transformers, rectifiers, , inverters, pressure sensors, power factor correction circuitry, resistors, electric motors, control cabinets, protection equipment, transmitters, switches, temperature sensors, indicators, meters, proximity switches, encoders, resolvers, thyristors, fire detectors, smoke detectors and vibration sensors, fibre optic cables, Category 5 and 6 communication cables, wireless transmitters and receivers fuses, circuit breakers, timers, contactors, contacts, coils, relays, inductors, capacitors, bridge rectifiers, diodes, heat sinks, solenoids, overloads, plug in printed circuit boards, switches, plugs, cables and thermistors.

Fixed wiring tests can refer to: voltage, resistance, current, polarity, loop impedance, insulation resistance and continuity tests.

Materials may refer to: insulation tapes, heat shrink, sleeving, spiral binding, cable ties, solder, lubricants, oil, greases, and sealants, cleaning chemicals, lugs, connectors, terminal blocks, cable markers and identification labels.

Tools, equipment and test and measurement instruments may include: multimeter, frequency counter, frequency generator, hand tools, power tools, lifting equipment, laser alignment tools and specialised test equipment.

Fault indicators may include: self test systems, software logs, indication lamps, alarms and flag relays.

Setup and calibrate may include loading software, setting parameters, energising components, checking tension, checking alignments, calibrating brakes, setting north points, terminating cables, cleaning, removal of packaging, filling automatic lubrication systems

Work may be performed in service or out of service.

Work completion details may include: plant and maintenance records, warranty documents job cards, check sheets, punch lists and on device labelling updates.

Work site environment may be affected by weather or nearby animals, plant or processes, eg heat, noise, dust, oil, cattle, farm animals, native animals, snakes, water, height and chemicals.

Isolations can refer to electrical, mechanical or other associated processes.

Large Scale Wind Generators (WTGs) include systems having a rating of greater than 10 kW

Generic terms are used throughout this Training Package for vocational standard shall be regarded as part of the Range Statement in which competency is demonstrated. The definition of these and other terms are given in Section 2.1 Preliminary Information and Glossaries.