Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AHCIRG413A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Construct and install a moving sprinkler irrigation system

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AHCIRG413A - Construct and install a moving sprinkler irrigation system
Description This Unit covers the process of constructing and installing a moving sprinkler irrigation system and defines the standard required to: establish the requirements of the system; implement operational procedures for the project; establish and organise resources; supervise on-site construction; and commission the system.
Employability Skills This Unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This Unit applies to irrigation site supervisors and installation project managers who are responsible for the construction and installation of moving sprinkler irrigation systems.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Develop and implement construction procedures
  • Employment procedures and contract management procedures are developed
  • Procedures for controlling and recording site deliveries are established
  • Procedures for recording the hire of plant and equipment are determined
  • OHS procedures are established, including risk assessment
  • Client, authorities and agencies are notified of the schedule of works
  • Procedures for dealing with environmental issues associated with construction work are determined
       
Element: Interpret the moving sprinkler irrigation system design for the site
  • The purpose, scale and required output of the irrigation system is determined
  • The landscape of the site is assessed
  • Construction requirements are determined and verified with the designer
  • Components are selected to meet design specifications and site requirements
       
Element: Organise resource requirements
  • Tasks and timelines are nominated with resources required for each
  • Labour requirements are organised
  • Parts and equipment are delivered to the site and checked
  • Equipment and machinery is selected and maintained
  • Jobs and tasks are allocated to the work team
  • Safety induction is carried out for the task and site
       
Element: Supervise installation and construction
  • Installers are supervised and work is monitored to conform to the design specification
  • Components are assembled and connected according to the plan, and joints are completed and tested according to manufacturer specifications
  • Sprinklers, pressure regulators and hose directors are fitted and adjusted to comply with the requirements of the installation plan, and all joints are secured
  • Gear box and control panel are fitted
  • Wheels are fitted and tensioned
  • Pumping system is installed and tested
       
Element: Complete installation work and test components
  • Water supply is connected
  • Sprinklers are checked for optimal coverage and efficiency
  • The system is started up and flushed
  • Measuring devices are attached to the system
       
Element: Commission system
  • Operating faults are identified and corrective actions taken to meet design specifications
  • Testing/monitoring equipment is calibrated to manufacturer’s specifications
  • Testing is carried out and compared to specifications
  • Adjustments are made as required
  • The system is handed over in compliance with design specifications
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:

establish the requirements of the system

implement operational procedures for the project

establish and organise resources

supervise on-site construction

commission the system.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills include:

Ability to:

interpret irrigation designs

develop operational procedures

implement employment procedures

conduct OHS risk assessment

supervision of workers and use of machinery to

lay out components for construction

join span pipes with correctly tensioned bolts

connect Vjack trusses in sequence to bow the span

connect goose necks and hose connectors

fit pre-cut drop hoses and connect sprinklers

assemble sprinklers, pressure regulators and hose directors

fit gear box and control panel

fit and tension wheels

use literacy skills to read, interpret and follow organisational policies and procedures, develop sequenced written instructions, record accurately and legibly information collected and select and apply procedures to a range of tasks

use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation including questioning, active listening, asking for clarification, negotiating solutions and responding to a range of views

use interpersonal skills to work with others and relate to people from a range of cultural, social and religious backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.

Required knowledge includes:

Knowledge of:

pump capacity

types of pumps and water flow rates

volume and pressure requirements

characteristics and operation of moving sprinkler systems

calculations for installing moving sprinkler irrigation systems

components and sequence of construction

water quality and water filtration techniques

commissioning procedures

system operation and testing for distribution uniformity

safe work practices for construction

licensing requirements for electrical work.

The range statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Moving sprinkler irrigation systems describe:

specifically hard and soft reel self-travelling irrigators, lateral move systems and centre pivots.

Testing of the system may include:

pressure testing

volume testing

coverage testing.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Employment procedures and contract management procedures are developed 
Procedures for controlling and recording site deliveries are established 
Procedures for recording the hire of plant and equipment are determined 
OHS procedures are established, including risk assessment 
Client, authorities and agencies are notified of the schedule of works 
Procedures for dealing with environmental issues associated with construction work are determined 
The purpose, scale and required output of the irrigation system is determined 
The landscape of the site is assessed 
Construction requirements are determined and verified with the designer 
Components are selected to meet design specifications and site requirements 
Tasks and timelines are nominated with resources required for each 
Labour requirements are organised 
Parts and equipment are delivered to the site and checked 
Equipment and machinery is selected and maintained 
Jobs and tasks are allocated to the work team 
Safety induction is carried out for the task and site 
Installers are supervised and work is monitored to conform to the design specification 
Components are assembled and connected according to the plan, and joints are completed and tested according to manufacturer specifications 
Sprinklers, pressure regulators and hose directors are fitted and adjusted to comply with the requirements of the installation plan, and all joints are secured 
Gear box and control panel are fitted 
Wheels are fitted and tensioned 
Pumping system is installed and tested 
Water supply is connected 
Sprinklers are checked for optimal coverage and efficiency 
The system is started up and flushed 
Measuring devices are attached to the system 
Operating faults are identified and corrective actions taken to meet design specifications 
Testing/monitoring equipment is calibrated to manufacturer’s specifications 
Testing is carried out and compared to specifications 
Adjustments are made as required 
The system is handed over in compliance with design specifications 

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