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

CPCPMS5001A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Design air conditioning and ventilation systems

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPCPMS5001A - Design air conditioning and ventilation systems
Description This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to evaluate and design air conditioning and ventilation systems for residential, commercial and industrial applications.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency supports the needs of experienced plumbers with a responsibility for providing consultancy or supervision in the evaluation and design of air conditioning and ventilation systems.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil Nil
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: Evaluate design parameters.
  • Client requirements are determined from plans, specifications and client briefs to determine work scope.
  • User comfort conditions and specific use conditions are evaluated and psychometric evaluation and heat loads are calculated.
  • Building heat losses are evaluated.
  • Distribution requirements for air conditioning and ventilation system applications are specified.
  • Range of air conditioning and ventilation systems are evaluated in accordance with given applications.
  • Mechanical services drawings are evaluated and interpreted.
  • Health risks that may arise due to poor maintenance of air conditioning and ventilation systems are evaluated.
  • Minimum performance requirements are specified for several different air conditioning and ventilation systems.
  • Manufacturer specifications and technical manuals are evaluated for suitability for a range of design applications.
       
Element: Plan system components.
  • Appropriate zoning of air conditioning and ventilation systems is planned to comply with given specific performance objectives.
  • Air conditioning units are specified for optimum performance with reference to legislation, standards and other relevant documentation.
  • Fan types are specified for a range of applications with reference to legislation, standards and other relevant documentation.
  • Air diversion systems, including registers, are planned to ensure a balanced system with reference to legislation, standards and other relevant documentation.
  • Required ventilation and duct work components are planned and locations are specified with reference to legislation, standards and other relevant documentation.
  • Approved materials for air conditioning and ventilation systems are specified.
  • Plans and drawings are completed using Australian standard drawing symbols related to air conditioning and ventilation in accordance with legislation, standards and other relevant documentation.
       
Element: Design and size systems.
  • Volume air changes per hour are calculated from given floor plans and details.
  • Methods for eliminating health risks from existing or proposed systems are specified with reference to legislation, standards and other relevant documentation.
  • Range of air conditioning and ventilation systems for given applications is designed and sized.
       
Element: Test systems.
  • Test procedures for air conditioning and ventilation systems are evaluated.
  • Tests are conducted using appropriate testing equipment, results are recorded and report is prepared.
  • Adjustments required as a result of testing are planned, designed and specified.
       
Element: Prepare documentation.
  • Appropriate checklist, including formulas required to carry out an air balance to a given specification, is developed.
  • Plans are prepared for a range of air conditioning and ventilation systems.
  • Specification for an air conditioning and ventilation system is prepared.
  • Testing and commissioning schedule is prepared.
  • Operation and maintenance manual is produced.
       


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

This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment providing that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate plumbing and services workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.

This unit of competency could be assessed by:

developing an air conditioning and ventilation system for a given project, including the schedule of works and job specification

preparing a graphical presentation of an air conditioning or ventilation system solution with specifications.

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:

establishing and evaluating design parameters for a range of air conditioning and ventilation systems

planning system components for a range of air conditioning and ventilation systems, including:

air conditioning units

ducting systems

fans

zones

designing and sizing a range of air conditioning and ventilation systems for given applications

developing an appropriate checklist for tests to be carried out on the system, including formulas required to carry out an air balance

conducting tests, recording and evaluating test results and preparing a report

preparing plans for a range of air conditioning and ventilation systems

preparing specifications for air conditioning and ventilation systems

preparing testing and commissioning schedules for air conditioning and ventilation systems

preparing operation and maintenance manuals for air conditioning and ventilation systems.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards' requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

an induction procedure and requirement

realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the minimum task requirements

relevant specifications and work instructions

tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices

support materials appropriate to activity

workplace instructions relating to safe working practices and addressing hazards and emergencies

material safety data sheets

research resources, including industry related systems information.

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice, with a decision on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's demonstrated ability and applied knowledge

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence.

Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.

Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Required skills for this unit are:

communication skills to:

communicate with others to ensure safe and effective work practices

confirm job specifications and client requirements

enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and understand

read and interpret:

plans, specifications, drawings and design briefs

manufacturer requirements and manuals

statutory and regulatory requirements and standards

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

use and interpret non-verbal communication

written skills to prepare documentation, including:

operation and maintenance manual

plans, specifications and schedules

innovation skills to develop creative and responsive approaches

numeracy skills to:

apply formulas and calculate air displacements and returns

calculate heat loads

planning and organisational skills to:

research, collect, organise and understand information relating to the design of air conditioning and ventilation systems

take initiative and make decisions

problem solving skills to analyse requirements, carry out tests, consider options and design an appropriate system

teamwork skills to be able to work with others and action tasks and relate to people from a range of cultural ethnic backgrounds and varying physical and mental abilities.

Required knowledge

Required knowledge for this unit is:

air psychometrics and the use of psychometric charts

Australian and New Zealand standards, manufacturer specifications, Building Code of Australia and other applicable codes or standard operating procedures relevant to the sector

compliance with OHS and organisational quality procedures and processes

hazards associated with devices and systems used in the hydraulic sector

heat load calculations

installation methods used in hydraulic systems

nature of materials and effect of performance

terminology and definitions used in hydraulic design

work drawings and specifications.

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.

Work scope may include:

documentation of layout of pipework and fixtures

interpretation of plans and specifications for an appropriate building and size

types of products and services, quantities, characteristics, sizes, patterns, dimensions, location, surfaces and compatibility.

Specific use conditions include:

age and activity of occupants

computer requirements

wet-bulb and dry-bulb temperature and humidity.

Psychometric evaluation includes:

absolute, specific and relative humidity

air composition

air properties, including:

density

expansion coefficient

kinematic viscosity

Prandtl number

specific heat

temperature

thermal conductivity

altitude, density and volume

determination of the air condition using a psychometric or Mollier chart, showing:

dewpoint temperature

dry-bulb temperature

enthalpy

humidity ratio

relative humidity

specific volume

wet-bulb temperature.

Calculation of heat loads includes:

assessment of factors affecting heat load, including:

insulation

number of personnel

number of windows

room dimensions

usage

weather effects

using:

calculation using software systems

heat load calculation methods and formulas

manual calculation.

Building heat losses may include:

construction materials

insulation materials

maintaining plenum

occupancy

room sizes.

Legislation, standards and other relevant documentation is to be in accordance with federal, state and territory legislation and regulations and may include:

OHS requirements, including:

growth and distribution of Legionella pneumophila bacteria and other water and airborne infectious bacterial agents

handling of materials, including hazardous materials and substances

hazard control

organic and inorganic contaminants

personal protective clothing and equipment

use of first aid equipment

use of tools and equipment

workplace environment and safety

environmental requirements, including water quality management, which may include the breeding of mosquitoes

quality assurance requirements, including:

AS1100 Technical drawing materials

AS1668 Ventilation systems: Parts 1 and 2

AS1677 Refrigerating systems

AS3666 Handling microbial systems

Environment Protection Authority

internal company quality assurance policy and risk management strategy

International Standards Organisation

site safety plan

workplace operations and procedures

specifications and operational manuals for:

commissioning and testing

components installation

fittings

manufacturer specifications, literature and data

materials

pumps

systems

valves.

Specifications may include:

durability

fire rating requirements

longevity

type of application.

Applications include:

amenities

residential, industrial and commercial applications.

Designed and sized include:

designs that are prescriptive and include detail relating to:

cost

materials and quality of work

milestones

nominated subcontractors

provision of on-site facilities and site access

quality assurance

standard procedures

work schedules

design parameters may include:

client requirements

legislative requirements

OHS requirements

user requirements in relation to zoning

design and sizing to be completed:

using appropriate software

with reference to calculations, tables, regulations and manufacturer specifications.

Tests and testing equipment include:

air pressure

air velocity

air volume

humidity

Pitot tubes

sound power levels

temperature.

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
Client requirements are determined from plans, specifications and client briefs to determine work scope. 
User comfort conditions and specific use conditions are evaluated and psychometric evaluation and heat loads are calculated. 
Building heat losses are evaluated. 
Distribution requirements for air conditioning and ventilation system applications are specified. 
Range of air conditioning and ventilation systems are evaluated in accordance with given applications. 
Mechanical services drawings are evaluated and interpreted. 
Health risks that may arise due to poor maintenance of air conditioning and ventilation systems are evaluated. 
Minimum performance requirements are specified for several different air conditioning and ventilation systems. 
Manufacturer specifications and technical manuals are evaluated for suitability for a range of design applications. 
Appropriate zoning of air conditioning and ventilation systems is planned to comply with given specific performance objectives. 
Air conditioning units are specified for optimum performance with reference to legislation, standards and other relevant documentation. 
Fan types are specified for a range of applications with reference to legislation, standards and other relevant documentation. 
Air diversion systems, including registers, are planned to ensure a balanced system with reference to legislation, standards and other relevant documentation. 
Required ventilation and duct work components are planned and locations are specified with reference to legislation, standards and other relevant documentation. 
Approved materials for air conditioning and ventilation systems are specified. 
Plans and drawings are completed using Australian standard drawing symbols related to air conditioning and ventilation in accordance with legislation, standards and other relevant documentation. 
Volume air changes per hour are calculated from given floor plans and details. 
Methods for eliminating health risks from existing or proposed systems are specified with reference to legislation, standards and other relevant documentation. 
Range of air conditioning and ventilation systems for given applications is designed and sized. 
Test procedures for air conditioning and ventilation systems are evaluated. 
Tests are conducted using appropriate testing equipment, results are recorded and report is prepared. 
Adjustments required as a result of testing are planned, designed and specified. 
Appropriate checklist, including formulas required to carry out an air balance to a given specification, is developed. 
Plans are prepared for a range of air conditioning and ventilation systems. 
Specification for an air conditioning and ventilation system is prepared. 
Testing and commissioning schedule is prepared. 
Operation and maintenance manual is produced. 

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