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

NWP355B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Monitor, operate and control membrane filtration processes

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency NWP355B - Monitor, operate and control membrane filtration processes
Description This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to monitor, operate and control membrane filtration plant, including micro and ultra filtration; and to measure and report on system performance and process quality control. The ability to identify faults, determine and apply technical adjustments, conduct chemical dosing procedures and produce technical reports are essential to performance.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for operational staff with a specific responsibility for ensuring that membrane filtration processes in treatment plants conform to organisational standards and comply with statutory requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field Treatment.
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Monitor membrane filtration plant performance.
  • Monitor test results and processes to maintain the parameters of operation.
  • Identify and report process faults and the operational condition of plant according to organisational and statutory requirements.
  • Correctly select, fit and use required safety equipment, including personal protective equipment.
       
Element: Control chemical use.
  • Use, handle and store chemicals according to organisational procedures and statutory requirements.
  • Determine chemical dosing according to plant processes and organisational procedures and statutory requirements.
  • Maintain chemical supply and usage records according to statutory requirements.
       
Element: Operate and control membrane filtration processes.
  • Carry out routine plant inspections according to organisational and plant requirements
  • Conduct and analyse process tests and determine performance against plant operational requirements.
  • Make integrated process adjustments to improve system performance according to organisational and statutory requirements.
  • Collect, interpret and record process data according to organisational and plant requirements.
       
Element: Compile process reports.
  • Compile reports from plant and system data to meet organisational and statutory requirements.
  • Report observations outside defined parameters for further action.
       


Evidence Required

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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 the Training Package.

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

The candidate should demonstrate the ability to monitor, operate and control membrane filtration processes, including:

monitoring test results and processes

identifying and reporting faults

conducting routine plant inspections

taking samples and performing basic tests

preparing and applying chemical dosing

making basic process adjustments according to instructions

collecting data and completing required documentation

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Access to the workplace and resources including:

documentation that should normally be available in a water industry organisation

relevant codes, standards, and government regulations

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

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

a decision of competence only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's competence over time and in various contexts

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

where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (RCC/RPL), the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time

assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and must include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Questioning will be undertaken in a manner appropriate to the skill levels of the operator, any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and reflecting the requirements of the competency and the work being performed.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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

Required skills:

identify and correct operational problems

produce reports and logs

use safety and personal protective equipment

interpret plans, charts and instructions

interpret policies, procedures and standards

communicate with employees and customers

use communication equipment

give and receive instructions

determine chemical dosing requirements

perform system calculations

operate computerised equipment

identify control system faults

sample and test products

Required knowledge:

system layout

system processes

lock out procedures for mechanical and electrical installations

policies, procedures and legislation

relevant utilities and service bodies

communication systems

hazardous materials handling

risk factors and potential hazards involved with membrane filtration processes

interpretation of material safety data sheets

equipment operation, capacity and limitations

chemical dosing calculations

pipes and fittings

pumping and valving systems

mechanical and electrical control systems

principles that form the basis of membrane filtration processes for water or wastewater treatment

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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Processes may include:

micro filtration

ultra filtration

Organisational and statutory requirements may include:

by-laws and organisational policies

standard operating procedures

Australian Drinking Water Guidelines

National Water Quality Management strategy

environment protection

occupational health and safety, including the use of personal protective equipment

chemicals

dangerous goods

lifts and cranes

Environment Protection Authority regulations

World Health Organisation standards

licensing agreements

electrical standards

Routine plant inspections may include:

the use of equipment, including:

electronic monitoring and metering systems

chart recording systems

basic hand tools

sampling and laboratory testing equipment

computerised equipment

on- and off-road vehicles

communication equipment

personal protective equipment

interaction and communication with other employees, other authorities and the general public

visual observation

implementation of reporting procedures that may also include procedures for the implementation of by-laws, organisational policies and statutory requirements

Tests may include:

turbidity

colour

pH

transmembrane pressure

Process adjustments may include:

pre-treatment

pH correction

backwash frequency

clean in place cycles

Reports may include:

chemical usage

environmental reports

plant performance data

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Monitor test results and processes to maintain the parameters of operation. 
Identify and report process faults and the operational condition of plant according to organisational and statutory requirements. 
Correctly select, fit and use required safety equipment, including personal protective equipment. 
Use, handle and store chemicals according to organisational procedures and statutory requirements. 
Determine chemical dosing according to plant processes and organisational procedures and statutory requirements. 
Maintain chemical supply and usage records according to statutory requirements. 
Carry out routine plant inspections according to organisational and plant requirements 
Conduct and analyse process tests and determine performance against plant operational requirements. 
Make integrated process adjustments to improve system performance according to organisational and statutory requirements. 
Collect, interpret and record process data according to organisational and plant requirements. 
Compile reports from plant and system data to meet organisational and statutory requirements. 
Report observations outside defined parameters for further action. 

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