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

NWPSOU022 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Monitor and control dam operations

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency NWPSOU022 - Monitor and control dam operations
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills required to prepare for and implement dam operation plans, including inspection and testing of dam safety mechanisms.This unit applies to those working as field and operational staff with a specific responsibility for the operation of ungated dams.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision while performing routine tasks in a limited range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Source
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: Plan and prepare for dam operation
  • Check and apply guidelines and regulatory requirements for dam operation to operation plans.
  • Prepare for dam operations.
       
Element: Implement dam operation plans
  • Follow dam operation plans.
  • Inspect and test plant and equipment.
  • Test and record dam safety mechanisms.
       
Element: Compile and process operation reports
  • Collect operational data from measurement instruments, inspections and team members.
  • Process, evaluate, validate, record and store operational data.
  • Record and report structural, material and/or equipment problems.
  • Recommend remedial action.
       
Element: Plan and prepare for dam operation
  • Check and apply guidelines and regulatory requirements for dam operation to operation plans.
  • Prepare for dam operations.
       
Element: Implement dam operation plans
  • Follow dam operation plans.
  • Inspect and test plant and equipment.
  • Test and record dam safety mechanisms.
       
Element: Compile and process operation reports
  • Collect operational data from measurement instruments, inspections and team members.
  • Process, evaluate, validate, record and store operational data.
  • Record and report structural, material and/or equipment problems.
  • Recommend remedial action.
       


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Plan and prepare for dam operation

1.1 Check and apply guidelines and regulatory requirements for dam operation to operation plans.

1.2 Prepare for dam operations.

2. Implement dam operation plans

2.1 Follow dam operation plans.

2.2 Inspect and test plant and equipment.

2.3 Test and record dam safety mechanisms.

3. Compile and process operation reports

3.1 Collect operational data from measurement instruments, inspections and team members.

3.2 Process, evaluate, validate, record and store operational data.

3.3 Record and report structural, material and/or equipment problems.

3.4 Recommend remedial action.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

identifying and investigating operational, access or security problems

conducting inspections

implementing operational activities

interpreting plans, drawings, instructions, standard operating procedures, policies and standards

using equipment, tools, machinery and personal protective equipment

identifying safety hazards

preparing for and implementing dam operation plans

operating dams

interpreting technical documentation

collecting and analysing technical information

preparing required reports

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

properties of stored water

basic dam design principles

risks to dams

lessons from dam incidents

dam safety emergency operations

dam security issues

dam access issues

dam operation principles

basic materials science

communication systems

basic principles of hydraulics

system layout

environmental aspects of operation and maintenance

lock out procedures for mechanical and electrical installations

control systems

equipment operation

relevant utilities and service bodies

hazardous materials handling

effects of weather and conditions on bulkwater assets

risk management techniques

WHS

organisational and statutory requirements

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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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Plan and prepare for dam operation

1.1 Check and apply guidelines and regulatory requirements for dam operation to operation plans.

1.2 Prepare for dam operations.

2. Implement dam operation plans

2.1 Follow dam operation plans.

2.2 Inspect and test plant and equipment.

2.3 Test and record dam safety mechanisms.

3. Compile and process operation reports

3.1 Collect operational data from measurement instruments, inspections and team members.

3.2 Process, evaluate, validate, record and store operational data.

3.3 Record and report structural, material and/or equipment problems.

3.4 Recommend remedial action.

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
Check and apply guidelines and regulatory requirements for dam operation to operation plans. 
Prepare for dam operations. 
Follow dam operation plans. 
Inspect and test plant and equipment. 
Test and record dam safety mechanisms. 
Collect operational data from measurement instruments, inspections and team members. 
Process, evaluate, validate, record and store operational data. 
Record and report structural, material and/or equipment problems. 
Recommend remedial action. 
Check and apply guidelines and regulatory requirements for dam operation to operation plans. 
Prepare for dam operations. 
Follow dam operation plans. 
Inspect and test plant and equipment. 
Test and record dam safety mechanisms. 
Collect operational data from measurement instruments, inspections and team members. 
Process, evaluate, validate, record and store operational data. 
Record and report structural, material and/or equipment problems. 
Recommend remedial action. 

Forms

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