Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
PMAOPS223B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate and monitor valve systems
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
Qualification | - |
Unit of Competency | PMAOPS223B - Operate and monitor valve systems |
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Description | In a typical scenario an operator adjusts and monitors valves and ancillary equipment as part of controlling a process, eg hydrocarbons transport pipeline, gas distribution network. | ||
Employability Skills | This unit contains employability skills. | ||
Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit may be required when PMAOPS222B Operate and monitor pumping systems and equipment is appropriate. It may only be counted towards a qualification where competence in PMAOPS201B Operate fluid flow equipment is unable to be obtained due to the nature of the job, but the operation of valves is relevant.The operations technician would:identify and report operational problemsbe aware of and contribute to a safe working environmentcontribute to the safe and productive operation of the valveoperate, monitor and maintain equipment using relevant proceduresGenerally the operator would be part of a team and would be expected to be competent in all parts of this unit. At all times they would be liaising and cooperating with other members of the team/shift. | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. |
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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 | |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Prepare for work. |
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Element: Prepare valves for operation. |
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Element: Operate valve systems. |
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Element: Conduct operational maintenance |
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Element: Isolate and de-isolate valves. |
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