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

UEENEEI013B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Select equipment for process control systems

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency UEENEEI013B - Select equipment for process control systems
Description 1) 1.1) This unit covers selecting equipment for process control systems to meet performance standards. This encompasses the adoption of process control schemes that meet safety and process requirements, selection of control equipment and interconnecting cabling and tubing/piping based on calculated and deemed-to-comply arrangements.
Employability Skills 3)This unit contains Employability SkillsThe required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements.
Learning Outcomes and Application 4) This unit is intended for competency development entry level employment based programs incorporated in approved contracts of training. It may also be used to augment formally acquired competencies.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Prerequisite Unit(s) 2) 2.1) CompetenciesGranting competency in this unit shall be made only after competency in the following unit(s) has/have been confirmed.UEENEEI010B Set up and adjust process control loopsFor the full prerequisite chain details for this unit please refer to Table 2 in Volume 1, Part 2
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: Prepare to select equipment
  • The extent and nature of the control system is determined from job specifications.
  • Safety and other regulatory requirements to which the control system shall comply are identified, obtained and understood
  • Control apparatus and interconnecting components need for the control system and how they are arranged is determined from job specifications and knowledge of process control systems.
       
Element: Select control apparatus
  • Manufacturer's specifications and limitations of appropriate control apparatus is sought and comparisons made with process parameters and control requirements.
  • Control apparatus is selected on compatibility with process parameters and control requirements and environmental conditions.
  • Evidence of specified apparatus IP rating is sought from manufacturer where necessary.
  • Control valves are selected based on percentage travel, flow and loop-and-process characteristics, optimum size, range ability, ability to cope with process pressures and environmental considerations.
       
Element: Select interconnecting cabling and tubing/piping
  • Types of control cabling and their configuration are selected to meet environmental conditions and interconnection requirements.
  • Tubing/piping and accessories are sized to meet capacity and pressure requirements
  • Route lengths of cable and tubing/piping are determined from site drawings.
       
Element: Document process control system
  • Reasons for selections made, including calculations, are documented in accordance with established procedures.
  • Process control system arrange and specifications for all selected items are documented in accordance with established procedures and forwarded to appropriate person(s).
       


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.

9) 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 this Training Package.

The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this unit. It must be used in conjunction with all parts of the unit and performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Overview of Assessment

9.1)

Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment, such as Profiling, require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time. This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention. It is the industry-preferred model for apprenticeships. However, where summative (or final) assessment is used it is to include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or, at a minimum, the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment. In some circumstances, assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace. However, it must be in accordance with industry and regulatory policy.

Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors. These include the extent of the assessment, the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place, access to physical resources, additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed.

The critical safety nature of working with electricity, electrical equipment, gas or any other hazardous substance/material carries risk in deeming a person competent. Sources of evidence need to be 'rich' in nature to minimise error in judgment.

Activities associated with normal everyday work influence how/how much the data gathered will contribute to its 'richness'. Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practised. These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments. Sample assessment instruments are included for Assessors in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

9.2)

Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites must be met.

Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically. Each Element and associated performance criteria must be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the 'Assessment Guidelines - UEE07'. Evidence shall also comprise:

A representative body of work performance demonstrated within the timeframes typically expected of the discipline, work function and industrial environment. In particular this shall incorporate evidence that shows a candidate is able to:

Implement Occupational Health and Safety workplace procedures and practices, including the use of risk control measures as specified in the performance criteria and range statement

Apply sustainable energy principles and practices as specified in the performance criteria and range statement

Demonstrate an understanding of the essential knowledge and associated skills as described in this unit. It may be required by some jurisdictions that RTOs provide a percentile graded result for the purpose of regulatory or licensing requirements.

Demonstrate an appropriate level of skills enabling employment

Conduct work observing the relevant Anti Discrimination legislation, regulations, polices and workplace procedures

Demonstrated consistent performance across a representative range of contexts from the prescribed items below:

Select equipment for process control systems as listed as described in 8) and including:

A

Arranging control system to comply with safety and other regulatory requirements and process functions

B

Selecting compliant and compatible apparatus

C

Selecting appropriate control cabling and tubing/piping

D

Documenting control system arrangement, specification for items selected and reasons for the selections made

E

Dealing with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in a holistic assessment with the above listed items

Note:
Successful completion of relevant vendor training may be used to contribute to evidence on which competency is deemed. In these cases the alignment of outcomes of vendor training with performance criteria and critical aspects of evidence shall be clearly identified.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

9.3)

This unit must be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures, information and resources typical of a workplace. This should include:

OHS policy and work procedures and instructions.

Suitable work environment, facilities, equipment and materials to undertake actual work as prescribed by this unit.

These should be part of the formal learning/assessment environment.

Note:

Where simulation is considered a suitable strategy for assessment, the conditions must be authentic and as far as possible reproduce and replicate the workplace and be consistent with the approved industry simulation policy.

The resources used for assessment should reflect current industry practices in relation to selecting equipment for process control systems.

Method of assessment

9.4)

This unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume 1, Part 3 'Assessment Guidelines'.

Note:
Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the Industry to which this unit applies. This requires assessment in a structured environment which is intended primarily for learning/assessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the essential knowledge and skills described in this unit.

Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units

9.5)

For optimisation of training and assessment effort, competency development in this unit may be arranged concurrently with unit:

UEENEED001B

Use basic computer applications relevant to a workplace

The critical aspects of occupational health and safety covered in unit UEENEEE001B and other discipline specific occupational health and safety units shall be incorporated in relation to this unit.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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

Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices and selecting equipment for process control systems.

All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies.

The extent of the essential knowledge and associated skills (EKAS) required is given in Volume 2 - Part 2.2 EKAS. It forms an integral part of this unit.

2.5.15

Measurement standards applicable to process instrumentation

2.12.12

Distributive control principles

2.12.13

Instrumentation and control communications

2.12.14

Indicators and methods of recording process data

2.12.20.1

Process equipment installation requirements and techniques

2.12.20.2

Process control arrangements and equipment selection

8) This relates to the unit as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the performance criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.

This unit must be demonstrated in relation to selecting equipment for two process control systems each with more than one input and more than one final control element.

Generic terms used throughout this Vocational Standard shall be regarded as part of the Range Statement in which competency is demonstrated. The definition of these and other terms that apply are given in Volume 2, Part 2.1.

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
The extent and nature of the control system is determined from job specifications. 
Safety and other regulatory requirements to which the control system shall comply are identified, obtained and understood 
Control apparatus and interconnecting components need for the control system and how they are arranged is determined from job specifications and knowledge of process control systems. 
Manufacturer's specifications and limitations of appropriate control apparatus is sought and comparisons made with process parameters and control requirements. 
Control apparatus is selected on compatibility with process parameters and control requirements and environmental conditions. 
Evidence of specified apparatus IP rating is sought from manufacturer where necessary. 
Control valves are selected based on percentage travel, flow and loop-and-process characteristics, optimum size, range ability, ability to cope with process pressures and environmental considerations. 
Types of control cabling and their configuration are selected to meet environmental conditions and interconnection requirements. 
Tubing/piping and accessories are sized to meet capacity and pressure requirements 
Route lengths of cable and tubing/piping are determined from site drawings. 
Reasons for selections made, including calculations, are documented in accordance with established procedures. 
Process control system arrange and specifications for all selected items are documented in accordance with established procedures and forwarded to appropriate person(s). 

Forms

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