This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to modify/redesign industrial computer systems.

It includes applying safe working practices, identifying system parameters, modifying systems, following procedures and documenting final modifications for approval.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.).

Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, skills and knowledge described in this unit require a relevant contract of training, such as an Australian Apprenticeship.

Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.

Permits may also be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.

No other licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare to modify/redesign computer systems

1.1

WHS/ OHS processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are obtained and applied

1.2

WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures in preparation for the work are followed

1.3

Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted and risk control measures implemented

1.4

Relevant person/s is consulted to ensure work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the worksite

1.5

System operating parameters are identified by reviewing system specifications and component technical data

1.6

Limitations and operation of the system to be modified are determined from specifications and manufacturers' data

1.7

Modification is determined from measurements, tests, inspections, system limitations and relevant industry requirements

1.8

Specifications and work instructions for the modifications are documented in accordance with workplace procedures

1.9

Tools, equipment, applications and testing devices required for work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety

1.10

Preparatory work is checked to ensure no damage has occurred in accordance with workplace procedures

2

Generate modification/redesign of computer systems

2.1

WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed

2.2

Alternative modification arrangements are discussed with relevant person/s

2.3

Safety, functionality and economic considerations are incorporated in the proposed modification design

2.4

Proposed modification for alteration of the system/s and specifications is documented in accordance with relevant industry standards

2.5

Changed outcomes in the use and operation of the system/s of the proposed modification are documented

2.6

Unplanned situations are dealt with in consultation with relevant person/s and job specifications in accordance with relevant industry standards

2.7

Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes

2.8

Modification/redesign is carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy principles

3

Complete and report modification/redesign activities

3.1

WHS/OHS risk control work completion measures and workplace procedures are followed

3.2

Proposed modification is checked in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant industry standards

3.3

Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures

3.4

Proposed modification is submitted for workplace and relevant industry standard approval

3.5

Approved modification/redesign documents are completed and stored in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant industry standards

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least two separate occasions and include:

applying relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including:

using risk control measures

checking work to ensure no damage and/or waste to apparatus, environment, materials and services

consulting with relevant person/s to ensure work is coordinated effectively

dealing with unplanned events in consultation with relevant person/s and job specifications

determining limitations and operation of the system to be modified

developing outlines of alternative designs

developing the modified/redesigned system within safety and functional requirements and budget considerations

discussing alternative modification arrangements

documenting and presenting modifications/redesigns

documenting specifications and work instructions for the modifications

generating modification/redesign of computer system/s

identifying system operating parameters by reviewing system specifications and component technical data

obtaining approval for final modified/redesigned system

obtaining tools, equipment, applications and testing devices and checking for correct operation and safety

preparing to modify/redesign of computer system/s

using sustainable energy practices.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

design objectives (specifications)

functional and non-functional requirements of customer/s

implementation of the selected design

optimisation of the proposed solution

problem-solving techniques

relevant analysis

relevant computer system and modifications

relevant industry standards

relevant job safety assessments or risk mitigation processes

relevant manufacturer specifications and installation instructions

relevant materials, apparatus, environment and services

relevant modification/redesign specifications?

relevant system limitations and operation

relevant system operating parameters

relevant tools, equipment, applications and testing/measuring devices

relevant WHS/OHS legislated requirements

relevant workplace documentation

relevant workplace instructions, policies and procedures

sustainable energy principles

validations of the resulting design.

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in suitable workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated suitable workplace operational situations that replicate workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

relevant and appropriate materials, tools, facilities and equipment currently used in industry

resources that reflect current industry practices in relation to modifying/redesigning computer systems

applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, equipment specifications, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Modifying/redesigning computer systems must include at least two of the following:

computer systems

associated components

applications

controls

Electrotechnology

Computer Systems