Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- Assessment Template
- generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
- Assessment Matrix
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- Observation Checklist
- create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)
- Self Assessment Survey
- A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
- Moodle Outcomes
- Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
- Registered Training Organisations
- Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver MARL034, 'Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine electrical systems'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine electrical systems' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. | ||
1 | Evaluate advanced electrical layout systems | 1.1 | Effects of power factor changes on prime mover, alternator and electrical system are analysed |
1.2 | Methods of altering load power factor by means of capacitors or synchronous machines are explained | ||
1.3 | Methods of obtaining constant frequency from a variable frequency output such as a main engine driven alternator and/or variable speed drives for a self discharging equipment are explained | ||
1.4 | Protecting systems available for shaft driven alternators are evaluated | ||
2 | Analyse construction and principles of operation of different types of marine alternators | 2.1 | Construction and operating parameters of different types of marine alternators are compared and contrasted |
2.2 | Cooling systems, leak detection, monitoring and protection systems in different types of marine alternators are compared and contrasted | ||
2.3 | Procedures for drying out an alternator with a low insulation resistance are explained | ||
2.4 | Excitation systems and methods of flashing alternator after loss of excitation are appraised | ||
2.5 | Systems used for protecting against high winding temperatures, circulating currents, loss of excitation and internal short circuit are evaluated | ||
3 | Analyse different types of direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) marine motors | 3.1 | Different types and applications of marine motors are compared and contrasted |
3.2 | Difference between types of encapsulation is explained and where they should be used is justified | ||
3.3 | Motor ratings and effect of overloading on different types of motor are assessed | ||
3.4 | Possible operational problems associated with marine motors are analysed and appropriate remedial action is devised | ||
3.5 | Procedure for drying out a motor that has become unserviceable due to either long-term storage or immersion in seawater is formulated | ||
3.6 | Effects of operating star connected motors compared with delta connected motors are distinguished and when this may be required is suggested | ||
3.7 | Different types and applications of special motors for deck and cargo operation are analysed | ||
4 | Analyse requirements of motor starters for 3 phase and synchronous motors | 4.1 | Differentiation is established between different types of motor starters |
4.2 | Different types of starters are evaluated in terms of starting torque and current, and are compared to particular motor applications | ||
4.3 | Simple starter circuit diagrams are evaluated and operating principles of motor starters are explained | ||
4.4 | Documentation and circuit and wiring diagrams are used for fault-finding in motor starters | ||
4.5 | Routine maintenance program for monitoring vibration and insulation resistance levels of motors is designed | ||
5 | Analyse lighting systems used on board ships | 5.1 | Common types and applications of lighting systems are evaluated |
5.2 | Distribution layout systems are explained | ||
5.3 | Fault-finding method for lights and starter systems, including lighting in hazardous areas, is planned using circuit diagrams | ||
6 | Evaluate alternator excitation system design | 6.1 | Different types of excitation systems and impact of load changes are compared |
6.2 | Type, location and function of components involved in excitation are examined | ||
6.3 | Function, cooling, failure mode and procedures for testing and changing diodes are explained | ||
6.4 | Functions of an Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) and how it may be incorporated into an excitation system are explained | ||
6.5 | Process of fault-finding in an AVR and types, causes and remedies of common problems are explained | ||
6.6 | The impact excitation systems have on output in normal and adverse circumstances is assessed | ||
7 | Analyse power management and UPS fitted to vessels | 7.1 | Operational functions of power management systems during high load, overload and short circuit conditions are analysed |
7.2 | Functions and components of UPS systems are evaluated | ||
7.3 | Limitations of power management and UPS fitted to vessels are analysed | ||
7.4 | System response under possible fault conditions of vessel power management and UPS are determined | ||
8 | Analyse vessel cathodic protection system | 8.1 | Cathodic protection systems and how they interact are analysed |
8.2 | Components of cathodic protection systems are identified and life cycle maintenance program is prepared | ||
8.3 | Modifications required for operating parameters of cathodic protection systems when operating alongside an active wharf or another vessel are determined | ||
8.4 | Likely causes of corrosion in relation to size, location or distribution of anodes or current densities are assessed | ||
8.5 | Other corrosion problems in shipboard environment that may be cause of electrical problems are appraised | ||
9 | Assess requirements and components associated with electrical systems for hazardous spaces on board vessels | 9.1 | Different types, limitation and nameplate identification of ‘E’ equipment are compared |
9.2 | Requirements of classification societies are distinguished from administrations regarding electrical installations on board vessels | ||
9.3 | Lighting and power supply requirements of pump rooms are identified | ||
9.4 | Safety requirements for electrical equipment and safety practices on board vessels and how these are extended when alongside a berth are analysed | ||
10 | Assess existing electrical shipboard equipment | 10.1 | Existing and new shipboard electrical equipment and systems are compared to assess future requirements as well as potential problems and preventative measures |
10.2 | Performance of existing shipboard electrical equipment and systems is analysed and cost effectiveness studies for modifications or improvements are prepared | ||
10.3 | Factors involved in commissioning new electrical plant are evaluated | ||
10.4 | Procedures involved in organising survey of existing plant are outlined | ||
10.5 | Procedures involved in making recommendations for new systems consistent with modified new ship building requirements are outlined | ||
11 | Appraise high voltage electrical motor propulsion systems | 11.1 | Safety requirements for working with high voltage systems are identified |
11.2 | Use of high voltage systems for propulsion and cargo handling is evaluated | ||
11.3 | Safe maintenance methods for high voltage switchgear and machines are analysed | ||