Operate solvent extraction equipment

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 PMAOPS264A, 'Operate solvent extraction equipment'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Operate solvent extraction equipment' 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

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Identify work requirements

1.2

Identify and control hazards

1.3

Coordinate with appropriate personnel

1.4

Check for recent work undertaken on plant

1.5

Note any outstanding/incomplete work

1.6

Check operational status of solvent extraction plant/equipment

1.7

Complete any required pre-start checks

2

Operate solvent extraction equipment

2.1

Identify the type of solvent and solvent extraction equipment

2.2

Start up and shut down solvent extraction equipment according to the solvent extraction equipment type and duty

2.3

Adjust process variables as appropriate to type of solvent extraction equipment

2.4

Complete routine checks, logs and paperwork, taking appropriate action on unexpected readings and trends

3

Operate ancillary equipment, as required

3.1

Monitor critical variables

3.2

Keep critical variables in range

3.3

Recognise trends/patterns which indicate a potential or actual problem with the equipment

3.4

Take appropriate action to ensure equipment is returned to full performance in a timely manner

4

Recognise problems and take appropriate action

4.1

Monitor plant frequently and critically throughout shift using measured/indicated data and senses (e.g. sight and hearing), as appropriate

4.2

Recognise developing situations which may require action

4.3

Make appropriate adjustments to solvent extraction equipment and duty

4.4

Take other appropriate actions on solvent extraction problems

4.5

Identify upstream and downstream impacts of any adjustment made or variation in conditions

5

Isolate and de-isolate plant

5.1

Isolate plant

5.2

Make safe for required work

5.3

Check plant is ready to be returned to service

5.4

Prepare plant for return to service


Qualifications and Skillsets

PMAOPS264A appears in the following qualifications:

  • PMA20113 - Certificate II in Process Plant Operations