Qualification Outline
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Diploma of ESI - Power Systems
Diploma of ESI - Power Systems
UET50219
BEW6
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 20/04/2021 | Current | Replaced |
| 1.00 | 25/09/2019 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge to work in the electricity supply industry (ESI) as a High Voltage (HV) Substation Project Manager or a Senior Systems Operator (ESI) or a Power Systems Technical Officer.
This qualification covers overseeing the construction of electrical substations and related projects within the ESI. It also includes managing personnel, the business aspects of projects and giving specialist advice to deal with day-to-day issues and problems.
The skills and knowledge described within the units in this qualification may require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace.
Additional and/or other conditions may also apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licensing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing the qualification.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
A total of 1600 weighting points comprising:- 700 core weighting points listed below; plus
- 900 general elective weighting points from the general elective units listed below.
Choose a total of 900 weighting points elective units from the list below, of which between 0 and 270 weighting points can be taken from Group A; between 0 and 400 weighting points can be taken from Group B; between 0 and 200 weighting points can be taken from Group C and between 140 and 900 weighting points taken from Group D. You may select all your electives from this group.
Up to 270 weighting points of the general elective units Group A may be selected, with appropriate contextualisation, from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided selected units contribute to the vocational outcome of the qualification. Previously assigned weighting points are listed in UET Transmission, Distribution and Rail Sector Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide, if not listed weighting points will be 10 points.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure all prerequisite units specified are complied with.
1. Core Units
All core units must be completed.
2. Group A: Imported and Common Elective Units
Between 0 and 270 weighting points may be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUK09 | BSBINN502 | Build and sustain an innovative work environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL89 | BSBLED501 | Develop a workplace learning environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI86 | BSBSUS501 | Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL24 | BSBMGT516 | Facilitate continuous improvement | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUH47 | BSBWOR502 | Lead and manage team effectiveness | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ29 | BSBINM501 | Manage an information or knowledge management system | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH01 | BSBFIM501 | Manage budgets and financial plans | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ03 | BSBMGT517 | Manage operational plan | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI44 | BSBMGT502 | Manage people performance | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK69 | BSBWOR501 | Manage personal work priorities and professional development | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUM47 | BSBCUS501 | Manage quality customer service | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: Qualification Elective Units
Between 0 and 400 weighting points may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC532 | UEENEEH102A | Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components | 36 | Unit of competency |
| OBH86 | UETTDREL15 | Respond to power systems technical enquiries and requests | 36 | Unit of competency |
| OBH47 | UETTDRIS67 | Solve problems in energy supply network equipment | 72 | Unit of competency |
| OBH46 | UETTDRIS68 | Solve problems in energy supply network protection equipment and systems | 36 | Unit of competency |
| S7315 | UEENEEG006A | Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage machines | 72 | Unit of competency |
| WC567 | UEENEEH139A | Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits | 36 | Unit of competency |
| WC542 | UEENEEH112A | Troubleshoot digital sub-systems | 72 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: Qualification Elective Units
Between 0 and 200 weighting points may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC671 | UEENEEI155A | Develop structured programs to control external devices | 36 | Unit of competency |
| OBI16 | UETTDRDS34 | Draft and layout a power system distribution substation minor upgrade | 54 | Unit of competency |
| OBI19 | UETTDRDS31 | Draft and layout a power system overhead distribution extension | 54 | Unit of competency |
| OBI17 | UETTDRDS33 | Draft and layout a power system street lighting system | 54 | Unit of competency |
| OBI18 | UETTDRDS32 | Draft and layout a power system underground distribution extension | 54 | Unit of competency |
| WC455 | UEENEEE191A | Prepare electrotechnology/utilities drawings using manual drafting and CAD equipment and software | 54 | Unit of competency |
| WC454 | UEENEEE190A | Prepare engineering drawings using manual drafting and CAD for electrotechnology/utilities applications | 54 | Unit of competency |
| WC456 | UEENEEE192A | Produce detailed electrotechnology /utilities drawings using computer aided design equipment and software | 54 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D: Qualification Elective Units
Between 140 and 900 weighting points to be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J170 | UET50212 | Diploma of ESI - Power Systems | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHB0 | UET50221 | Diploma of ESI - Power Systems | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.