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Diagnose and repair faults in wind turbine electrical systems

Diagnose and repair faults in wind turbine electrical systems

Unit of competency
National Code
UEPMNT006
State Code
ODY63
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/04/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/04/2023
Field of Education
031399 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
14/04/2023
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in large scale wind turbine electrical systems.Diagnosis and repair of faults is the process of optimising large scale wind turbine electrical system performance through regular inspection and verification of operational efficiency. Competency in this unit requires the ability to gather data, interpret data to establish hypothesis about wind turbine electrical system fault, repair wind turbine electrical system faultand record wind turbine electrical system fault. Individuals will, in general, work under supervision in an electrical, electronic and/or mechanical equipment repair workshop or on site. Power generation maintenance personnel are trained and authorised to receive permits to work.Licensing/Certification InformationThe application of the skills and knowledge described within this unit may require a licence/registration to practice in the workplace. Other conditions may also apply under State and Territory legislative and regulatory licencing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing this unit. For this unit persons must have one of the following as an entry requirement:Unrestricted Electrical Licence issued in an Australian State or Territory, or Electrical Fitter Occupational Licence issued in an Australian State or Territory, orUEEEL0028 Conduct compliance and functional verification of electrical apparatus and existing circuits, orUEEEL0039 Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Gather data
  • 1.1 Data logging information and error codes are accessed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Sensory data on fault is gathered in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Documentation is accessed in accordance with workplace procedures to support fault-finding process
  • 1.4 Built-in fault indicators and error codes are, where appropriate, examined and interpreted
  • 1.5 Reference to circuit diagrams, manufacturers' recommendations and specifications, schematics or consultation with technical adviser is used to determine electrical circuit or system functions and characteristics
2 Interpret data to establish hypothesisaboutwindturbineelectrical system fault
  • 2.1 Knowledge of wind turbine electrical systems and performance parameters is applied to interpretation of fault data
  • 2.2 Wind turbine electrical system faults are verified or localised using appropriate techniques, tools and test equipment in accordance with workplace procedures.
  • 2.3 Priorities are set for testing or replacement of specific components, wiring and connections in the wind turbine electrical system
3 Repair windturbineelectrical system fault
  • 3.1 Risk analysis is undertaken and is communicated to work team and appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Safety precautions including circuit isolations, physical barriers and other protective devices or systems are, where appropriate, used in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Tests are conducted to ensure wind turbine electrical system fault has been isolated
  • 3.4 Loose connections or wiring are repaired in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Faulty parts of wind turbine electrical system are removed and replaced with tested and operational parts
  • 3.6 Wind turbine electrical system is tested in accordance with workplace procedures to ensure correct operation
  • 3.7 Repairs to complex faults are, if required, escalated in accordance with workplace procedures to a technical adviser
4 Record windturbineelectrical system fault
  • 4.1 Wind turbine electrical system faulty components and parts are tagged, identified and stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Faults are recorded in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAH54 UEPMNT447 Diagnose and repair faults in wind turbine generator electrical systems Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHQ4 UEP40622 Certificate IV in Wind Power Generation Qualification