Unit of competency Outline
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Install cathodic protection systems
Install cathodic protection systems
Unit of competency
National Code
UTGNGS309B
UTGNGS309B
State Code
M2042
M2042
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Archived
Archived
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/09/2003
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Original Release Date
25/09/2003
Nominal Hours
80
Description
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Applicable Australian Standards/legislation relevant to CP System may include OH&S legislation; utility codes and standards; safe working procedures and practices; AS 2885; AS 2430 - hazardous areas; AS 1768; AS 1596; AS 1697; AS 2832.1; AS 3000; AS 2239; AG 603
Location for maintaining CP Systems may be urban, country or remote. Monitor third party activities and installations.
Components and system may include solar powered power generation systems; 240 volt power generation systems; insulation and monolithic joints; galvanic anode beds; battery banks - acid and lead acid; transformer rectifiers and CPUs; lightning protection equipment; CP test points; Kirk cells.
Representatives in other utilities include other pipeline operators; electrical; rail; telecommunication
Types of checks and tests for CP systems may include on potential surveys; on/off potential surveys; coating defect assessment surveys (DCVG method, Pearson technique/method, over pipeline potential method); loop impedance testing; anode bed testing; soil resistivity testing; interference testing.
Test equipment may include reference half cells; multimeters; dataloggers; trycorders; syncorders; interruptors; CDA equipment; soil resistivity test equipment.
Drawings and specifications may include instrument electrical drawings; circuit diagrams; component charts; wiring diagrams; site layout drawings
The use of personal computers, other hardware mediums and associated software may be required.
Electrical equipment may include power and portable hand tools.
Location for maintaining CP Systems may be urban, country or remote. Monitor third party activities and installations.
Components and system may include solar powered power generation systems; 240 volt power generation systems; insulation and monolithic joints; galvanic anode beds; battery banks - acid and lead acid; transformer rectifiers and CPUs; lightning protection equipment; CP test points; Kirk cells.
Representatives in other utilities include other pipeline operators; electrical; rail; telecommunication
Types of checks and tests for CP systems may include on potential surveys; on/off potential surveys; coating defect assessment surveys (DCVG method, Pearson technique/method, over pipeline potential method); loop impedance testing; anode bed testing; soil resistivity testing; interference testing.
Test equipment may include reference half cells; multimeters; dataloggers; trycorders; syncorders; interruptors; CDA equipment; soil resistivity test equipment.
Drawings and specifications may include instrument electrical drawings; circuit diagrams; component charts; wiring diagrams; site layout drawings
The use of personal computers, other hardware mediums and associated software may be required.
Electrical equipment may include power and portable hand tools.
Critical aspects of evidence
Interpreting cathodic protection data system surveys and readings; implementing cathodic protection tests and surveys; locating and repairing faults; correct procedures for undertaking coating surveys; checking and maintaining potentials; install cathodic protection system
Context of assessment
Assessment of competency, including attainment of relevant knowledge and skills may be made through practical demonstration in an actual work environment or simulation of such an environment.
Specialised resources required for training and assessment
Installation of CP systems; appropriate equipment to install CP systems; availability of suitably qualified industry assessors; system which facilitates recording of trainees' profiles and progress; facilities for workplace or simulated environment assessment
Pre-requisites and co-requisite
This unit requires, as an entry, attainment of the Certificate II in Gas Operations and related units of competence.
Entry may also be accepted from those who have achieved an equivalent AQF level two-qualification competency outcome. As such, they would be expected to have attained sufficient relevant underpinning knowledge and skills, which could be used to accelerate their progress through this unit to the Certificate III in Gas Operations. However, should this not be the case a suitable bridging program is to form part of the entry requirement.
Additionally, this unit should be assessed in conjunction with or after competency has been demonstrated in Unit UTG NGS 308 A Maintain Cathodic Protection System and Units from the following National Electrotechnology Industry Competency Standards:
Unit UTE 99 NES 204 A - Install and Terminate Wiring Systems(Extra Low Voltage)
Unit UTE 99 NES 205 A- Install Electrical /Electronic Apparatus(Extra Low Voltage)
and Frontline Management III Competency Standards:
(BSXFM 1301 A) Manage Personal Work Priorities and Professional Development
(BSXFM 1302 A) Provide Leadership in the Workplace
(BSXFM 1303 A) Establish and Manage Effective Workplace Relationships and,
(BSXFM 1308 A) Develop and Maintain a Safe Workplace and Environment
Knowledge and Skills
The Evidence Guide is a set of guidelines which assist in the development of assessment instruments/tools to assess the competency of workers in the Gas Industry. This requires evidence of consistent achievement of the workplace outcomes covered by the unit.
An employee working at this level is required to demonstrate an awareness of the corrosion process; use current technology to record, analyse and interpret data; interpret system design, planning and operation; use the CP System and understand its relation to other utilities; undertake basic electrical measurement; demonstrate an understanding of coating requirements and their purpose; obtain relevant permit to work as required; adhere to electrical principles; select and use appropriate tools and equipment; understand and adhere to SOPs including recording and maintaining accurate records; adhere to OH&S and emergency procedures
Interpreting cathodic protection data system surveys and readings; implementing cathodic protection tests and surveys; locating and repairing faults; correct procedures for undertaking coating surveys; checking and maintaining potentials; install cathodic protection system
Context of assessment
Assessment of competency, including attainment of relevant knowledge and skills may be made through practical demonstration in an actual work environment or simulation of such an environment.
Specialised resources required for training and assessment
Installation of CP systems; appropriate equipment to install CP systems; availability of suitably qualified industry assessors; system which facilitates recording of trainees' profiles and progress; facilities for workplace or simulated environment assessment
Pre-requisites and co-requisite
This unit requires, as an entry, attainment of the Certificate II in Gas Operations and related units of competence.
Entry may also be accepted from those who have achieved an equivalent AQF level two-qualification competency outcome. As such, they would be expected to have attained sufficient relevant underpinning knowledge and skills, which could be used to accelerate their progress through this unit to the Certificate III in Gas Operations. However, should this not be the case a suitable bridging program is to form part of the entry requirement.
Additionally, this unit should be assessed in conjunction with or after competency has been demonstrated in Unit UTG NGS 308 A Maintain Cathodic Protection System and Units from the following National Electrotechnology Industry Competency Standards:
Unit UTE 99 NES 204 A - Install and Terminate Wiring Systems(Extra Low Voltage)
Unit UTE 99 NES 205 A- Install Electrical /Electronic Apparatus(Extra Low Voltage)
and Frontline Management III Competency Standards:
(BSXFM 1301 A) Manage Personal Work Priorities and Professional Development
(BSXFM 1302 A) Provide Leadership in the Workplace
(BSXFM 1303 A) Establish and Manage Effective Workplace Relationships and,
(BSXFM 1308 A) Develop and Maintain a Safe Workplace and Environment
Knowledge and Skills
The Evidence Guide is a set of guidelines which assist in the development of assessment instruments/tools to assess the competency of workers in the Gas Industry. This requires evidence of consistent achievement of the workplace outcomes covered by the unit.
An employee working at this level is required to demonstrate an awareness of the corrosion process; use current technology to record, analyse and interpret data; interpret system design, planning and operation; use the CP System and understand its relation to other utilities; undertake basic electrical measurement; demonstrate an understanding of coating requirements and their purpose; obtain relevant permit to work as required; adhere to electrical principles; select and use appropriate tools and equipment; understand and adhere to SOPs including recording and maintaining accurate records; adhere to OH&S and emergency procedures
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| M114 | UTG30198 | Certificate III in Gas Operations | Qualification |