Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 8:05 PM AWST
22/07/2026 8:05 PM AWST
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Monitor and control power generation systems
Monitor and control power generation systems
Unit of competency
National Code
PPMEPG201
PPMEPG201
State Code
ODU00
ODU00
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/05/2022
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
31/05/2022
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and control power generation systems that are steam generated and produce power output of less than 500kW or use gas fired turbines that produce power greater than 500kW, and record and report operating data.The unit applies to production support operators who assist in power generation operations, undertaking routine work in monitoring, identifying and solving predictable problems that occur with integrated equipment and continuous operations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. This unit should not be used where the turbine equipment falls under the category for which a high risk work licence is required. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority for appropriate unit and licensing requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to monitor power generation operations
- 1.1 Check production requirements at start of shift and plan work activities according to workplace health and safety and standard operating procedures
- 1.2 Identify health and safety hazards and report safety concerns
- 1.3 Select and fit personal protective equipment according to safety requirements
- 1.4 Confirm power generation processes are within operational specifications by observation and inspection
- 1.5 Maintain process supplies to meet production requirements
- 1.6 Record turbine operational performance according to workplace requirements
- 1.7 Communicate operational status to relevant personnel
2. Undertake routine monitoring and control of power generation operations
- 2.1 Confirm operational status by inspection and routine observation
- 2.2 Monitor and maintain continuing process supplies to meet production requirements
- 2.3 Measure turbine pressures, temperatures and flows according to operating procedures and manufacturer specifications
- 2.4 Adjust turbine and generation controls to maintain operation within specifications
- 2.5 Monitor and maintain power output demand and distribution system to meet production requirements
3. Record power generation performance and handover operations
- 3.1 Record power generation processes and pressures, temperatures and flows data according to workplace requirements
- 3.2 Record and report maintenance requirements
- 3.3 Brief incoming operators on status of power generations operations and equipment according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXI36 | PPMEPG210 | Monitor and control power generation system | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHM0 | PPM20121 | Certificate II in Pulp and Paper Operations | Qualification |