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Manage heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems or projects

Manage heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems or projects

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM234034
State Code
OEW48
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
080315 - Project Management
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to provide a technical leadership role in the installation, modification, commissioning or ongoing management of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) systems.It includes awareness of current options and trends in HVACR design, analysis of existing sites and systems, interpreting manufacturer specifications, determining implications of relevant regulations and internal or external client brief, liaison with designers, and ensuring that team members are aware of technical and performance requirements.This unit applies to all forms of manufacturing and engineering where a technician who is providing technical leadership in HVACR system projects or management and assumes that the system or modification has already been designed. Work may relate to specific projects or regular scheduled operation and maintenance tasks. Environments for work are diverse and may include residential sites hospitality venues and health facilities as well as industrial locations.The unit applies to individuals who are required to provide high-level technical leadership to others. The other members of the team will normally include engineering tradespersons and can also include technicians and production personnel.Prior or concurrent experience in the HVACR control systems, hydronic and refrigeration systems and thermal loads, electrical principles, controller programming and computing is assumed.The unit complements the more general technical leadership and management skills found in unit MEM234001 Plan and manage engineering-related projects or operations. Informal technical or engineering advice situations are covered by the unit MEM234030 Provide specialised technical and engineering guidance to other technical employees.This unit does not reflect all technical skills and knowledge required for HVACR-related tasks. The required technical skills will depend on the particular task and will normally be covered through the combined skill and knowledge of the team. However, the unit presumes engineering skill and knowledge to at least Advanced Diploma level.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify scope of HVACR system work requirements
  • 1.1 Review HVACR system drawings, manufacturer manuals and other technical data for system specifications
  • 1.2 Determine HVACR system performance requirements
  • 1.3 Determine if any commissioning or modification actions are required to ensure performance requirements are met
  • 1.4 Determine relevant regulatory requirements
  • 1.5 Inspect site and any existing HVACR equipment to confirm or determine suitability, availability of other services and control requirements
  • 1.6 Produce or review HVACR system management schedule including any required installation, commissioning, and modification or maintenance requirements
  • 1.7 Integrate building management systems (BMS) considerations into the schedule based on work requirements
2. Brief team on HVACR system work requirements
  • 2.1 Distribute and discuss drawings, schedules, and major materials and equipment with team
  • 2.2 Arrange for required request for further information (RFIs) with designers
  • 2.3 Brief team on key compliance and risk factors, including regulatory, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements
  • 2.4 Agree with team on critical control points and reporting requirements
3. Commence installation, commissioning, modification or maintenance tasks
  • 3.1 Supervise any equipment shutdowns required for task
  • 3.2 Confirm availability of equipment components and materials for scheduled tasks.
  • 3.3 Check and determine that supply of services to work are adequate for task commencement
  • 3.4 Ensure all tradespersons have correct drawings
4. Monitor progress and deal with contingencies
  • 4.1 Establish procedures to ensure work is completed to design specifications
  • 4.2 Ensure electrical and HVACR control systems and circuits are consistent with specifications and regulations
  • 4.3 Identify problems and contingencies and establish and rectify root cause
5. Finalise HVACR system work requirements
  • 5.1 Conduct final check to ensure completed work is consistent with drawings, manufacturer manuals and any regulatory requirements
  • 5.2 Conduct test run of equipment and system
  • 5.3 Identify and correct any malfunctions or errors in required output.
6. Conduct handover and finalise documentation
  • 6.1 Brief client and operators on machine or equipment operation after completion of work
  • 6.2 Prepare and submit required reports in accordance with organisational procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S8129 MEM234034A Manage heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems or projects Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BOY9 MEM80125 Graduate Diploma of Engineering Qualification
BIW3 MEM80122 Graduate Diploma of Engineering Qualification