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Maintain/calibrate complex control systems

Maintain/calibrate complex control systems

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM18061
State Code
OAU56
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030701 - Mechanical Engineering
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
72
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to determine system specification and control loop characteristics, and test, monitor and record system operation.It applies to localising the fault condition; repairing or replacing faulty condition; calibrating, configuring and adjusting complex control systems; and recommissioning the system.Where soldering of components is required to advanced or military specifications, where the reliability of electrical connections is critical, or where surface mounted devices are being soldered/desoldered then unit MEM05002 Perform high reliability soldering and desoldering should also be selected.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: BUnit Weight: 8
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Determine system specifications and control loop characteristics
  • 2.1 Examine engineering specifications, technical information and historical records and trends and document relevant data
  • 2.2 Obtain, read and interpret system specifications and operational data, including those for multiple loop control systems and devices
  • 2.3 Obtain, read and interpret circuit and logic diagrams and configuration data
  • 2.4 Consult with system operators and other relevant plant personnel and extract and document relevant data by appropriate means
  • 2.5 Obtain appropriate work clearances for monitoring and testing the system
3 Test, monitor and record system operation
  • 3.1 Collect all relevant data by appropriate means from all sources
  • 3.2 Analyse fault detection and diagnostic data against predetermined operational specifications, and document conclusions
  • 3.3 Observe system operation by applying all individual/multiple element loop device characteristics, controller mode principles, testing, calibration and adjustment methods
  • 3.4 Set up and undertake tests using appropriate test equipment in accordance with procedures
  • 3.5 Set up and use signal transmission test equipment, where applicable
  • 3.6 Determine adjustment/maintenance needs through interpretation and analysis of pneumatic, electrical, electronic, logic diagrams and configuration data for all control system devices
  • 3.7 Connect and test field instrumentation for selected control operation, and monitor performance against specifications
  • 3.8 Carry out diagnostics checks to ensure correct operation
  • 3.9 Undertake fault finding and diagnostic tests on faulty control system components or elements using appropriate equipment, procedures and techniques
  • 3.10 Analyse and evaluate fault condition and plan corrective action
4 Replace faulty items or repair faulty condition
  • 4.1 Dismantle faulty items for repair or replacement using appropriate tools, equipment and techniques according to manufacturers' recommendations
  • 4.2 Select replaceable items from manufacturers' catalogues, spare parts lists or data sheets
  • 4.3 Establish correct maintenance procedures for faulty items using manufacturers' handbooks
  • 4.4 Repair faulty items and/or faulty condition, where applicable
  • 4.5 Reassemble repaired and replaceable items to meet specifications
5 Calibrate, configure, adjust complex control systems
  • 5.1 Carry out diagnostic checks to ensure correct operation of system and take appropriate corrective action, as necessary
  • 5.2 Select/set up calibration and test equipment to enable calibration to manufacturers' specifications
  • 5.3 Undertake mechanical alignment of control devices, where applicable
  • 5.4 Configure system using appropriate programming tools and techniques
  • 5.5 Perform all relevant alignment procedures for optimum control and in accordance with specifications
  • 5.6 Set up recording equipment for adjustment and monitoring during alignment
  • 5.7 Perform calibration and adjustment function on multi-loop devices, multi-element control loops, controller modes and actions according to operational specifications using appropriate techniques applicable to the type of control loop being serviced
  • 5.8 Make online changes to parameters in the system to meet specified requirements
  • 5.9 Connect field instrumentation for selected control operation and system and ensure it is operated to a satisfactory level of control
6 Return system to service
  • 6.1 Undertake final adjustments to align system operation to operational specifications, including process and optimum control efficiencies
  • 6.2 Return system to service
  • 6.3 Complete service reports in accordance with SOPs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
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