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Design hydronic heat exchanger systems
Design hydronic heat exchanger systems
Unit of competency
National Code
MEM234015
MEM234015
State Code
OEV04
OEV04
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030101 - Manufacturing Engineering
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to design hydronic heat exchanger systems using steam or water as the heat transfer medium and includes boilers for heat generation, cooling towers and chillers for heat dissipation.It applies to the design of hydronic heat exchanger systems across all forms of manufacturing and engineering, and design activities can also include reverse engineering, and design rectification or modifications of an existing design. It is suitable for hydronic system contractors, building heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVACR) consultants, designers and maintenance personnel. Individuals completing this work either already have or are developing skills and experience in the evaluation of hydronic systems, application of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) principles, mathematics and computer techniques.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Clarify the design brief and specifications for the hydronic heat exchanger system
- 1.1 Establish required features and performance parameters of a hydronic heat exchanger system
- 1.2 Confirm technical, commercial and environmental parameters of the brief or contract
- 1.3 Determine stakeholders to be consulted in design process
- 1.4 Assess work health and safety (WHS), regulatory, sustainability or environmental issues relevant to the design task
- 1.5 Confirm design brief, including budget and schedule, and provide preliminary advice on feasibility
2. Evaluate design analysis and prepare concept proposals
- 2.1 Appraise initial qualitative and quantitative analysis of the design task
- 2.2 Carry out required detailed modelling and calculations using appropriate software and validation techniques appropriate to the proposed system environment
- 2.3 Generate solutions for a hydronic heat exchange system that respond to the design brief or contract
- 2.4 Check feasibility and evaluate solutions against design criteria, ensuring conformity to WHS, air quality, environmental and sustainability requirements
- 2.5 Present concept proposals to client and select preferred solution
3. Design hydronic system
- 3.1 Develop the hydronic system design according to preferred solution
- 3.2 Provide documentation, drawings, specifications and instructions that reflect the design
- 3.3 Consult with client and stakeholders to obtain sign-off on design
- 3.4 Monitor installation and commissioning with stakeholders and make any necessary adjustments to design
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S8110 | MEM234015A | Design hydronic heat exchanger systems | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOY9 | MEM80125 | Graduate Diploma of Engineering | Qualification |
| BIW3 | MEM80122 | Graduate Diploma of Engineering | Qualification |