Unit of competency Outline
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Commission air and water systems
Commission air and water systems
Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPMS4022
CPCPMS4022
State Code
OCN47
OCN47
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
031315 - Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Mechanics
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
96
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to test and commission air and water heating and cooling systems. In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work.
- 1.1 Obtain current authorised information, plans and specifications.
- 1.2 Identify and apply workplace policies and procedures, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements and sustainability principles.
- 1.3 Select and check the serviceability of appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- 1.4 Prepare work area to support an efficient testing and commissioning process.
2 Determine testing requirements.
- 2.1 Check equipment performance data against plans, specification requirements and other relevant information.
- 2.2 Select suitable instruments and associated equipment to measure quantities.
3 Prepare system for balancing.
- 3.1 Set dampers in the open or specified position and conduct an operational check of system-related fans and ducting according to workplace procedures.
- 3.2 Energise automatic control devices to provide maximum demand for airflow.
- 3.3 Check piping system for flow direction and leaks and conduct an operational check of system and related pumps.
- 3.4 Set all manual and automatic valves in the specified position.
4 Balance, test and commission system.
- 4.1 Adjust valves or throttling devices to achieve specified water flow ratings.
- 4.2 Measure air volumes moved by system fans.
- 4.3 Adjust dampers and terminal devices to achieve specified airflow ratings.
- 4.4 Set automatic controls and devices to specified settings.
- 4.5 Test and balance system according to job specification, manufacturer recommendations and sustainability principles and concepts.
- 4.6 Test and monitor results and document in the format required by job or manufacturer’s specification.
- 4.7 Complete documentation according to workplace requirements and submit within specified timeframes.
5 Restore work area.
- 5.1 Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state and territory legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
- 5.2 Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any damage, and store and secure.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WF926 | CPCPMS4022A | Commission air and water systems | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGC7 | CPC40920 | Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services | Qualification |