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Use electrical test equipment to perform basic electrical tests

Use electrical test equipment to perform basic electrical tests

Unit of competency
National Code
MEA240
State Code
AUE95
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
12/02/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2015
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
22/07/2015
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency requires application of skills in the use of electrical test equipment under qualified person guidance to measure voltage and current, and to test continuity, insulation and bonding on aircraft and components both in the hangar and workshop during scheduled or unscheduled maintenance. Work may be performed individually or as part of a team.The unit is part of the Avionic Certificate II training pathway.The unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare test equipment to perform basic electrical tests
  • 1.1 Appropriate electrical test equipment is selected and confirmed with a qualified person
  • 1.2 Test equipment is checked for serviceability and applicable leads are fitted, where required
  • 1.3 Applicable function and range of measurement is set and confirmed with a qualified person
2. Test component in accordance with enterprise procedures using electrical test equipment
  • 2.1 Test points and polarity are determined
  • 2.2 Required parameters are measured with the test equipment while observing all relevant work health and safety (WHS) requirements
  • 2.3 Results are recorded in accordance with enterprise procedures, under qualified person guidance
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8380 MEA240B Use electrical test equipment to perform basic electrical tests Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAD05 MEA295 Use electrical test equipment to perform basic electrical tests on aircraft and components Unit of competency