Course Title: Plan low voltage switchboard and control panel layouts
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C4316 Certificate IV in Electrotechnology - Systems Electrician
Course Title: Plan low voltage switchboard and control panel layouts
Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 40
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Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: engineering-tafe@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit covers selecting and arranging equipment in electrical switchboards and control panels operating at voltages up to 1,000V a.c. or 1,500 V d.c. and fault levels not exceeding 20 kA. The unit encompasses arrangements for protection of persons and property, correct functioning, compatibility with the supply, and intended arrangement of circuits and selection of switchgear, controlgear and protection devices based on calculated and deemed-to-comply solutions and planning documentation.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
UEENEEG107A; UEENEEE101A; UEENEEE102A; UEENEEE104A; UEENEEE105A; UEENEEE107A; UEENEEG006A; UEENEEG033A; UEENEEG063A; UEENEEG101A; UEENEEG102A; UEENEEG106A
National Competency Codes and Titles
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UEENEEG128A Plan low voltage switchboard and control panel layouts |
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1. Prepare to plan switchboard and control panel layouts 2. Plan switchboard and control panel layouts 3. Obtain approval for switchboard and control panel layouts |
Learning Outcomes
Overview of Assessment
Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including practical and theory questions, observations and 3rd party reports. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course.