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

National Element Code & Title:

UEENEEG128A Plan low voltage switchboard and control panel layouts

Elements:

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.