This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to set up and use a range of analogue and digital test instruments commonly applied in the electrotechnology industry to test extra low voltage (ELV) components and circuits.
It requires the ability to apply safe working habits when testing ELV components and circuits, read and interpret operating instructions for electrical testing instruments and read and interpret test results to determine serviceability of ELV components and circuits.The unit applies to a person preparing for further study and/or employment such as an apprenticeship in the electrotechnology industry.
Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit's learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, including the setting of work-based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.
Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:
The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by the Victoria University and/or via the Victoria University e-Learning system.
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):