Course Title: Fault find, test and calibrate instrumentation systems and equipment

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C3190 Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Course Title: Fault find, test and calibrate instrumentation systems and equipment

Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office

Nominal Hours: 80

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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 the testing of instrumentation systems and equipment; applying data collection techniques and localising fault conditions; analysing and reporting test results; and calibrating instrumentation systems and components.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Path 1
MEM05001B Perform manual soldering/desoldering – electrical/electronic components
MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing
MEM12004B Perform precision electrical/electronic measurement
MEM12023A Perform engineering measurements
MEM18001C Use hand tools
MEM18002B Use power tools/hand held operations
MEM18055B Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
MEM18057B Maintain/service analog/digital electronic equipment
Path 2
MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing
MEM12002B Perform electrical/electronic measurement
MEM12023A Perform engineering measurements
MEM18001C Use hand tools
MEM18002B Use power tools/hand held operations
MEM18055B Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
MEM18064B Maintain instrumentation system components

National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:	MEM18054B Fault find, test and calibrate instrumentation systems and equipment
Elements:	1. Test instrumentation systems and equipment 2. Apply data collection techniques and localise fault conditions 3. Analyse and report test results 4. Calibrate instrumentation equipment/components

Learning Outcomes

Overview of Assessment

Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. 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.