Course Title: Evaluate and report on the performance of LV machines

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2025

Course Code: EEET7556C

Course Title: Evaluate and report on the performance of LV machines

Important Information:

Please note that this course has compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.

School: 520T Future Technologies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6182 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

Course Contact: Mr. Noor Sateh

Course Contact Phone: +61399254013

Course Contact Email: noor.sateh@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Manoj Pendharkar

manoj.pendharkar@rmit.edu.au

Appointment by email

Nominal Hours: 100

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

UEEEL0020 Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits

UEEEL0021 Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices

Course Description

This unit covers determining correct operation of single and three phase machines, evaluating and reporting on their performance.

It includes safe working practices, machine connections circuit arrangements, issues related to machine operation, characteristics and protection and solutions to machine problems derived from calculated and measured parameters.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	UEEEL0077 Evaluate and report on the performance of LV machines
Element:	1 Prepare to evaluate and report on the performance of LV machines
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and applied 1.2 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures in preparation for the work are followed 1.3 Scope of induction machine problem is determined from performance specifications and/or documentation and in consultation with relevant person/s 1.4 Activities are planned to meet scheduled timelines in consultation with others involved in the work 1.5 Strategies are formed to ensure solution development and implementation is carried out efficiently
Element:	2 Evaluate single and three phase low voltage machines
Performance Criteria:	2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed 2.2 Induction machine construction, operation, characteristics and applications are applied to developing solutions to induction machine problems 2.3 Parameters tested, data taken, specifications and performance requirements to each machine problem are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures 2.4 Approaches to resolving induction machine problems are analysed to provide most effective solutions 2.5 Unplanned events are dealt with safely and effectively in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace procedures 2.6 Quality of work is monitored in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace procedures
Element:	3 Complete work and document problem solving activities.
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Solutions to machine problems are tested to determine their effectiveness and modified as required 3.2 Adopted solutions are documented, including instruction for implementation with risk control measures 3.3 Relevant person/s required to implement solutions to induction machine problems is coordinated in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace procedures 3.4 Justification for solutions used to solve induction machine problems is documented in work/project records in accordance with relevant industry standards

Learning Outcomes

Refer to elements of the unit of competency

Details of Learning Activities

You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirements for competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates Learning and simulated work activities to demonstrate an understanding of typical motor problems  encountered in meeting performance requirements and compliance standards, revising a motor operating parameters and dealing with motor malfunctions.   * Classroom tutorial activities to consolidate the theory of three-phase electrical systems, operating principles of single-phase motor, three-phase motor,  universal motor, controlling devices for various motors, various motor protection devices.   *Practical exercises  involving design and construction of simple electrical motor control circuits and participate in research activities in the application of different control devices for various electrical motors. It involves the development of testing procedure to verify the performance specification, diagnosis of faults in the systems and completion of the commission.    * Research activities  to investigate control devices for various types of  electrical motors, and various motor protection device applications. It is expected that students would require approximately 20% of course hours to be allocated for independent study to do motor selection criteria, equivalent electrical circuit, motor control circuit design, construction, testing and problem solving activities   Course content: Induction machines diagnostics a) Construction of polyphase induction motors encompassing: • squirrel cage motors • slip-ring motors b) Operating principles of polyphase induction motors; rotating magnetic field torque slip c) Speed-torque relationships in induction motors encompassing: • maximum torque • torque – slip relationships • types of motor squirrel cages • power flow in the motors • power distribution • torque units • slip ring rotors d) Induction motor performance testing encompassing: e) Induction motor starters encompassing: • starting requirements • type of starters • starting torque • starting dynamics • static friction • mechanical loads • starting duration f) Reduced voltage starting encompassing: • starting dynamics • change over conditions • starting duration • acceleration curves g) Speed control of induction motors encompassing: h) Braking of induction motors i) Motor protection  j) Motor selection k) Induction motor maintenance/repair) l) Single phase induction motors  m) Ideal and practical transformers (both single-phase and three-phase) n) Synchronous generators and motors     Develop engineering solutions for induction machine problems include exercises on :                A       Understanding the extent of the machine problem.       B       Forming effective strategies for solution development and implementation.       C       Obtaining machine parameters, specifications and performance requirements appropriate to each problem.       D       Testing and solutions to machine problems       E       Documenting instruction for implementation of solutions that incorporate risk control measure to be followed.    Engineer Australia Mapping Information: This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below: EA 1.  Knowledge and Skill Base EA 1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area. EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area. EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area. EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area. EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area. EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice. EA 2.  Engineering Application Ability EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems. EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems. EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems. EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes. EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability. EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains. EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanor. EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information. EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct. EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.   Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with unit of competencies UEEEL0077 in the Assessment Matrix.

Teaching Schedule

Week Number      Topic Delivered       Unit of competency and Performance criteria      Assessments    1      Introduction to the Course & WHS / OHS Electrical Machines: categories    UEEEL0077 1.1 1.2         2      Single and three phase transformers : transformer construction     UEEEL0077 1.1 1.2         3      Transformer operation  UEEEL0077 1.3 2.1         4      Transformer losses, efficiency and cooling  UEEEL0077 1.3 2.1    Lab Work    5      Transformer voltage regulation and percent impedance  UEEEL0077 2.2 2.3    Lab Work    6      Parallel operation of transformers and transformer auxiliary equipment  UEEEL0077 2.2 2.3         7      Auto-transformers and instrument transformers  UEEEL0077 2.4 2.5    Lab Work    8      Alternating current rotating machines  UEEEL0077 2.4 2.5    Lab Work    9      Three phase induction motor construction  UEEEL0077 2.6 3.1    Lab Work    10      Three phase induction motor characteristics  UEEEL0077 2.6 3.1         11      Single-phase motors – split phase  Single phase motors – capacitor  Single phase motors –shaded pole  Single phase motors – universal     UEEEL0077 3.2 3.3    Lab Test    12      Motor protection UEEEL0077 3.2 3.3    Lab Test    13      Three phase synchronous machines- operation principles and construction  UEEEL0077 3.4 4.1         14      Three phase synchronous machines- operation principles and construction  UEEEL0077 3.4 4.1         15      Alternators and generators  UEEEL0077 4.2 4.3    Lab Test    16      Revision UEEEL0077 4.2 4.3         17      Final Assessment UEEEL0077 All    Final "Knowledge Test"    18      Final Assessment feedback / Catch up week UEEEL0077 All

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Learning resources from corresponding Canvas shell for this course EEET75576C.

 

 

 

Overview of Assessment

The assessment is conducted in both the theoretical and practical aspects of the course, following the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. 
Assessment methods may encompass a variety of approaches, including written and oral activities, as well as the demonstration of practical skills aligned with 
relevant industry standards. Participants should be aware that they may be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher or assessor. 
Feedback will be consistently provided throughout the course.To successfully complete this course, you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment 
task within this unit. Full assessment details will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.

Assessment Tasks

Assessments:

- Assessment Task 1: Labs 1 to 4

- Assessment Task 2: Knowledge Assignment 1

- Assessment Task 3: Final Knowledge Assignment

 

 

To be deemed competent, student must achieve satisfactory (S) results in ALL assessments.
This course is assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course results are allocated:

CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment.

Assessment Due Dates

All assessment tasks will have a due date provided and published in Canvas. Assessments submitted after the due date will not be accepted unless an extension has been provided or special consideration has been granted.

Assessment Resubmissions (if Unsatisfactory)

You will be allowed 1 (ONE) resubmission attempt FOR EVERY ASSESSMENT (if unsatisfactory). You will be provided with a new due date by your teacher for your resubmission attempt if a resubmission is required.

If you do not submit your assessment (First attempt) by the due date you will not be eligible for resubmission if unsatisfactory.

  

 

 

Written assessment on:

-Operating conditions and performance of transformers and various types of electrical motors and generators.

-Selection  and application the correct type and size of motor and starting system for a given drive specification.

-Selection of an appropriate size and type of  motor for particular application.

-Selection of suitable protection system for a motor application

 

Practical exercises 

Work performance laboratory exercise involving circuit design, construction and testing of a control circuit  for specified electrical motor application.

Laboratory exercises on   wiring motor starting, reversing and breaking  circuits,

 

All laboratory  exercises must be undertaken according to safe working practice . 

Student has also to show an understanding of Occupational Health and Safety to an extent indicated by the following aspects:
• basic legal requirements covering occupational health and safety in the workplace
• the requirements for personal safety in the workplace
• identifying potential workplace hazards and suggested measures for accident prevention
• working safely with electrical tools or equipment
• emergency procedures for the rescue of an electric shock victim equipment
• emergency first aid for an electric shock victim

Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs UEEEL0077 Elements & Performance Criteria

	UEEEL0077 Elements & Performance Criteria
Assessment	1.1	1.2	1.3	2.1	2.2	2.3	3.1	3.2	3.3
Assessment Task 1 (Labs 1 - 4)	X	X	x	X	x	x	x	X	x
Assessment Task 2: Knowledge Assignment 1	x	x	X			X	X	X
Assessment Task 3: Final Knowledge Assignment		x	x	X	x		x	X	x

 

Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

Assessments

EA1.1

EA1.2

EA1.3

EA1.4

EA1.5

EA1.6

EA2.1

EA2.2

EA2.3

EA2.4

EA3.1

EA3.2

EA3.3

EA3.4

EA3.5

EA3.6

Assessment Task 1    (Labs 1 - 4)

X

x

X

X

X

X

X

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x

X

X

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x

x

Assessment Task 2: Knowledge Assignment 1

X

X

X

X

X

X

x

x

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment Task 3:  Final Knowledge Assignment

x

x

x

x

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0 (Blank)

Graduate attribute is not assessed

1

Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element

2

Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element

3

Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element.

           

 

         

Other Information

A license to practice in the workplace is required for work involving direct access to plant and equipment connected to installation wiring at voltages above 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c.

 

In this course, minimum student directed hours are 12 in addition to 48 scheduled teaching hours.
* Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, report for practical work, and  individual student-teacher course-related consultation.

 

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
•    Relevant
•    Current
•    Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
 
Study Support:

Study Support (Previously named as Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.
Services offered by Study Support to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
- assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
Please Refer https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support to find more information about Study Support.

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).

Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Program Coordinator / Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.

Special consideration:

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration

Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please Refer:  https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration to find more information about plagiarism.

Other Information:

All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT email.

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