Assessor Resource
MEM234017A
Design exhaust, ventilation and dust collection systems
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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit applies to the design of exhaust, ventilation and dust collection systems across all forms of manufacturing and engineering. Design activities may also include reverse engineering, and design rectification or modifications of an existing design. It is suitable for exhaust, ventilation and dust collection system contractors, consultants, designers and maintenance personnel.
Prior experience in the application of thermo and fluid dynamic principles, mathematics and computer techniques is required.
This unit of competency covers the design of commercial and industrial exhaust, ventilation and dust extraction systems in accordance with standards, codes and regulatory requirements. It includes fluid dynamic principles and selection of system components, such as ducting, fans and filters.
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