Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
MEM10013 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Install split air conditioning systems and associated pipework
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Qualification | - |
Unit of Competency | MEM10013 - Install split air conditioning systems and associated pipework |
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Description | |||
Employability Skills | |||
Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to install split air conditioning systems and associated pipework up to 18 kW cooling capacity.This unit refers to plug in applications only. Where the installation and connection to mains supply of fixed wiring is necessary then this work must be undertaken by a suitably licensed person. Where commissioning and decommissioning of split air conditioning systems is required see unit MEM18084 Commission and decommission split air conditioning systems.Some jurisdictions may require the holder of this unit to be licensed or certified and users should check with the relevant authorities.Band: AUnit Weight: 6 | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. |
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Prerequisites/co-requisites | |||
Competency Field | Installation and commissioning |
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners | Student Learning Resources | Handouts Activities |
Slides PPT |
Assessment 1 | Assessment 2 | Assessment 3 | Assessment 4 | |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Determine job requirements |
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Element: Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times | ||||||||
Element: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs | ||||||||
Element: Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions | ||||||||
Element: Locate split air conditioning components |
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Element: Ensure industry and local authority requirements, standards and codes and manufacturer requirements are identified, including the appropriate capacity rating of the equipment and any impacts on the installation are identified | ||||||||
Element: Inspect and prepare installation sites |
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Element: Prepare the installation site to industry codes of practice and manufacturer installation instructions, as appropriate | ||||||||
Element: Carry out the work without damage to the system, components and the surrounding environment or services | ||||||||
Element: Prepare split system equipment and materials for installation |
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Element: Consult appropriate personnel to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the worksite | ||||||||
Element: Check all components, piping and fittings for conformance to manufacturer specification, job requirements and applicable standards | ||||||||
Element: Determine the layout of the pipework from job specifications and diagrams | ||||||||
Element: Obtain materials needed to carry out the work in accordance with established procedures and check against job requirements | ||||||||
Element: Obtain tools, equipment and testing devices needed to conduct the work in accordance with established procedures and check for correct operation and safety | ||||||||
Element: Check preparatory work to ensure no damage has occurred and that it complies with work requirements | ||||||||
Element: Prepare and install refrigerant pipework |
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Element: Ensure pipework is prepared and joined to required specification with minimal wastage and damage/contamination to environment | ||||||||
Element: Join pipework and fittings using appropriate pipe joining methods | ||||||||
Element: Ensure pipes are run separately and insulated according to manufacturer instructions and to relevant standards codes and regulations | ||||||||
Element: Check pipework and joins for compliance and integrity using appropriate testing methods |