Domain - Electrical Installation and Maintenance

Domain - Electrical Installation and Maintenance

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Level 2

Replace water-heating elements and thermostats
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

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1181 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: locate faults in water heating circuitry; replace a water-heating thermostat; replace a water-heating element; ensure that the isolating switch has an adequate rating; and return the water-heater to service.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Install and commission luminaires
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2

5917 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: identify luminaires from material descriptions; install incandescent, and gas discharge luminaires; and test, and commission luminaires.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Carry out gas welding procedures in the performance of electrical installation and maintenance
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2

5920 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: describe and demonstrate oxy-acetylene welding procedures; demonstrate welding techniques; describe and demonstrate the gas soldering process; and describe and demonstrate the brazing, and the braze welding processes.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Carry out welding procedures in the performance of electrical installation and maintenance
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2

5921 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: state the requirements for arc welding; describe welding techniques; and weld material together.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Use cutting tools and machines in the performance of electrical installation and maintenance
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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5922 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - identify cutting tools and machines and describe their safety procedures; - set up and use a drill press; - set up and use a lathe; - set up and use a bench grinder; and - set up and use a power saw.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Recognise the requirements of routine maintenance of electrical equipment
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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5925 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - state and describe the requirements and importance of routine maintenance of electrical equipment; - demonstrate knowledge of routine maintenance procedures of electrical equipment; and - assist with routine maintenance of electrical equipment.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Level 3

Service electrical control components
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 3

1196 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: identify control components, and their functions; calibrate control components; locate and define faults in controllers; repair or replace faulty control components; and re-commission the controller.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Demonstrate knowledge of earthing
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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1204 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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This unit standard is for people working in the electrical trade, and covers the principles and regulations pertaining to the earthing of electrical installations. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements regarding earthing; - demonstrate knowledge of electrical bonding; and - demonstrate knowledge of earthing installations.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of electrical switchboards
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 9 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 29471.

1205 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard covers knowledge of the types and installation requirements of electrical switchboards, and is intended for electricians and related trades. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of types of electrical switchboards; - demonstrate knowledge of installation requirements for electrical switchboards; and - describe test procedures for main switchboards.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of circuit protection
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 7 This unit standard replaced unit standard 755, unit standard 1207, and unit standard 1708.

15855 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard is for electricians and related trades who need to understand and select devices for the protection of electrical circuits. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of circuit protection terms and principles; - demonstrate knowledge of circuit protection devices; - demonstrate knowledge of residual current devices (RCDs); and - select circuit protection devices for electrical applications.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of electrical cables and accessories
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 7 This unit standard replaced unit standard 752, unit standard 2015, and unit standard 2025.

15859 Unit Standard 7 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for people in the electrical and related trades, who need to be able to select and install power cables and associated accessories. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - identify electrical cables and their characteristics; - identify electrical accessories and their applications; - install and terminate electrical cables for permanent wiring; - select cables for given applications; and - joint electrical cables.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install, wire, and test lights in existing installations
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 7 This unit standard and unit standard 15868 have been replaced unit standard 29442.

15867 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan installation of lights; - wire and install lights and light control circuitry; and - test installed lights and circuitry.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install, wire, and test power outlets in existing installations
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 7 This unit standard and unit standard 15867 have been replaced by unit standard 29442.

15868 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan installation of power outlets; - wire and install power outlets; and - test installed power outlets.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Pre-wire an electrical installation
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 7 This unit standard, unit standard 16409 and unit standard 16410 have been replaced by unit standard 29419.

16408 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard covers the pre-wiring of a building. It is intended for people wishing to qualify as electricians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - prepare for pre-wiring an electrical installation; - install low-voltage wiring; and - inspect and document wiring prior to lining.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Fit-off an electrical installation
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 7 This unit standard, unit standard 16408 and unit standard 16410 have been replaced by unit standard 29419.

16409 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard covers the fitting-off of an electrical installation, and is intended for people wishing to qualify as electricians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - prepare for fitting-off an electrical installation; - install electrical switchboard; - terminate cables in electrical switchboard; and - install and terminate electrical equipment.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Fault-find, repair, and re-commission electric lighting
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 7 This unit standard replaced unit standard 5915 and unit standard 5916.

16412 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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This unit standard covers the repair of electric lighting and is intended for people who wish to qualify as electricians or electrical service technicians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - fault-find electric lighting; - repair electric lighting; and - re-commission electric lighting.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install earthing systems for multiple earthed neutral installations
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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2016 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard is for people wishing to qualify in the electrical industry and covers the installation of multiple earthed neutral (MEN) earthing systems. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan earthing systems for MEN installations; - install earthing systems for MEN installations; and - test MEN earthing systems and document installation results.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Plan and install cable support systems
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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2020 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard covers the installation of support systems for electrical cables, and is for people wishing to qualify in the electrical or related industries. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan cable support systems; and - install cable support systems.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of safe plant isolation, re-commissioning, and associated electrical testing procedures
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 3

29468 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training of electrical workers and covers a basic understanding of electrical plant isolation and testing. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of plant isolation requirements in terms of electrical and mechanical appliances; - demonstrate knowledge of electrical and mechanical plant isolation procedures; - demonstrate knowledge of methods of connecting appliances to the electricity supply; - demonstrate knowledge of plant re-commissioning; and - develop a basic isolation and re-commissioning plan.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of electric motor and generator construction and operation
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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29470 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for training and assessment of electrical workers and covers knowledge and application of electric electromagnetic production and management of electricity. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate fundamental knowledge of the nature of sinusoidal and non-sinusoidal alternating voltages and currents; - demonstrate knowledge of d.c. motors and generators; - demonstrate knowledge of a.c. generator types; and - demonstrate knowledge of prime movers.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of electric switchboards and lighting and power circuits

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Version 2 This unit standard replaced unit standard 1205.

29471 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for training and assessment of electrical workers and covers knowledge and application of electric electromagnetic production and management of electricity. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of switchboards - demonstrate knowledge of basic lighting and power circuits including associated electrical protection.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of electric lighting systems
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 2 This unit standard and unit standard 29481 replaced unit standard 1710.

29472 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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This unit standard covers knowledge of electric lighting for electricians and related trades. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of electric lighting principles; - demonstrate knowledge of incandescent lighting; - demonstrate knowledge of discharge lighting; - demonstrate knowledge of LED lighting; - demonstrate knowledge of recessed lighting; and - select light fittings for common applications.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of electrical fittings and components and their installation

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29474 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for people in the electrical and related trades, who need to be able to select and install electrical fittings and components. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of electrical fittings and components and their uses - identify electrical accessories and their applications - demonstrate knowledge of electrical appliances - install and connect electrical fittings, components, and appliances and test for safety and operation.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Apply knowledge of lighting installation, testing, repair, and disposal

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Version 2 This unit standard and unit standard 29472 replaced unit standard 1710.

29481 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard covers the application of electric lighting knowledge for electricians and related trades. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of lighting control circuits - plan installation of lights to meet given specifications - install, connect, and test luminaires, lights, and light control circuitry to meet given requirements - demonstrate knowledge of fault-finding, repair, and re-commission an electric lighting system - demonstrate knowledge of lighting requirements for explosive atmospheres.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of special power supplies
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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29482 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate: - knowledge of UPS systems; - knowledge of standby generator sets; - and apply knowledge of switching power supplies; and - knowledge of renewable energy power supply systems.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install and repair pipe-work in the performance of electrical installation and maintenance
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2

5919 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: describe pipe-work, and associated tools and accessories; install pipe-work; and service pipe-work.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Level 4

Install, commission, and maintain battery backup and emergency lighting systems
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 6 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 29424.

10782 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - establish requirements of the emergency lighting and battery backup systems to be installed; - install emergency lighting and battery backup systems; - commission emergency lighting and battery backup systems; and - maintain emergency lighting and battery backup systems.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Overhaul electric space heating systems up to 10 kilowatts rating
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 6

10784 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - describe electric space heating systems; - locate and define faults in heating systems; - repair or replace faulty components; and - re-commission an electric heating system.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Overhaul electrical systems in air-conditioning and air handling equipment
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 6

10785 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - describe electrical systems in commercial air- conditioning and air handling equipment; - locate and define electrical faults in systems; - repair or replace faulty components; and - re-commission systems.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Overhaul electromagnetic switching devices
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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10786 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - identify and describe electromagnetic switching devices; - prepare electromagnetic switching device for overhaul; - dismantle electromagnetic switching device; - repair and replace faulty electromagnetic switching device components; and - test and re-commission electromagnetic switching device.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install and test transducers
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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10787 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - install transducers; and - test transducers.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Operate industrial high voltage distribution systems
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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10788 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - identify and describe industrial high voltage (HV) distribution systems; - carry out switching, isolation, and earthing procedures; and - carry out re-commissioning procedures.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install, commission, and maintain an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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10789 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems; - install a UPS system; - commission a UPS system; and - maintain a UPS system.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of a.c. electric motor connections, starters, and speed controllers
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 1 This unit standard replaces unit standard 6628.

15863 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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This unit standard covers the principles, connections, and testing of alternating current (a.c.) electric motors with starters and speed controllers. It is intended for use in the training of electricians and related trades. People credited with this unit standard are able to: demonstrate knowledge of motor starter principles, and of motor speed controller principles; connect and test induction motors; reverse direction of rotation of induction motors; connect and test three phase induction motors and starters; and connect and test motors with speed controllers.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of and the procedures for the examination of and testing of electrical installations
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 7 This unit standard and unit standard 15870 replaced unit standard 2027.

15866 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard covers the procedures for visual examination and testing of electrical installations to determine safety and compliance with regulations. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of inspection, testing, and certification requirements for electrical installations; - visually examine an electrical installation for electrical safety; and - test an electrical installation for electrical safety and compliance.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install electrical equipment in damp situations
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 7 This unit standard and unit standard 15871 replaced unit standard 2018 and unit standard 2029.

15869 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan the installation of electrical equipment in damp situations; and - install electrical equipment in damp situations.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Inspect and test an electrical installation for compliance with AS/NZS 3000
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 7 This unit standard and unit standard 15866 replaced unit standard 2027.

15870 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: carry out a visual and mechanical inspection of; and test an electrical installation for compliance with AS/NZS 3000:2007.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of electrical installation in damp situations
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 6 This unit standard and unit standard 15869 replaced unit standard 2018 and unit standard 2029.

15871 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard relates to installation of electrical equipment in damp areas such as bathrooms or swimming pools. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - recognise damp situations with respect to electrical equipment; - demonstrate knowledge of the Ingress Protection (IP) code; - demonstrate knowledge of the zone system of classification in damp areas; and - demonstrate knowledge of the requirements of current regulations and standards for installation in damp situations.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Plan, install, test, and commission small electrical installations
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 6 This unit standard, unit standard 16408 and unit standard 16409 have been replaced by unit standard 29419.

16410 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard covers all aspects of a complete small electrical installation such as a new three-bedroom house or small industrial or commercial installation. It includes planning, cabling, fitting-off, testing, and commissioning, and is intended for people wishing to become electricians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan small electrical installations; - install wiring and equipment for small electrical installations; and - test and commission small electrical installations.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Carry out planned electrical maintenance work of electrical equipment
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 6 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 29423.

16414 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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This unit standard covers planned electrical maintenance work, and is for people wishing to qualify as electricians or in related trades. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan and prepare for maintenance of electrical equipment; - maintain electrical equipment and associated circuits; and - notify completion and document results of maintenance of electrical equipment.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install and commission extra-low voltage equipment
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 7 This unit standard replaced unit standard 2028.

16415 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard covers the installation and commissioning of a variety of electrical equipment operating at voltages not exceeding 32 volts alternating current or 115 volts direct current. It is intended for people wishing to qualify as electricians or in related trades. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - prepare for installation of extra-low voltage equipment; - install extra-low voltage wiring and equipment; and - commission extra-low voltage wiring and equipment.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of electric lighting
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 8 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 29472 and unit standard 29481.

1710 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard covers knowledge of electric lighting for electricians and related trades. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of electric lighting principles; - demonstrate knowledge of incandescent lighting; - demonstrate knowledge of gaseous discharge lighting; - demonstrate knowledge of recessed lighting; and - select light fittings for common applications.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install and commission a.c. rotating machines
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 7 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 29428.

2013 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard covers the installation and commissioning of alternating current (a.c.) motors and generators, and is for people wishing to qualify as electricians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - prepare for installation of a.c rotating machines; - install a.c rotating machines; and - test and commission a.c rotating machines.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Plan, install, and commission a power supply on a construction or demolition site
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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2021 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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This unit standard covers the installation of mains power to construction or demolition sites to allow workers to operate their power tools and machinery. It is for people wishing to qualify as electricians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan a power supply on a construction or demolition site; - install a power supply on a construction or demolition site; and - commission a power supply on a construction or demolition site.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of a.c. electric motor control and installation
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 5 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 29444.

20962 Unit Standard 8 Credits

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This unit standard covers the starting, speed control, and installation and commissioning of alternating current (a.c.) electric motors. It is intended for use in the training of electricians and related trades. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of motor starters; - demonstrate knowledge of motor speed controllers; - connect and test three-phase induction motor starters; - connect and test motor speed controllers; and - install and commission induction motors.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Prepare for, install, test, and commission new electrical installations
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 4 This unit standard replaced unit standard 16408, unit standard 16409, and unit standard 16410.

29419 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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This unit standard covers all aspects of a complete new small electrical installation. It includes planning, cabling, fitting-off, testing, and commissioning, and is intended for people wishing to become electricians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - prepare for electrical installations; - install wiring and electrical fittings and appliances for electrical installations; - install electrical switchboards; - terminate cables in electrical switchboard; and - test and commission electrical installations.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install, wire, test and fault-find, and repair power outlets and electric lighting systems in existing installations
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 3 This unit standard replaced unit standard 15867 and unit standard 15868.

29422 Unit Standard 7 Credits

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This unit standard covers the installation of power outlets and lighting systems in existing installations and is intended for people who wish to qualify as electricians or electrical service technicians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan installation of power outlet and electric lighting systems; - install and wire power outlets; - install and wire electric lighting systems and control circuitry; - test and commission installed power outlets and electric lighting systems; - fault-find and repair electrical installations; and - re-commission electrical installations.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Carry out planned maintenance of electrical equipment
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 3 This unit standard replaced unit standard 16414.

29423 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard covers planned electrical maintenance work, and is for people wishing to qualify as electricians or in related trades. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan and prepare for maintenance of electrical equipment; and - carry out maintenance work, document results, and notify completion of maintenance of electrical equipment.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install, commission, and maintain emergency lighting systems
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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Version 3 This unit standard replaced unit standard 10782.

29424 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - install emergency lighting systems; - commission emergency lighting systems; and - maintain emergency lighting systems.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Follow a control drawing and install, wire, and commission a control panel
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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29426 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan control panel installation; - follow a drawing to install and wire control panel; and - commission a control panel.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install, test, and commission a.c. rotating machines
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29428 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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This unit standard covers the installation and commissioning of alternating current (a.c.) motors and generators, and is for people wishing to qualify as electricians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - prepare for installation of a.c. rotating machines; - install a.c. rotating machines; and - test and commission a.c. rotating machines.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Select and install industrial electric switchboards
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29430 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard covers selection and installation of industrial electric switchboards. It is intended for people wishing to qualify as electricians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - establish the suitability of selected industrial electric switchboards to meet job requirements; and - install industrial electric switchboards.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Select and install electric motor starters
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29431 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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This unit standard covers selection and installation of motor starters. It is intended for people wishing to qualify as electricians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - establish and report on the suitability of selected motor starters to meet job requirements; and - install and test motor starters.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Select, install, and commission a variable frequency drive
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29432 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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This unit standard covers selection and installation of a variable frequency drive. It is intended for people wishing to qualify as electricians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - establish and report on the suitability of selected variable frequency drive to meet job requirements; and - install, test, and commission a variable frequency drive.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install, wire to, and connect a machine safety device
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29433 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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This unit standard covers wiring and connection of a machine safety device to a safety controller or a safety PLC. It is intended for people wishing to qualify as electricians predominantly in the industrial sector. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - under supervision establish and report on the suitability of a selected machine safety device; and - install, wire, and commission a machine safety device to a safety controller, monitored safety relay, or a safety PLC.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install and programme a PLC
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29434 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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This unit standard covers the installation and programming of a PLC. It is intended for people wishing to qualify as electricians predominantly in the industrial sector. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - establish suitability of a selected PLC and prepare a functional description report; and - install, connect, and code the PLC to create a simple application.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install computer networking infrastructure systems
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29435 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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This unit standard covers the necessary introductory skills required to install, test, and document voice and data cabling in a domestic and commercial environment. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - install basic computer network cabling; - install structured network cabling; and - connect PCs to network cabling.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Wire and connect control devices used in the electrical environment
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29436 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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This unit standard covers wiring and connections of control devices used in the electrical environment and is intended for people wishing to qualify as an electrician. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - establish and report on the suitability of selected control devices; and - install, wire, connect, and adjust control devices.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install, commission, and maintain a power quality protection system
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29438 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of a system used to provide protection against power supply quality events; - install a system to provide protection against power supply quality events; - commission a system to provide protection against power supply quality events; and - maintain a system over time to provide protection against power supply quality events.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Schedule and manage preventative maintenance for domestic or commercial electrical equipment
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29439 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is for people in the electrical industry who have responsibility for the development and management of a preventative maintenance schedule for electrical equipment. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - develop a preventative maintenance schedule for domestic or commercial electrical equipment; and - manage a preventative maintenance schedule for domestic or commercial electrical equipment.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of computer networking infrastructure principles
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29446 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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This unit standard covers the necessary introductory skills required to install, test, and document voice and data cabling in a domestic and commercial environment. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - describe basic cabling and related safety issues; - demonstrate knowledge of basic networking principles; and - describe structured cabling installation requirements.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of electrical installation testing, fault finding, and rectification of discovered faults

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32624 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of: . electrical installation testing; and . fault finding and rectification of discovered faults.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Establish new worksites and interpret plans

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32630 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: . establish new worksites ready for safe and efficient work; . create plans for electrical work; and . interpret plans to carry out electrical tasks.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install, join, and terminate cables

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32631 Unit Standard 7 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - install cables using cable support systems; and - join and terminate cables.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Design switching circuits and a PLC programme

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32632 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: . design and install switching circuits; and . design a PLC programme.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install electrical equipment in damp situations and install earthing and lighting

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32633 Unit Standard 9 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: . install and test earthing and equipotential bonding; . install electrical fittings and equipment in damp situations; and . install lighting.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Plan circuit protection, and install and test distribution boards

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32634 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan circuit protection co-ordination for an electrical installation; - install and wire a distribution board and connect sub circuits; and . perform installation testing.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Use fault finding and fault rectification techniques on electrical installations

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32635 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to use fault finding and fault rectification techniques on electrical installations.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of de-commissioning, commissioning, and verification of electrical installations

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32642 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of: - de-commissioning electrical installations; - commissioning plans; and - electrical installation verification, fault repair, and maintenance.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of alternative energy systems

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32643 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of: - alternative energy generation systems; and . safe practices when isolating and testing generation, charging, and storage systems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of hazardous areas, construction and demolition sites, and special electrical installations

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32644 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of: - electrical industry hazardous areas; - electrical installations on construction and demolition sites; and - electrical standards for special electrical installations.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Select cables for different applications

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32646 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to select cables for different applications.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install mains and submains cables

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32647 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to install mains and submains cables.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install a main switchboard

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32648 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to install a main switchboard.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install electric motors and diagnose and repair faults

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32649 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - install electric motors and a variable frequency drive; and - diagnose and repair electric motor faults.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install a complete electrical installation

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32650 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - prepare for and plan an electrical installation; - install and test the electrical installation; and - liven the electrical installation.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Carry out verification of an electrical installation

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32651 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to carry out verification of an electrical installation.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

De-commission and commission electrical installations

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32652 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - de-commission an electrical installation; and - commission an electrical installation.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Maintain electrical installations

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32653 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to maintain electrical installations.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 3 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Install and commission d.c. rotating machines
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5924 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard covers the installation and commissioning of direct current (d.c.) motors and generators and is for people wishing to qualify in the electrical industry. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - prepare for installation of d.c. rotating machines; - install d.c. rotating machines; and - test and commission d.c. rotating machines.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Select and install domestic or commercial electric switchboards
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5931 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard covers selection and installation of domestic or commercial electric switchboards. It is intended for people wishing to qualify as electricians. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - establish suitability of selected domestic or commercial electric switchboards to meet job requirements; and - install domestic or commercial electric switchboards.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Level 5

Install, commission, and maintain generating sets driven by combustion engines
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10783 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: - establish requirements of the generating sets driven by combustion engines to be installed - install generating sets - commission generating sets - maintain generating sets.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate advanced knowledge of electrical circuit protection
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19001 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard and is intended for use in the training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level. It covers theory related to the protection of electrical circuits, at a level more advanced than the requirements for the National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Electrician for Registration) (Level 4) [Ref: 1195]. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate advanced knowledge of excess current protection devices - demonstrate knowledge of circuit protection devices for other than excess current protection.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate advanced knowledge of electrical switchgear and switchboards
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19002 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for the use in training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level. It covers electrical switchgear and switchboards including power-factor control, at a level more advanced than the requirements for the National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Electrician for Registration) (Level 4) [Ref: 1195]. People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate advanced knowledge of: - switchgear principles - switchboard busbar sizes - busbar mounting and spacing methods - circuit breaker ratings - power factor control - industrial and commercial switchboards.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate advanced knowledge of electrical installation practice
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 25634.

19003 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for the training and assessment of electricians beyond basic trade level. It covers electrical installation practice, at a level more advanced than the requirements for the National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Electrician) (Level 4) [Ref: 0313]. People credited with this unit standard have demonstrated knowledge of: - cables; - busbars; - alternating current (a.c.) measurement; and - load assessment and control, including calculations.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Demonstrate knowledge of standby power plant
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19004 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level. It covers theory of standby power plant and its use to maintain the supply of electric power in industrial or commercial situations when the mains supply fails. People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of: - standby generator sets - the application of standby generator sets - the control systems of standby generator sets - no-break standby plant - supply line disturbances - emergency lighting systems.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of electric welding principles and applications
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Version 2

19005 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for the training and assessment of electricians beyond basic trade level. It covers the principles and applications of electric welding. People credited with this unit standard have demonstrated knowledge of: - the principles of electrical arc and resistance welding; and - applications in welding machines and industrial welding processes.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Design simple electric lighting installations
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19006 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard and is intended for the use in training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level and covers the design of simple installations of electric lighting. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of terms associated with illumination - design an area floodlighting installation for both horizontal and vertical areas of approximately 100 square metres each - design a general indoor lighting installation for a room with a floor area of approximately 100 square metres.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of electric furnaces and space heaters
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 25641.

19007 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for the training and assessment of electricians beyond basic trade level, and covers principles of electric furnaces and space heaters, with emphasis on industrial applications. People credited with this unit standard have demonstrated knowledge of principles, construction, characteristics, and applications of electric furnaces and space heaters.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Prepare quotations for electrical work
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Version 5

19008 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level, and covers preparation of quotations for electrical work. The unit standard highlights the existence, benefit, and use of legislation and standards as they relate to the electrical industry. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of estimates, quotations and contracts for electrical work; - estimate quantities for electrical work; and - prepare quotations for electrical work.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Manage scheduled electrical maintenance projects
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 5

19010 Unit Standard 15 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of people in the electrical industry who have responsibility for the management of scheduled maintenance projects. Such projects involve the replacement, repair, overhaul, or upgrading of substantial industrial or commercial plant, representing substantial investment by their client or employer. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan to manage scheduled electrical maintenance projects; - manage scheduled electrical maintenance projects; and - evaluate and report the results of scheduled electrical maintenance projects.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Develop commissioning programmes for electrical projects
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Version 5

19012 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of people in the electrical industry who develop commissioning programmes to bring into service assets which often represent substantial investment by their client or employer. People credited with this unit standard are able to develop commissioning programmes for electrical projects.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Schedule and manage preventative maintenance for industrial electrical equipment
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.

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2030 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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This unit standard is for people in the electrical industry who have responsibility for the development and management of a preventative maintenance schedule for electrical equipment. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - develop a preventative maintenance schedule for industrial electrical; and - manage a preventative maintenance schedule for industrial electrical equipment.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of and design documentation for the commissioning of significant electrical installations
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25631 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard and is intended for use in the training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level who have responsibility for the management of significant industrial, commercial, residential, or domestic commissioning projects, including bringing assets which often represent substantial investment by their client or employer into service. It is designed to ensure that such people have sufficient knowledge of commissioning and handover to safely and competently perform these functions. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - demonstrate knowledge of standard commissioning procedures and documentation used to manage significant electrical installations - design and develop a documentation pack for commissioning and handover of a significant electrical installation.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate and apply advanced knowledge of the selection, use, and care of complex electrical measuring equipment
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

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25632 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level who need to conduct precision electrical measurements. The unit standard covers the selection, use, and care of complex electrical measuring equipment. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - select complex measuring equipment for precision electrical measurements; - use complex measuring equipment for precision electrical measurements; and - care for complex electrical measuring equipment.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate advanced knowledge of electrical installation practice and knowledge of data communication principles
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Wed Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2025.

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Version 5 This unit standard replaced unit standard 19003.

25634 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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This unit standard and is intended for use in the training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level, and covers electrical installation practice at a level more advanced than the requirements for the National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Electrician for Registration) (Level 4) [Ref: 1195]. People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate: - advanced knowledge of cables - advanced knowledge of busbars - advanced knowledge of AC measurement - knowledge of load assessment and control of electrical installations - knowledge of data communication and networking principles.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Develop, implement, and review maintenance plans for electrical engineering systems
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

25635 Unit Standard 15 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level who are required to develop, implement, and review maintenance plans for electrical engineering systems. People credited with this unit standard are, for electrical engineering systems, able to: - determine maintenance requirements; - develop maintenance plans; - implement maintenance plans; and - review maintenance plans.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Manage testing and measuring procedures within electrical engineering contexts
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

25636 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level who are required to manage testing and measuring procedures within electrical engineering contexts. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan and communicate electrical testing and measuring requirements; - monitor the implementation of electrical testing and measuring procedures; and - evaluate and report results of electrical testing.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Develop a plan for and manage an electrical engineering project
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

25637 Unit Standard 20 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level who are required to develop, implement, manage, and monitor a plan for a significant electrical engineering project and evaluate the success of the project. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - develop an electrical engineering project plan; - implement, manage, and monitor an electrical engineering project based on the plan; and - evaluate an electrical engineering project plan outcome.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Develop resource procurement options for a significant electrical project and make recommendations
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

25639 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level who are required to analyse a specification for a substantial electrical project, develop resource procurement options, and make recommendations. People credited with this unit standard are, for a significant electrical project, able to: - develop resource procurement options; and - make recommendations for resource procurement.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of electrical heating systems
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4 This unit standard replaced unit standard 19007.

25641 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of electricians beyond trade level, and covers principles of electrical heating systems with emphasis on industrial applications. People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of electrical heating systems.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Level 6

Manage electrical installation projects
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 5

19011 Unit Standard 15 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of people in the electrical industry who have responsibility for the management of significant electrical installation projects, which often represent substantial investment by their client or employer. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan to manage electrical installation projects; - manage electrical installation projects; and - inspect and handover electrical installation projects.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Manage commissioning of electrical installations
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 5

19013 Unit Standard 15 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for use in the training and assessment of people in the electrical industry who have responsibility for the management of significant commissioning projects, bringing into service assets which often represent substantial investment by their client or employer. People credited with this unit standard are able to: - plan to manage commissioning of electrical installations; - manage commissioning of electrical installations; and - report and handover commissioning of electrical installations.

Standard-setting body:

Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council

Data as at 2024-04-20 23:01:09.62