NZQF NQ Ref
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1117
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Version
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4
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Page of
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National Certificate in Electricity Supply (Field Switcher) (Level 4) with optional strands in Distribution Networks, Transmission Networks, and Operational and Co-ordination Planning
Purpose
This national certificate is awarded to people who have demonstrated competence in the skills and knowledge required for employment in the Electricity Supply Industry as a Field Switcher. It provides entry into the National Diploma in Electricity Supply (Level 5) [Ref: 0674]. The compulsory section covers those core skills required by all Field Switchers while the elective section provides flexibility to select standards which cover skills required in specific fields of employment. Optional strands cover additional skills required by those working in the distribution or transmission networks sector, or who undertake operational and co-ordination planning.
This qualification provides a pathway for those electricians, mechanical engineers, or line mechanics whose primary role is carrying out switching and electrical isolations in the field of power system plant and equipment.
Holders of the qualification will be able to:
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Apply earths to and remove earths from electrical conductors, plant and equipment.
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Remove electricity supply field network equipment from service for access to work.
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Demonstrate knowledge of electricity transmission networks, single and three phase transformers, electrical testing, and use test instruments.
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Carry out switching operations on metal clad switchgear.
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Read and interpret single line diagrams.
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Develop and action an operating sequence in the electricity supply industry.
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Carry out in-service visual inspections on sub station equipment and auxiliary plant.
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Apply and remove safety measures in an electricity supply environment.
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Respond to sub station secondary systems alarms and indications.
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Maintain and update operating log for electricity supply operational purposes.
Special Notes
Prerequisite: one of the following
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National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Electrician for Registration) (Level 4) [Ref: 1195]
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National Certificate in Electricity Supply (Electrical) (Level 4) with strands in Electricity Supply Electrician, Electrical Fitter, and Electrical Technician [Ref: 1295]
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National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 4) with strands in Fitting and Machining, General Engineering, Machining, Maintenance Engineering, Toolmaking, and Electricity Supply [Ref: 1262]
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National Certificate in Electricity Supply (Line Mechanic Distribution) (Level 4) [Ref: 0874], or
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demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills.
Credit Range
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Compulsory
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Elective
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Level 2 credits
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4
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Level 3 credits
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40
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Level 4 or above credits
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25
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17
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Minimum totals
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69
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17
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Total
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86
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Transmission Networks Optional Strand
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Level 4 credits
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8
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Total
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8
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Qualification total with strand
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94
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Operational and Co-ordination Planning Optional Strand
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Level 3 credits
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4
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Level 4 credits
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29
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Total
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33
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Qualification total with strand
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119
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Requirements for Award of Qualification
Award of NZQF National Qualifications
Credit gained for a standard may be used only once to meet the requirements of this qualification.
Unit standards and achievement standards that are equivalent in outcome are mutually exclusive for the purpose of award. The table of mutually exclusive standards is provided on the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) website: http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/standards/standards-exclusion-list/.
Reviewed standards that continue to recognise the same overall outcome are registered as new versions and retain their identification number (ID). Any version of a standard with the same ID may be used to meet qualification requirements that list the ID and/or that specify the past or current classification of the standard.
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Summary of Requirements
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Elective – A minimum of 17 credits as specified
The following strands are optional
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Distribution Networks Optional Strand
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Transmission Networks Optional Strand
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Operational and Co-ordination Planning Optional Strand
Detailed Requirements
Compulsory
The following standards are required
Engineering and Technology > Electricity Supply > Electricity Supply - Core Skills
ID
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Title
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Level
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Credit
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12296
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Apply earths to and remove earths from electrical conductors, plant and equipment
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3
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2
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12387
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Operate electrical switchgear in the electricity supply industry
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4
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6
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16283
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Remove electricity supply field network equipment from service for access to work
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4
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8
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17027
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Demonstrate the requirements for holding access permits on high voltage electrical lines
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3
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2
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17028
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Demonstrate the requirements for holding permits on high voltage electrical equipment
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3
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2
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18028
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Demonstrate knowledge of earthing in high voltage (HV) electricity network installations and works
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3
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2
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19323
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Demonstrate knowledge of single and three phase transformers used in the electricity supply industry
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3
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4
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19950
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Use test instruments and carry out electrical testing in the electricity supply industry
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3
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3
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20090
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Carry out switching operations on metal clad switchgear
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4
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3
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20091
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Read and interpret single line diagrams in the electricity supply industry
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3
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3
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20092
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Demonstrate knowledge of electricity transmission and distribution plant and equipment
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2
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4
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20093
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Develop and action an operating sequence in the electricity supply industry
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4
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4
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20095
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Respond to substation secondary systems alarms and indications in the electricity supply industry
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4
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4
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Engineering and Technology > Electricity Supply > Electricity Supply - Power System Maintenance
ID
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Title
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Level
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Credit
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14328
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Carry out in-service visual inspections on substation equipment for safe operation
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3
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4
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14331
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Carry out in-service visual inspection checks on substation auxiliary plant and equipment
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3
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4
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14700
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Apply and remove safety measures in an electricity supply environment
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3
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3
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Engineering and Technology > Electricity Supply > Electricity Supply - Power System Management
ID
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Title
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Level
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Credit
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16281
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Maintain and update operating log for electricity supply operational purposes
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3
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3
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Engineering and Technology > Electricity Supply > Electricity Supply - Testing
ID
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Title
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Level
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Credit
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14287
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Use and maintain test instruments used within the high voltage electrical industry
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3
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4
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Health > Occupational Health and Safety > Occupational Health and Safety Practice
Elective
A minimum of 17 credits at Level 4 or above
From anywhere on the DAS
Distribution Networks Optional Strand
The following standards are required
Engineering and Technology > Electricity Supply > Electricity Supply - Core Skills
Engineering and Technology > Electricity Supply > Electricity Supply - Distribution Networks
ID
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Title
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Level
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Credit
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10526
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Operate ground and structure mounted electrical equipment associated with electric lines up to 66kV
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3
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4
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12295
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Apply earths to and remove earths from overhead electric line conductors
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3
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4
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Transmission Networks Optional Strand
The following standards are required
Engineering and Technology > Electricity Supply > Electricity Supply - Core Skills
ID
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Title
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Level
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Credit
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20094
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Receive and return transfer of control in the electricity supply industry
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4
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4
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Engineering and Technology > Electricity Supply > Electricity Supply - Power System Maintenance
ID
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Title
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Level
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Credit
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14701
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Manage electricity supply work control systems
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4
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4
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Operational and Co-ordination Planning Optional Strand
The following standards are required
Engineering and Technology > Electricity Supply > Electricity Supply - Power System Maintenance
ID
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Title
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Level
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Credit
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27655
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Demonstrate familiarity with common faults, relay systems, and components of diagrams in power system protection systems
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3
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4
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Engineering and Technology > Electricity Supply > Electricity Supply - Power System Management
ID
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Title
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Level
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Credit
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16276
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Respond to electricity supply external system operations communications
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4
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5
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16280
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Compile and action switching plans to maintain electricity supply power network security
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4
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9
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16285
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Plan for scheduled work on electricity supply power system equipment
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4
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10
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19477
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Demonstrate knowledge of the national electricity grid
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4
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5
| Transition Arrangements
Version 4
Version 4 was issued to replace expired standard 19324 and expiring standard 19481.
Changes to structure and content
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Elective requirement was reduced from 21 to 17 credits.
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Expired standard 19324 was removed from the compulsory set and standard 12387 was substituted for it.
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Expiring standard 19481 was removed from the Operational and Co-ordination Planning Optional Strand and standard 27655 was substituted for it.
For detailed information see Review Summaries on the NZQA website.
All existing candidates may either complete version 3 of the qualification or transfer their existing achievements to version 4. All new trainees will be enrolled in programmes leading to version 4 of the qualification.
This qualification contains standards that have been substituted for earlier standards. For the purposes of this qualification, people who have gained credit for the expiring or expired standards are exempt from the requirement to gain credit for the replacement standards – see table below.
Credit for
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Exempt from
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19324
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12387
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19481
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27655
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It is not intended that anyone is disadvantaged by this revision and the above arrangements have been designed for a smooth transition. However, anyone who feels they have been disadvantaged may appeal to ESITO at the address below.
Previous versions of the qualification
Version 3 was issued in order to recognise the specific skill sets required by those working in the distribution or transmission networks sector, or who undertake operational and co-ordination planning. An elective requirement was also added to ensure the qualification met the requirements of a Level 4 certificate.
Version 2 was issued in order to correctly show the number of Level 4 credits contained within the qualification.
NZQF National Qualification Registration Information
Process
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Version
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Date
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Last Date for Assessment
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Registration
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1
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September 2004
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January 2010
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Revision
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2
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December 2004
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January 2010
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Review
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3
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January 2010
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N/A
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Republished
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3
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August 2012
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N/A
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Revision
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4
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August 2013
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N/A
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Standard Setting Body
Electricity Supply Industry Training Organisation
PO Box 1245
Waikato Mail Centre
Hamilton 3240
Telephone 07 834 3038
Facsimile 07 834 8160
Email info@esito.org.nz
Planned Review
Any person or organisation may contribute to the review of this qualification by sending feedback to the standard setting body at the above address.
Other standard setting bodies whose standards are included in the qualification
New Zealand Industry Training Organisation
Certification
This certificate will display the logo of NZQA, the Electricity Supply Industry Training Organisation and the organisation that has been granted consent to assess against standards that meet the requirements of the qualification.
Classification
This qualification is classified according to the classification system listed on the Directory of Assessment Standards (DAS) and the New Zealand Standard Classification of Education (NZSCED) system as specified below.
NQF Classification
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NZSCED
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Code
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Description
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Code
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Description
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318
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Engineering and Technology > Electricity Supply
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031313
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Engineering and Related Technologies > Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology > Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
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Quality Management Systems
Providers and Industry Training Organisations must be granted consent to assess by a recognised Quality Assurance Body before they can register credits from assessment against standards. Organisation with consent to assess and Industry Training Organisations assessing against standards must engage with the moderation system that applies to those standards. Consent to assess requirements and the moderation system are outlined in the associated Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR) for each standard.
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Electricity Supply Industry Training Organisation
SSB Code 101813
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Ó New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2016
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