MEM18060 — Maintain, repair control instrumentation - single and multiple loop control systems

1 Determine job requirements

• 1.1Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• 1.2Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
• 1.3Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
• 1.4Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions

2 Determine control loop operating characteristics

• 2.1Examine engineering specifications, technical information and historical trends for relevant data
• 2.2Examine, read and interpret system specifications, operational data and other relevant data sources and note relevant conclusions
• 2.3Consult with system operators and other relevant plant personnel and extract relevant data and document by appropriate means
• 2.4Observe operation of the system by applying all control loop device characteristics, controller mode principles and adjustment methods

3 Monitor and record operation of a control loop

• 3.1Interpret pneumatic, electrical and electronic circuit diagrams
• 3.2Set point and manual output changes by applying all control loop device characteristics, controller mode principles and calibration/adjustment methods, and loop operation from the controller response using appropriate test equipment, principles and procedures
• 3.3Interpret software configuration data for digital control systems
• 3.4Monitor and record operational responses
• 3.5Utilise fault-finding and diagnostic techniques throughout the checking and testing procedures including simple and multi-controller type control schemes
• 3.6Analyse diagnostic results and conclusions against predetermined operational specifications

4 Localise fault condition

• 4.1Test circuits to the level necessary to identify and localise faults using fault-finding, diagnostic techniques and appropriate test equipment
• 4.2Utilise drawings/diagrams and operational testing data in identifying and localising fault conditions
• 4.3Verify and localise fault condition to major component level using appropriate test equipment, procedures and techniques

5 Replace faulty items or repair faulty condition

• 5.1Dismantle components for repair or replacement using appropriate tools, equipment and techniques
• 5.2Select replaceable items from manufacturers’ catalogues, spare parts lists or data sheets
• 5.3Repair faulty condition, where applicable
• 5.4Reassemble repaired and replaceable items

6 Calibrate and adjust control instrumentation

• 6.1Calibrate and adjust panel mounted, split architecture single loop/multiple loop control instruments using appropriate calibration principles, equipment and methods for all devices according to manufacturers’ instructions
• 6.2Adjust controller modes and actions are adjusted according to specifications
• 6.3Undertake zero span and range checks using appropriate configuration
• 6.4Make final adjustments to control instrumentation to meet specifications

7 Complete service reports and recommission

• 7.1Complete service reports in accordance with SOPs
• 7.2Adopt appropriate follow-up procedures
• 7.3Recommission control instrumentation in accordance with SOPs

What does an assessment tool for MEM18060 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MEM18060 needs to address all 59 unit components: 7 elements with 28 performance criteria, 12 performance evidence requirements, 19 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for MEM18060?

Auditori pulls the current release of MEM18060 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

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Can I check my existing MEM18060 assessment instead of generating a new one?

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