Electrician

NATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARDS
for
ELECTRICIAN
(Competency Standards Code: E40S001)
National Apprentice & Industrial Training Authority

971, Sri Jayawardenapura Mawatha,
Welikada,
Rajagiriya.
Endorsed by
Tertiary & Vocational Education Commission
354/2, Nipunatha Piyasa, Elwitigala Mawatha,
Narahenpita.
Sponsored by the Skills Development Project

ADB Loan 1707 – SRI (SF)
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Skills Development

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Competency Standards Code No: E40S001 Endorsement Date : Revision No.: 1 Date of 2nd revision Page I
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PREFACE
National Competency Standards (NCS) are an essential element for the implementation of a unified Technical and
Vocational Education & Training System for Sri Lanka and form the basis for the National Vocational Qualification
Framework of Sri Lanka, which provides for the award of nationally recognized qualifications. The NCSs are
developed in consultation with industry and are designed using a nationally agreed specific format, to maintain
uniformity and consistency of standards amongst occupations.
The NCSs specify the standards of performance of a competent worker and the various contexts in which
work may take place. NCSs also describe the knowledge, skills and attitudes required in a particula r occupation.
NCSs provide explicit advice to assessors and employers regarding the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be
demonstrated by the candidates seeking formal recognition for the competencies acquired, either following
training or through work experience
NCSs focus on what is expected of a worker in the workplace rather than on the learning process.
NCSs stress upon the ability to transfer and apply knowledge and skills to new situations and environment
In NCSs the emphasis is upon outcomes and upon the application of knowledge and skills, not just the
specification of knowledge and skills.
NSSs are concerned with what people are able to do and the ability to perform a task in a range of contexts.
NCSs include all aspects of workplace performance and not only narrow task skills.
NCS can serve a number of purposes including:
Providing advice to curriculum developers about the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be included i n the
curriculum.
Providing specifications to Competency Based Assessors about the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be
demonstrated by candidates.
Providing advice to industry about job functions, which in turn can be used for the development of job
descriptions, performance appraisal systems and work flow analysis.
The lead organization for the development of NCSs is the National Apprentice & Industrial Training Authority.
The standards so developed are endorsed by the Tertiary & Vocational Education Commission as Nationa l
Documents.
There is a requirement to review the standards within the prescribed period as appropriate as and wh en required,
with the assistance of relevant industry groups, and incorporate the changes in the National Competency
Standards.
Dr. Tissa Jinasena Dr. T.A. Piyasiri

Chairman, Apprentice & Industrial Director General,
Training Authority Tertiary & Vocational Education
Commission
Competency Standards Code No: E40S001 Endorsement Date : Revision No.: 1 Dateof 2
nd
revision Page II
(1st revision)
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Overall Direction
Mr. Hector Hemachandra Project Director

Technical Education Development Project
Mr. Amal Senalankadhikara Chairman

National Apprentice & Industrial Training Authority
Dr. T.A.Piyasiri Director General

Technical Support
Mr.David Kay, International Consultant.
Mr.C.B.Fernando, Consultant.
Mr.W.P.Ariyaratne,Hemals Electricals
Mr.H.M.Karunatilake, Nugegoda Electricals
Mr.Gorden de Silva, Clipsal Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
Mr.Anton Peiris, Electro Serve (Pvt) Ltd
Mr.Nihal Perera, lllukkumbura Industrial Automation (Pvt) Ltd.
Mr.Bradley Adams,Roche Engineering (Pvt) Ltd.
Mr.Upul Godahewa, General Sales.
Mr.S.I.Rodrigo, Thomson & Sons (Pvt) Ltd.
Rev.Fr.Tyronne Mihidukulasuriya, Youth Training Centre,Cholankanda.
Mr.W.A.D.Perera, Consultant -NITAC
Mr. A.J.M.Sirisoma,Sri Lanka Advanced Technical College -NITAC
Mr. H.A.Ariyasinghe, Sri Lanka Ports Authority. -NITAC
Mr. Anton Kevitiyagala, Trans Asia Hotel, Colombo - 02, NITAC
Mr. D.L.A.Peiris,Department of Labour -NITAC
Mrs. Sepali Rupasinghe, Department of National Planning -NITAC
Mr.R.A.N.C.Gunathilake,Coordinating Officer -NAITA
Mr.Thilak de Silva, Marc Engineering (Pvt) Ltd. - NITAC
Mr. W.D. Buddhadasa, Ceylon Electricity Board. - NITAC
Mr. S.P.K. Amarasinghe, CGTTI , Katubedda, - NITAC.
Mr.U.S.Upali, Mahapola Training Institute.- NITAC
Mr. Athula Ellangage,Ceylon Eletrical Industries, Piliyandala -NITAC.
Mr.K.Channa Fernando, Hemals Electricals Industry,
Mr. B.D.Susantha, Sri Lanka Technical College, Homagama.
Mr. M.D.D.V.Senevikumara, Galadari Hotel,
Mr. J.A.D.J.Jayalath, TVEC, -NITAC
Mr.Milan Wickramasinghe, Inspector ,NAITA
Mr. E.A.Dharmasena - Project Officer - TEDP
Mrs.Renuka Rodrigo-Consultent,Col.Dokyard PLC
Mr.S.U.K Rubasinghe-Acting Director-TVEC,Nipunatha Piyasa
Mr.P.H.K Puhulwella-Electric Engineer,Col.Dokyard PLC
Mr.Sarath Fernando-Senior Engineer,Civimec PLC
Mr.P.N.K Dias-Depiuty Director (Quality) NAITA
Mr.Jayathilaka- Electrician Col.Dokyard PLC
Mr.V.G.C Pushpakumara-Forman Col.Dokyard PLC
Ms.D.Thushara Dilrukshi-Inspector, NAITA
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(1st revision)
Reviewing & Editing
Mr. Gamini Bambaradeniya -Project Manager,SDP
(Original Development)
Mr. M.S.Nanayakkara -Consultant,SDP
Mr. L.S.de.Alwis -Consultant,SDP
Mr. K.G.Piyadasa -Consultant,SDP
Mr. C.Srinath.Fernando -Consultant,SDP
Mr. P.H.C.Perera -Consultant,SDP
Mr. D.D.D.Suraweera -Lecturer, NITESL
Mr. M.G.Amarasuriya -Deputy Director, TVEC
Mr. S.Kapuge -Deputy Director, TVEC
Reviewing & Editing

(1st revision)
Mrs. D.C. Wahalatantri, Deputy Director (Planning &
Development), NAITA
Mr.P.N.K.Dias, Assistant Director (Curriculum
Development), NAITA
Mr.L.S.Sisira Kumara Weerasekaralage,Training
Manager,NAITA
Mrs.Renuka Rodrigo,Consultant, Col.Dok yard
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(1st revision)
(ORIGINAL DEVELOPMENT)
NATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARDS FOR

ELECTRICIAN
(Code No. E40S001)
Development Group  Mr. W.P. Ariyaratne, Managing Director, Hemals Electricals

• Mr.H.M.Karunatilake, Managing Director, Nugegoda Electricals
• Mr.Gorden de Silva, Chief Executive Officer, Clipsal Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
• Mr.Anton Peiris, Chief Executive Officer, Electro Serve (Pvt) Ltd
• Mr.Nihal Perera, Managing Director, lllukkumbura Inustrial Automation
(Pvt) Ltd.
• Mr.Bradley Adams,Human Resources Manager, Roche Engineering
(Pvt) Ltd.
• Mr.S.I.Rodrigo, Director, Thomson & Sons (Pvt) Ltd.
• Rev.Fr.Tyronne Mihidukulasuriya, Director,Youth Training
Centre,Cholankanda.
• Mr.Upul Godahewa, Human Resources Manager, General Sales.
National Industrial Training • Mr. W.D. Buddhadasa Electrical Engineer (Inter. Tr)Ceylon
Advisory Committee Electricity Board.
• Mr Athula Ellangage, Production Manager Ceylon Electrical
Industries, Piliyandala.
• Mr. W.A.D. Perera, Consultant, 165/25, Anguruwatota Road,
Horana.
• Mr. Thilak de Silva, Director, Marc Engineering (Pvt) Ltd.
• Mr. S.P.K. Amarasinghe, Training Engineer (Ref. & A/C), CGTTI,
582, Galle Road, Katubedda
• Mr. Anton Kevitiyagala, Engineer (Ref. & A/C), Trans Asia Hotel.
• Mr. A.J.M. Sirisoma, Lecturer, Sri Lanka Advanced Technical
College, Dehiwala.
• Mr. H.A. Ariyasinghe, Electrical Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Division, Sri Lnaka Ports Authority.
• Mr. D.L.A. Peiris, Factory Inspecting Engineer, Department of
Labour, Narahenpita.
• Mrs. Sepali Rupasinghe, Deputy Director, Department of National
Planinig.
• Mr. M.G. Amarasuriya, Deputy Director, TVEC
• Mrs. D.C. Wahalatantri, Assistant Director, NAITA.
• Mr.R.A.N.C.Gunathilake,Coordinating Officer, NAITA.
Competency Standards Code No: E40S001 Endorsement Date : Revision No.: 1 Date of 2nd revision Page V
(1st REVISION)
NATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARDS FOR

ELECTRICIAN
(Code No. E40S001)
Revision Group
 Mr. M.D.D.V.Senavikumara, Galadari Hotel, Colombo 01.
 Mr. K.Channa Fernando, Hemals Electrical Industry , Kelaniya.
• Mr. B.D.Susantha, Technical College, Homagama.
• Mr. S.U.KRubasinghe,Acting Director,TVEC,Nipunatha Piyasa
• Mrs.Renuka Rodrigo-Consultant,Col.Dokyard PLC
• Mr.P.H.K Puhulwella-Electric Engineer,Col.Dokyard PLC
• Mr.Sarath Fernando-Senior Engineer Civimec PLC
• Mr.Jayathilaka-Electrician,Col.Dokyard PLC
• Mr.V.G.C Pushpakumara-Forman,Col.Dokyard PLC
National Industrial Training
Advisory Committee  Mr. Thilak de Silva, Director, Marc Engineering (Pvt) Ltd.
 Mr. W.D. Buddhadasa Electrical Engineer (Inter. Tr)Ceylon
Electricity Board.
 Mr Athula Ellangage, Production Manager Ceylon Electrical
Industries, Piliyandala.
 Mr. S.P.K. Amarasinghe, Training Engineer (Ref. & A/C), CGTTI,
582, Galle Road, Katubedda
 Mr.U.S.Upali, Training Officer, Mahapola Training Institute
 Mr. W.A.D. Perera, Consultant, 165/25, Anguruwatota Road,
Horana.
 Mr. Anton Kevitiyagala, Engineer (Ref. & A/C), Trans Asia Hotel.
 Mr. A.J.M. Sirisoma, Lecturer, Sri Lanka Advanced Technical
College, Dehiwala.
 Mr. H.A. Ariyasinghe, Electrical Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Division, Sri Lnaka Ports Authority.
 Mr.Sarath Fernando,Chief Engineer,Access International (Pvt) Ltd.
 Mr.H.L.L.Dhammika, Factory Inspecting Engineer, Department of
Labour, Narahenpita.
 Mr.M.A.Dharmadasa,Director,Ministry of Public Administration.
 Mrs. Sepali Rupasinghe, Deputy Director, Department of National
Planinig.
 Mr. J.A.D.J.Jayalath, Director (IS) , TVEC
 Mr.Suraj Jayathilaka, Lecturer, UNIVOTEC
NN  Mrs. D.C. Wahalatantri, Deputy Director, NAITA.
 Mr.Milan Wickramasinghe, Inspector, NAITA.
• Mr.P.N.K Diass-Depiuty Director(Quality)NAITA
• Ms.Thushara Dilrukshi-Inspector-NAITA
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NATIONAL CERTIFICATE AT NVQ LEVEL 3 IN THE OCCUPATION OF
ELECTRICIAN
(Code No. E40S001)
1. Endorsement date: 2. Date for review:
3. Qualification code: E40S001Q1L3
4. Purpose of the To certify that the holder of this qualification has acquired the compe-
qualification tencies contained in the units listed in section 6 below.
5. Regulations for the The holder should have been assessed by a licensed Assessor and
qualification found competent in the units listed in section 6 and certified by the
TVEC.
6. Schedule of Units Unit No. Title
E40S001U01 Prepare estimates for electrical Installations

E40S001U02 Carryout domestic single phase electrical
installation
E40S001U03 Install domestic safety/security and
communications systems
E40S001U04 Carry out inspection, testing, fault finding and
repair in domestic electrical installations
7. Accreditation The qualifications shall be offered in compliance with the accreditation

requirements requirements of the TVEC as stipulated in the National Vocational
Qualifications framework of Sri Lanka.
8. Certification TVEC shall certify the qualifications in terms of the regulation at section
5 above.
9. Assessment consistency TVEC responsible for consistency of assessments shall take appropriate
requirements steps to ensure consistency of assessments.
10. Transition arrangements The competency based assessments shall be undertaken by the
registered assessors until TVEC arranged to issue licenses to the
assessors.
11. Contact for comments Chairman, National Apprentice & Industrial Training Authority, 971, Sri
Jayawardenapura Mawatha, Welikada, Rajagiriya.
12. Prerequisite The Candidate should have been found competent in ‘’Basic
Competencies to W ork’’ to be eligible for the award of this
qualification.The candidate may concurrently apply for ‘’Basic
Competencies to Work ‘’and this qualification
Competency Standards Code No: E40S001 Endorsement Date : Revision No.: 1 Date of 2nd revision Page VII
(1st revision)
ELECTRICIAN
(Code No. E40S001)
2. Date for review:

1. Endorsement date:
TVEC.

E40S001U02 Carryout domestic single phase electrical
installation
E40S001U05 Carry out industrial electrical installations
E40S001U06 Inspect, test,trace and repair faults in
industrial electrical installations

5 above.
assessors.
12. Prerequisite The candidate should have been found competent in ‘’Basic
competencies to work’’to be eligible for the award of this qualification.
The candidate may concurrently apply for ‘’Basic Competencies to Work’’
and this qualification
Competency Standards Code No: E40S001 Endorsement Date : Revision No.: 1 Date of 2nd revision Page VIII
(1st revision)
ELECTRICIAN
(Code No. E40S001)
1. Endorsement date: 2. Date for review
3. Qualification Code:E40S001Q5L3
To certify that the holder of this qualification has acquired
4. Purpose of the qualification the competencies contained in the units listed in section 6
below.
5. Regulations for the qualification The holder should have been assessed by a Licensed
Assessor and competent in the uni ts listed in section
6 and certified by the TVEC.
6. Schedule of Units Unit No. Unit Title

E40S001U01 Prepare estimate for electrical Installations
E40S001U04 Carry out inspection,testing,fault finding
and repair in domestic electrical installa
-tions
E40S001U07 Repair/maintain/service electric motors and
generators
E40S001U11 Carry out marine electrical installation
7. Accreditation requirements The qualifications shall be offered in compliance with the

accreditation requirements of the TVEC as stipulated in the
National Vocational Qualifications Framework of Sri Lanka
8. Certification TVEC is shall certify the qualifications in terms of the
regulation at section 5 above.
9. Assessment consistency TVEC responsible for consistency of assessments and shall

requirements
take take appropriate steps to ensure consistency of assess
-ments
10. Transitional arrangements Competency based assessments shall be undertaken by

registered assessors until TVEC arranges to issue licenses
to the assessors.
11. Contact for comments Chairman, National Apprentice & Industrial Training Author
ity, 971, Sri Jayawardenapura Mawatha, Welikada,
Rajagiriya.
12. Prerequisite The candidate should have been found competent in “Basic
Competencies to work” to be eligible for the award of this
qualification. The candidate may concurrently apply for “Basic
competencies to work” and this qualification
Competency Standards Code No: E40S001 Endorsement Date : Revision No.: 1 Date of 2nd revision Page IX
(1st revision)
ELECTRICIAN
(Code No. E40S001)
The holder should have been assessed by a licensed Assessor and

5. Regulations for the found competent in the units listed in section 6 and certified by the
qualification TVEC.
Unit No. Title

6. Schedule of Units
E40S001U06 Inspect, test, trace and repair faults in
E40S001U07 Repair / maintain / service electric motors and
generators
E40S001U08 Install industrial safety/security and
communications systems

5 above.
9. Assessment consistency TVEC unit responsible for consistency of assessments shall take
requirements appropriate steps to ensure consistency of assessments.
assessors.
competencies to work’’ to be eligible for the award of this qualification.
The candidate may concurrently apply for ‘’Basic Competencies to Work’’
Competency Standards Code No: E40S001 Endorsement Date : Revision No.: 1 Date of 2nd revision Page X
(1st revision)
ELECTRICIAN
(Code No. E40S001)
TVEC.

E40S001U06 Inspect, test, trace and repair faults in
E40S001U07 Repair / maintain / service electric motors and
generators
E40S001U09 Install, service / repair or replace electrical control
& protective switchgear systems
E40S001U10 Install, service & repair programmable logic
control systems

5 above.
assessors.
competencies to work’’ to be eligible for the award of this qualification.
The candidate may concurrently apply for’’Basic Competencies to Work’’
Competency Standards Code No: E40S001 Endorsement Date : Revision No.: 1 Date of 2nd revision Page XI
(1st revision)
ELECTRICIAN
(Code No. E40S001)
4. Purpose of the qualification To certify that the holder of this qualification has acquired the compe
-tencies contained in the units listed in section 6 below.
TVEC.
6. Schedule of Units Unit No. Unit Title

E40S001U01 Prepare estimate for el ectrical Installations
E40S001U07 Repair/service electric motors and
generators
E40S001U11 Carry out marine electrical installations
E40S001U12 Carry out marine electrical, installation,
inspection,testing,troubleshooting and
maintenance
7. Accreditation requirements The qualifications shall be offered in compliance with the accredita
tion requirements of the TVEC as stipulated in the National Voca
-tional Qualifications framework of Sri Lanka.
8. Certification TVEC shall certify the qualifications in terms of the regulation at

section 5 above.
9. Assessment consistency TVEC responsible for consistency of assessments shall take

requirements appropriate steps to ensure consistency of assessments.
10.Transition arrangements The competency based assessments shall be undertaken by the

assessors
11.Contact for comments Chairman, National Apprentice & Industrial Training Authority, 971, Sri
12. Prerequisite The candidate should have been found competent in ‘’Basic compe
tencies to work’’ to be eligible for the award of this qualification.
The candidate may concurrently apply for’’Basi c Competencies to
Work’’ and this qualification
Competency Standards Code No: E40S001 Endorsement Date 1st Revision No.: 1 Date of 2nd revision Page XII
G NATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARDS
for
ELECTRICIAN
(Competency Standards Code: E40S001)
List of Units Code No. Level Page
1. Prepare estimates for electrical Installations E40S001U01 3 2
2. Carryout domestic single phase electrical installation E40S001U02 3 5
3. Install domestic safety / security and communication E40S001U03 3 10

systems
4. Carry out inspection, testing, fault finding and E40S001U04 3 14

repair in domestic electrical installations
5. Carry out industrial electrical installations E40S001U05 4 18
6. Inspect, test, trace and repair faults in industrial E40S001U06 3 23

electrical installations
7. Repair /maintain /service electric motors and generators E40S001U07 4 27
8. Install industrial safety / security and communication E40S001U08 4 31

systems
9. Install, service / repair or replace electrical control E40S001U09 4 35
& protective switchgear systems
10. Install, service & repair programmable logic control E40S001U10 4 39

systems
11. Carry out marine electrical installations E40S001U11 3 44
12. Carry out marine electrical installations,inspection E40S001U12 4 49

testing,troubleshooting and maintenance
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Packaging for National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ)
J National Certificate at NVQ Level 3 in the occupation of Electrician will be awarded to those who are
competent in units 1+2+3+4 - E40S001Q1L3
 National Certificate at NVQ Level 3 in the occupation of Electrician will be awarded to those who are
competent in units 1+2+5+6 - E40S001Q2L3
 National Certificate at NVQ Level 4 in the occupation of Electrician will be awarded to those who are
competent in units 1+5+6+7+8 - E40S001Q3L4
• National Certificate at NVQ Level 4 in the occupation of Electrician will be awarded to those who are
competent in units 1+5+6+7+9+10 E40S001Q4L4
• National Certificate at NVQ Level 3 in the occupation of Electrician(Marine) will be awarded to those who
are competent in units 1+4+7+11-E40S001Q5L3
 National Certificate at NVQ Level 4 in the occupation of Electrician(Marine) will be awarded to those who
are competent in units 1+7+11+12- E40S001Q6L4
Note:Unit no.11 & 12 covers the content of Units 5+6+9

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UNIT TITLE Prepare estimates for electrical Installations
This unit covers the competencies required to prepare estimates for domestic, indus-
trial wiring and communication & safety equipment wiring in accordance with the
DESCRIPTOR layout plan / wiring diagram etc., ensuring cost effectiveness, conforming to stan-
dards and regulations.
CODE E40S001U01
ELEMENTS OF
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
COMPETENCE
1. Collect Information 1.1 Information gathered from the customer in respect of service
for the Electrical requirement
Installation work
1.2 Material required for the installation work listed out, considering the
customer’s requirements and referring to the layout plan/wiring
diagrams
1.3 Current market prices of material and accessories of appropriate

quality obtained from several suppliers and prices compared
1.4 Labour requirements for the installation estimated, based on nature

of work
2. Prepare estimate for 2.1 Cost of material & accessories calculated in terms of current market
the installation. prices for a specified time duration
2.2 Number of labour hours & its cost calculated according to current
labour rates/enterprise policies and location of site.
2.3 Transport / overhead costs calculated according to enterprise

policies.
2.4 Profit margin added, considering the total cost involved and
enterprise policies.
2.5 Allowence for contingencies and taxes added as appropriate.
2.6 Final estimate prepared and documented with the specified time
stating the validity period of estimate.
3. Explain details of 3.1 Deteil estimate explained to customer in a standard format.
estimate for approval
3.2 Customer’s feedback on the estimate obtained without delay.
3.3 Estimate revised to accommodate customer’s feedback and for final

approval.
RANGE STATEMENT
Work can take place in a residential/industrial/commercial building where the Electrician is called upon to
prepare the estimate.
In this unit, preparation of estimates are limited to the following :
 Domestic / Industrial electrical new installations

 Repairs/alterations/additions to existing domestic / commercial /Industrial electrical installation s,
three phase, 400 volts, 60 amp.
(1st revision)
The following tools, documents and material are used in this unit:
 Measuring tape  Calculator

 Stationery  Layout plans & various diagrams
 Data relevant to the particular installation  Manufacturer’s technical specifications
Current price list  Material and accessories data table
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Form of assessment
Holistic assessment coupled with gathered evidence of performance is suitable for this unit.
Assessment context
 This unit could be assessed on or off the job or in a simulated situation

 Candidate must demonstrate the competencies in this unit individually
 This unit could be assessed individually or in conjunction with other related units
Critical Aspects
Assessment must confirm the candidates ability to:
 Identify customer’s/clients’ requirements and prepare estimates referring to layout plans

 Use of current market prices of electrical switch gear, accessories and material.
 Prepare the list of material.
Assessment conditions:
The candidate will have access to:

- Current market prices of items needed
- Information on current labour rates/overhead costs/ taxes/exchange rates, where applicable
- Stationery and documenting material required for preparation of estimates. etc.,
The candidate will be permitted to refer to the following documents:

- Relevant product and manufacturing specifications.
- Relevant manuals, standards and reference material.
The candidate will be required to:

- Orally, or by other methods of communication, answer questions asked by the assessor.
- Identify superiors who can be approached for the collection of competency evidence where
appropriate.
- Present evidence of credit for any off-job training related to this unit.
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the
unit as specified by the criteria, and that he/she possess the required underpinning knowledge.
Special notes
During assessment, the candidate will:

 Communicate information about the task being undertaken to ensure a fair and competitive estimate
 Take responsibility for the quality of their own work;
 Plan tasks in all situations and review task requirements as appropriate;
 Perform all tasks to specifications;
 Use accepted practices, processes and workplace procedures.
Tasks involved will be completed within reasonable time frames
(1st revision)
Resources required for assessment:
All tools and stationery and relevant information/ data on present market prices of material listed under
the range statement for the unit
UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE UNDERPINNING SKILLS

 Norms in interacting & negotiating with  Customer interaction and negotiation skills
customers/clients  Ref er layout plans/wiring diagrams,
 Interpretation of layout plans/wiring diagrams, manufacturer’s specifications etc., on electrical
serv ice manuals and manuf acturer’s installations
specifications, technical sketches, graphic  Select correct type, rating of electrical control
symbols etc & protective switch gear, according to the
 Types of electrical control and protective wiring diagrams/layout plan
switchgear and accessories used in domestic  Select correct type and size of wires and
, industrial and commercial electrical circuits cables, according to the rating of each circuit
 Types of electrical wires and cables and their  Select correct type of electrical accessories
ratings and abbreviation colour codes utilized to suit various circuits
for identifications  Select the correct type and size of electrical
 Types of electrical accessories and their conduit,trunking /casing & capping to suit the
applications wiring
 Types of electrical conduits, trunking,casing &  Select correct type of insulating material
capping etc,and their applications and cutting/ according to the requirements
jointing /fixing methods  Select the most appropriate and cost-effective
 Types of insulation material used in electrical earth electrode for the electrical installations
installations  Select items/material in conformity with the
 Types of earth electrodes and their applications. regulations & standards
 Local authority/enterprise policies related to
 Electrical legislation and regulations related
to electrical wiring
 Method of calculating labour cost/overheads/
profit margin etc.,
 Norms and standard formats of preparing
estimates
 Record keeping and reporting
(1st revision)
UNIT TITLE Carryout domestic single phase electrical Installation
This unit covers the competencies required to install domestic electrical circuits, in
accordance with the electrical layout plan/wiring diagrams etc., conforming to stan-
DESCRIPTOR dards and regulations, while ensuring safety of self, others and property including
safety of the electrical installation.
CODE E40S001U02
ELEMENTS OF
COMPETENCE
1. Prepare material for 1.1 Cables required for each circuit selected considering current ratings,
voltage drop and conforming to standards and regulations.
Installation
1.2 PVC conduit and trunking & related accessories selected according
to requirements, standards and regulations.
1.3 Electrical fittings, wiring accessories, switchgear and other required

material selected as specified in the layout plan and wiring diagrams.
2. Lay and fix electrical 2.1 Locations of the electrical points identified and marked according to
PVC conduit, trunking, layout plan.
casing & caping and
draw wires and cables. 2.2 Location of PVC conduit / trunking to be laid, marked according to
layout plan.
2.3 Walls chipped as necessary for burying of conduit according to layout

plan.
2.4 Conduits trunking,casing and caping layed according to lay out plan,
regulation.
2.5 Wires / cables drawn according to the wiring diagram ensuring safety
of the wires / cables, tools and equipment
3. Install electrical 3.1 Electrical accessories, fittings erected at standard heights and
accessories stipulated locations etc., according to layout plan and regulations
3.2 Cables and wires terminated to accessories as per the manufacturer’s

instructions & regulations.
4. Fix and wire consumer 4.1 Distribution boards consumer units installed as per layout plan
units and switchgear
4.2 Main switch/ isolator, MCB earth leakage protecting device and
overload protection devices mounted as per lay out plan.
4.3 Main supply cables, earth wires, Earth Continuity Conductor (ECC)
and continuty/circuit protective conductor (CPC) and all sub circuits
terminated to corresponding devices according to the wiring diagram
following code of practice & regulations.
(1st revision)
ELEMENTS OF
COMPETENCE
5. Install the earth 5.1 Earth electrode selected to suit the soil conditions and according to
electrode of the standard earthing practices
domestic electrical
installation 5.2 Earth electrode prepared, driven / buried into the ground at the location
identified in the layout plan / wiring diagram
5.3 ECC wires /cable terminated at the earth electrode ensuring sound
electrical bond using specified connecting/fixing accessories
5.4 Suitable earth electrode cover pit constructed and marked for
identification.
RANGE STATEMENT
Work may take place in a residential building, where the electrician is called to perform the job or in a training
centre.
This unit applies to the following and should be contextualized to the qualification to which it is being applied:
Domestic electrical wiring includes:
 Lighting circuits (intermediate circuits,security circuits,two way circuits,impulse relay circuits)

 Ventilator circuits
 Socket outlet circuits (ring circuits, radial circuits)
 Circuits for fixed appliances up to 3 kw
 Heavy current rated circuits for cooking ranges etc.,
Electrical switchgear and accessories include :-
Main isolator, Residual Current Device (RCD) / Residual Current Circuits Breaker (RCCB), Miniature Circuits
Breakers (MCBs), Switches, Regulators, Lamp fixtures, lamp holders, door bells/door openers shaver socket
outlets & shaver lights double insulated outlets.
The following tools, equipment & material are used to undertake work described in this unit.
 Electrician’s tool kit  Soldering iron (40 - 100 watts)

 Soldering lead & fluxes  Compression tools (crimping tool)
 Clamping & tighting devices  Measuring tape
 Control and protective switchgear used in  Electrical accessories
domestic electrical installations  Wiring accessories
 Wires & cables  Flexible cords
 Anchor bolts  Rawl plugs
 Insulation tape  Cable lugs
 Draw- wire/ tape etc.,  Nails, screws
 PVC conduits & trunking,casing and caping  personal protective equipment
 Ladders & scafoldings Cable markers
Electrical measuring and testing instruments include:
 Continuity tester  Insulation resistance testers (Digital or Analog)

 Clamp- on meter  Multi-meter (Digital or Analog)
 Voltage detector Earth electrode resistance tester (Digital or
Analog)
(1st revision)
Work is performed to drawings, sketches, specifications and instructions as appropriate.
The instructional and other reference data connected with this unit include:
 Layout plans/Wiring diagrams

 Latest standards & regulations related to the domestic electrical wiring
 Manufacturer’s instructional manuals, as appropriate.
Sources of information/documents include:
 IEE regulations  Manufacturer specifications

 CEB regulations  Customer requirements
 Local authority requirements  Workplace, codes of practice
The performance of this unit may be carried out to the following standards:
 Occupational health and safety regulations  Fire protection regulations

 IEE regulations  Consumer protection laws
 Manufacturer’s warranty and repair conditions  International Electro – technical Commission (IEC)
 British Standards and European Norms (BSEN) regulations
 Other standards such as SLSI, ISO, DIN / VDE,  Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS)
Indian Standards (IS)
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Form of assessment
Holistic assessment coupled with gathered evidence of performance is suitable for this unit.
Assessment context
This unit shall be assessed on the job or in a simulated environment demonstrated by an individual working
alone or as a member of a team.
This unit could be assessed individually or in conjunction with other related units.
Critical aspects
 Safety of self, others and property

 Wiring according to colour cords and to correct polarity of switches & socket outlets
 Ensure insulation resistance and earth electrode resistance to acceptable level.
 Adherence to standards and latest regulations.
 Adherence to safety clearances of electrical accessories
Assessment conditions

- All tools, equipment, material and documentation required.

- Relevant workplace procedures.
- Relevant manuals, standards and reference material.
- Layout plans/wiring diagrams
(1st revision)
appropriate.
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements
of the unit as specified by the criteria, and that he/she possess the required underpinning knowledge.
Special notes
During assessment, the individual will:
 Demonstrate safe-working practices at all times;

 Communicate information about processes, events or tasks being undertaken to ensure a safe
and efficient working environment;
 Perform all tasks in accordance with standard operating procedures;
 Perform all tasks to specification;
 Use accepted engineering techniques, practices, processes workplace procedures and correct
atitudes necessary for the exicution of work undertaken
Tasks involved will be completed within reasonable timeframes relating to typical workplace activiti es.
All tools, equipment, measuring instruments and related material listed under the range statement fo r
the unit
 Interpretation of layout plans/wiring diagrams and  Refer, interpret and apply technical information
manufacturer’s specifications, technical sketches, including statutory regulations on domestic
graphic symbols and etc., electrical installations
 Types of domestic wiring methods and circuits and  Select the appropriate method and type of
their applications wiring circuit, according to the wiring diagram/
 Types of electrical control and protectiv e layout plan
switchgear and accessories used in domestic  Select and use of electrical control & protective
electrical installations switchgear, according to the wiring diagram and
 Types of electrical wires and cables and their layout plan, rating and type
ratings  Select and use appropriate type and size of
 Types of electrical conduits, casing & capping wires and cables, according to the rating of each
trunking etc. and their applications and cutting/ circuit
jointing /fixing methods  Select and use appropriate types of electrical
 Electrical tools & measuring instruments used in accessories, according to the type of each
domestic electrical installation work circuit
 Methods of joining terminating electric wires /  Select the correct type and size of electrical
cables and types of insulation material used in conduit /casing & capping trunking etc., cut,
electrical installations bend, join/f i x them according to the
 Earth electrodes and Installation techniques requirements of each circuit
 Methods of testing earth electrode resistance and  Use of correct type of electrician’s tools &
documentation measuring and testing instruments
 Manual handling techniques  Splice, join, terminate, solder and insulate joints
 Safe methods of handling heavy loads in electrical wires and cables using specified
 Material handling devices tools and material
 Occupational Health & Safety legislation
(1st revision)
 First aid treatment methods including methods of  Select and use the most appropriate earth
resuscitation electrode for the installation
 Fire prevention  Lift and transport equipment and material safely,
 Legislation and regulations related to domestic without endangering self, others and property
electrical installations  Maintain good housekeeping
 Testing procedures in electrical circuits  Administer first aid to victims of electric shock
 Safe working methods and personal safety  Use fire fighting equipment in case of fire
procedures  Apply local authority/enterprise policies in
 Record keeping and reporting carrying out electrical installation work
 Waste disposal methods  Refer and act according to current electrical
wiring regulations and work accordingly
 Test the installation for safe and proper
functioning according to standards & regulations
 Work safely on ladders scaffolds and at heights
 Maintain records on inspections and tests done
in domestic electrical installations
(1st revision)
UNIT TITLE Install domestic safety/security and communication systems
This unit covers the competencies required to select, install / wire and test domestic
DESCRIPTOR safety / security and communication systems using specified tools and electrical
measuring instruments, conforming to manufacturer’s specifications, standards and
regulations, while ensuring safety of self, others and property.
CODE E40S001U03
ELEMENTS OF
COMPETENCE
1. Select the type of 1.1 The premises where the system is to be installed, inspected and
safety / security and information gathered from the client
communication system
appropriate for the 1.2 The most appropriate safety / security/ communication system
purpose selected considering client’s/user’s requirements and feasibility of
the system.
2. Lay and fix conduit 2.1 Tools, equipment needed for the work selected.
trunking , casing and
capping & draw cables 2.2 Cables / wires for the installation of the system selected according
& wires. to manufacturer’s specifications
2.3 Conduits/trunking and other material and accessories selected

according to the requirements
2.4 Location for units marked conduits / trunking laid / fixed, avoiding
possible electrical interferences.
2.5 Wires / cables drawn to each unit according to the circuit diagram
3.1 Units mounted at the specified locations as per manufacturer’s

3. Install safety / security specifications and considering customer’s requirements
and communication
system 3.2 Stand by power back up system connected as applicable
3.3 All units connected to the system checked for their electrical &
mechanical soundness.
4.1 System connected to specified power supply.

4. Test the safety /
security / 4.2 Circuits tested individually and units adjusted for optimum
communication performance of the system
systems
4.3 Operation of the system demonstrated to the client and explained
how to operate , handle and carry out routine checks.
RANGE STATEMENT
Work may take place in a residential building where the Electrician is called to perform the job or at a training
centre.
Work is performed to drawings, sketches, specifications and instructions as appropriate and to predetermined
standards of quality and safety.
(1st revision)
Domestic safety / security and communication systems include:
 Photosensitive switches and movement sensors  Fire detection alarm circuits.

 Security protection devices.  Door bells, bell indicators & electrical door
 Domestic communication devices etc., openers
 Proximity sensors

 Soldering lead & fluxes  Compression tools
 Wires and cables  Flexible cords / Audio & video cables
 Conduit (PVC & metal)  Casing & capping (trunking)
 Wooden plugs  Rawl plugs
 Anchor bolts  Cable lugs , other termination and connecting
devices
 Insulation tape  Draw wire/ tape
 Safety devices such as electric Door openers/  Ladders
burglar alarms/Communication units /  Hammer drill
systems etc.,
 Wiring accessories such as clips, terminations,
buckle clips, plastic clips and other assorted
supporting clips
Line Amplifires & boosters
 Angle grinder , pipe bender, Taps dies, pipe vise, pipe wrench.
Electrical measuring and detecting instruments include:
 Multi-meter (Digital and Analog)  Field /signal strength meter.

Voltage detector Clipon meter (Digital and Analog)
The cables / wires used :
 Single-core / multi-core (PVC cables)  Telephone wires/cables.

 Coaxial Cables and ribbon wires  Flexible cords
 Audio & Video cable  Special cables/wires used according to the type
of system etc.,
 Wiring diagrams /circuit diagrams  Manufacturer’s instructional manuals etc
 IEE regulations
 Telecommunication Regulatory Commission policies on safety / security and communication systems
Awareness of insurance policy & requirements
The performances of this unit are to be carried out to:
 Manufacturer’s specifications  Local authority requirements

 Workplace codes of practice
and the following standards:
 Occupational health and safety regulations

 Fire protection regulations according to the international standards
 Regulations on protection against electric shock
 IEE regulations
 Consumer protection laws
 Manufacturer’s warranty and repair conditions and guidelines
(1st revision)
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Form of assessment
Continuous / Holistic assessment is suitable for this unit.
Assessment context
Critical aspects
 Use correct tools, equipment & material specified for the purpose
 Install and commission system according to manufacturer’s specifications and considering user’s
requirements
 Adhering to safety procedures & practices
 Ensure correct functioning of the system without undue adverse interferences with other systems
Assessment condition
- All tools, equipment, materials and documentation required.

- Relevant drawings, manuals, codes, standards and reference material.

appropriate.
Special notes

 Communicate information about processes, events or tasks being undertaken to ensure a safe and
efficient working environment;
 Take responsibility for the quality of his/her own work;
 Use accepted engineering techniques, practices, processes , workplace procedures and correct attitude
necessary for the execution of work undertaken
(1st revision)
Tasks involved will be completed within reasonable time frames relating to typical workplace activities.
All tools, equipment and related material listed under the range statement for the unit
 Read and interpret technical information,  Refer, interpret and apply technical information
regulations etc., on domestic safety/security/ and statutory regulations on safety / security
communications systems and communication system .
 Interpretation of manufacturer’s service  Refer manufacturer’s catalogues, service
manuals and specifications, circuit diagrams, manuals, circuit diagrams etc., on safety/
technical sketches, graphic symbols and wiring security & communication systems used for
diagrams on safety/security & communication domestic purposes
systems used for domestic purposes  Select appropriate type of safety/security &
 Types of dom esti c saf ety / securit y / communication system based on customer’s
com muni cations system s and their requirements and manufacturer’s specifications
applications  Select correct type of cables/wires for the safety
 Types of wires and cables commonly used for / security and communication system according
domestic safety/security/communications to the type of wiring circuit as per manufacturer’s
systems. specifications/ wiring diagrams
 Types of electrical conduits, casing &  Select the correct type and size of electrical
capping,trunking etc., and their applications. conduit /casing & capping trunking etc.,
 Types of electrical accessories used in according to the requirements of each circuit
install ing domestic saf et y/securit y &  Select and use correct type of accessories,
communication systems according to the type of each circuit/ system
 Types of tool s and test ing/m easuring  Use correct type of tools & measuring
instruments used in installing & testing of instruments in installing & testing of safety/
domestic safety/security & communication security & communication systems
systems  Cut / bend / thread / join/fix electrical conduits/
 Methods of cutting/jointing /fixing electrical; casing & capping using hand tools
conduits/casing & capping  Use power tools such as electric portable drill,
 Methods of joining and termination of wires and angle grinder etc.,
cables.  Splice, join, terminate and solder and insulate
 Types of insulation material and their joints of wires and cables using specified tools
applications. and materials.
 Manual handling techniques.  Lift and transport equipment and material safely
 Safe methods of handling and transporting without endangering self, others and property.
heavy loads.  Troubleshoot & repair/maintain safety / security
 Material handling devices. and communication devices used for domestic
 Troubleshooting & repair procedures in safety purposes.
/ security and communication systems devices  Maintain good housekeeping.
used for domestic purposes.  Use fire fighting equipment .
 Occupational Health & Safety legislation  Apply local authority/enterprise policies in
 First aid treatment methods including methods carrying out installation work.
of resuscitation.  Refer and act according to current TRC
 Fire prevention technique. regulations and work accordingly.
 Local authority/enterprise policies related to  Work safely on ladders, trestle platforms,
domestic electrical installations. scaffolds etc., and at heights.
 IEE regulations related to domestic electrical  Maintain records on tests done in safety/security
installations. & communication systems used for domestic
 Telecommunication Regulatory Commission purposes.
regulations (TRC) on safety/security and Administer first aid to various minor injuries
communication system. and electric shock treatment.
 Safe working methods and personal safety
procedures.
 Record keeping and reporting.
(1st revision)
Carry out inspection, testing, fault finding and repair in domestic electrical
UNIT TITLE
installations
This unit covers the competencies required to inspect and test domestic electrical
installations, locate faults in the systems and rectify such faults, using specified
DESCRIPTOR tools, testing & measuring instruments and material. Carry out periodical tests con-
forming to standards & regulations, for safe performance of the installation, while
ensuring safety of self, others and property.
CODE E40S001U04
ELEMENTS OF
COMPETENCE
1. Inspect & test the 1.1 Installation checked for conformity with the layout plan.
electrical installation
1.2 Electrical installation visually inspected for faults/defects / standards
1.3 Heights and locations of electrical switchgear and accessories

checked as per standards and regulations.
1.4 Electrical installation tested as specified in the regulations
1.5 Results of the tests recorded and maintained
2. Repair / maintain the 2.1 The installation tested and faults located and noted down.
electrical installation
2.2 Necessary adjustments in the control and protective switchgear
attended to.
2.3 List of items/material required for replacement prepared.
2.4 Defective control & protective switch gear, cables and accessories
replaced with standard items.
2.5 Defective earth electrode & faulty/damaged earthing conductors

replaced
2.6 Installation tested for safe and optimum performance according to

standards & regulations
2.7 Test results recorded in specified format affer repair.
RANGE STATEMENT
Work may take place in domestic & commercial buildings, where the Electrician is called to perform t he job.
The following tasks are included in this unit:
 Continuity tests on protective conductors

 Continuity test of ring circuits
 Insulation resistance tests
 Polarity tests
(1st revision)
 Earth electrode resistance test
 Performance of over current protective devices / RCD
 Functional tests on control switchgear and accessories
 Overall tests on domestic electrical installations soon after completion of the installation
Attend to issue electrical instalation certificate, minor electrical work certificate, minor electrical wiring
certificate and periodic work certificate

 Soldering lead & fluxes  Compression tools
 Clamping Lighting devices  Cables - (single and multi core)
 Flexible cords  Conduit (PVC & metal)
 Wooden plugs  Rawl plugs
 Anchor bolts  Cable lugs
 Insulation tape  Draw- wire/ tape
 Personal protective equipment  Ladders
 Hammer drill  Angle grinder, pipe bender, Taps & dies, pipe vise,
and pipe wrench.
Electrical measuring and detecting instruments include:

 Voltage detector  Earth resistance tester
 Multi-meter.(Digital and Analog)  Clip-on meter (Digital and Analog)
 Insulation resistance tester  RCD checker
The instructional and other reference data connected with this unit may include:
 Layout drawings/plans  Single line & multi line representations

 Wiring diagrams  Electrical specifications and Manufacturer’s
instructional manuals, as appropriate.
 IEE guidance notes inspecting and testing
 Latest IEE regulations and guidance notes  Manufacturer’s specifications

 Local Authority requirements  Industry / workplace codes of practice
The performance of this unit may be carried out to the following standards:
 Occupational health and safety regulations

 Fire protection regulations according to the international standards
 Regulations on protection against electric shock
 IEE regulations
 Consumer protection laws
 Manufacturer’s warranty and repair conditions
 British Standards and European Norms
 Manufacturer’s service manuals and Guidelines
Electrician’s Operational Methods may include:
 Reading / interpreting electrical layout plans/wiring diagrams of domestic electrical installations

 Testing, dismantling, servicing, assembling, removing and replacing of electrical circuits, control &
protective switchgear and accessories.
 Fault finding using smell, sound & sight assessments for damage, corrosion, wear and electrical short/
broken circuits, electrical measurements and rectify faults in domestic electrical installations.
(1st revision)
Methods should be applied under normal operating conditions.
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Form of assessment
Continuous assessment coupled with gathered evidence of performance is suitable for this unit.
Assessment context
Critical aspects
 Follow safety procedures & work practices

 Isolate and label all connected loads from the circuits before conducting insulation test.
 Isolate electronic devices / capacitors lamps and indicator lamps from the circuits before conducting
Insulation resistance tests.
 All adjustments / replacements of components should be done according to manufacturer’s specifications.
 Test and inspect in sequential order of testing according to regulations and standards, using specified
test instruments
Assessment condition:
- All tools, equipment, test instruments material and documentation required.

- Relevant drawings, manuals, codes, standards and reference material such as IEE regulation etc.

- Identify superiors who can be approached for the collection of competency evidence where appropriate.
The serviced units may be tested by;
 Unit Manufacturer’s Service Manual and any Tests and conditions listed therein
 Any special tests particular for specific units
Special notes

(1st revision)
 Perform all tests to specification;
 Use accepted engineering techniques, practices, processes and workplace procedures.
All the tools, equipment, machines and related material listed under the range statement for the uni t
 Interpretation of layout diagrams, technical  Refer, interpret and apply layout plans, wiring
sketches, graphic symbols and wiring diagrams diagrams, manufacturer’s technical information/
and manufacturer’s specifications etc., specifications including statutory regulations on
 Types of electrical tools used for wiring purposes domestic electrical installations
 Types of electri cal m easuring/ test ing  Select and use the correct type testing
instruments used in domestic electrical equipment and tools
installations  Use electrical measuring and testing equipment
 Types of electrical wiring systems for domestic correctly and safely, test and identify faults in
purposes wiring systems
 Types of electrical control and protective  Check for appropriateness of the wiring system
switchgear and accessories used in domestic according to regulations
electrical circuits  Inspect & test electrical control & protective
 Types and principles of operation of circuit switchgear for their optimum performance
breakers used in domest ic el ectri cal  Check the type and rating of circuit breakers /
installations and their applications protective switchgear installed and determine
 Types of electrical wires and cables and their their appropriateness according to the circuit
current ratings and voltage drops and other protection requirements
relevant factors  Check appropriate type and size of wires/cables
 Types of electrical accessories and their in conformity with requirements
application on domestic electrical installations  Check for correct type of electrical accessories
 Types of earthing systems used in domestic used, according to requirements of regulations
electrical installations  Identify and use the appropriate type of earth
 Importance of testing electrical installations electrode most suitable according to the soil
during and after completion and periodical conditions and test the earth electrode for
inspections recommended earth resistance
 Manual handling techniques  Test completed domestic electrical installations
 Safe methods of handling and transporting in sequential order, according to regulations
heavy loads  Safely handle heavy loads without endangering
 Material handling devices self, others & property
 Occupational health & safety regulations  Safe handling of electric shock victims
 First aid including methods of resuscitation  Good housekeeping
 Fire precautions  Administer first aid
 Safe working methods  Use of fire protection equipment
 Local authority/enterprise policies  Ability to select substitute components /
 Electrical legislation and regulations related to accessories / devices by referring technical
domestic safety / security and communication specification
systems/devices  Safe work practices in working at heights,
 Electrical installation in hazardous areas ladders etc.,
 Record keeping and reporting  Check the installation for adhering to laid down
local authority/enterprise policies/electrical
regulations etc.,
 Check for safety precautions taken in installing
electrical wiring and accessories used in
hazardous areas
 Documentation related to inspection and test-
ing of completed domestic electrical installations
(1st revision)
UNIT TITLE Carry out industrial electrical installations
This unit covers the competencies required to install industrial electrical control &
protective switchgear, lay conduits / trunking /ducts and wire single and multi phase
DESCRIPTOR circuits, install electrical accessories, fixtures and fittings using specified tools,
equipment and material, according to electrical layout plans, conforming with
standards & regulations for safety of the installation, while ensuring safety of self,
others and property
CODE E40S001U05
ELEMENTS OF
COMPETENCE
1. Lay and fix electrical 1.1 Locations of the electrical points identified and marked according to
conduits / trunking / layout plan.
ducts etc.,
1.2 Locations & directions of conduit / trunking/ducts ets. marked
according to the layout plan.
1.3 Walls chipped where necessary, for the burying of (PVC) conduit
according to its sizes and number of runs.
1.4 Steel conduits, trunking/ducts etc. selected, prepared and fixed in

pre-identified locations, clamped firmly, paying attention to the sizes
and number of cables/wires to be accommodated according to the
wiring diagrams /regulations/ standards.
1.5 Conduit accessories firmly buried / mounted at pre-identified

locations, according to layout plan, at specified depths and heights
for each electrical point in conformity with regulations/ standards.
2. Install and wire main 2.1 Main power control switchgear fixed / mounted at the locations
electrical control & according to the layout plan / diagrams and regulations.
protective switchgear
2.2 Stand by power supply equipment panel and change-over switchgear
installed as per manufacturer’s specifications
2.3 Cables from the main power control switchgear and power change
over switchgear to the main power supply / transformers laid and
terminated as specified /detailed in the layout plan/regulations /
standards.
2.4 Earth electrodes installed and terminated at the pre-identified

locations, in accordance with layout plan and conforming with
regulations & standards.
3. Wire electrical final 3.1 Type and size of wires and cables selected for each final circuit
circuits referring to the wiring diagram / standards
3.2 Wiring carried out in accordance with the wiring diagram/layout plan
and in conformity with standards and regulations
3.3 Electrical accessories in the final circuits mounted and wires / cables
terminated as per wiring diagrams
3.4 Special wiring for construction sites, temporary buildings, agricultural

& horticultural sites carried out according to regulations and standards.
(1st revision)
ELEMENTS OF
COMPETENCE
3. Cont. 3.5 Electrical installations in hazardous areas carried out according to

regulations and standards.
3.6 Electrical machines and equipment in final circuits fixed according

to the wiring diagram/standards
4. Install wiring for stand 4.1 Trunking / conduit/ducts / trenching etc. for laying of power cables
by power supplies installed according to wiring diagrams and lay out plan.
4.2 Earth electrodes for the stand by power supply installed and
connected, as per manufacturer’s specifications/regulations and
standards
4.3 Auto / manual power changeover switchgear/ control and protective

switchgear required for the stand by power supply installed and cables
laid and terminated as per manufacturer’s specifications/regulations
/ standards
4.4 Power changing over system checked for correct phase sequence
and performance
RANGE STATEMENT
Work takes place in a construction worksite or in a industrial/commercial building where the Electri cian is
called to perform the job.
Industrial electrical wiring circuits include:
 Lighting circuits  Ring & radial circuits for socket outlets

 Circuits for fixed electrical equipment / machines  Circuits for high current rated electrical machinery
 Circuits for industrial socket outlets and equipment
 Circuits for special locations and hazardous areas.
 Circuits for stand by power supply
Electrical control and protective switchgear:
 Main electrical control and protective  Sub circuit control and protective switchgear
switchgear  Metering and monitoring devices
 Motor control devices  Standby Generator power supply and
switchgear change over switches
The following electrical measuring instruments, tools, equipment & material are included within
this unit.
 Electrician’s tool kit  Tools kit for steel conduit work

 Insulation Resistance tester  Multi-meter
 Earth Electrode Resistance tester  Earth fault loop impedance tester
 Prospective Earth Fault Current (PEFC) Tester  Prospective Short-Circuit Current (PSCC) Tester
 Personal protective equipment  Draw wire
 Basic masonry tools  Phase sequence checker / tester
(1st revision)
 Layout drawings  Block diagrams

 Single line & multi line representations  Wiring diagrams
 Electrical specifications of equipment  Manufacturer’s instructional manuals, as appropriate.
 IEE regulations  Manufacturer specifications

 Local Authority requirements  Industry / workplace codes of practice
HSE Gs 38 on testing instrument
Occupational health & safety practices which should be abided by:
 Occupational health & safety legislations  IEE regulations and guidance notes.
Electrician’s operational methods include:
 Reading / interpreting layout plans/wiring diagrams

 Electrical measurements & fault tracing using specified electrical test & measuring instruments
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Form of assessment
Continuous assessment / Holistic coupled with gathered evidence of performance is suitable for this unit.
Assessment context
Critical aspects
 Ensure safety of self, others and property

 Adhere to regulations standards and specifications.

- IEE Regulations, guidance notes etc
(1st revision)
appropriate.
Special notes

All the tools, equipment, testing instruments machines and related material listed under the range statement
for the unit
UNDERPINNING SKILLS
UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE
 Refer to electrical layout plans, wiring diagrams
 Read & interpret Electrical layout plans/wiring,
etc., Carry out industrial wiring according to
related diagrams.
current electrical wiring regulations and
 Electrical legislation and regulations related to
standards
industrial electrical wirings
 Select and use correct type and rating of
 Types of electrical control and protective
industrial electrical control & protective
switchgear and accessories used in industrial
switchgear, according to the wiring diagram/
electrical circuits
layout plan etc
 Types of electrical wires and cables, including
 Select and use correct type and size of wires
underground cables, their ratings and their
and cables for given circuits
applications
 Select and use correct type of industrial
 Types of electrical accessories used for industrial
electrical accessories, according to given circuit
electrical installations and their applications
 Select the correct type and size of electrical
 Types of electrical conduits/ducts, casing &
conduit /ducts, trunking,casing & capping etc.,
capping trunking etc., and their cutting/joining /
cut/ bend / join / thread and fix them according
fixing and erecting methods
to the requirements of each circuit
 Basic workshop practice.
 Ability to cut drill, file and grind with hand and
 Types of electrical power tools measuring and
electric power tools to given measurements
testing instruments used in industrial electrical
 Use correct type of electrician’s tools &
installation work
measuring and testing instruments
 Types of industrial insulation material used in
 Splice, joint, terminate solder and insulate
electrical wires / cables including underground
 Types of earth electrodes and their applications
cables, by using specified tools
in industrial electrical installations
 Select and use the most appropriate and cost-
 Read & interpret manufacturer’s service manuals
effective earth electrode for the industrial
on standby supply.
electrical installations, to suit various soil
conditions.
(1st revision)
 Manual lifting and handling transporting techniques  Refer manufacturer’s service manuals on
 Safe methods of handling heavy loads installing and maintenance of standby power
 Material handling devices supply.
 Occupational health & safety legislation related to  Use mechanical devices specified for lifting and
electrical installations transporting equipment and material safely
 First aid treatment and methods of resuscitation without endangering self, others and property
 Fire prevention.  Maintain good housekeeping
 Local authority/enterprise policies related to industrial  Administer first aid and attend to electric
electrical installations shock victims
 Safe working methods and personal safety procedures  Use fire fighting equipment
 Record keeping and reporting  Apply local authority/enterprise policies in
carrying out industrial electrical installation
work
 Saf e working at height s using
scaffolding,trestles ladders, platforms, mobile
towers, scaffold etc.,
 Maintain records and supporting documents
on testing of industrial electrical installations
and periodic maintenance of standby supply
(1st revision)
UNIT TITLE Inspect, test, trace and repair faults in industrial electrical installations
This unit covers the competencies required to inspect and test industrial electrical
installations after completion of the installations. Locate faults systematically ac-
DESCRIPTOR cording to regulations / standards, using specified test instruments and repair. Carry
out periodical tests and maintain reports for safe and optimum performance of the
electrical installation, while ensuring safety of self, others and property.
CODE E40S001U06
ELEMENTS OF
COMPETENCE
1. Inspect the industrial 1.1 The installation checked visually for compliance with the standards
electrical installation & regulations and referring to layout plan,wiring diagrams
1.2 The electrical installation inspected for defects / damages and

probable deviations from the layout plan, wiring diagrams
1.3 Locations of electrical switchgear consumer unit equipment checked

for standard heights.
1.4 Protective devices and accessories checked for correct type and for
compliance with the layout plan/standards and regulations.
2 Test the electrical 2.1 The following tests carried out using specified electrical test
installation instruments in conformity with regulations & standards and observing
safety precautions:
- Conductor continuity (Ring circuit and protective conductor)
- Polarity
- Phase sequence
- Operation of residual current device
- Insulation resistance
- Earth electrode resistance
- Earth fault loop impedance
- Prospective over current / short circuit current
- Voltage
- Temperature
2.2 The installation tested, faults located if any and noted down and reports
prepared.
3. Repair / maintain the 3.1 Necessary adjustments in the control & protective switchgear and
electrical installation monitoring attended to according to the instruction manual &
regulations and recorded.
3.2 List of items/material required for replacement prepared and obtained
3.3 Defective control & protective switchgear, damaged wires/cables,

damaged/defective lamps/fixtures/fittings/electrical accessories, earth
electrode & faulty/damaged earthing conductors repaired/replaced
3.4 Defective electrical components in industrial machinery serviced/

repaired/ or replaced
3.5 Electrical supply to the communication devices repaired/or replaced
(1st revision)
RANGE STATEMENT
Work takes place in a construction worksite or in an industrial /commercial building where the Electrician is
called to perform the job.
Inspection, testing & fault rectification in this unit includes:
 Overall tests on industrial electrical installations befor commisioning of plant/installation

 Periodic inspection & testing on existing industrial electrical installations
 Repairs / replacements of defective components
Following safety practices and procedure, and in conformity with regulations/standards & manufacture r’s
specifications etc.,
The following electrical measuring instruments, tools, equipment & materials are included within
this unit.
Voltage detector
 Multi-meter  Insulation Resistance Tester
 Earth fault loop impedance tester  Earth Electrode Resistance tester
 Prospective Short-Circuit Current (PSCC)  Prospective Earth Fault Current (PEFC) Tester
Tester  Clip-on meter
 Phase sequence tester Temperature measuring instrument
The instructional and other reference data connected with this unit may include :
 Layout drawings  Circuit diagrams

 Wiring diagrams  Regulations and Standards
 Manufacturer’s instructional manuals/data etc,  Factory ordinance
 Insurence policy & requirements  Code of practice
Sources of information/documents may include:
 Occupational health & safety legislations  IEE regulations
 Health & Safety Act  Electrical Safety, Quality & Continuity Regulations
 State/industry Occupational Health & Safety  Electricity Safety Act of Sri Lanka /international.
legislation
Electrician’s Operational Methods include:
 Reading / interpreting wiring diagrams

 Testing of industrial electrical installations in sequential order of testing
 Fault finding using smell, sound & sight assessments for damage, corrosion, wear and electrical
short/broken circuits, electrical measurements
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Form of assessment
Holistic / Continuous assessment coupled with gathered evidence of performance is suitable for this unit.
Assessment context
This unit could be assessed on the job demonstrated by an individual working alone or as a member of a
team.
(1st revision)
Critical aspects
 Carry out inspection, testing, installation and fault finding safely and in sequential order
 Adhere to safe work practices and use personal protective equipment
 Carry out replacements according to manufacturer’s specifications
- All tools, equipment, test instruments materials and documentation required.

- IEE regulations , guidence notes etc

appropriate.
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of
the unit as specified by the criteria, and that he/she possess the required underpinning knowledge.
Special notes

Tasks involved will be completed within reasonable time frames relating to typical workplace activit ies.
All the tools, equipment, test instruments machines and related materials listed under the range statement
for the unit
(1st revision)
 Interpretation of circuit diagrams, service  Refer, interpret and apply technical information
manuals, technical sketches, graphic symbols including statutory regulations on industrial
and wiring diagrams and manufacturer’s electrical installations
specifications etc.,  Select and use the correct type electrical tools
 Types of electrical tools used for wiring purposes  Use electrical measuring and testing equipment
 Types of electrical measuring instruments used correctly and safely, test and identify faults in
in testing electrical installations wiring systems
 Types of electrical wiring systems for industrial  Check for appropriateness of the wiring system
purposes according to regulations
 Types of electrical control and protective  Inspect & test electrical control & protective
switchgear and accessories used in industrial switchgear for their optimum performance
electrical circuits  Check the type and rating of circuit breakers /
 Principles of operation of circuit breakers and protective switchgear installed in industrial
their applications electrical installations and determine their
 Types of electrical wires and cables and their appropriateness according to the circuit
ratings and their applications protection requirements
 Types of industrial electrical accessories and  Use appropriate type and size of wires/cables in
their application on industrial electrical conformity with industrial requirements and
installations regulations
 Types of earth electrodes systems used in  Check for correct type of electrical accessories
industrial electrical installations used, according to industrial requirements and
 Importance of testing electrical installations after regulations
completion, and thereafter carrying out periodical  Select substitute components, accessories,
inspections devices by referring to technical specifications
 Troubleshooting & repair procedures in industrial  Install correct type of earth electrode, test &
electrical installations ensure for recommended earth electrode
 Manual handling techniques resistance
 Safe methods of handling heavy loads  Test completed industrial electrical installations
 Material handling devices and carry out periodical tests in existing electrical
 Occupational health & safety legislation related installations in sequential order according to
to electrical installations regulations
 First aid including methods of resuscitation  Safely handle heavy loads without endangering
 Fire prevention self, others & property
 Safe working methods  Safe handling of electric shock victims
 Local authority/enterprise policies  Good housekeeping
 Electrical legislation and regulations related to  Administering first aid
industrial installations  Use of fire protection equipment
 Electrical installation in hazardous areas  Safe work practices in working at heights,
 Record keeping and reporting ladders, scaffolds trestle scaffolds.etc
Methods of joining, terminating electric wires /  Check the installation for adhering to laid down
cables and types of insulation on material used local authority/enterprise policies/electrical
regulations etc.,
 Check for safety precautions taken in installing
electrical wiring and accessories used in
hazardous areas
 Documentation related to inspection and testing
of industrial electrical installations
Splice, join, terminate , solder and insulate joints
in electrical wires and cables using specified tools
and material.
(1st revision)
UNIT TITLE Repair / Maintain / Service electric motors and generators
This unit covers the competencies required to inspect, test, identify and locate faults,
service repair & maintain electric motors and generators using specified test instru-
DESCRIPTOR
ments for safe and optimum performance of electric motors and stand by generators,
while ensuring safety of self, others and property.
CODE E40S001U07
ELEMENTS OF
COMPETENCE
1. Test the electric motor 1.1 The electric motor data / name plate read and interpreted and identified
the specifications of motor
1.2 Mechanical defects such as, faulty bearings, bent shaft, unusual
noise inspected without energizing.
1.3 Motor checked using specified test instruments to detect electrical

defects such as, loose/or burnt electrical connections, defective
capacitors, burnt windings, low insulation resistance
1.4 Tripping of protective device/ difficulty in starting /low RPM / unusual

noises / excessive heat observed while the motor is running with
power supply connected with suitable control and protective device,
using specified test instruments.
2. Repair /Maintain /service 2.1 The electric motor dismantled for further internal tests/servicing/
electric motor repairs according to manufacturer’s instructions and following safely
precautions.
2.2 Exterior parts of the motor cleaned with specified cleaning agents/
tools & materials
2.3 Windings checked with Insulation resistance tester and readings

recorded.
2.4 Insulation resistance of the windings increased to the specified level

if necessary.
2.5 Accessories and components of the motor serviced /repaired or

replaced, where necessary
2.6 Serviced/repaired electric motor re-assembled according to

manufacturer’s instructions.
3. Test the repaired / 3.1 No load and load tests carried out as specified and results noted.
serviced electric motor
4. Service/maintain 4.1 Routine maintenance carried out as specified by the manufacturer.
generators
4.2 Maintenance/service records updated.
(1st revision)
RANGE STATEMENT
Work takes place in an industrial establishment/work site, where the Electrician is called to perform the job.
The following types of electric motors are covered in this document :
 DC Motors  Electric Motors for use on single phase 230V

 Electric Motors for use on 3 phase AC 400 V  Stand by generators single and 3-phase 230/400V
Electrical control and protection devices for :
 Switching  Isolation
 Protection against electric shock  Protection against thermal effects
 Protection against over current  Protection against short circuit current
 Protection against overload
this unit.
 Electricians’ tool kit  Mechanical tool kit

 Multi-meter  Insulation Resistance Tester
 Test bench for testing of Motors  Growler
 Tachometer  Clip-on meter
 Bearing pullers  Battery tester
 Battery water  Lubricants
 Specified cleaning agents, cotton waste etc.,  Personal protective equipment
 Paints and anticorrosives
Work is performed according to, manufacturers’ specifications and instructions as appropriate and to
predetermined standards of quality and safety.
 Circuit diagrams  Wiring diagrams

 Manufacturer’s instructional manuals etc.  Log books
 Periodical maintenance schedule
 Manufacturer’s service manuals/specifications  Industry / workplace codes of practice
 Occupational health & safety legislation  IEE regulation.
Electrician’s Operational Methods include:
 Testing, dismantling, servicing, assembly, removal and replacement of parts and accessories
 Faultfinding using smell, sound & sight assessments for damage, corrosion, wear and electrical short/
broken circuits, overheating electrical measurements
 Reading / interpreting manufacturer’s service manuals/instructions etc.,
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Form of assessment
(1st revision)
Assessment context
This unit shall be assessed on the job demonstrated by an individual working alone or as a member of a team.
Critical aspects
Assessment must confirm the candidates ability to :
 Follow safety practices

 Use specified tools and test instrument, and follow accepted procedures
 Handle electrical test instruments safely
 Use of manufactures manuals


- IEE regulations , guidance notes etc
appropriate.
Special notes

All the tools, equipment, test instruments machines and related materials listed under the range statement
for the unit
 Interpretation of electric motor data /name  Read electric motor data / name plate
plate information, manufacturer’s specifications information.
service manuals technical sketches, graphic  Refer, interpret and apply technical information
symbols and wiring diagrams including statutory regulations on electric
motors and motor control switchgear
(1st revision)
 Types of electrical tools used for repair of  Select and use the correct type electrical tools
motors and servicing of standby generators specified for repair of electric motors
 Types of electrical measuring instruments used  Use electrical measuring and testing equipment
in testing electric motors & generators correctly and safely, test and identify faults in
 Fundamentals of electrical rotating machines electric motors and standby generators
 Mai ntenance procedures on stand by  Fault finding in electric motors
generators  Maintain Standby generators
 Types of electric motors and their construction  Identify different types of electric motors and
 W orking principles of electric motors & their parts
generators  Select correct type of electric motor and allied
 Types of electrical control and protective motor control & protective switch gear according
switchgear and accessories used in electric to the requirement
motors & generators  Dismantle and re-assemble electric motors in
 Procedures in dismantaling & re-assembling sequential order
of electric motors  Test electric motors/generators and identify
 Common faults found in electric motors/ defects
generators and troubleshooting methods  Safely handle heavy loads without endangering
 Manual handling techniques self, others & property
 Safe methods of handling heavy loads  Safe handling of electric shock victims
 Material handling devices  Good housekeeping
 Occupational health & safety legislation  Administering first aid
applicable to electrical installations.  Use of fire protection equipment
 First aid including methods of resuscitation  Safe work practices in working at heights,
 Fire prevention ladders, platforms etc.,
 Safe working methods  Take safety precautions in installing & handling
 Local authority/enterprise policies electric motors & standby generators in
 Electrical legislation and regulations related hazardous areas
to electric motors and allied motor control  Service/Maintain electric motors and control
switchgear switchgear
 Preventive maintenance work on motors and  Service and maintain Standby generators
stand by generators  Documentation related to testing/servicing/
 Record keeping and reporting maintenance of electric motors and stand by
 Type of motorcoupling and alignment generators
 Alignment of machines
(1st revision)
UNIT TITLE Install industrial safety/security and communication systems
This unit covers the competencies required to install and test industrial safety/secu-
rity and communication systems, using specified tools, test instruments and mate-
DESCRIPTOR
rial, conforming to manufacturer’s specifications, standards and regulations, while
ensuring safety of self, others and property.
CODE E40S001U08
ELEMENTS OF
COMPETENCE
1. Select the type of 1.1 The premises (where the system is to be installed) inspected, client
safety / security and /or user requirement gathered.
communication system
appropriate for the 1.2 The most appropriate safety / security/ communication system
purpose selected considering the practicality of the system, cost and client/
user requirements according to relevant regulations
2. Install safety / security 2.1 Drawings, tools, test instruments & material selected as needed for
and communication the work.
system
2.2 Conduits/ trunking, cables, wire & switch gear and accessaries
selected according to the requirements.
2.3 Location for units marked. Conduits / casing and capping (trunking)
laid / fixed according to the wiring diagram avoiding possible electrical
interferences on other systems
2.4 Wires / cables drawn to each unit according to wiring diagram
2.5 Units mounted at the specified locations as per relevant regulations

manufacturer’s specifications and considering customer’s/client’s
requirements
2.6 Stand by power back up system installed as applicable
2.7 Components of the system mounted at specific locations according

to manufacturer’s instructions and customer requirements.
3. Test and commission 3.1 The system connected up to the power source as recommended by
the system the manufacturer
3.2 Settings, directions adjusted, where necessary for correct functioning

of units in the system
3.3 The stand by power backup checked for its proper functioning
3.4 The system tested & commissioned as per requirement
3.5 The client /user informed on the operating procedure and periodic
testing of the system
RANGE STATEMENT
Work may take place in a commercial or industrial building where the Electrician is called to perform the job.
(1st revision)
Industrial safety / security and communication systems in this unit includes :
 Fire alarm systems  Burglar / intruder alarm systems

 Public address systems  Time card/master clock systems
 Intercom systems  Security camera systems
 Counting systems etc.,
this unit.
 Electrical/electronic tool kit  Multi-meter

 Insulation resistance tester  Special testing instruments specified by the
 Wires & cables manufacturer
 Electrical accessories  Material required for the installation
 Personal protective equipment Voltage detector

 Circuit diagrams  Single line & multi line representations
 Wiring diagrams  Manufacturer’s instructional manuals/data etc.,
 IEE regulations , guidance notes etc  Manufacturer’s specifications

 Customer requirements  Local authority requirements
 Industry / workplace codes of practice  Telecommunication Regulatory Commission
 industrial safety / security and communication policies
systems
Occupational health & safety practices which must be abided by:
 Occupational health & safety legislations  IEE regulations , guidance notes etc
 Testing, dismantling, servicing, assembly, removal and replacement of parts

 Faultfinding using smell, sound & sight assessments for damage, corrosion, wear and electrical short/
broken circuits, electrical measurements
 Reading / interpreting manufacturer’s service manuals, wiring diagrams etc.,
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Form of assessment
Assessment context
This unit shall be assessed on the job demonstrated by an individual working alone or as a member of a team.
(1st revision)
Critical aspects
Assessment must confirm the candidates :
 Use electrical/electronic test and measuring instruments correctly and safely

 Install and test the system in sequential order and as per manufacturer’s instructions
 Ensure proper functioning of the system and non interference of the system with the working of other
systems

- All tools, equipment, test instruments, material and documentation required.

- Relevant regulations
appropriate.
Special notes

All tools, equipment test instruments and related material listed under the range statement for the unit
manuals, technical sketches, graphic symbols including statutory regulations on industrial
and wiring diagrams and manufacturer’s safety/security & communication systems/
specifications etc., devices
 Types of electrical / electronic tools and its  Select and use the correct type electrical/
applications electronic tools
 Types of electronic test instruments used for  Use electronic test and measuring equipment
testing safety/security and communication correctly and safely, test and identify faults in
systems industrial safety/security & communication
systems/devices
(1st revision)
 Basic knowledge of electronic  Use appropriate type and size of wires/cables

 Types of electrical wires and cables used for in conformity with manufacturer’s specifications
safety /security and communication systems of safety/security and communication systems
& their ratings / applications  Install security video cameras and sensing
 Types of security video cameras and sensing devices as per manufacturer’s instructions
devices etc., used in industrial safety/security  Test industrial safety/security & communication
& communication systems/devices systems/devices and perform regular periodical
 Importance of testing industrial safety/security tests
& communication systems/devices after  Safely handle loads without endangering self,
commitioning, and regular periodical others & property
inspections thereafter  Safe handling of electric shock victims
 Manual handling techniques  Good housekeeping
 Safe methods of handling loads  Administering first aid
 Occupational health & safety applied to  Use of fire protection equipment
electrical Installation.  Safe work practices in working at heights,
 First aid including methods of resuscitation ladders, scaffolds etc.,
 Fire precautions.  Install and check the industrial safety/security
 Safe working methods. & communication systems/devices adhering
 Local authority/enterprise policies. to laid down local authority/enterprise policies/
 Electrical legislation and regulations related IEE regulations.
to industrial saf ety / security and  Adherence to conditions laid down by the
communication systems/devices. Telecommunication Regulatory Commission
 Telecommunication Regulatory Commission on industrial safety/security & communication
regulati ons on industri al Securit y & systems/devices
Communication systems/devices  Take safety precautions in installing industrial
 Electrical installations in hazardous areas safety/security & communication systems/
 Record keeping and reporting devices in hazardous areas
 Documentation related to periodic inspection
and testing of industrial safety/security &
communication systems/devices
(1st revision)
Install, service / repair or replace electrical control & protective switchgear
UNIT TITLE
systems
This unit covers the competencies required to install industrial electrical control and
protective switchgear systems. Service / repair and maintain electrical control and
DESCRIPTOR protective switchgear systems using specified tools and test instruments, according
to manufacturer’s specifications/instructions where applicable, conforming to stan-
dards and regulations, while ensuring safety of self, others and property.
CODE E40S001U09
ELEMENTS OF
COMPETENCE
1. Prepare material for
the installation of 1.1 Layout plans / manufacturer’s specifications / service manual read
electrical control and and interpreted
systems 1.2 Layout plan / manufacturer’s specifications checked and decided on
the location of units of the system
1.3 Conduit / trunking / casing & capping etc., prepared for the laying of
wires and cables according to the layout diagram
1.4 Brackets/holders/ fittings etc., prepared as necessary for mounting /

fixing of units / components
1.5 Different units of the control system prepared / assembled
2. Install electrical 2.1 Conduit / trunking / casing and capping necessary to run the wires
control and and cables for the control system installed as per layout plan
systems 2.2 Mounting boards / brackets for the units installed, as necessary
2.3 Install components of the system as specified in the lay out plan /
diagram.
2.4 Wires and cables laid and terminated in the control units
2.5 The control and protective switchgear system commissioned and

informed the client / relevant authority on the operating procedure and
periodic testing / maintenance of the system
3. Service / Repair / 3.1 Electrical control and protective switchgear systems tested according
Replace electrical to manufacturers instructions ,regulations and specifications.
control and
protective switchgear 3.2 Adjustments to the system made according to manufacturer’s
systems. instructions and specifications.
3.3 Defective components/accessories of control systems repaired

according to manufacturer’s instructions and specifications.
3.4 Performance of electrical control protective systems & switchgears

tested according to specifications/ regulations.
(1st revision)
RANGE STATEMENT
Work may take place in a construction worksite or building where the Electrician is called to perform the job.
This unit applies to the following :
 Electrical control & protective switchgear in industrial electrical installations

 Electric motor control & allied protection switchgear
 Special Electrical control & protection switchgear for stand by generators, emergency power supplies
etc.,
 Power factor improving systems.
this unit.
 Electrician’s tool kit  Insulation resistance tester

 Multi-meter  Wires & cables
 Material required for the installation  Personal protective equipment
Scientific calculator Power factor measuring instruments

 Circuit diagrams  Single line & multi line representations
 Wiring diagrams  Electrical specifications
 Manufacturer’s instructional manuals, as appropriate.
Sources of information/documents may include:
 IEE regulations , guidance notes etc  Manufacturer specifications

 Local authority requirements  Industry / workplace codes of practice
 Testing, dismantling, servicing, assembly, removal and replacement

 Fault finding using smell, sound & sight assessments for damage, corrosion, wear and electrical short/
broken circuits, electrical measurements
 Reading / interpreting wiring diagrams
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Form of assessment
Assessment context
This unit may be assessed on the job or in a simulated situation / environment demonstrated by an individual
working alone or as a member of a team.
(1st revision)
Critical aspects
Assessment must confirm the candidates :
 Ensure correct functioning of the control and protective switchgear systems

 Adhere to safety procedures and practices
 Adhere to manufacturer’s instructions on the use of testing instruments.


- Relevent IEE regulations , guidance notes etc
appropriate.
Special notes

All the tools, equipment, test instruments machines and related material listed under the range statement for
the unit
manuals, technical sketches, graphic symbols including statutory regulations on installing,
and wiring diagrams and manufacturer’s servicing & repair of electrical control &
specifications etc., protective switchgear systems
 Types of electrical tools used for wiring  Select and use the correct type electrical tools
purposes  Use electrical measuring and test ing
 Types of electrical measuring instruments used equipment correctly and safely, test and
in testing electrical installations identify faults in electrical control & protective
 Types of electrical wiring systems for industrial switchgear systems
purposes
(1st revision)
 Types of electrical control systems & protective  Install electrical control & protectiv e
switchgear systems used in industrial electrical switchgear systems according to specified
installations wiring system
 Principles of operation of circuit breakers and  Inspect & test electrical control & protective
their applications switchgear systems f or their optimum
 Types of electrical wires and cables and their performance
ratings/applications  Select and use correct type of electrical
 Types of industrial electrical accessories and control & protective switchgear systems
their application on electrical control & according to the requirement
protective switchgear systems  Use correct type and rating of circuit breakers
 Importance of testing & periodical inspections / protective switchgear installed in electrical
on electrical control & protective switchgear control & protective switchgear systems and
systems determine their appropriateness according to
 Troubleshooting & repair procedures in electrical the circuit protection requirements
control & protective switchgear systems  Use appropriate type and size of wires/cables
 Common faults in industrial power control & in conformity with requirements
Protection switchgear  Select and use correct type of industrial
 Power factor improvement method electrical accessories used, according to
 Manual handling techniques requirements of regulations
 Safe methods of handling heavy loads  Test electrical control & protective switchgear
 Material handling devices systems and do periodical tests in sequential
 Occupational health & safety applied to order, according to regulations
electrical Installation. Use power factor improving system
 First aid including methods of resuscitation  Troubleshoot electrical control & protective
 Fire precautions switchgear systems in conf ormity with
 Safe working methods manufacturer’s specifications, instructions
 Local authority/enterprise policies  Handle heavy loads without endangering self,
 Electrical legislation and regulations related to others & property
electrical control & protective switchgear  Treat electric shock victims
systems  Good housekeeping
 Electrical installations in hazardous areas  Administer first aid
 Record keeping and reporting  Use fire protection equipment
 work safely at heights, ladders, scaffolds etc.,
 Install electrical control & protectiv e
switchgear systems adhering to laid down
local authority/enterprise policies/electrical
regulations etc.,
 Follow saf ety precautions in installing
electrical control & protective switchgear
systems in hazardous areas
 Documentation related to inspection and
testing of electrical control & protective
switchgear systems
(1st revision)
UNIT TITLE Install, service & repair programmable logic control systems
This unit covers the competencies required to install, service, repair and maintain
industrial programmable logic control systems as per manufacturer’s specifications &
DESCRIPTOR
instructions, conforming to standards and regulations, while ensuring proper perfor-
mance of the system and safety of self, others and property.
CODE E40S001U10
ELEMENTS OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

COMPETENCE
1. Install appropriate 1.1 Manufacturer’s relevent instructional/service manual referred to, and
programmable logic machine functional diagram read and interpreted and functions of the
control system input/output devices of the system identified
1.2 Input/output devices connected to the PLC system according to the

functional diagram
1.3 PLC system programmed according to the required functions
1.4 The machine run and the required performance checked.
2. Maintain/service/ 2.1 Manufacturer’s service manuals/software referred and the machine /

repair Programmable system tested, and the locations of faults identified
Logic Control (PLC)
systems/machines 2.2 The faults in the input/output device located and the faulty components
serviced/repaired/replaced, as necessary
2.3 The defects of software in the PLC identified by downloading the

programme on to personal computer (PC), checked input/output status/
voltages and the faults corrected
2.4 Faults in the PLC checked and corrected using manufacturer’s software
programmes, as necessary
2.5 The software programme uploaded from the personal computer (PC)
to the PLC
2.6 Hard copy of programme and events downloaded.
3. Maintain/repair or 3.1 Control devices and final working elements and their functions identified
service input/output
devices 3.2 Defects in the control devices and final working elements diagnosed
and located
3.3 Faulty components serviced/replaced, as necessary
3.4 Functional tests on the control devices and final working elements
carried out
3.5 Control devices and final working elements checked for satisfactory
performance of the system or machine
RANGE STATEMENT
Work may take place in a factory or industrial establishment where programble control systems and machines
are installed.
(1st revision)
This unit covers to the following :
 Input output devices such as protective relays, sensors & proximity switches (Digital and Analog)
 PLC based control systems
 Machine process control & protection  Types of encorder
this unit.
 General Electrical & mechanical tools  Multi-meter

 Logic probe  Voltage detector
 Logic analyser  PLC based electrical control device/machine
 Personal Computer with necessary software  Input/output signal stations
 Manufacturer’s software for re-programming the
PLC
 Block diagrams  Circuit diagrams

 Single line & multi line representations  Wiring diagrams
 Manufacturer’s instructional manuals  Manufacturer’s programming software on PLC etc.,
 Manufacturer specifications/data  Customer requirements

 Industry / workplace codes of practice
 Faultfinding and correction  Reading / interpreting wiring diagrams

 Testing, dismantling, servicing, assembly, removal and replacement
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Form of assessment
Holistic assessment / Continuous assessment coupled with gathered evidence of performance is suitable for
this unit.
Assessment context
This unit may be assessed on the job or in a simulated situation / environment demonstrated by an individual
working alone or as part of a team.
Critical aspects
Assessment must confirm the candidate :
 Use personal computer for downloading and uploading of software programmes and operational data
(1st revision)
 Trouble shoot, identify faults and ensure correct functioning of the system
 Adherence to safety procedures and practices
 Use manufacturer’s specifications

- Relevant regulations

appropriate.
Special notes

All the tools, equipment, test instruments machines and related material listed under the range statement for
the unit

manuals, technical sketches, graphic symbols on installing, servicing & repair of PLC based
and wiring diagrams and manufacturer’s machines & its control systems
specifications etc.,  Test and identify faults in PLC based electrical
 Fundamentals of Digital / Analog Electronics control systems
 Types of PLC based machines and their  Install PLC software in PLC based machines
applications
(1st revision)
 Trouble shooting techniques in PLC based  Inspect & test PLC based control systems
machines for their optimum performance
 Motor control switchgear and its applications with  Select and use correct type of PLC based
PLC electrical control systems according to the
 Common faults in industrial PLC based machines requirement
 Documentation related to inspection and testing  Read & understand and apply PLC based
of PLC based control systems and machines software
 Safety procedures to be followed.  Trouble shoot and rectify faults in PLC based
 Fundamental of hydraulic and pneumatic valves machines/electrical control systems
/ accessories  Adhere to safe working procedures & practices
 Sensors and proximity switches  Record keeping and reporting
 Method of programming Analog / Digital input  Use of personal computers.
out put devices. Programme PLC using PC to meet
machine requirement
(1st revision)
UNIT TITLE Carry Out Marine Electrical Installations
UNIT DESCRIPTOR This unit covers the competencies required to install marine electrical
systems such as main power system, control power syst em , control
systems and lighting systems utilizing conduits ,cabl e trays, coaming.
Wire single and multi phase circuits, install and ter minate electrical
accessories, fixtures and fittings using specified tools, equipment and
material, according to the installation drawings conf orming with standards
& regulations for safety of the installation,while ensuring safty of self,
others and property
CODE E40S001U11
ELEMENTS OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

COMPETENCE
1. Arrange electrical cable 1.1 Locations of the electrical points identified and marked according to
laying mediums and paths installation drawings.
1.2 Locations & directions of cable trays / conduits and coaming
arranged according to installation drawings.
1.3 Cable trays, coaming selected, prepared and fix ed in pre-identified
locations according to the installation drawi ngs and as per regula
-tions and standards.
2. Install main electrical 2.1 Cables and termination accessories selected according to the install
-ation drawings, marine standards, regulations and work specifications
2.2 Main switch board, emergency switch board, power distribution
boards, starter panels, motors, generators and transformers installed
/ mounted at the locations according to the installation drawings,
marine standards, regulations and work specifications.
2.3 Incoming and outgoing cables of main switch board, generators,
distribution boards, starter panels, motors, em ergency switchboard
and transformers laid and terminated according to the installation
drawings, marine standards, regulations and wor k specifications.
2.4 Proper Earth connections installed and terminated at the pre-identified
locations, according to the installation drawings, marine standards,
regulations, work specifications and manufacturer’s specifications.
3. Install lighting systems 3.1 Cables and accessories selected for each circuit according to the
installation drawings, marine standards, regulations and work specifi
cations.
3.2 Installation and terminations of cables, fixtures, instruments related to
the lighting systems carried out in accordance to the installation
installation drawings marine standards,regulati ons and work specifica
-tions
3.3 Installation and terminations of cables,battery banks, battery chargers
distribution panels and instruments related to the control and standby
power systems carried out in accordance with the installation drawings
marine standards, regulations and work specifications.
3.4 Proper Earth connections installed and terminated at the pre-identi
-fied locations, in according to the installation drawings, marine
standards, regulations, work specifications and manufacturer’s
(1st revision)
specifications.
04.Install control systems 4.1 Cables and accessories selected for each circuit referring to
the installation drawings, marine standards, regulations and
work specifications.
4.2 Installation and terminations of cables, system components, and
instruments related to the control systems carried out in
accordance with the installation drawings, marine standards,
regulations and work specifications.
4.3 Proper Earth connections installed and terminated at the pre-ide
-ntified locations, in according to the installation drawings,
marine standards, regulations, work specifications and
manufacturer’s specifications.
RANGE STATEMENT:
Work takes place in a marine or offshore industry, where the electrician is called to perform the j ob
related to this unit may take place
Main power system includes:

Main switchboard, emergency switchboard, power distribution boards, starter panels, generators,
transformers, motors
Ratings 220,380, 400, 415, 440, 450, 660 Volts / 3-phase /50,60 Hz / 200kW to 2000kW
Lighting and control power systems includes:

Main lighting systems includes
Marine light fittings, switches and accessories; (watertight , explosion proof
where necessary)
Ratings; 110, 220 V AC single phase
Emergency lighting systems includes:
Marine light fittings, switches and accessories; (watertight, explosion proof
where necessary)
Ratings; 110, 220V AC single phase, 24 V DC
Navigation lighting systems includes:
Marine navigation light fittings and accessories (according to the vessel
types)
Ratings; 110, 220 V AC single phase, 24 V DC
Control power systems includes:
Distribution boards, Battery banks, Chargers, Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS) and Uninterrupted
Power Supply (UPS)
Ratings; 110 V AC, 220 V AC single phase, 24 V DC
Control systems includes:

Steering system, remote start-stop and running indication, emergency stop, CO 2 alarm system, Fire
damper, watertight doors, thruster systems, power management systems, provision/deck /engine
overhead cranes, life boats, anchor windlass and mooring winches
The following electrical measuring instruments, tools, equipment & material are included
within this unit.
(1st revision)
 Electrician’s tool kit
 Insulation Resistance tester
 Phase sequence tester
 Thermal image camera
 Personal protective equipment
 Multi-meter
 Test simulator (Over current, preferential, reverse power, under voltage )
 High voltage tester ( >1kV)
 Motor winding tester
 Lux meter
 Radio communication equipment
Work is performed according to installation drawings, marine standards, regulations, work specificat ions
and manufacturer’s specifications. and instructions as appropriate and to predetermined standards of
quality and safety.
• System catalogues
• Single line drawings
• Equipment layout drawings and joiner plans
• Cable schedules
• In-process and final inspection sheets
• Work specificattions
 Marine standards and regulations (DNV, LR, IRS, GL,JSS etc / Classes and
Surveys)
 Manufacturer specifications

Customer requirements Industry / workplace codes of practice

• Occupational health & safety standards
• Factories Ordinance – Nos 45 of 1942 and its Regulations
• Personal Protective Equipments (PPE)
• Electrical safety tools such as electrical gloves, insulated tools, safety notices and breaker
locks etc.
• The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code
• Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Regulations
• Reading / interpreting installation drawing

 Testing of controls and protective switchgear and accessories

(1st revision)
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Forms of assessment
Assessment context
alone or as part of a team.
Critical aspects
Assessment must confirm the candidate’s ability to:
• Safety of self, others and property
• Regulations and standards.
• Interpret installation drawings
Assessment conditions
• All tools, equipment, material and documentation required.
• Relevant workplace procedures.
• Relevant product and manufacturing specifications.
• Relevant drawings, manuals, codes, standards and reference material
• Orally, or by other methods of communication, answer questions asked by the assessor.
• Identify superiors who can be approached for the collection of competency evidence where
appropriate.
• Present evidence of credit for any off-job training related to this unit.
the unit as specified by the criteria, and that he/she possess the required underpinning knowledge.
Special notes
• Demonstrate safe-working practices at all times;
• Communicate information about processes, events or tasks being undertaken to ensure a
safe and efficient working environment;
• Take responsibility for the quality of their own work;
• Plan tasks in all situations and review task requirements as appropriate;
• Perform all tasks in accordance with standard operating procedures;
• Perform all tasks to specification;
• Use accepted engineering techniques, practices, processes and workplace procedures
(1st revision)
All the tools, equipment, machines and related material listed under the range statement for the unit
• Read & interpret Electrical Installation • Refer and interpret electrical installation drawing
drawings and wiring diagrams, installation drawing , wiring diagrams
manufacturer catalogues. and specification, name plate data etc.,
• Legislation and regulations related to • Carry out marine electrical installation according
marine industry to regulations and work accordingly
• Types of electrical control and • Select and use correct type and rating of marine
protective switchgear and accessories electrical control & protective switchgear,
used in marine industry according to the installatio n drawing ,wiring
• Types of electrical wires and cables, diagrams
including fire resistant, flame • Select and use correct type and size of wires
retarded, multi core cables, and cables, according to the rating
their ratings and its applications • Handling and laying marine cables
• Types of electrical accessories • Select and use correct type of marine electrical
including cable glands, ties, terminals, accessories such as type and size of Cable
markers, end caps and coaming trays, coaming etc.
sealing materials used for marine • Ability to cut drill, file and grind with hand tools
electrical installations and their • Use power tools such as electric portable drill,
applications angle grinder etc.,
• Knowledge of methods of cutting, • Use correct type of electrician’s tools & measuri
drilling , filing and grinding etc., -ring instruments
• Types of electrical tools & measuring • Prepare, strip, terminate and harness preparation
instruments used in marine electrical in marine cables using specified tools
installation work • Installation of proper earthing cables and testing
• Types of insulation material used in continuity with applications (main shaft earth)
electrical installations in marine electrical installations
• Selection of earthing cables and • Refer manufacturer’s service manuals on install
importance of their earthing continuity -ing and termination
with applications (main shaft earth) in • Maintain good housekeeping according to
marine electrical installations workplace procedure
• Occupational health & safety • Administer first aid to victims of electric shock
procedures related to marine electrical • Use firefighting equipment in case of fire
installations • Safe working at heights using scaffolding,
• Factories Ordinance relevant to ladders, platforms
Marine industry • Maintain records and supporting documents on
• First aid treatment methods including marine electrical installations
methods of rescue and recovery • Use of PPE
• Fire precautions • Communication and team work skills
• Record keeping and reporting Interpersonal communication using radio commu
ication using radio communication equipment
(1st revision)
UNIT TITLE Carry out Marine electrical installations’ inspection, testing,
troubleshooting and maintenance
UNIT DESCRIPTOR This unit covers the competencies required to inspect and test
marine electrical installations; to locate faults systematically
according to marine regulations and standards, using specified test
instruments and repair; to carry out periodical tests and maintain
reports for safe and optimum performance of t he electrical installa
-tion while ensuring safety of self, others and property.
CODE E40S001U12
ELEMENTS OF COMPETENCE PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
1. Inspect the marine electrical 1.1 Installation checked visually in compliance with the marine
installation standards & regulations and referring to installation drawings.
1.2 Marine electrical installation inspected f or defects / damages
2. Test the marine electrical 2.1 Installation tests carried out using specified electrical test
installation instruments in conformity with regulations & standards and
periodical maintenance requirements observing safety precau
-tions
2.2 Installation tested, faults located, test results recorded and
reports prepared.
3.Repair /maintain the electrical 3.1 Necessary adjustments made in the control, protective and
installation monitoring switchgear
3.2 List of items/material required for replacement prepared
3.3 Defective instruments and accessories repaired/replaced (power,
,control and protective switchgear)
3.4 Operation tested and test report prepared
RANGE STATEMENT:
Electrical tests may include
• Conductor continuity Test
• Polarity Test
• Phase sequence Test
• Bus-bar tightness Test
• Insulation resistance Test
• Air Circuit Breaker – ACB simulation test (over current, reverse power, preferential, under
voltage UVT)
(1st revision)
• Meter calibration (Ammeters, Volt meters, KW meters, frequency meter, etc.)
• Operational Test/Basin trial (generator synchronization test, motor starting )
• High Voltage Test
• Winding Test
• Illumination Test
Work takes place in a marine or offshore industry, where the electrician is called to perform the j ob related
to this unit may take place
Main power system includes:

Main switchboard, emergency switchboard, power distribution boards, starter panels, generators,
transformers, motors
Ratings 220,380, 400, 415, 440, 450, 660 Volts / 3-phase /50,60 Hz / 200kW to 2000kW
Lighting and control power systems includes:

Main lighting systems includes
Marine light fittings, switches and accessories; (watertight, explosion proof where
necessary)
Ratings; 110, 220 V AC single phase
Emergency lighting systems includes:
Marine light fittings, switches and accessories; (watertight, explosion proof where
necessary)
Ratings; 110, 220V AC single phase, 24 V DC
Navigation lighting systems includes:
Marine navigation light fittings and accessories (according to the vessel types)
Ratings; 110, 220 V AC single phase, 24 V DC
Control power systems includes:

Distribution boards, Battery banks, Chargers, Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS) and Uninterrupted
Power Supply (UPS)
Ratings; 110 V AC, 220 V AC single phase, 24 V DC
Control systems includes:

Steering system, remote start-stop and running indication, emergency stop, CO 2 alarm system, Fire
damper, watertight doors, thruster systems, power management systems, provision/deck /engine
overhead cranes, life boats, anchor windlass and mooring winches
The following electrical measuring instruments, tools, equipment & material are included
within this unit.
 Electrician’s tool kit

 Insulation Resistance tester
 Phase sequence tester
 Thermal image camera
 Personal protective equipment
 Multi-meter
 Test simulator (Over current, preferential, reverse power, under voltage )
(1st revision)
 High voltage tester ( >1kV)
 Motor winding tester
 Lux meter
 Radio communication equipment
Work is performed according to installation drawings, marine standards, regulations, work specifi cations
and manufacturer’s specifications. and instructions as appropriate and to predetermined standards of
quality and safety.
• System catalogues
• Single line drawings
• Equipment layout drawings and joiner plans
• Cable schedules
• In-process and final inspection sheets
• Work specification
• Marine standards and regulations (DNV, LR, IRS, GL,JSS etc / Classes and Surveys)
 Manufacturer specifications
 Customer requirements Industry / workplace codes of practice
• Occupational health & safety standards

• Factories Ordinance – Nos 45 of 1942 and its Regulations
• Personal Protective Equipments (PPE)
• Electrical safety tools such as electrical gloves, insulated tools, safety notices and breaker locks
etc.,
• The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code
• Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Regulations
• Reading / interpreting installation drawing

• Testing of controls and protective switchgear and accessories

ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Forms of assessment
(1st revision)
Assessment context
This unit shall be assessed on the job or in a simulated environment demonstrated by an individual
working alone or as part of a team.
Critical aspects
Assessment must confirm the candidate’s ability to:

• Carry out inspection, testing, installation and fault finding in systematic and sequential order
according to marine standards, regulations and manufacturer’s specifications
• Adhere to safe work practices and use personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Carry out replacements according to marine standards, regulations and manufacturer’s
specifications
• All tools, equipment, materials and documentation required.

• Relevant workplace procedures.
• Relevant product and manufacturing specifications.
• Relevant drawings, manuals, codes, standards and reference material.

• Orally, or by other methods of communication, answer questions asked by the assessor.
• Identify superiors who can be approached for the collection of competency evidence where
appropriate.
• Present evidence of credit for any off-job training related to this unit.
the unit as specified by the criteria, and that he/she possess underpinning knowledge.
Special notes
• Unit Manufacturer’s Service Manual and any Tests and conditions listed therein
• Any special tests particular for specific units

• Demonstrate safe-working practices at all times;
• Communicate information about processes, events or tasks being undertaken to ensure a
safe and efficient working environment;
• Take responsibility for the quality of their own work;
• Plan tasks in all situations and review task requirements as appropriate;
• Perform all tasks in accordance with standard operating procedures;
• Perform all tasks to specification;
• Use accepted engineering techniques, practices, processes and workplace procedures.
(1st revision)
Tasks involved will be completed within reasonable time frames relating to typical workplace activi ties.

• Read & interpret Electrical Installation • Refer and interpret electrical installation
drawings and wiring diagrams, installation drawing , wiring diagrams
manufacturer catalogues. and specification, name plate data etc.,
• Marine electrical tests, fault finding and • Perform Marine electrical tests, fault
testing procedures finding
• Periodic maintenance of marine • Carry out marine electrical installation according
marine electrical systems to regulations and work accordingly
• Legislation and regulations related to • Select and use correct type and rating
marine industry of marine electrical control & protective
• Types of electrical control and switchgear, according to the installation
protective switchgear and accessories drawing , wiring diagrams
used in marine industry • Select and use correct type and size of wires
• Types of electrical wires and cables, and cables, according to the rating
including fire resistant, flame retarded, • Handling and laying marine cables
multi core cables, their ratings and its • Select and use correct type of marine electrical
applications accessories such as type and size of Cable
• Types of electrical accessories trays, coaming etc.
including cable glands, ties, terminals, • Ability to cut drill, file and grind with hand tools
markers, end caps and coaming • Use power tools such as electric portable drill,
sealing materials used for marine angle grinder etc.,
electrical installations and their applications • Use correct type of electrician’s tools & measur
• Knowledge of methods of cutting, -ing instruments
drilling , filing and grinding etc., • Prepare, strip, terminate and harness prepara
• Types of electrical tools & measuring -tion in marine cables using specified tools
instruments used in marine electrical • Selection of proper earthing cables and testing
testing and maintenance continuity with applications (main shaft earth) in
• Types of insulation material used in repairs and maintenance
electrical installations • Refer manufacturer’s service manuals for testing
• Selection of earthing cables and and maintenance
importance of their earthing continuity • Maintain good housekeeping according to
with applications (main shaft earth) in workplace procedure
marine electrical installations • Administer first aid to victims of electric shock
• Occupational health & safety • Use firefighting equipment in case of fir
procedures related to marine electrical • Safe working at heights using scaffolding,
testing and maintenance ladders, platforms
• Factories Ordinance relevant to Marine • Maintain records and supporting documents on
industry marine testing and maintenance
• First aid treatment methods including • Use of PPE
methods of rescue and recovery • Communication and team work skills
• Fire precautions Interpersonal communication using radio commu
• Record keeping and reporting -nication using radio communication equipment
(1st revision)
University of Vocational Technology
ELECTRICIAN
CURRICULUM OUTLINE
[Revised - 2011]
Validated by
The National Industrial Training Advisory Committee
Revised by
Curriculum Development Unit
No: 100, Kandawala Road, Ratmalana
2011
Electrician -Curriculum Outline
CONTENTS
Page No.
01. Foreword 2
02. Introduction 3
03. Contribution for the Development and Revision of this Curriculum 4-9
03. Occupational Outlook 10
04 Competency Profile 11
05. Programme Structure 15-17
06. Module Numbers and Modules
M-01 Basic Electricity 17
M-02 Industrial Safety 19
M-03 Basic Workshop Practice 21-22
M-04 Use of Circuit Diagrams 23
M-05 Lay Conduits 24
M-06 Join Electrical Cables 27
M-07 Install Domestic Electrical Circuits 29
M-08 Install Industrial Electrical Circuits 34
M-09 Repair and Maintenance of Electrical Circuits and

Equipment 37
M-10 Maintenance, Service and Repair of Electrical Control 40

Circuits and Related Equipment
M-11 Repair, Maintenance and Service of Electrical Motors 45
M-12 Maintenance and Repair of Electrical Generators 51
M-13 Install safety Security and Communication 54
M-14 Inspect, test, trace and repair faults in industrial installations 57
M-15 Programmable Logic Controllers 59
M-16 Prepare cost Estimates 61
Curriculum Development Division – UNIVOTEC

Electrician- Curriculum Outline
FORWARD
Skills Development Project, funded by the Asian Development Bank aims at establishing
a competency based system within the Technical and Vocational Training Sector.
One of the vital integral components in the competency based system is the curriculum
designed for a Competency Based Training (CBT).
A curriculum, in fact, is a plan for training and a competency based curriculum in

particular is a training plan aimed at developing a highly skilled work force to address the
specific manpower requirements of the industry.
This curriculum developed for the occupation of Electrician consists of 3 documents,

namely,
• Curriculum Outline
• Learner’s Guide and
• Trainer’s Guide
As competency based training approach is basically trainee-centered, the instructional

design of this curriculum is enriched with creations of activities that facilitate and enhance
the learning process.
The curriculum, however, will have to be continuously reviewed and amended as the
technological developments provide significant changes in skills, knowedge and other
requirements of the occupation.
The project wishes to express its sincere appreciation and gratitude to all those resource
persons who have actively contributed to this exercise and also to the CBT
Development Unit of the project for producing this valuable curricular material.
Hector Hemachandra
Project Director
Skills Development Project
Ministry of Tertiary Education & Training
10 - Nov - 2003
Curriculum Development Division - UNIVOTEC 2

INTRODUCTION
This is the steering curriculum document prepared for conducting competency based
training.
This document takes someone through a quick walk over the contents of the training
programme.
The complete curriculum package of the competency based training programme consists of
two other documents, namely the “Trainer’s Guide” and the “Learner’s Guide”
A page or two has been set off in this document to provide details of each module
constituting the programme.
Following details in respect of each module are included here.
 Tasks included in the module.

 Standards to be achieved in performing the same.
 Related knowledge required to perform these tasks.
 Tools, machinery equipment and learning and teaching aids required to complete the
module.
 Target time for completion of the module.
Further, this document would provide an idea as to the number of training modules
prepared for this trade and whether it would be possible to conduct a CBT programme in
any given center.
Curriculum Development Division

No. 100, Kandawala Road, Rathmalana

CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THIS CURRICULUM
Resource persons who provided occupational information at the Task Analysis

Workshops
Mr. J.K.S. Jayawardane Colombo Dockyard (Ltd.) Company
Mr. H.M.T.P. Bandara Lake House Newspaper Establishment
Mr. L.P.N. Ariyasinghe Lake House Newspaper Establishment
Mr. L.V.D. Perera Ceylon Tobacco Company
Mr. T.C.F. de Silva Sri Lankan Airlines

Mr. W.L. Kithsiri CHICO Establishment
Mr. M.L.B. Padmalal CHICO Establishment
Mr. K.N.G.P. Nanayakkara National Water Resources and Drainage Board
Mr. W.D.S. Gamini Perera National Water Resources and Drainage Board
Mr. J.A.R. Jayasinghe Colombo Dockyard (Ltd.) Company
Mr. P.A.J.P. Perera Sri Lanka German Technical Training

Institute
Mr. W. Kamal Fonseka Apprenticeship Training Institute
Mr. W.A. Nihal Perera Illukkumbura Industrial Automation Company
Mr. Chinthaka Perera Shin Nippon Company, Wattala
Mr. R.K.A. Udena Sri Lanka German Technical Training

Institute
Mr. N.K. Kodituwakku Sri Lanka German Technical Training
Institute
Mr. A. Roshan Wickramarachchi Apprenticeship Training Institute
Mr. K.L.S.Sahabandu Apprenticeship Training Institute
Mrs. P. Priyanka Paranawithana Vocational Training Authority

Task Analysis Workshops
1. Conducting workshops
Task Analyst
Mr. M.S. Nanayakkara
DACUM Analyst and Task Analyst
Mr. T.P.K. Perera
Task Analyst
Mr. D.D.D. Suraweera
2. Curriculum writers
Instructor- Sri Lanka German Technical Training
Mr. P.A.J.P. Perera
Institute
Mr. R.K.A. Udena
Institute
Mr. W.P. Welikala
Institute
Mr. N.K. Kodituwakku
Institute
Instructor- Apprenticeship Training Institute
Mr. A. Roshan Wickramarachchi
Instructor- Apprenticeship Training Institute
Mr. K.L.S.Sahabandu
Instructor- Vocational Training Authority
Mr. P. Priyanka Paranawithana
Instructor- Vocational Training Authority
Mr. D.C. Ambepitiya
Senior Instructor - Department of Technical
Mr. W.M. Chandrasiri Bandara
Education and Training
3. Coordination
Process Analyst and Coordinator -National
Institute of Technical Education of Sir Lanka
4. Consultancy and direction for curriculum development

International Consultant on Competency
Mr. Karstern Houtemere
Based Training
Consultant on Competency Based Training

Mr. M.S. Nanayakkara
Process specialist and coordinator of the National

Mr. T. P. K. Perera
Apprenticeship and Industrial Training Authority
Process specialist and coordinator of the National

Institute of Technical Education - Sri Lanka.
(Skills Development Project)
5. Editing
Lecturer, National Institute of Technical Education,
Sri Lanka
6. Pre-print Editing
Mr. Gamini Amarasinghe Skills Development Project

7. Assistance in computing
Mrs. P.A.P. Manoharee Skills Development Project

Miss. L.N.Nayani Malkanthi
8. Overall Supervision
Mr. Gamini Bambaradeniya Project Manager (Curriculum Development and Staff

Development) (Skills Development Project)
9. Overall Direction
Mr. Hector Hemachandra Project Director (Skills Development Project)

CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE REVISON OF THIS CURRICULUM
Resource persons who provided occupational information at the Task Analysis

Workshops
Mr. J L Hettiarachchi Principal, Technical College Pathadumbara
Mr. D L B Abeykoon Lecturer Apprenticeship Training Institute

Katubedda
Mr. V K Premadasa Electrical Engineer CEB
Ms. J K Kanthi Senior Lecturer UNIVOTEC
Edited by M.Thenabadu
Lecturer
Ratmalana

Task Analysis Workshops
10.Workshop Facilitators
Mr. Suraj Jayathilake Senior Lecturer UNIVOTEC
11.Workshop Coordinator and Curriculum Writer
Ms. Chamila Sumathiratna Senior Lecturer

12.Computer Type Setter
Mr. K.G.Upul Wasantha Management Assistant

13.Consultancy and direction for Curriculum Development
Mr. D.D. Wijesinghe Dean

Faculty of Industrial & Vocational Technology

Validated by National Industrial and Training Advisory Committee
Members
Instructor, National Apprentice and Industrial Training
Mr. D K A Niranjan
Authority
Engineer, NIKINI Automation
Mr. Indika Kanangara
Chief Engineer(Chartered Engineer), Majestic Electrical
Mr. B C Fernando
Company
Instructor, NVTI Ratmalana
Mr. C S Arumapperuma
Managing Director, Teletech Electronic Engineering
Mr. D Jayantha L Perera
Services
Chief Engineer, Ceylon Electricity Board
Mr. Shantha Perera
Ms. Chamila Sumathiratna Senior Lecturer

Facilitator
Mr. D D D Suraweera (Facilitator) Senior Lecturer, Head-Department of Training Technology


OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK
An Electrician should be able to perform the following functions at a higher level of

competency.
Prepare materials necessary for installing an electric supply.

Perform metal and other soldering in power supply machines.
Install metal and P.V.C. conduit systems used in electric supply.
Join different types of electric wire used in electric supply.
Install and maintain electric supply systems.
Remedy defects in control systems / equipment in electric supplies.
Fix and maintain different types of electric motors and other electric machines.
Maintain electric generators.
(A clear description of Electrician’s occupation is given in the Competency Profile)
These functions should be performed according to accepted standards and specifications

in the field complying to Institution of Electrical Engineers (I.E.E.) regulations
Occupational Necessity
Today, there is a special demand open to this occupation both locally and overseas. It is quite
clear from the consumers who enjoy the facilities that the demand for this occupation is
very high. The demand for electricians is further increasing day by day because the newly
introduced industries and machines in the industrial sector use electricity mostly

COMPETENCY PROFILE
COMPETENCY AREA COMPETENCIES
A1. A2. A3. A4. A5. A6.

Join L.T Electrical Make T-joint Make married joint Make straight Make straight lug Make “T”-lug joint Make straight
cables joint joint joint using a
A ferrule
A7. A8. A9. A10.

Solder wire joint Insulate a joint using Fix cable gland for Connect wire
insulation tape a cable terminals using nuts
and bolts
Install Building B1. B2. B3. B4. B5. B6.
Mark electrical points Prepare material list Draw wiring Lay PVC casing and Lay PVC conduits Install single
B Electrical Circuits
con buildings and relevant estimate diagram for capping pole one- way
for given diagram installation plan switch circuit
B7. B8. B9. B10. B11. B12.
Install two-way switch Install intermediate Install socket Install impulse relay Install staircase Install ring
circuit switch circuit outlet circuit circuit lighting timer socket outlet
switch circuit circuit
B13. B14. B15. B16. B17. B18.
Install radial socket Install distribution Install calling bell Assemble fluorescent Fix wall mounted Fix pendent
outlet circuit board circuit lamp circuit lamp lamp
B19. B20. B21. B22. B23. B24.

Fix chandelier lamp Install exhaust fan Install wall fan Install ceiling fan Install security Install door
lamp circuit opening circuit
B25. B26. B27.

Install dimmer switch Install bell circuit Draw wires/cables
C1. C2. C3. C4. C5. C6.

Install Industrial Lay steel conduits Bend steel conduits Cut thread in Cut holes using hole Install cable metal Install main
C Circuits steel conduits cutter set trunk panel board with
change-over
switch
C7. C8. C9. C10. C11. C12.
Mark phases on Install single phase Install three Connect L.T. cables Lay underground Install earth
bus- sub panels phase sub from transformer to cables electrode
bars and distribution panels pane
boards

C13. C14. C15. C16. C17. C18.

Install phase failure Install three poles Install three Install isolators Balance three Install three
relay miniature circuit poles phase power phase
breaker moulded case industrial socket
(M.C.B.) circuit outlet
breaker (M.C.B.)
C19. C20. C21. C22. C23. C24.
Install single phase Fix discharge lamp on Install starter Install starter switch Install float switch Install control
industrial socket outlet pole switch for three phase switch
for single phase motor
motor
C25.
Install kilowatt-hour
Meter
D1. D2. D3. D4. D5. D6.

Maintain Electrical Replace cam switch Adjust overload Service push Service limit switch Service Service cam
D control Circuits & current button switch emergency switch
Equipment switches
D7. D8. D9. D10. D11. D12.

Replace indicator lamp Replace printed Replace counter Replace timer switch Replace relay Replace
circuit board meter temperature
meter
D13. D14. D15. D16. D17. D18.

Replace ampere meter Replace tachometer Replace Replace contactor Replace contactor Replace variable
electronic coil resistors
sensors
D19. D20. D21. D22. D23. D24.

Replace slip ring Replace earth Replace slip ring Replace Replace voltmeter Replace thermal
motor starter (liquid fault relay motor starter pressure switch switch
type) (resistor bank
type)
D25. D26. D27. D28. D29. D30.

Replace auto- Replace control Replace toggle Replace float Service solenoid Replace D.C
transformer wires switch switch valves Motor starter
starter
D31. D32. D33. D34. D35.

Maintain wires and Replace current Replace voltage Service oil circuit
Draw existing
terminals in electrical transformer transformer breaker
wire
control circuits

E1. E2. E3. E4. E5. E6.

Repair & Maintain Service ceiling fan Service exhaust fan Repair emergency Repair electrical Repair electrical
Repair fluorescent
Electrical lamp circuits in buildings circuit in portable
E lamp
Equipment set (double) and factories hand power tools
E7. E8. E9. E10.

Repair electrical Repair electrical Repair electrical Repair water geyser
circuit of heavy circuit circuit of discharge
power tools of water pump lamp
F1. F2. F3. F4. F5. F6.

Insulate electrical Clean motor Dismantle motor Clean motor using Remove moisture in Remove moisture in
Maintain Electrical
F Motors
connections of motor armature using liquid cleaner motor using motor using electric
acetone heating lamp oven
F7. F8. F9. F10. F11. F12.

Remove moisture Clean tacho Undercut Maintain wire Replace tacho Conduct
in motor using generator commutator connections of generator brushes insulation
hot air motor resistance test
F13. F14. F15. F16. F17. F18.

Clean motor by Replace terminal Replace Adjust brush rocker Align and install Lubricate motor
compressed air box brushes in (adjust brush motor bearings
motor angle)
F19. F20. F21.

Re-insulate motor Test the Test energized
electrical motor
reenergized
electrical
motor

G1. G2. G3. G4. G5. G6.

Repair Electrical Remove motor from Replace cooling fan Replace pulley and Replace oil seal Replace armature Replace bearings
G Motors mounts pulley key
G7. G8. G9. G10. G11.

Replace capacitors in Replace magnetic clutch Replace centrifugal Replace tacho Provide power
single phase motors switch generator supply to motor
H1. H2. H3. H4. H5. H6.

Maintain &
Change generator Replace water Prepare generator Replace air filter Change generator Maintain battery
H Electrical
engine oil and replace for running brushes bank
Generators separation filter
oil filter
H7. H8. H9. H10. H11. H12.
Replace diode Conduct alternator Maintain change- Maintain transfer Replace auto
Repair stand by
plate insulation over switch switch voltage
charging circuit
resistance test regulator(AVR)
H13. H14.
Conduct load test Synchronize generators
I1. I2. I3. I4. I5. I6.

Prepare Estimates Calculate raw material Calculate labor cost Calculate overhead Calculate financial Find profit margin Find price
I cost cost cost
J1. J2. J3. J4. J5.

Programmable
Select Programmable Mount PLC Perform Wiring Install Software Perform Testing
J Logic Controllers
Logic Controller(PLC) and Program PLC and Commissioning
K1. K2. K3. K4. K5.

Inspect, test, trace Visual Inspection Continuity and Polarity Insulation Phase Sequence Earth Resistance
and repair faults in
K industrial electrical
Testing resistance testing Test Test
installations
L1. L2. L3. L4. L5. L6.

Install safety Select the type of Install Intercom Install doorbell Install burglar Install fire Install public
security & indicator and door
L Communication
communication telephone system /intruder alarm detection alarm address system
system required opener system system
L7. L8.
Install Install master antenna
timecard/master clock television system
system

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Target
MODULE Time
COMPETENCY AREA MODULE TITLE COMPETENCIES
NO.
Basic Module
Basic Electricity M-01* Basic Electricity 30
Basic Module
Industrial Safety M-02* Industrial Safety 30
Basic Module
Basic workshop Practice M-03* Basic workshop 30
Practice
Basic Module
Use of Wiring diagrams M-04* Use of circuit 30
diagrams
A-3, A-1, A-2, A-4, A-5, A-6, A-7,
A Join L.T Electrical cables M-05 Join electrical cables 50
A-8, A-9, A-10, A-11
Install Building B-3,B-1,B-2, B-5,B-4 50

M-06 Lay conduits
Electrical Circuits C-2,C-3,C-4 ,C-1,C-5
B-6, B-7, B-8, B-9, B-13,B-26,B-24

B-23,B-10 ,B-11,B-15, B-18,B-16 120
Install domestic
B Electrical Circuits M-07 B-17, B-19, B-22, B-21, B-20, B-25,
electrical circuits
B-12, B-14
* Learner’s Guides are not available for these modules.

Target
MODULE Time
COMPETENCY AREA MODULE TITLE COMPETENCIES
NO.
C-19 , C-18 ,C-12,C-24, C-7,C-16 110

Install Industrial Electrical Install Industrial C-14,C-15, C-13,C-25,C-6,C-8,C-9,
C M-08
Circuits Electrical Circuits C-11,C-10, C-20, C-21,C-22,C-23
C-17
Repair and Maintenance
Repair And Maintain E-3,E-5,E-1, E-2, E-4,E-9,E-8,E-10
E M-09 of Electrical Circuits and 60
Electrical Equipment E-6,E-7
Equipment
Maintenance, Service D-2, D-3,D-4, D-5 , D-6, D-29, D-35,
and Repair of Electrical D-32,D-31,D-1,D-7,D-8,D-9,D-10, D-11
90
Maintain Electrical Control Control Cir- cuits and D-12,D-30,D-33, D-14 , D-15,D-16, D-
D M-10
Circuits And Equipment Related Equipment 17,D-18 , D-19,D-20,D-21 , D-22 ,
D-23,D-34,D-13, D-24, D-25
D-26,D-27 , D-28
Maintain Electrical F-1,F-10,F-3,F-4,F-13,F-5,F-6
F Motors F-7,F-19,F-12,F-18,F-14, F-2,F-9 60
Maintenance and Repair
M-11 F-15,F-16,F-8,F-11,F-17
of Electrical Motors G-1,G-5,G-6,G-9,G-8, G-4 ,G-3
G Repair Electrical Motors G-2,G-7,G-10, G-11
Maintain and Repair Maintenance and Repair H-3,H-6,H-10 , H-11,H-1,H-2,H-4, 30
H M-12 H-5,H-12 ,H-9 ,H-7,H-8,H-13,,H-14
Electrical Generators of Electrical Generators
Install safety Security

Install safety Security and 30
L Communication
M-13 and Communication L-1,JL-2,L-3, L-4, L-5, L-6, L-7, L-8, L-9
Inspect, test, trace and repair

Inspect, test, trace and 15
K M-14 repair faults in industrial K-1,K-2, K-3, K-4, K-5
faults in industrial installations
installations
Programmable Logic Programmable Logic 15
J M-15 J-1,J-2, J-3, J-4, J-5
Controllers Controllers
I Prepare Cost Estimate M-16 Prepare Cost Estimate I-1,I-2, I-3, I-4, I-5 ,I-6 15
Total Hrs 765
These tasks will be performed by the trainee as “Learning Activities”. Hence these tasks are not detailed in Learner’s Guides.

Module Code : M-01

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Occupation : Electrician
Competency Area : Basic Electricity
Module Title : Basic Electricity (Basic Module)
Performance Objective: After completion of this module the trainee will be able to
perform each of the tasks mentioned here according to the
relevant standards.
Learning Content :
 Measure voltage / current / resistance
 Measure insulation resistance / conductivity
 Calculations using Ohm’s law and equation Power W=VI
 Identify insulators and conductors
 Safeguarding from electricity
Knowledge required for the module:

 What is electricity? Current, voltage, conductivity, conductors, insulators, laws
related to generation of electricity, simple and alternating currents, generation and
distribution of single phase and three phase Electricity.
 Definition of quantities voltage / current / resistance / insulation resistance /

continuity; how they are measured, instruments used to measure them and
points to consider when using them
 Machines and equipment used to transform electric energy, their functioning

and relevant principles, electric lighting, IEE regulations.
 Electricity and how they affect us, prevention of accidents due to electricity and
how to deal with in case of an accident
 Electrical appliances, switches and other control accessories used to control

them Types of cables (three-core, four-core etc), method of protecting electrical
appliances from high voltage and high current
 Lightning conductors and their functioning, method of fixing earth wire,

importance of earth wire

Prerequisites: Basic mathematics and English
List of tools, equipment, teaching and learning materials required for this
module:
Voltmeter, Ammeter, Testing lamp, Control switch gear, Insulation
Resistance tester
Target Time: 30hrs
Special Remarks: This is a basic module which provides mainly theoretical

knowledge

Module Code : M-02

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Industrial Safety
Module Title : Industrial Safety (Basic Module)
relevant standards.
Learning Content :
 How to using personal protective equipment (helmet, hand gloves etc.) and
select equipment to suit the situation
 Necessity of caution sign boards, points where they are placed, functions
performed, aspects to consider when preparing an alarm signal board,
displaying them in correct places in correct manner
 Identification of places where there may be electric leaks and prevention of

electric leaks
 Identification accident prone places and environments and prevention of accidents
 Identification and use of symbols / colours for safety
 Awareness of rules and regulations relevant to safety
 Preparation of workplace and work bench so as to minimize accidents
 Isolation after disconnecting from electric supply and importance of doing so
 Earthling bus-bars in maintenance work and its importance
 Use of safety appliances relevant to different machines and equipment
 Identification of different types of fire-classes A, B, C
 Identification of types of fire extinguishers to be used for different types of fire

and using them
 Identification of places where fire extinguishing equipment is installed in a

factory or work site
 Identification of places where a fire or accident may occur, manner of deciding

whom to be informed of such an event and informing
 Providing necessary first aid in an electric shock

Prevention of accidents due to electricity, treating accidents and steps to be taken in an

accident, treating bruises, manner of disconnecting electricity, preparing boards indicating
relevant accidents, places to be displayed and manner of displaying at those places
Safety gear used for personal safety, advantages of using them and how they are used,
points to consider when selecting safety helmets, tools, hand gloves, hip belts, ear, nose
and mouth masks etc
Different symbols and colours used for caution sign boards , identify what the relevant
accidents are according to the colours / symbols safety procedure to be followed when
an electrician is at work and relevant rules and regulations, how to minimize accidents,
identify vulnerable places / situations and matters to be observed in the event of an accident
How to prepare the workplace to minimize accidents, how to behave in a factory so as to

minimize accidents
Different types of fires, fire extinguishing equipment used to extinguish fires, places
where they are installed, use of such equipment how to maintain fire extinguishing
equipment
Target Time: 30hrs

knowledge

Module Code : M-03

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Basic Workshop Practice
Module Title : Basic Workshop Practice (Basic Module)
relevant standards.
Learning Content :
 Cut P.V.C. conduits and steel conduits and casings using hack-saw
 Bore holes using electric hand drill
 Bore holes using pedestal electric drilling machine
 Use of grinders (portable and pedestal)
 Bore holes using portable electric hammer drill
 Level using levelling tube and spirit level
 Break walls using hammer and cold chisel
 Cover holes on walls with mortar
 Fix equipment on walls using wall plugs
 Cut thread on steel conduits using stock and dies
 Measure insulation resistance and continuity using insulation resistance
tester
 Fix accessories for steel conduits
 Fix accessories for P.V.C. conduits
 Use multimeter (measure voltage, current and resistance)
 Fix ceiling rose, round block
 Solder using electric soldering iron
 Remove and take out equipment in circuits using electric soldering iron
 Remove insulation on wires using cutting plier / wire stripping plier
 File work pieces
 Take measurements using clip-on meter
 Rivet using pop-rivet gun

Method of cutting PVC and steel conduits using hack saw and to be observed
Manner of using hand drill and points to be observed
Leveling using leveling tube
Manner of aligning using spirit level when fixing accessories
Materials on which types of rivets, wall plugs, anchor bolts are used and points to be
observed
Breaking walls, covering broken holes and materials used for the purpose, places where
P.V.C. and metal conduits are used and points to consider when selecting them, places
where conduits relevant to a given circuit are used and points to consider when selecting
them, method of determining the diameter of conduits relevant to a given circuits type of
metal / plastic casin / case trunk, how cables are installed and advantages and
disadvantages
Multimeter, clip-on type voltmeter, ammeter, relevant principles, factors to consider in

using them and instances where such instruments have to be protected
Factors to consider when selecting tip, wattage of soldering iron consider when using the
electric soldering iron, How to prepare soldering tip properly
Boring holes on wood / iron, using hole saw, advantages and disadvantages.
Prerequisites: Completion of modules M-01 and M-02
module:
Machines and equipment commonly used by an electrician such as hack saw and
blades, hand drill, portable electric drilling machine, pedestal electric drilling machine,
spirit level, levelling tube, rivet gun spirit, anchor bolt, wall plugs, PVC and metal
conduits, casing and accessories, hammer and cold chisel, insulation resistance tester,
multimeter, clip-on meter, hole saw, electric soldering iron, bench vice, marking tools,
measuring tape( Electrical and machine tools)
Target Time: 50hrs

knowledge

Module Code : M-04

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Use of Wiring Diagrams
Module Title : Use of Wiring Diagrams (Basic Module)
relevant standards.
Learning Content :
• Regulations (IEE regulations) used in preparing electric circuits
• Different symbols used in electric circuits
• Symbols used for electric equipment
• Read electric circuits
• Draw circuit diagrams for electric wiring including information necessary
• for installing electric wire in a given building according to customer request
• IEE regulations to be followed in drawing electric wiring circuits, International

symbols used for different electric equipment / accessories (electric switches, electric
plugs, electric lamps, electric motors etc.)
• Colour codes used for classification of electric wires
• Data provided by codes used for electric wires (eg. 7/067)
module:
Instruments used in normal technical drawings (drawing board,T-ruler etc.)Handouts
containing symbols used for electric equipment Samples of electric wiring circuits used for
electric wiring in different buildings
Target Time: 30hrs

Module Code : M-05

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Install Building Electrical Circuits
Module Title : Lay Conduits
relevant standards.
Tasks to be performed:
Task
Task Standards
No.
B3 Read and Interpret • Drawn according to IEE regulations

wiring diagram for • Locally used standard symbols
installation plan • Used specific scale
• Planned to facilitate wiring
• Circuits separately distinguishable
• Identify places for fixing equipment marked according
to given circuit diagram
B1 Mark electrical points  Marked so as to fix switches and sockets according to

on building specified height complying with IEE regulations.
B2 Prepare conduit, • List of materials and accessories prepared according to

material and given circuit diagram
accessories • Specific quantity of each material and accessories
stated in the list
• List comprehensible to a sales agent
• Material obtainable in local market

Task
Task Standards
No.
B5 Lay P.V.C. conduits • Presently existing prices (roughly) noted for each
material accessory and labour requirement
• Conduits laid so that the maximum number of
standard wires may be carried in each P.V.C. conduit
• Conduits laid according to lay out plan
• Conduits and junction boxes well fixed
• Conduits laid according to given circuit
B4 Lay P.V.C. casing • Coverings laid so that the maximum number of standard
and capping wires may be carried in each P.V.C. covering
• Coverings laid according to lay out plan
• Coverings laid according to given circuit diagram
• Coverings fixed firmly when fixing on
• the walls
C2 Bend steel conduits • A fine finish obtained

• No defects whatsoever on the inside or outside of the
steel conduit
• Bending made at appropriate places
C3 Cut thread in steel • Thread cut to standard size and length of a standard
conduits thread ratio
• Aperture made in the place required for the box
C4 Cut holes using • Aperture made for the size appropriate to the steel
hole cutter set conduits
• All conduits and boxes fixed together firmly
• All conduits grounded
• Conduits of suitable size fixed so as to carry specific
conductors
• Inspection bends fixed to points where conductors bend
so that they could be inspected and selected according
to requirements, manufacturer’s standards and
regulations.
C1 Lay steel conduits • Correct sizes selected

• No damages to wires/cables
• All wires tagged
• Switches and sockets fixed at a specific height from the
ground according to standard regulations

C5 Install cable metal • Fixed at a specific height from the ground according
trunk to I.E.E. regulations
• Able to carry all necessary conductors
• Able to obtain supply to electrical machines /
equipment from suitable points
Related Knowledge:
 Knowledge about wiring houses and factories

 Knowledge gained by reading relevant section on wiring in I.E.E.
 regulations
 Knowledge of drawing circuits using standard symbols and
 **abbreviations**comprehending
 Ability to interpret places left for door-frames in building plans
Prerequisites: Completion of modules M-01, M-02, M-03 and M-04
Materials, Tools & Equipment Required:
P.V.C. and steel conduits of different diameter, accessories necessary for them and clips
necessary for fixing cold chisels, hack saw, pipe cutter set for cutting outer threads,
hole-saw, metal gland boxes, sunk boxes, P.V.C. wall plugs, screw nails, angle grinder
and grinding plates, choke, measuring tape, junction boxes, casing (P.V.C. and metal) of
different sizes, spirit level, levelling tube, hammer, hand drill and drill bits
Target Time: 50 hrs.

Module Code : M-06

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Join L.T. Electrical Cables
Module Title : Join Electrical Cables
relevant standards.
Task
Task Standards
No.
• No damage caused to conductors and insulators
A3 Make straight joint • Conductivity between terminals of straight joint at a
higher level
• In accordance with given measurements
• Joint mechanically stable
A1 Make T-joint • Conductivity between terminals of T-joint at a higher
level
• T-joint with mechanical strength

A2 Make married joint • Conductivity between terminals of married joint at
a higher level
• Joint mechanically stable
A4 Make straight lug • No damage caused to conductors and insulators
joint • Conductivity between terminals of joint at a higher
level
• Wires connected preventing loose connection with
lug

A5 Make T-lug joint • Conductivity between terminals of joint at a higher
level
T-lug

Task
Task Standards
No.
A6 Make straight joint • No damage caused to conductors

using a ferrule • No damage caused to insulators
ferrule
A7 Solder wire • No damage caused to conductors and insulators

joint • Conductivity between terminals at a higher level
• Lead uniformly smeared on all parts of the joint
A8 Insulate a • Joint fully insulated

joint using • Insulation tape uniformly wound
insulation
tape
A10 Connect wire • No damage caused to insulation

Terminals using • In accordance with standards stated in the handout
nuts and bolts
A9 Fix cable gland for a • No damage caused to insulation

cable • All earth wires fixed to cable gland
• In accordance with IEE regulations
A11 Join Underground • Conductivity existing in cable joint
cables with • Insulation resistance existing in cable joint
readymade kit • In accordance with IEE regulations
Related Knowledge:
 Knowledge about wiring houses and factories

 Knowledge gained by reading relevant section on wiring in I.E.E.
 regulations
 Knowledge of drawing circuits using standard symbols and
 **abbreviations**comprehending
 Ability to interpret places left for door-frames in building plans
Prerequisites: Completion of modules M-01, M-02, M-03 and M-04
P.V.C. and steel conduits of different diameter, accessories necessary for them and clips
necessary for fixing cold chisels, hack saw, pipe cutter set for cutting outer threads,
hole-saw, metal gland boxes, sunk boxes, P.V.C. wall plugs, screw nails, angle grinder
and grinding plates, choke, measuring tape, junction boxes, casing (P.V.C. and metal) of
different sizes, spirit level, levelling tube, hammer, hand drill and drill bits

Module Code : M-07

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Install Building Electrical Circuits
Module Title : Install Domestic Electrical Circuits
relevant standards.
Task
Task Standards
No.
B6 Install single pole • In accordance with IEE regulations standards and

one-way switch manufacturer’s specifications.
circuit • All accessories fixed according to circuit diagram
• No damage caused to electrical accessories
conductors
• Correct functioning and good finish at the end of the
task
B7 Install two-way • In accordance with IEE regulations standards and

switch circuit manufacturer’s specifications.
• All accessories fixed according to circuit diagram
• No damage caused to electrical accessories and
conductors
B8 Install intermediate • In accordance with IEE regulations standards and

switch circuit manufacturer’s specifications.

Task
Task Standards
No.
B9 Install socket outlet • Main suppl y cables earth wires & circui t
circuit protecti ve conductors terminated to corresponding
devices
• According to wiring diagram following code of practice
and in accordance with IEE regulations
B13 Install radial socket • Desired functioning and good finish at the end of the
outlet circuit task
• Main suppl y cables earth wires & circui t
protecti ve conductors terminated to corresponding
devices
B26 Install bell circuit • Main suppl y cables earth wires & circui t
protecti ve conductors terminated to corresponding
devices
B24 Install door • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations

opening circuit • All accessories fixed according to circuit diagram
and conductors
• Desired functioning and good finish at the end of the
task
B23 Install security • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations

lamp circuit • All accessories fixed according to circuit diagram
and conductors
task
B10 Install impulse relay • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations

and conductors
• Desired functioning and good finish at the end of
the task

B10 Install cable metal • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations

trunk • All accessories fixed according to circuit diagram
and conductors
the task
B11 Install staircase • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations

lighting timer • All accessories fixed according to circuit diagram
switch circuit • No damage caused to electrical accessories
and conductors
the task
B15 Install calling bell • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations

and conductors
the task
• Wires terminated to accessories according to
manufacturer’s specifications
B18 Fix pendent lamp • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations

and conductors
the task
B16 Assemble • No damage caused to electrical accessories

fluorescent lamp and conductors
circuit • Desired functioning and good finish at the end of
the task
• Lamp firmly fixed
B17 Install wall mounted • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations & manufacturer’s
lamp instructions
• Circuit functioning correctly
and conductors
the task

B19 Install • No damage caused to electrical accessories and

chandelier lamp conductors as per the manufacturer’s instructions
• Lamp firmly fixed
• Desired functioning at the end of the task
B22 Install ceiling fan • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations

• No damage caused to electric fan, control switch and
conductors
• As per the manufacturer’s instructions
B21 Install wall fan • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations
• No damage caused to electric fan, control switch and
conductors
• Fan firmly and coincidentally fixed as per the
manufacturer’s instructions
B20 Install exhaust fan • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations

conductors
B25 Install dimmer • Desired functioning and good finish at the end of the
switch task
conductors
task an as per the manufacturer’s instructions
B12 Install ring socket • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations

outlet circuit • No damage caused to electrical accessories and
conductors
task
B14 Install distribution • Main switch/solator, mcb, earth leakage protection
board device mounted as per the layout plan
• Main supply cables ,earth wires circuit protective
conductors terminated according to the code of
practice and regulations
• In accordance with I.E.E. regulations and as per
manufacturer’s instructions
conductors
• Equipment fixed coincidentally
task

Related Knowledge:
• Knowledge gained by reading section on wiring in I.E.E.
• Knowledge on structure and functioning of the following electrical
• accessories: two-way switch, intermediate switch, door opener, impulse relay,
timer switch, fluorescent lamp, exhaust fan, dimmer switch, distribution board,
main switch, earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB), main circuit breaker, capacitor
• Knowledge of ring circuits
• Knowledge required to understand circuit according to summary plan
Prerequisites: Completion of modules M-01, M-02, M-03,M-04 M-05 M-06
Electric wire, insulation tape, wire stripper, wire cutter, pliers, electric drill, portable
anchor bolts, testing lamp

Module Code : M-08

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Install Industrial Electrical Circuits
Module Title : Install Industrial Electrical Circuits
relevant standards.
Task
Task Standards
No.
C19 Install single phase • Live wire, neutral wire and earth wire connected to
industrial socket outlet specific terminals
• Fixed firmly
C18 Install three phase • In accordance with phase sequence

industrial socket out- • Fixed firmly
let
C12 Install earth • In accordance with I.E.E. regulations

electrode • Earth electrode should suit the soil conditions
• according to standard earthing practices
• Earth and Circuit protective conductor (CPC )s h o u l d
s o u n d l y connected to earthing rod

Task
Task Standards
No.
C24 Install bus-bars • Earth electrode should be enclosed in a marked covered

pit for identification.
• check the continuity of circuit protective conductor
/ECC
• Insulation resistance less than 1.5M
• In accordance with diagram
• Fixed firmly
C07 Mark phases on • In accordance with phase sequence meter

bus-bars and • Conductors connected according to manufacturer’s
distribution boards instructions
C16 Install isolators • Fixed firmly

• No damage caused to wires and isolator
C14 Install three poles • Fixed according to given circuit diagram

miniature circuit • Fixed firmly
breaker (M.C.B) • No damage caused to wires and miniature circuit
breaker
C15 Install three poles • Fixed according to given circuit diagram

moulded case • Fixed firmly
circuit breaker • No damage caused to wires and moulded case
(M.C.C.B) breaker
C13 Install phase failure • Fixed according to manufacturer’s instructions

relay • No damage caused to electrical accessories
• Fixed according to circuit diagram
• Fixed firmly
C25 Install kilowatt-hour • No damage caused to meter and conductors
meter • Meter functioned as desired at the end of the task
• In accordance with given circuit diagram and
regulations
• Standby power supply equipment and change over
switch installed as per the manufacturers specifications
C06 Install main panel • Cables from main power control switch gear and
board with change power changeover switchgear to the main power
over switch supply terminated as specified in layout plan,
regulations/standards

C08 Install single • Within given range of measurement

phase sub panels • Fixed firmly
• Within given range of measurement
C09 Install three • Fixed according to circuit diagram

phase sub panels • Within given range of measurement
• Fixed according to circuit diagram
C11 Lay underground • No damage caused to cable

cables • According to standards of normal practice
• Able to start single phase motor with starter switch
C21 Install starter • Current value of motor and overload current value of
switch for single starter switch conformed
phase motor • Fixed firmly
• Select the type of starter
C22 Install starter • Rotated in standard direction

switch for three • Correct overload setting adjusted
phase motor
C23 Install control • Motor operated according to the control signal

switch
C17 Balance three • Equal load exerted for three phases

phase power load
Related Knowledge:
• Types of measuring instruments used in the electrician trade and knowledge about
using them
• Drilling machines and types of drill bits
• Excessive current/earth leakage & protection equipment (Fuse,
M.C.B.,R.C.D/R.C.C.BM.C.C.B.) and their functioning
• Earthing system
• Types of transformers and their applications
• Types of underground cables, their structure and usage functioning and usage
Prerequisites: Completion of modules M-01, M-02, M-03,M-04, M-05, M-06, M-07
Wire stripping plier, bench vice, measuring tape, , multi-meter, tachometer, insulation
resistance tester Crimping tool for fixing lugs, earth electrode resistance tester, and
prospective earth fault current tester, earth fault loop impedance tester and electrician’s
general mechanical tools

Module Code : M-09

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Repair and Maintain Electrical Equipment
Module Title : Repair and Maintenance of Electrical Circuits and Equipment
relevant standards.
Task
Task Standards
No.
E3 Repair fluorescent • Safety steps followed when removing set from the circuit
lamp set (double) and fixing again
• Defective parts replaced with recommended parts
• Insulation between circuit and cover as p er t h e
rec ommen ded stan dards
E5 Repair electrical • Able to operate every electrical equipment

circuits in buildings an • Conductors and connecting equipment protected from
factories animals
• Task performed according to I.E.E. regulations
E1 Service ceiling fan • Protective devices operable as specified

• Equipment used safely
• Marked parts removed
• Turned smoothly
• Painted if necessary
• Rotated without unnecessary noise

Task
Task Standards
No.
E2 Service exhaust fan • Bearings removed using puller
• Recommended parts fixed in place of defective parts
• Reinsulated if the insulation resistance condition was
not at a suitable level
• Rewound, if parts of the winding were burnt
E4 Repair emergency • Suitable safety procedure followed when removing

lamp ineffective parts
• Parts in good condition fixed in place of defective parts
E9 Repair electrical • Lamp fixed at correct height from the ground according to
circuit of discharge I.E.E. regulations
lamp • Lamp fixed so as to get expected light
E8 Repair electrical • Rotated in correct direction

circuit of water • No damage caused to motor, pump and bolts
pump • Protective devices adjusted to required extent
E10 Repair water geyser • Task completed according to I.E.E. regulations

• Specific temperature maintained regularly
• Water geyser with expected performance after the
repair
E6 Repair electrical • No damage caused to parts or tools and bolts

circuit in portable • Specified measuring equipment used
hand power tools • Use of tool safe after completing task
E7 Repair electrical • Suitable safety procedure followed

circuit of heavy • In accordance with instructions stated in service manual
power tools given for the equipment
• Test lamp and a suitable measuring equipment used
• No damage caused to spare parts and bolts
Related Knowledge:
• Knowledge about wiring houses and factories

• Knowledge acquired by reading sections in I.E.E. regulations on electric
wiring and repairing electric equipment
• Knowledge necessary for taking measurements using Ohmmeter, Voltmeter,
Ammeter, Insulation Resistance Tester (megger)
• Knowledge about internal circuit of single phase and three phase motors
• Knowledge about internal circuit of series motors
• Knowledge about fluorescent lamps
• Knowledge about internal circuit of high pressure lamps
• Ability to check the condition of electronic equipment such as capacitors,

resistors, transistors etc.
Prerequisites: Completion of modules M-01, M-02, M-03, M-04, M-05, M-06, M-07,
M-08
Electrician’s tools and general mechanical tools

Module Code : M-10

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Maintain Electrical Control Circuits and Equipment
Module Title : Maintenance, Service and Repair of Electrical

Control Circuits and Related Equipment
relevant standards.
Task
Task Standards
No.
D2 Calibrate overload • Circuit, not “Off” when taking rated current but “Off”
protective devices when the current exceeded rated current
• No damage caused to other parts of motor guard
D3 Service push button • Expected performance achieved

switch
D4 Service limit switch • Expected performance achieved
D5* Service emergency • Expected performance achieved

switches
D6 Service cam switch • Expected performance achieved

• No damage caused to equipment and conductors
D29 Service solenoid

valves • At expected performance
• No damage caused to equipment

Task
Task Standards
No.
D35 Service oil circuit • No damage caused to equipment and tools

breaker • Safety procedure followed
D32 Maintain wires and • At expected performance

terminals in • No damage caused to equipment
electrical control
circuits
D31 Draw existing • Performance of drawing circuit equal to performance of

wire diagram machine
of control
system
D1 Replace cam • Conductors of machine and terminals of cam switch

switch unchanged
• Expected performance achieved
D7 Replace indicator • Lamp conforming to the functioning of circuit fixed

lamp • Expected performance shown
D8 Replace printed • At expected performance

circuit board • No damage caused to other parts of the machine
D9 Replace counter • No damage caused to conductors

meter • No damage caused to connected terminals
• At expected performance
D10 Replace timer • Conductors of machine and connecting terminals of

switch switch unchanged
• Terminals connecting conductors undamaged
• No damage caused to conductors and connecting
terminals
D11 Replace relay  No damage caused to conductors and connecting

terminals
 Terminals of conductors and connecting terminals
unchanged
 Connected using given tools and measuring equipment

D12 Replace  No damage caused to machine, temperature meter and

temperature conductors
meter  Expected performance shown
• At expected performance
D30 Replace D.C. motor • No damage caused to equipment
starter
• No damage caused to circuit and transformer

D33 Replace current
transformer • Expected performance shown
• Safety procedure followed
• Expected performance shown

D14 Replace tachometer
• No damage caused to conductors and equipment

D15 Replace electronic
sensors • Expected performance achieved
• Contact points unchanged

D16 Replace contactor
coil • Expected performance achieved
• Contactor undamaged
• Connecting wires unchanged

D17 Replace contactor
• Expected performance of machine achieved

• Connecting wires unchanged

D18 Replace
Variable • Expected performance achieved
resistors
• No damage caused to machine and equipment
• Slip ring motor starter functioned without defects

D19 Replace slip
ring motor • No damage caused to equipment and machine
sta rt e r ( Liquid
type)
• Expected performance achieved

D20 Replace earth • Activated in an electric leakage and ssupply cut off
fault relay
D21 Replace slip ring • At expected performance

motor starter • No damage caused to machine and equipment
(resistor bank type)
D22 Replace pressure • Expected performance achieved

switch
• No damage caused to equipment in the machine
D23 Replace voltmeter • Voltage shown correctly
D34 Replace voltage • No damage caused to transformer and equipment

transformer
• Expected performance shown
• Safety procedures followed
D13 Replace No damage caused to circuit

ampere meter
Expected performance shown
Safety procedures followed

D24 Replace the • At expected performance

thermal switch • No damage caused to equipment
D25 Replace auto • At expected performance

transformer starter
• Machine functioned defect - free
D26 Replace control • No damage caused to equipment of machine

wires
D27 Replace toggle • At expected performance of machine

switch
• No damage caused to equipment of
machine
D28 Replace float switch  Expected performance achieved
 No damage caused to equipment
*N.B. - Task D-05 to be performed by the Trainees as a learning activity
Related Knowledge:
• Understanding about functioning of cam switch

• Understanding about data in motor name plate
• Identification of terminals of overload switch and understanding of its functioning
• Understanding about functioning of counter meter
• Understanding about ammeter and current transformer
• Understanding about voltmeter and voltage transformer
• Understanding about functioning of tachometer
• Understanding about functioning of electronic sensor
• Identification of terminals of contactor and understanding about its functioning
Prerequisites: Completion of modules M-01, M-02, M-03, M-04, M-05, M-06, M-07,
M-08, M-09
Insulation resistance tester, continuity tester, testing lamp, screw- driver set, wrench
set, combination pliers, side cutting pliers, round nose pliers, voltmeter, ammeter, centre
punch, tool box, hammer

Module Code : M-11

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Maintain and Repair Electrical Motors
Module Title : Maintenance and Repair of Electrical Motors
relevant standards.
Task
Task Standards
No.
F1 R e m o v e electrical  Mark Electrical Connections

connections of motor  No damage caused to conductors
F20 Test de-

 Insulation resistance more than 1.5M
energized
electrical motor  Rotor spin freely ,evenly and quietly
 Winding resistance not infinity and not zero
 Commutator concentric, not damaged,
 Recommended level of undercut
F21 Test energized

 No abnormal noise
electrical motor
 Temperature of the motor within specified limit
 RPM according to manufacturer’s specifications
 Voltage between terminals within specified limit
 Starting, no load and load currents within specified limit
• No damage caused to the motor

Task
Task Standards
No.
F10 Maintain wire  Safety precautions must be adopted

connections of  No loose connections
motor
F3 Dismantle motor  Mark the parts

 All parts of motor dismantled separately
• No damage caused to any part of motor
• Able to reassemble correctly
F4 Clean motor using  Insulation resistance of windings aaccording to IEE

liquid cleaner regulations
 Use recommended cleaning agent
 No damage caused to conductors and other parts of the
motor
F1 Clean motor by  Dry compressed air used

compressed air • Suitable hand tools used
• No damage caused to bolts and nuts
• No dirt / waste matter in motor after cleaning
F5 Remove moisture in • No damage caused to windings of motor

motor using by heat • Water vapour in windings removed
• No damage caused to windings
F19 Re-insulate motor • Insulation resistance of windings more than 1.5 Mega
ohms
• Insulation resistance tester used for testing insulation
resistance
• Insul ation selected according to insulation class
of the motor when insulating
• Water vapour removed from stator (by heating to a
temperature of 1000 c) before insulation
F12 Conduct insulation • Recommended tools and equipment used

resistance test • Insulation resistance tester suppling a direct current
voltage twice the voltage of the motor used
• Test always performed by opening the connection of
the motor
•
F18 Lubricate motor • Insulation resistance more than 1.5MΩ for motor to
bearings run

• Lubricating material selected according to

specifications
• Motor functioning smoothly after lubrication
• Recommended hand tools used
F14 Replace terminal box • No damage caused to bolts and nuts when fixing
terminal box
• Terminal box insulated
• Connections well fixed
F2 Clean motor • No damage caused to windings

armature using • Insulation resistance more than 1.5 M
acetone • Sparks not formed not in the form of a ring
F9 Undercut
commutator • Commutator undercutting saw used
• No damage to armature winding
• Recommended and equipment used
• B r u s h e s s e l e c t e d a c c o r d ing to specifications of
the motor
F15 Replace brushes in • Tension applied according to data of brushes

motor • Brushes and the surfaces they come into contact faced
• Expected performance after replacing brushes
• Recommended tools and equipment used
F16 Adjust brush rocker • Rocker arms placed in neutral axis

(brush angle) • Maximum efficiency obtained
• No damage caused to bolts and nuts
F8 Clean tacho • Expected performance of tachometer after cleaning

generator

F11 Replace tacho • No damage caused to bolts and nuts when

generator brushes dismantling / assembling tacho generator
• B r u s h e s s e l e c t e d a c c o r d i n g t o specifications
of tacho generator
• Safety steps taken after installing brushes
• Expected performance after installing brushes
F17 Align and install • No damage caused to bolts and nuts

motor • Expected performance after aligning and fixing
G1 Remove motor from • No damage caused to bolts and nuts

mounts • Removed wires tagged
• Suitable lifting methods followed when taking out
motor
• Motor handed over to relevant section after
removing
G5 Replace armature • Armature fixed without causing any damage

• Armature aligned and fixed
• Connections tightened and fixed
• Puller used for removing bearings
G6 Replace bearings • Suitable hand tools used

• No damage caused to bearing when fixing
G9 Replace centrifugal • Suitable hand tools used

switch • Screws of switch fixed correctly
• Terminals of switch soldered well
• Switch disconnected when the speed of motor was
75% of rated speed at loaded / unloaded condition
G8 Replace magnetic • Clutch aligned and fixed

clutch • Clutch selected according to data/ specifications
• Connections of wires well fixed

G4* Replace oil seal
• No damage caused to bolts and screws

G3 Replace pulley and • Puller used for removing pulley
pulley key • No damage caused to puller when fixing pulley
• No damage caused to rotor shaft
G2 Replace cooling fan • No damage caused to bolts and nuts when removing /
fixing
• Cooling fan positioned so as not to strike against
fan cover
• No damage caused to motor shaft when removing / fixing
cooling fan
G7 Replace capacitors in • No damage caused to bolts and nuts

single phase motors • Capacity and voltage of capacitors according to data
of motor
• Wires well soldered
• No loose connections
• Expected performance after replacing capacitors
G10 Replace tacho • When fixing tacho generator aligned and fixed
generator • No damage caused to tacho generator
• Tacho generator fixed according to polarity of
terminals
G11 Provide power • Terminals connected according to data stated on

supply to motor name plate
• Rated voltage provided
• When fixing conductors to motor fixed without loose
connections
• Supply provided through a motor protection switch
• Insulation resistance more than 1.5M
• Flow currents in three live connections equal
• Motor functioned without “humming
•
* N.B. Task G-04 to be performed by Trainees as a learning activity

Related Knowledge:
• How to use a puller, disadvantage in using pullers. Safety in using pullers

• Types of hand tools, use and safety
• How to test types of commutators, selection of brush types
• Types of capacitors, how they are tested, functioning
• Design and functioning of a centrifugal switch
• Types of motors and their functioning
Prerequisites: Completion of modules M-01, M-02, M-03,M-04, M-05, M-06, M-07,

M-08, M-09, M-10
Insulation resistance tester, multimeter, air compressor, heating lamp, motor winding
systems, an electric oven for baking, electric soldering iron, bearing puller, Electrician’s
general equipment, different types of electric motors, tool box

Module Code : M-12

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Maintain and Repair Electrical Generators
Module Title : Maintenance and Repair of Electrical Generators
relevant standards.
Task
Task Standards
No.
H3 Prepare generator • According to service record of generator

for running • Lubricating oil, coolant and fuel not sprinkled in
surroundings
• Used already lubricating oil, fuel, coolant used
H6 Maintain battery
• According to manufacturer’s battery
bank
• service maintenance record
• No defects
H10 Maintain change- • Terminals well connected

over switch • Unnecessary things removed. No sparks
H11 Maintain automatic • No damage to equipment

transfer switch • No loose connections
H1/2 Change generator • No damage to runner seals

engine oil and • No damage to environment
replace oil filter and • According to manufacturer’s service and
water separation maintenance instructions
filter

Task
Task Standards
No.
H4 Replace air filter • No reverberations when engine is started

• Air filter to match specifications used
H5 Change generator • Used brushes of the type and size already used in
brushes the generator
• No damage caused to brushes, holders and slip
rings
• No waste matter fallen into stator
H12 Replace auto voltage • According to types of generator and instructions in

regulator (AVR) the generator
• AVR of the same type, specifications and model
number
H9 Conduct alternator • No damage caused to AVR of generator and other

insulation resistance meters
test • According to manufacturer’s service maintenance
report
• No waste matter fallen on alternator
H7 Replace diode plate • Used diode plate of the same type to match
specifications
H8 Repair stand by • So as to charge battery without defects

charging
circuit
H13 Conduct load test • No damage caused to generator and engine
H14 Synchronize genera- • So as to be equal to phase sequence, voltage and

tors frequency
Related Knowledge:
• Understanding about types of engine oil
• Understanding about what would happen if engine oil was less or more than the
level
• Understanding about defects when the specific gravity of battery electrolyte is less
than the specific amount and distilled water is less
• Defects that may occur when the oil filter / air filter is not changed at proper time
• Understanding about problems that occur when load gets disconnected / connected

instantly when the generator gets started

• Understanding about dangerous situations when the insulation resistance of
generator is not at a standard level
• Understanding about matters to be considered when a generator is Synchronized
• Understanding about standard values of meters in generators

M-08, M-09, M-10, M-11
General tools and equipment used by an electrician, Insulation resistance tester

(Megger)

Module Code : M-13

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Install safety Security and Communication
Module Title : Install safety Security and Communication
relevant standards.
Task
Task Standards
No.
L1 Select the type of • As per customer requirement rules and regulation

communication (IEE ,TRCSL,SLS)
system required • According to the build plan and equipment
systemization regards
• Customer decision
• According to price and availability
• Proposal provided
• Make sure the customer has understand the function
and Features of the system
• SLS,IEE or Manufacturers specifications.
L2 Install Intercom
• According to wiring diagram
telephone system
• Standard symbols and regulations
• Follow guidelines and instructions provided by the
manufacturer.
• SLS,IEE or Manufacturers specifications
L3 Install doorbell  According to wiring diagram

indicator and door  Standard symbols and regulations
opener  Follow guidelines and instructions provided by the
manufacturer

Task
Task Standards
No.
L4 Install burglar  SLS,IEE or Manufacturers specifications.

/intruder alarm  According to wiring diagram
system  Standard symbols and regulations
 Follow guidelines and instructions provided by the
manufacturer.
 SLS,IEE or Manufacturers specifications.
 According to wiring diagram
 Standard symbols and regulations
manufacturer.
 Use standard electricians tools
 According to wiring diagram
L5 Install fire detection • SLS,IEE or Manufacturers specifications.

alarm system • According to wiring diagram
• Standard symbols and regulations
• Follow guidelines and instructions provided by the
manufacturer.
• Use standard electricians tools
L6 Install Security  SLS,IEE or Manufacturers specifications.

camera System  According to wiring diagram
manufacturer.
L7 Install public address  SLS,IEE or Manufacturers specifications.

system  According to wiring diagram
manufacturer.
L8 Install  SLS,IEE or Manufacturers specifications.

timecard/master  SLS,IEE or Manufacturers specifications.
clock system  According to wiring diagram
manufacturer


L9 Install master  SLS,IEE or Manufacturers specifications.
antenna television  According to wiring diagram
system  Standard symbols and regulations
manufacturer.
Use standard electricians tools
Related Knowledge:
 Types of electrical wires and cables used for safety /security and communication
systems & their ratings / applications
 Types of security video cameras and sensing devices etc., used in industrial
safety/ security & communication systems/devices
 Importance of testing industrial safety/security & communication systems/devices
after commissioning, and regular periodical inspections thereafter
 Manual handling techniques
 Safe methods of handling loads
 Occupational health & safety applied to electrical Installation.
 First aid including methods of resuscitation
 Fire precautions.
 Safe working methods.
 Local authority/enterprise policies.
 Electrical legislation and regulations related to Industrial safety / security and
communication systems/devices.
 Telecommunication Regulatory Commission regulations on industrial Security &
Communication systems/devices
 Electrical installations in hazardous areas
 Record keeping and reporting

M-08, M-09, M-10, M-11, M-12

Module Code : M-14

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Inspect, test, trace and repair faults in industrial installations
Module Title : Inspect, test, trace and repair faults in industrial installations
relevant standards.
Task
Task Standards
No.
K1 Visual Inspection  Comply to IEE and utility Standards
 According to design drawings
K2 Continuity and
 End to end resistance of conductor should be less than
Polarity Testing
or equal to 0.05 ohms
K3 Insulation resistance
 Insulation resistance between line to neutral, line to
testing
earth, neutral to earth and between lines.
K4 Phase Sequence Test Phase rotation should be same for any point of the
circuit
K5 Earth Resistance Test  Earth resistance value for domestic should be less than
200ohms
For commercial buildings earth resistance value should

be less than 21 ohms

Related Knowledge:
Interpretation of circuit diagrams, service manuals, technical sketches, graphic symbols

and wiring diagrams and manufacturer’s specifications etc.,
• Types of electrical / electronic tools and its applications
• Types of electronic test instruments used for testing safety/security and communication
systems

M-08, M-09, M-10, M-11, M-12, M-13
module
• Multi-meter
• Voltage detector
• Insulation Resistance Tester
• Earth fault loop impedance tester
• Earth Electrode Resistance tester
• Prospective Short-Circuit Current (PSCC)
• Prospective Earth Fault Current (PEFC) Tester
• Tester
• Clip-on meter
• Phase sequence tester
• Temperature measuring instrument

Module Code : M-15

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Programmable Logic Controllers
Module Title : Programmable Logic Controllers
relevant standards.
Task
Task Standards
No.
J1 Select Programmable Logic

Controller(PLC)  Select according to customer requirement
 Mounting method selected according to customer

J2 Mount PLC requirement
 No short circuits
 Continuity of circuits
J3 Perform Wiring
 According to manufacturer’s specifications
J4 Install Software and Program

PLC
J5 Perform Testing and

Commissioning
Related Knowledge:
 Interpretation of circuit diagrams, service manuals, technical sketches, graphic

symbols and wiring diagrams and manufacturer’s specifications etc.,
 Fundamentals of Digital Electronics
 Types of PLC based machines and their applications
 Motor control switchgear and its applications with relays and contactors PLC

 Common faults in industrial PLC based machines

 Documentation related to inspection and testing of PLC based control systems and
machines
 Safety procedures to be followed.
 Fundamental of hydraulic and pneumatic valves / accessories
 Sensors and proximity switches
 Method of programming Analog / Digital input
 On delay and Off delay Timers
 Up and Down Counters

M-08, M-09, M-10, M-11, M-12, M-13, M-14
• General Electrical & mechanical tools

• Multi-meter
• Logic probe
• Voltage detector
• Logic analyser
• PLC based electrical control device/machine
• Personal Computer with necessary software
• Input/output signal stations
 Manufacturer’s software for re-programming the PLC
Target Time: 15hrs.

Module Code : M-16

Approved on :
To be revised on :
Competency Area : Prepare Cost Estimate
Module Title : Prepare Cost Estimate
relevant standards.
Task
Task Standards
No.
I1 Calculate raw material • Calculations made according to methodologies

cost adopted by relevant organization
I2 Calculate labour costs • All the labour costs included
• Depreciation of tools and equipment included for

I3 Calculate overhead costs
overheads
I4 Calculate financial cost

• Comparison made with the available prices in the
market
I5 Decide profit margin
I6 Find price
Related Knowledge:
• Cost base pricing
• Instructions for calculating raw material cost, labour cost overhead costs, financial
cost etc.
• Financial costs
• Financial regulations of Organizations
Prerequisites: None
Materials, Tools & Equipment Required: Stationary, Teaching materials
Target Time: 15hrs.

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NATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARDS

National Apprentice & Industrial Training Authority

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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Skills Development

Copyrights © 2009, TVEC

NCS can serve a number of purposes including:

Dr. Tissa Jinasena Dr. T.A. Piyasiri

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Dr. T.A.Piyasiri Director General

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NATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARDS FOR

Development Group  Mr. W.P. Ariyaratne, Managing Director, Hemals Electricals

NATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARDS FOR

1. Endorsement date: 2. Date for review:

3. Qualification code: E40S001Q1L3

6. Schedule of Units Unit No. Title

E40S001U01 Prepare estimates for electrical Installations

7. Accreditation The qualifications shall be offered in compliance with the accreditation

2. Date for review:

3. Qualification code: E40S001Q2L3

6. Schedule of Units Unit No. Title

E40S001U01 Prepare estimates for electrical Installations

7. Accreditation The qualifications shall be offered in compliance with the accreditation

1. Endorsement date: 2. Date for review

6. Schedule of Units Unit No. Unit Title

7. Accreditation requirements The qualifications shall be offered in compliance with the

9. Assessment consistency TVEC responsible for consistency of assessments and shall

10. Transitional arrangements Competency based assessments shall be undertaken by

1. Endorsement date: 2. Date for review:

3. Qualification code: E40S001Q3L4

The holder should have been assessed by a licensed Assessor and

Unit No. Title

7. Accreditation The qualifications shall be offered in compliance with the accreditation

1. Endorsement date: 2. Date for review:

3. Qualification code: E40S001Q4L4

6. Schedule of Units Unit No. Title

E40S001U01 Prepare estimates for electrical Installations

7. Accreditation The qualifications shall be offered in compliance with the accreditation

1. Endorsement date: 2. Date for review:

3. Qualification code: E40S001Q6L4

6. Schedule of Units Unit No. Unit Title

8. Certification TVEC shall certify the qualifications in terms of the regulation at

9. Assessment consistency TVEC responsible for consistency of assessments shall take

10.Transition arrangements The competency based assessments shall be undertaken by the

List of Units Code No. Level Page

1. Prepare estimates for electrical Installations E40S001U01 3 2

2. Carryout domestic single phase electrical installation E40S001U02 3 5

3. Install domestic safety / security and communication E40S001U03 3 10

4. Carry out inspection, testing, fault finding and E40S001U04 3 14

5. Carry out industrial electrical installations E40S001U05 4 18

6. Inspect, test, trace and repair faults in industrial E40S001U06 3 23

7. Repair /maintain /service electric motors and generators E40S001U07 4 27

8. Install industrial safety / security and communication E40S001U08 4 31

10. Install, service & repair programmable logic control E40S001U10 4 39

11. Carry out marine electrical installations E40S001U11 3 44

12. Carry out marine electrical installations,inspection E40S001U12 4 49

Note:Unit no.11 & 12 covers the content of Units 5+6+9

1.3 Current market prices of material and accessories of appropriate

1.4 Labour requirements for the installation estimated, based on nature

2.3 Transport / overhead costs calculated according to enterprise

2.5 Allowence for contingencies and taxes added as appropriate.

3.3 Estimate revised to accommodate customer’s feedback and for final

In this unit, preparation of estimates are limited to the following :