Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Ministry of Education
May 2011
Introduction
Ethiopia has embarked on a process of reforming its TVET-System. Within the policies and
strategies of the Ethiopian Government, technology transformation – by using international
standards and international best practices as the basis, and, adopting, adapting and verifying
them in the Ethiopian context – is a pivotal element. TVET is given an important role with
regard to technology transfer. The new paradigm in the outcome-based TVET system is the
orientation at the current and anticipated future demand of the economy and the labor
market.
The Ethiopian Occupational Standards (EOS) are - a core element of the Ethiopian National
TVET-Strategy and an important factor within the context of the Ethiopian TVET-Qualification
Framework (ETQF).They are national Ethiopia standards, which define the occupational
requirements and expected outcome related to a specific occupation without taking TVET
delivery into account.
This document details the mandatory format, sequencing, wording and layout for the
Ethiopian Occupational Standard comprised of Units of Competence.
Together all the parts of a Unit of Competence guide the assessor in determining whether
the candidate is competent.
The ensuing sections of this EOS document comprise a description of the respective
occupation with all the key components of a Unit of Competence:
a chart with an overview of all Units of Competence for the respective occupation (Unit
of Competence Chart) including the Unit Codes and the Unit of Competence titles
a template for a Unit of Competence (Unit of Competence Standard) – this includes
further directions on the contents and format of the unit of competence
Variables Range
Tools and Equipment May Include but not limited to:
pipe cutter
ream
bend
off-set
thread
drill
Solder
Multimeter
Variable Range
Evidence guide
Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
competency Demonstrated understanding/interpretation on diagrams,
symbols and work instructions
Demonstrated understanding of proper use of materials, tools
and testing instruments for assembly of electrical control
system
Selected and used correct personal protective equipment
Demonstrated correct procedures for installation and wiring of
electrical control components
Demonstrated understanding on proper testing procedures
Followed work schedule
Demonstrated good work attitude
1. Plan and 1.1 Work instructions are read and interpreted to determine job
prepare for requirements.
installation 1.2 Tools and testing devices needed to carry out the installation work are
selected in accordance with established procedures and checked for
correct operation and safety.
1.3 Materials necessary to complete the work are obtained in accordance
with job requirements.
Evidence guide
Critical aspect of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
competency Correctly interpreted work instructions
Selected appropriate tools, testing instruments and materials for
electrical wiring installation
Selected and used correct personal protective equipment
Followed criteria for installation and wiring of electrical devices,
auxiliary and protection system equipment
Followed safety procedures
Undertaken checks of quality of the work in accordance with
instructions and job requirements
Followed EBCS regulations
Demonstrated good working attitudes
Underpinning Materials use and specification
knowledge Understand economic use of material
Safe working procedures (including works in hazardous locations)
Ethiopian Building Code standards (EBCS) requirements
Correct procedures in installing electrical wiring
Installation of communication/paging system
Kinds of lighting fixtures and its application
Occupational Standard: Industrial Electrical Machines and Drives Servicing Level III
Unit Title Maintain and Repair Industrial Electrical Machines and Drives
Unit Code EEL EMD2 04 0511
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, attitudes and skills needed in
performing maintenance, troubleshooting and repair works on
industrial electrical machines and drives.
Variable Range
Maintenance work Preventive
Corrective/Breakdown
Routine
Predictive
Condition based
Materials May include but not limited to:
Contact cleaner
Insulating varnish/materials
Carbon brushes
Sand paper
Waste rugs
Electrical tapes
Warning tags
Signage
Lockout/tag-out
Lubricants
Motor cleaner
Insulating oil
Coolant
Tools, equipment and Including but not limited to:
testing devices Electrical hand tools
o Pliers
o Screwdrivers
o Wrenches
o Wire splicer
o Knives
o Bolt/Cable cutter
o Knockout puncher
Evidence Guide
Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
competency Identified or determined faults and troubles
Identified cause of troubles
Performed/Followed maintenance and troubleshooting
procedures
Analyzed and interpreted electrical machine circuit
diagram
Interpreted and analyzed periodic monitoring data
Demonstrated understanding on safety regulations
applicable to worksite operations
Demonstrated understanding on the use of electrical
testing equipment
Demonstrated understanding on final inspection
procedures
Accomplishment of service report forms
Coordinated effectively with others to ensure safe and
effective work operations
Variables Range
Occupational Health and Apply OH& S requirements in accordance with regulations/codes
safety(OH& S) of practice and enterprise safety policies and procedures. This
may include:
o Using of relevant protective clothing and
equipment,
o Use of tooling and equipment, workplace
environment and safety handling of material,
o Use of fire fighting equipment, enterprise first aid,
Variable Range
Commissioning Formulate checklist of machine and
procedures equipment parts
Check completeness of installation based on plans/diagrams
Perform electrical testing
Perform no-load and load testing
Perform monitoring of meters and gauges
Orient end-user regarding systems operations
Turn over electrical equipment to end-user
Personal Including but not limited to:
protective Working gloves
equipment Safety shoes
(PPE) Hard hat
Face shield
Insulating mat
Ear plug
Tools, equipment Including but are not limited to:
and testing Electrical hand tools
devices o Pliers
o Screwdrivers
o Wrenches
o Wire splicers
o Electrician knives
Testing instruments
1. Obtain and 1.1 Specific and relevant information is accessed from appropriate
convey sources
workplace 1.2 Effective questioning , active listening and speaking skills are
information used to gather and convey information
1.3 Appropriate medium is used to transfer information / ideas
1.4 Appropriate non- verbal communication is used
1.5 Appropriate lines of communication with supervisors and
colleagues are identified and followed
1.6 Defined workplace procedures for the location and storage of
information are used
1.7 Personal interaction is carried out clearly and concisely
2. Participate in 2.1 Team meetings are attended on time
workplace 2.2 Own opinions are clearly expressed and those of others are
meetings and listened to without interruption
discussions 2.3 Meeting inputs are consistent with the meeting purpose and
established protocols
2.4 Workplace interactions are conducted in a courteous manner
2.5 Questions about simple routine workplace procedures and
maters concerning working conditions of employment are asked
and responded to
2.6 Meetings outcomes are interpreted and implemented
3. Complete 3.1 Range of forms relating to conditions of employment are
relevant work completed accurately and legibly
related 3.2 Workplace data is recorded on standard workplace forms and
documents documents
Variable Range
Appropriate Team members
sources Suppliers
Trade personnel
Local government
Industry bodies
Medium Memorandum
Circular
Notice
Information discussion
Follow-up or verbal instructions
Face to face communication
Storage Manual filing system
Computer-based filing system
Forms Personnel forms, telephone message forms, safety reports
Workplace Face to face
interactions Telephone
Electronic and two way radio
Written including electronic, memos, instruction and forms, non-
verbal including gestures, signals, signs and diagrams
Protocols Observing meeting
Compliance with meeting decisions
Obeying meeting instructions
1. Describe team 1.1 The role and objective of the team is identified from available
role and scope sources of information
1.2 Team parameters, reporting relationships and responsibilities
are identified from team discussions and appropriate external
sources
2. Identify own role 2.1 Individual role and responsibilities within the team environment
and are identified
responsibility 2.2 Roles and responsibility of other team members are identified
within team and recognized
2.3 Reporting relationships within team and external to team are
identified
3. Work as a team 3.1 Effective and appropriate forms of communications used and
member interactions undertaken with team members who contribute to
known team activities and objectives
3.2 Effective and appropriate contributions made to complement
team activities and objectives, based on individual skills and
competencies and workplace context
3.3 Observed protocols in reporting using standard operating
procedures
3.4 Contribute to the development of team work plans based on an
understanding of team’s role and objectives and individual
competencies of the members.
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
competence Operated in a team to complete workplace activity
Worked effectively with others
Conveyed information in written or oral form
Selected and used appropriate workplace language
Followed designated work plan for the job
Reported outcomes
Underpinning Communication process
Knowledge and Team structure
Attitude Team roles
Group planning and decision making
Underpinning Skills Communicate appropriately, consistent with the culture of the
Ministry of Education Industrial Electrical Machines and Drive Servicing L-II
Page May 2011
Copyright Ethiopia Occupational Standard
workplace
Evidence Guide
Resource The following resources must be provided:
Implications Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment Observation of the individual member in relation to the work
activities of the group
Observation of simulation and or role play involving the
participation of individual member to the attainment of
organizational goal
Case studies and scenarios as a basis for discussion of issues
and strategies in teamwork
Context for Competence may be assessed in workplace or in a simulated
Assessment workplace setting
Assessment shall be observed while task are being undertaken
whether individually or in group
Variable Range
Resources may staff
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of A person must be able to demonstrate:
Competence ability to identify daily work requirements and allocate work
appropriately
Variable Range
Client Requirements May include:
Assignment Instructions
Post Orders
Scope to modify instructions/orders in light of changed
situations
Assignment May conveyed in:
Instructions Writing
Verbally
Electronically
Client Needs and May be detected by:
Requirements Review of the client brief and/or assignment instructions
Discussion with the client/customer
Customers May include:
All members of the public
Evidence Guide
Critical aspects of Assessment requires that the candidate:
competence Maintained a professional image.
Interpreted client/customer requirements from information
contained in the client brief and/or assignment instructions.
Dealt successfully with a variety of client/customer interactions.
Monitored and acted on changing client or customer needs.
Met client/customer requirements.
Built credibility with customers/clients
Underpinning Uniform and personal grooming requirements f the employer
Knowledge and and the client
Attitude Occupational health and safety requirement for the assignment