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Title / Demonstrate intermediate knowledge of illumination engineering
Level / 5 / Credits / 15
Purpose / This unit standard covers the foundation principles of illumination engineering.
People credited with this unit standard are able to:
–demonstrate intermediate knowledge of the given concepts used in illumination technology; and
–apply illumination technology engineering in given applications to an intermediate level.
Classification / Electrical Engineering > Electrotechnology
Available grade / Achieved
Entry information
Recommended skills and knowledge / Unit 22721, Demonstrate and apply fundamental knowledge of electrical circuit engineering principles, and Unit 22722, Demonstrate and apply introductory knowledge of electrical circuit engineering principles;or demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills.
Explanatory notes
1This unit standard is intended for use in engineering courses at diploma level.
2This unit standard is one of two that cover knowledge of illumination engineering and provides a basis for Unit 11582, Demonstrate advanced knowledge of illumination engineering. It is recommended that competency in this unit standard be achieved before assessment against unit standard 11582 is attempted.
3Reference
Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992;
and all subsequent amendments and replacements.
4Definitions
Industry practice – practice used and recommended by organisations involved in the electrotechnology industry.
Intermediate knowledge – means employing a broad knowledge base, with substantial depth in some areas of the subject matter, to analyse and interpret a wide range of information.
IR – infrared.
UV – ultraviolet.
5All measurements are to be expressed in Système International (SI) units, and, where required, converted from Imperial units into SI units.
6All activities must comply with: any policies, procedures, and requirements of the organisations involved; the standards of relevant professional bodies; and any relevant legislative and/or regulatory requirements.
7Range
Performance in relation to the outcomesof this unit standard must comply with the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992.
Outcomes and evidence requirements
Outcome 1
Demonstrate intermediate knowledge of the given concepts used in illumination technology.
Rangeconcepts – electromagnetic spectrum, IR and UV radiation and associated hazards; physics of lighting, lighting measurement and instrumentation; light production and control; colour concepts; eye characteristics; introduction to lamps, luminaries and their construction, lighting control systems; lighting codes, software based lighting design packages.
Evidence requirements
1.1Characteristics of illumination concepts are described in accordance with industry practice.
Rangecharacteristics include – purpose, scope, use of concepts.
1.2Content and functions of associated rules, or logic, or formulae are identified in accordance with industry practice.
1.3Illustrations of the concepts are supported by valid examples.
Rangeillustrations include theoretical or practical types.
Outcome 2
Apply illumination technology engineering in given applications to an intermediate level.
Rangeapplications – assessing lighting installations for quality and effectiveness of lighting components; calculations using the lumen and point by point methods; qualitative and quantitative assessment of lighting design elements; interpretation of photometric reports.
Evidence of two is required.
Evidence requirements
2.1Information sources relevant to the development of the given illumination technology applications are selected in accordance with industry practice.
Rangesources include any of – scientific texts, manufacturers’ data, test or experimental measurements.
2.2Principles, rules, formulae, and data relevant to the requirements of the development of the given illumination applications are selected in accordance with industry practice.
Rangemay include but is not limited to – analyses, tests, experiments, theoretical problems, practical problems.
Evidence of three required.
2.3Illumination technology concepts, rules, formulae, and data are used in a valid and logical manner to develop the application in accordance with industry practice.
Rangemay include but is not limited to – mathematical interpretation, logical interpretation, manipulation, computation, presentation.
Evidence of three required.
2.4Results reflect valid use, or interpretation, or adaptation, or limitations of the illumination technology concepts and formulae in accordance with industry practice.
Rangeresults include two of – analysis, behaviour, properties of systems, or equipment, or components, or materials.
Planned review date / 31 December 2014Status information and last date for assessment for superseded versions
Process / Version / Date / Last Date for AssessmentRegistration / 1 / 24 February 1998 / 31 December 2013
Revision / 2 / 12 December 2000 / 31 December 2013
Review / 3 / 18 December 2006 / N/A
Rollover and Revision / 4 / 15 March 2012 / N/A
Revision / 5 / 15 January 2014 / N/A
Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR) reference / 0003
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Requirements for consent to assess and an outline of the moderation system that applies to this standard are outlined in the Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR). The CMR also includes useful information about special requirements for organisations wishing to develop education and training programmes, such as minimum qualifications for tutors and assessors, and special resource requirements.
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