Industrial Electronics Technician The candidate applying to be trade tested for the Certificate of Competence should be in possession of the majority of the following knowledge, competencies & skills: Verbal technical communication Written communication Handover on equipment intervention Written report on machine performance Request for spare parts Use of software packages Circuit design Equipment on board diagnostic Exposure to preventive maintenance culture Safety Awareness On site general safety Machine operation safety Machine intervention safety Awareness and use of Personal Protection equipment Fault finding and rectification: Use of manuals and circuit diagrams to: Comprehend diagram Follow diagram Identify components on board
Use of basic test intruments Oscilloscope Multimeter Function generator What signals / readings are expected Board Repair Soldering and replacing components ESD awareness during repair Pneumatics Comprehend association of electronic component (control) and pneumatic actuators (movement) Exposure of different equipment using pneumatics Use / replacement of pneumatic components Pistons, cylinders, regulators Use / replacement of electronic components Sensors, input / output modules Exposure to industrial equipment Machine operation Use of embedded diagnostic tools Identification of modules CPU Input / Output modules Motors Servo drives Controllers ADC / DAC Sensor capacitive, inductive, pressure, temperature Diagnostic to identify faulty modules Replacement of faulty modules
PLC / PC based systems Types of PLC / PC based industrial equipment Exposure to ladder diagram / mc software Software backups Use of networking within equipment
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA Trade Testing Board Assessment Criteria- Industrial Electronics Technician 1. Introduction The following is a detailed description of the assessment criteria to be adopted by the Trade Testing Board (TTB) to reach a final decision on the award of the Certificate of Competence. Trade Test As defined in the Standard Operating Procedure, the trade test is to be made up of the following components: 1. The Interview 2. Portfolio/Logbooks 3. Written Test 4. Practical Test and on-site Verification of Work Experience 5.
Component Mark Pass Mark Interview 100 50% Portfolio/Logbooks 100 50% Written Test 100 50% Practical Test and Verification of Work Experience 100 50% The Board agreed on the sequence of the tests and the marking scheme allocated to each specific component as indicated above.
The Written Component The Board agrees that the theoretical written test is mandatory. The syllabus, on which the written component will be based, will be that which is currently being used by MCAST for the award of the Diploma in Industrial Electronics.
The Interview Component All candidates will be called for an interview so that the Board will be able to assess the proficiency of the candidate in this particular field. The duration of the interview will be not less than 30 minutes but not exceeding 45 minutes. During the interview, the Board will have the opportunity to put forward any question related to: Behaviour Aptitude Experience Skills and knowledge Health & Safety Practices Quality in work performance Communication abilities Logbooks/Portfolios Vision for their future. The Board believes that all candidates should answer questions on the above topics with confidence while portraying technical skills and knowledge on the subject.
The Practical Component This component will be conducted in the form of a TEST, divided into two separate sessions of about two hours each. Separate and different tests are conducted to the candidates - those who are employed in the field of Industrial who are NOT employed in this sector. Electronics and those Candidates employed in the field of Industrial Electronics Session 1 - will serve as a prelude to the second session, which is the actual Verification of Work Experience. This will consist of an open book practical test where, the candidate will have to demonstrate the following abilities to: - understand the theoretical components/modules in use - source and interpret technical data and apply/use it - analyse a situation in a systematic and logical manner - perform the necessary repair and/or modification - use the appropriate tools and testing equipment Session 2 - will be the actual Practical Test that will be conducted at the candidate s place of work. The Trade Testing Board will carry out an inspection at the candidate s workplace to monitor, evaluate and verify the work experience of the applicant in Industrial Electronics. The Board will examine whether the candidate s technical knowledge, abilities and skills of the work performed are of the required standard.
Candidates NOT employed in the field of Industrial Electronics Candidates not employed in the field of Industrial Electronics during the period of trade testing, will have the following Practical Test: Session 1 the candidate will have to show his/her ability to: - interpret and understand technical circuit diagrams, schematics and mechanical blueprints. - analyse datasheets and/or specification sheets - choose the appropriate component/s for a specific task/s. - explain how to test and troubleshoot an electronic circuit/s - prepare a technical plan for Session 2 Session 2 This will be the actual Practical Test and the candidate will have to show his/her ability to: - construct, operate and test an analogue and/or a digital circuit. - carry out fault-finding procedures on an analogue and/or a digital module - use a simulation package to convert an electronic circuit diagram into a printed circuit board.
Portfolio Applicants who are not in possession of the logbooks, are to submit a Portfolio. This portfolio enables the candidate to: Identify and demonstrate what he/she have done and what he/she can do Highlight his/her employability skills as well as his/her technical skills Transfer competences and knowledge gained in the past to present and future settings Establish a personal record of his/her learning beyond his/her qualifications The portfolio shall include: Evidence of knowledge and abilities Work samples Skills Inventory References from current and previous employers Special Projects The portfolio shall serve as a reflection of the candidate.