Title of Qualification

National Vocational Certificate Level 3 in Micro Hydro Power Plant Technology

Date:

2015-09-03

NVQF Level:

3

Version:

1

Total Credits:

50

Purpose of the Qualification:

To train qualified and skilled MHP experts who are competent to carry out maintenance and to supervise the operations of a MHP plant. This qualification is part of a MHP career path

Details of the Qualification:

Code	Comptency Standards	Level	Credits
071300311	Operate and monitor micro hydro power (MHP) plant	3	9
071300312	Carry out corrective maintenance procedures on electrical components in a MHP plant	3	9
071300313	Carry out corrective maintenance procedures on mechanical components in a MHP plant	3	9
071300314	Carry out corrective maintenance procedures on civil structure components in a MHP plant	3	6
071300315	Maintain records in MHP operations	3	8
071300316	Carry out preventive maintenance procedures as part of MHP operations	3	9

Credit Range:

Compulsory	Elective
50	0

Equivalencies, cross credits, pre requisites:

Individuals who wish to enter this training course of study have to comply against the following criteria:NVQF level 2 qualification in MHP operations, or equivalentexperience in mechanical or electrical trades

Requirements for accumulation of credits:

No requirements for accumulation of credit

Requirement for the award of the Qualification:

No prior requirements for the award of the qualification

Transition arrangements for current courses, awards etc:

No prior requirements for the award of the qualification

Standard Setting Body:

National Vocational & Technical (NAVTTC

Remarks:

Prepare and train students through skill training and enable them to earn their living either through employment in industry or to be self-employed.

ISCED Classfication:

uustricity and energy