Mechatronics Technology  ·  Level 5
Mechatronic Systems Instrumentation And Control
Chapter 2: Install electrical devices
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Mount Electrical Devices on a 600mm x 400mm Mounting Panel

Mechatronics Technology · Level 5
Mechatronic Systems Instrumentation And Control
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Mount three single pole switches and one double socket outlet on a 600mm x 400mm metal mounting panel.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Screwdriver setMounting panel
Drill machine with 6mm drill bitSingle pole switches
Measuring tapeDouble socket outlet
Spirit levelElectric cable (1.5mm² PVC insulated)
Cable ties
PPE: Safety boots, Overall
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Mounting panel1 Pc per Candidate
2Single pole switches3 Pcs per Candidate
3Double socket outlet1 Pc per Candidate
4Screwdriver set1 Set per Candidate
5Drill machine with 6mm drill bit1 Pc per 2 Candidates
6Measuring tape1 Pc per Candidate
7Spirit level1 Pc per Candidate
8Electric cable (1.5mm² PVC insulated)3 m per Candidate
9Cable ties10 Pcs per Candidate
10PPE: Safety boots, Overall1 Set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Mounting Electrical Devices
Wore appropriate PPE: safety boots and overall
(Award 1 mark each for safety boots and overall)
2
Identified tools and materials correctly before starting
(Award 1 mark for correct identification)
1
Measured and marked positions for switches and socket accurately on the mounting panel
(Award 1 mark each for measurement, marking, and layout accuracy)
3
Drilled correct sized holes at marked positions using the drill machine
(Award 3 marks for correct hole size, position, and clean drilling)
3
Mounted and fixed the three single pole switches securely with screws
(Award 1 mark for each switch mounted properly)
4
Mounted and fixed the double socket outlet securely with screws
(Award 2 marks for proper mounting and firm fixing)
2
Connected electric cables neatly and terminated at device terminals as per standard
(Award 1 mark for neat cabling, 1 mark for correct termination, 2 marks for proper cable routing and securing)
4
Used spirit level to ensure devices are horizontally aligned
(Award 2 marks for correct use and alignment)
2
Ensured all screws and terminals are tight and secure
(Award 2 marks for secure fixing and tight connections)
2
Cleaned the work area and removed debris, performed housekeeping
(Award 2 marks for proper housekeeping)
2
Sub-Total25
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Mounting panel with three single pole switches and one double socket outlet fixed as per dimensions (600mm x 400mm panel) and layout
(Award 5 marks for correct positioning and spacing, 3 marks for firm fixing, 2 marks for neat wiring and alignment)
10
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL35
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Wiring a Control Panel with Electrical Devices

Mechatronics Technology · Level 5
Mechatronic Systems Instrumentation And Control
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 5 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Wire a control panel connecting a 3-phase motor, capacitive sensor, three holding switches, VFD, and PLC measuring 400mm x 300mm panel size.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Computer with PLC programming softwarePLC unit
ScrewdriversVariable Frequency Drive
Digital MultimeterVFD Operating Manual
Digital TachometerDouble Pole MCB
Communication cable for PLC programmingCapacitive Sensor
3-phase AC Motor
Connecting wires
Power Supply
AC Power Source
Holding switches
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Computer with PLC programming software1 Pc Per Candidate
2PLC unit (24 VDC inputs, contact type outputs)1 Pc Per Candidate
3Variable Frequency Drive (single phase to 3-phase)1 Pc Per Candidate
4VFD Operating Manual1 Pc Per Candidate
5Digital Tachometer1 Pc Per Candidate
6Double Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB)1 Pc Per Candidate
7Capacitive Sensor (24 VDC)1 Pc Per Candidate
8Set of Screwdrivers (assorted)1 Set Per Candidate
93-phase AC Motor1 Pc Per Candidate
10Connecting wires (single core flex 1.0 mm control cable)10 Meters Per Candidate
11Power Supply (Input AC 240 V, Output DC 24 V)1 Pc Per Candidate
12AC Power Source (240 V)1 Pc Per Candidate
13Digital Multimeter with standard probes1 Pc Per Candidate
14Holding switches (momentary pushbutton with NO & NC terminals)3 Pcs Per Candidate
15Communication cable for PLC programming1 Pc Per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Wiring Electrical Devices
Wore PPE: overall and safety boots
(Award 2 x 1 marks)
2
Identified tools and equipment correctly
(Award 1 mark)
1
Identified electrical devices: switches, motor, capacitive sensor, VFD, MCB
(Award 1 mark each for 5 components)
5
Wired motor, capacitive sensor, and three holding switches as per schematic
(Award 1 mark each for correct wiring of devices)
6
Connected Variable Frequency Drive according to schematic and terminated all contacts
(Award 1 mark each for correct VFD connections)
5
Set VFD parameters correctly using the VFD manual
(Award 1 mark for manual use, 2 marks for correct parameter setting)
3
Measured capacitive sensor output voltage using multimeter correctly
(Award 2 marks for correct measurement procedure)
2
Wired power circuit including double pole MCB and terminated motor power cables properly
(Award 3 marks for correct power wiring and termination)
3
Tested and validated control system operation and performed tuning as per specifications
(Award 3 marks for successful testing and tuning)
3
Measured motor rotation speeds (forward-start, low, medium, high) using tachometer
(Award 1 mark each for four speed measurements)
4
Documented wiring process and test results accurately
(Award 4 marks for complete documentation)
4
Observed proper housekeeping: cleaned workspace, organized tools and materials, disassembled tools correctly
(Award 3 marks for full housekeeping compliance)
3
Sub-Total41
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Finished wiring checked for correct connections as per schematic, proper insulation, neat termination, and panel dimensions 400mm x 300mm
(Award 11 marks for full compliance with wiring standards and dimensions)
11
Sub-Total11
GRAND TOTAL52
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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