2002 Swinburne TAFE Handbook - Swinburne University of ...

264 I Subject Details
VAK325
60 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Hybrid Energy Systems
This module provides training in the design, application, installation and maintenance of
hybrid electrical systems, including demand assessment and energy~based services.
VAK327 Field Placement 3
38 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Provides students with practical experience of the justice system.
VAK398
60 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Introduction to Renewable Energy
Technologies
This module is an introduction to renewable technologies. It considers a range of non~
technical issues, energy and service requirements, solar radiation, site suitability,
micro~hydro systems, biomass, solar thermal systems, building design features, RPAS
Systems, photovoltaics, wind energy conversation systems, battery storage and sizing
for applications. It looks at both the theory behind the technology and how it is applied in
practical situations.
VAK437
20 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Introduction to CAD Graphic
Systems
Enables the participant to use commercial Computer Aid Design package to create,
store and print typical non~layered drawings using various drawing sizes, drawing
layouts and dimensioning techniques.
VAK500
40 nominal Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Auto Electrical Revision
This module will provide the learner with a theoretical knowledge and practical
experience relating to electrical laws, theory and principles.
VAK548
60 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Micro Hydro Energy Systems
This module provides training in design, application, installation and maintenance of
micro hydro energy systems.
VAK602 Field Placement 4
38 nominal Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Provides a chance for students to experience work within the justice system.
VAK646
40 nominal Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Introduction to Electronics for
Renewable Energy Systems
This module is an introduction to the semiconductor devices and electronic circuits
found in renewable energy systems.
VAK682
LPG Installation, Tuning and
Maintenance
52 nominal hours off~the~job, 16 nominal hours on~the~job • Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Safe Handling ofLPG (8 hours): To provide the participant with the knowledge and
skills necessary to: work safely on LPG vehicles; handle and transfer the fuel
safely; establish and maintain a safe workshop environment.
System Components (12 hours): To provide the participant with the knowledge of
the function and operation of LPG components. This is essential background
information for the following LPG modules: LPG fitting procedures; engine tuning;
fault diagnosis; vehicle installation.
Fitting Procedures (16 hours): To provide the participant with knowledge ofthe
fitting regulations and the practical skills required for fitting LPS equipmentto
motor vehicles.
Engine Tuning (8 hours): To provide the participant with the knowledge and practical
skills necessary to correctly tune LPG vehicles, including a 'closed loop' system.
Fault Diagnosis (8 hours): To provide the participant with the knowledge and
practical skills necessary to diagnose the cause of: engine mechanical problems;
LPG component problems; performance problems on LPG powered vehicles.
Vehicle Installation (16 hours): To allow the studentto apply the knowledge and
skills developed in the previous modules, on a complete vehicle installation.
VAK668
54 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Justice Delivery
Develops an understanding ofthe role, function and organisation ofthe departments and
agencies which comprise the justice delivery system, with an emphasis on current
issues relevantto the community justice worker.
VAK691
60 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Photovoltaic Power Systems
This module provides training in the design, installation and maintenance of photovoltaic
IPV) power systems and includes topics such as energy output electrical layout of
systems, sizing, specifications and systems to meet special requirements.
VAL695
60 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Solar Water Heating Systems
This module provides training in the design, application, installation and maintenance of
solar water heating systems.
VAK757
54 nominal Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Police in Victoria
The purpose ofthis module is to provide the student with a general knowledge ofthe
structure and function of the Victoria Police Force, and the role of police in society.
VAK790
54 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Local Government Law
Enforcement
This module will provide participants with an overview of Law Enforcement in Local
Government and its relationship with other sectors of the Community Justice field.
VAK844
50 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Prisons & Community Based
Corrections
To provide a critical understanding ofthe management philosophies, principles and
practices of prisons and community based corrections.
Swinburne University of Technology I TAFE Handbook 2002