Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

1.1 Preparations for maintaining process control systems are done in accordance with workplace policies and procedures.
1.2 Faults in process control systems are diagnosed in accordance with sound troubleshooting philosophies.
1.3 Equipment in process control system is repaired in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
1.4 Equipment is calibrated in accordance with calibration standards and specified ranges.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

2.1 PLC hardware is diagnosed for faults, in accordance with sound diagnostic techniques.
2.2 PLC hardware is repaired in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
2.3 Normal conditions are established after completion in accordance with organizational procedure.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

3.1 The fundamentals of the hierarchical industrial network structure are explained.
Range: Diagrams, description, equipment handling.
3.2 Process Communication protocols, interfaces and mediums are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures.
3.3 Network addressing is conducted in accordance with manufacturer specifications.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

4.1 Solutions to problems are based on a clear analysis of information gathered through accepted diagnostic procedures.
4.2 Policies and procedures are reviewed in responding to unfamiliar problems to ensure suitability of the solution to the situation.
4.3 Answers given to problems arising in the Measurement, Control and Instrumentation field show insight and understanding. Where answers are not known, the process of researching information is appropriate to the situation.
4.4 Actions taken to solve problems are accurately recorded for future reference.

Integrated Assessment:

Integrated assessment at the level of the qualification provides an opportunity for learners to show they are able to integrate concepts, actions and ideas achieved across a range of unit standards and contexts. Integrated assessment must evaluate the quality of observable performance as well as the thinking behind the performance.
The assessment criteria of the qualification are embodied in the Unit Standards. The depths of technical expertise that will be assessed across the various specialist contexts are clearly articulated in the relevant specific outcomes, assessment criteria and range statements within these unit standards.
Some assessment aspects will demand practical demonstration while others may not. In some case inference will be necessary to determine competence depending on the nature and context within which performance takes place.
Since this is a foundational qualification, it is necessary to ensure that the fundamental part of the qualification is also targeted to ensure that while the competence may have been achieved in a particular context, learners are able to apply it in a range of other contexts and for further learning.
The assessment should also ensure that all the critical cross-field outcomes have been achieved.