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Enrolment rules
Enrolment in the Graduate Diploma in Safety Science.
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Learning outcomes
1.
Demonstrate knowledge on electrical hazards, safety standards, safety requirements and practices.
2.
Apply advanced technical knowledge to minimise risks from electrical hazards by introducing engineering safeguards and controls.
3.
Explain the need of safety requirements and standards for any electrical design or installations and safety in workplace.
4.
Apply problem-solving and research principles as part of an advanced design and development of electrical safety systems.
5.
Communicate with engineering teams and the community at large to investigate and present electrical safety systems.
Assessments
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Additional information
Unit content:The major topics covered are: electrical hazards and safety; effects of electricity in human body; electrical safety in hazardous environment; safety in the workplace; safety requirements and practices; technical and safety regulation in industries, commercial and domestic installation and power systems; risk assessment and management; engineering safeguards and controls; electrical safety code for installation including building wiring, product standard certification and enforcement; Australia and New Zealand Electrical Safety System and Standards.