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Title Demonstrate knowledge of sign illumination systems and produce LED illuminated signs
Level 4 Credits 20
Purpose This unit standard is for people working in the signmaking industry.
People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of: light emitting diode (LED), fluorescent and neon signage lighting systems; and installation requirements for electrical components of signage systems. They are also able to fit LED systems into sign components.
Classification Sign Making > Sign Making - Core
Available grade Achieved
Explanatory notes
1 References Health and Safety at Work Act 2015. Electricity (Safety) Regulation 2010.
2 Definition Workplace procedures – procedures used by the organisation carrying out the work and applicable to the tasks being carried out. Examples are – standard operating procedures, site safety procedures, equipment operating procedures, codes of practice, quality management practices and standards, procedures to comply with legislative and local body requirements.
3 Assessment information All evidence requirements must be performed in accordance with workplace procedures.
Outcomes and evidence requirements
Outcome 1
Demonstrate knowledge of light emitting diode (LED), fluorescent, and neon signage lighting systems.
Evidence requirements
1.1 Types of LED systems suitable for signage are described in terms of use, advantages, and disadvantages.
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Range types – back lit panels, edge lit panels, channel lettering, reverse halo lit lettering, flex LED systems, module LED systems; advantages and disadvantages – colours, durability, weatherability.
1.2 Illumination requirements, and considerations for even illumination are explained for signage lighting systems.
Range module spacing, lumens per module, lumens per square metre (lux), panel or letter depth, LED lens angles, diffusion properties of acrylic panels.
1.3 Fluorescent lighting systems used for signage are described in terms of use, advantages, and disadvantages.
1.4 Neon lighting systems used for signage are described in terms of use, advantages, and disadvantages.
Outcome 2
Demonstrate knowledge of installation requirements for electrical components of signage systems.
Evidence requirements
2.1 Hazards of working with electricity are explained and the regulatory limitations for non-registered people working with electricity are explained as outlined in Schedule 1.1 and 1.2 of the Electricity (Safety) Regulation 2010.
Range prescribed electrical work, not prescribed electrical work, extra low voltage supplies.
2.2 Weathertighness ingress protection (IP) ratings are explained for electrical components. IP requirements are identified for components of LED signage systems.
2.3 Wiring requirements are described and basic electrical calculations are carried out for multiple LED lighting modules in terms of number and size of drivers/transformers (power supply modules or units and their ratings) required, and estimated total energy usage.
Range power, voltage, current.
Outcome 3
Fit LED systems into sign components.
Evidence requirements
3.1 LED system parts are selected and installed into sign components.
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Range systems parts – flex LED system, module LED system, backlit panel, channel letter.
3.2 Wire connections are made and insulated.
Range solder, crimp, screw connectors.
3.3 LED modules are spaced to produce even illumination across the sign.
3.4 Sign illumination effect is bench checked prior to installation to ensure compliance with sign requirements.
Planned review date 31 December 2022
Status information and last date for assessment for superseded versions Process Version Date Last Date for Assessment Registration 1 20 April 2017 N/A
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