Competency Demonstration Report for Professional Engineer in Australia

This document presents a competency demonstration report (CDR) summary statement for a professional engineer, outlining key competency elements and providing specific career episodes as evidence. The report is structured around competency units such as knowledge and skill base, engineering application ability, and professional attributes. Each section includes a brief summary of how the engineer applied specific elements in their career, with references to corresponding career episodes. The career episodes detail practical applications of engineering principles, including wave energy harvesting, electrical design and installation for commercial buildings, and deployment of electrical systems. The report highlights the engineer's ethical conduct, communication skills, innovative approach, and effective team membership, demonstrating their overall competence and readiness for professional engineering practice. This solved assignment is available on Desklib, where students can find more solved assignments and past papers.

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER
Summary Statement
These are the competency Units and Elements.
Competency Element
A brief summary of how you
have applied the element
Paragraph number
in the career
episode(s) where the
element is addressed
PE1 KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
PE1.1 Comprehensive, theory-
based understanding of the
underpinning natural and
physical sciences and the
engineering fundamentals
applicable to the engineering
discipline
I had developed a prototype for
the wave energy harvesting in the
laboratory in manner to present an
alternative source for the
production of energy.
I had deployed the project
considering the simple layout for
the electrical connections and
establish the electrical components
according to the developed layout
I was assigned to the project of
new commercial office
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.1, CE 1.3.1 and
CE 1.3.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.1 and CE 2.3.3
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2.1, CE 3.3.1 and
CE 3.3.2

development that was located at 1-
7 Malop Street, Geelong, Victoria,
and I and my team had fit it out
with workSafe as it was designed
to meet the PCA Grade A
guidelines 2012
PE1.2 Conceptual
understanding of the
mathematics, numerical
analysis, statistics and
computer and information
sciences which underpin the
engineering discipline
I had developed the prototype of
the wave energy harvesting that
can be utilized for the production
of electricity
I had used different layers of
illumination for the different
sectors of wiring and thus, tried to
keep the safety factor of the wires
at the top most priority
I had applied my knowledge for
the development of the design of
the electric supply for the lighting
systems, CCTV cabling, lighting
protections, PFC, diesel generator
and other electrical components
Career Episode 1: CE
1.3.1
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.2, CE 2.3.3 and
CE 2.3.4
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.2

PE1.3 In-depth understanding
of specialist bodies of
knowledge within the
engineering discipline
I had used the wave energy for the
production of mechanical force
that was used to rotate the turbine
and thereafter, simple production
of energy through using magnetic
field for the production of power
I had used different layers of
illumination for the different
sectors of wiring and thus, tried to
keep the safety factor of the wires
at the top most priority
I had also used the photovoltaic
inverters for automating the
components and successfully
deployed the automatic static
transfer switching system
Career Episode 1: CE
1.3.1
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.1, CE 2.3.4, CE
2.2.5 and CE 2.4.2
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.1, CE 3.3.3
PE1.4 Discernment of
knowledge development and
research directions within the
engineering discipline
I had tried to keep the project
within low budget, constraints to
be completed within the schedule,
and each individual contribute
their precious skills in the
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.5, CE 1.3.1 and
CE 1.4.2

development of the prototype
I had successfully deployed the
layout of the electrical connections
of the components of perfect
rating as per the requirement of
the building
I had to perform the selection of
energy monitoring meters for
switchboards that Includes
emergency lighting control
switches to switchboards and any
other aspects
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.2, CE 2.3.4 and
CE 2.4.1
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.2, CE 3.3.3 and
CE 3.4.1
PE1.5 Knowledge of contextual
factors impacting the
engineering discipline
I had identified that OWC
(Oscillating Wave Columns) could
be the best option for the
conversion of wave energy into
electrical energy and could be the
effective and efficient technique
for the power production
I had developed the project that
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.1, CE 1.2.2,
Career Episode 2: CE

was estimated to establish all these
systems in effective and efficient
manner and make the campus
completely electrical operate-able
I had used the AutoCAD for the
development of the design of the
switchboards and the quotations
was made based on this design
only
2.2.1, CE 2.2.2
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2.1, CE 3.2.3
PE1.6 Understanding of the
scope, principles, norms,
accountabilities and bounds of
contemporary engineering
practice in the specific
discipline
I had established the generator
with the chamber in manner to
produce and collect the electricity
generated by this prototype design
I had equipped the fluorescent
luminaries and emergency lighting
luminaries those have the power
factor correction capacitors and
was provided in all the common
areas including the escape routes,
exits, entries, and stairs
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.3, CE 1.3.3, CE
1.3.4 and CE 1.3.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.2.3, CE 2.3.1 and
CE 2.3.2

. I had also used the IPD Estimate
Express V12 software to prepare
the quotation
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2.3, CE 3.3.1 and
CE 3.3.2
PE2 ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
PE2.1 Application of
established engineering
methods to complex
engineering problem solving
I had used the simple concept of
conversion energy for the
production of electricity using
wave energy
I had designed the electrical works
such as electrical building layouts
that includes lighting, power,
ELV, lightning protection,
Load/voltage drop calculation,
switchboard Single line diagrams,
ELV (Telephone, data, PA,
MATV & CCTV) and BOQ
preparation
I had contributed myself in a very
responsible manner for the
deployment and designing of the
electrical circuit within the
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.4, CE 1.3.1 and
CE 1.4.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.3, CE 2.3.4 and
CE 2.4.1, CE 2.4.2
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.1, CE 3.3.2 and
CE 3.4.2

infrastructure
PE2.2 Fluent application of
engineering techniques, tools
and resources
I had used my skills for the
maximum output from the
prototype of “ISLEY LYMPET
Wave Energy Generator” and
implemented the generator in the
design of this prototype
I had established the BMS
(Building Management System) I
manner to automatically control
and monitor “and energy
conservation through optimizing
all the available electrical and
mechanical systems”
I had to select Suitable MCCB,
RCBO, and MCB as switchboard
Protection devices and Ingress
protection ratings with required
metal for enclosures and colour
and also control items. I had to
stick to electrical specification at
Career Episode 1: CE
1.3.3, CE 1.3.2 and
CE 1.3.1
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.1, CE 2.3.2 and
CE 2.3.3
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.1, CE 3.3.2 and
CE 3.3.3

any time
PE2.3 Application of
systematic engineering
synthesis and design processes
I did the power generation part
and the electrical and electronic
circuit designing and construction
I had used different rating of the
components and different
insulation considering the budget
and safety of the established
network
I had to convince the customers
through communicating and
presenting better recommendation
through various assumptions
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.3, CE 1.3.1 and
CE 1.3.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.3 and CE 2.3.4
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2.5
PE2.4 Application of
systematic approaches to the
conduct and management of
engineering projects
I had used my skills in utilizing
the oscillation of the waves of the
ocean or sea and established a
chamber of the LIMPET
I had to assist the draftsmen on
these sectors and deploy the
project in an efficient manner
Career Episode 1: CE
1.3.1 and CE 1.3.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.2.3, CE 2.3.1, CE
2.3.2 and CE 2.3.3

I had applied my knowledge for
the development of the design of
the electric supply for the lighting
systems, CCTV cabling, lighting
protections, PFC, diesel generator
and other electrical components
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.1 and CE 3.3.2
PE3 ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
PE3.1 Ethical conduct and
professional accountability
I had presented this idea for the
development of a system that is
capable of feeding the need of the
power for present time through
utilizing wave energy
I had to estimate the required
ratings of the electrical equipment
and present the circuit design in
less complex manner through
proper designing
I had used the AutoCAD software
for the development of the layout
of the circuit as per the
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.3, CE 1.3.3 and
CE 1.4.1
Career Episode 2: CE
2.2.3, CE 2.3.5 and
CE 2.4.2
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.3, CE 3.4

specifications and requirements
provided by the IPD and make
sure that all the requirements will
be fulfilled as per their needs and
requirements
PE3.2 Effective oral and
written communication in
professional and lay domains
I had developed the prototype for
the production of electricity
through utilizing the compression
and decompression nature of the
waves produced by sea or ocean
I had managed the electrical
draftsmen to deploy the
constraints of the project and
establish a better and simple
design layout of the wires and
cables
I had presented the simplest design
for the IPD and maintained the
budget minimum as much possible
considering the profit for the
company
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.3, CE 1.3.3 and
CE 1.4.1
Career Episode 2: CE
2.2.3, CE 2.3.5 and
CE 2.4.2
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.3, CE 3.4

PE3.3 Creative innovative and
proactive demeanour
I had leaded the team towards
accomplishing the objectives and
constraints of the project within
the schedule and under low budget
I had designed the layout of the
cables and establishment of the
electrical components and
distribute the circuit network to
the whole building
I had to make quotations based on
the specifications provided by the
project manager for which I had
used the AutoCAD software
Career Episode 1: CE
1.3, CE 1.4 and CE
1.4.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.5, CE 2.4, CE
2.2.5 and CE 2.4.2
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2, CE 3.3
PE3.4 Professional use and
management of information
I had managed the activities,
schedule, and estimated the budget
of the project
I was also responsible for the
distribution of electrical power
between the main and sub main
electricity distribution boards
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.3, CE 1.2.5, CE
1.4.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.2.3, CE 2.2.5, CE
2.4.2

I had managed the team members
working under me in an easy
manner through better
communication and making good
relation
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2.3, CE 3.2.5, CE
3.4.2
PE3.5 Orderly management of
self, and professional conduct
I had used my skills for the
maximum output from the
prototype of “ISLEY LYMPET
Wave Energy Generator” and
implemented the generator in the
design of this prototype
I had also implemented the
lightning protection system in
manner to protect the building
from being damaged through the
lighting and it was established at
the floor
I was delivering the objectives of
Career Episode 1: CE
1.4.1, CE 1.3.1 and
CE 1.3.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.4.2, CE 2.3.2, CE
2.3.3 and CE 2.3.4
Career Episode 3: CE