Expert
The DLMS UA Accredited Expert Program is an initiative designed to recognize and certify individuals who possess comprehensive knowledge and expertise in DLMS/COSEM. This certification validates proficiency in DLMS core specifications and their implementation, and also in DLMS Generic Companion Profiles, distinguishing certified individuals as elite professionals in the field. Accredited Experts are not employed by DLMS UA but are part of organizations that are DLMS UA Members.
Why become a DLMS UA Accredited Expert?
Achieving accreditation as a DLMS UA Accredited Expert demonstrates that you meet stringent training and consulting competence and is an indicator of quality that is synonymous with DLMS UA.
It allows experts to showcase technical competence and dedication to excellence in DLMS/COSEM technical works. Accredited experts are also authorized to use the DLMS UA approved mark and display the DLMS UA Accredited Expert level badge in all communications and correspondance.
Expert Accreditation is open to all professionals from DLMS UA Members in Good Standing with Full, Advanced or Promoter membership and is valid for a period of 1 year. Renewal is possible every year.
- Use the DLMS UA Accredited Expert badge and branding in all PR materials.
- Provide expert advice on DLMS/COSEM technical matters.
- Advise on the methodology of the DLMS UA Generic Companion Profile Specifications.
- Deliver DLMS UA accredited training packages.
Gold Level Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be employed by an organization that possess Full, Advanced or Promoter level DLMS UA membership
- Have at least one year’s documented experience using / working with DLMS/COSEM.
- Attend at least 75% of one of the DLMS UA Working Group meetings over the previous 12 months.
- Complete an online questionnaire and achieve the necessary score.
- Be commited to yearly practice and development of DLMS/COSEM skills to retain the Accreditation.
- Attend an interview and present a random section of DLMS UA approved training material.
- All benefits of the Gold Level.
- Create project-specific extensions to the DLMS UA Generic Companion Profile Specification, aligning with the Blue and Green Books.
- Create own DLMS UA training packages.
- Participate in regional Plugfest events.
- Participate actively in the accreditation process of new experts.
Platinum Level Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be employed by an organization that possess Full, Advanced or Promoter level DLMS UA membership
- Have at least one year’s documented experience using / working with DLMS/COSEM
- Be commited to actively participating and engaging in the Core Specification Working Group
- Attend at least 75% of the DLMS UA Working Group meetings, for all accredited GCP’s.
- Complete an online questionnaire and achieve the necessary score.
- Contribute to the activities of the DLMS UA Working Groups
- Be commited to yearly practice and development of DLMS/COSEM skills to retain the Accreditation.
- Attend an interview and present a random section of DLMS UA approved training material.
- Attend regional DLMS UA events and Plugfests.
How do i become an accredited Expert Gold & Platinum Levels
1.
Expert Accreditation is available to individuals employed by an organization that possess Full, Advanced or Promoter level DLMS UA membership, and that have at least one year’s documented experience using or working with DLMS/COSEM.
Only individuals employed by a DLMS UA “Member in Good Standing” can apply for accreditation.
Find out more about how to join DLMS UA.
2.
To begin the accreditation process, applicants click on the “Login” link at the top of this page.
If the required membership level and status is confirmed, the applicant receives an email with a link to being the online process.
Once this information is reviewed by DLMS UA, eligible applicants receive a email to continue the application process.
Eligible applicants will be invited to complete an online questionnaire designed to assess their knowledge of DLMS/COSEM and generic companion profiles. This questionnaire will cover six key areas including
- COSEM interface classes,
- OBIS codes,
- DLMS/COSEM application layer,
- Communication profiles,
- Companion Specifications,
- Compliance testing.
4.
If the applicant’s knowledge is judged sufficient based on the online questionnaire, they will be invited to an interview (either virtual or face-to-face) with DLMS UA staff and competent assessors to present their experience.
Following the interview, the panel will submit their recommendations to the DLMS UA Qualificiation Board, which will then consider the application and approve or reject the accreditation.
5.
If the application is approved, DLMS UA will inform the applicant of their successful accreditation and outline the ongoing requirements for Continual Professional Development (CPD) needed to maintain their accreditation.
Additionally, the applicant must sign the Accredited Expert Code of Conduct.
Once the Code of Conduct is signed, DLMS UA will publish the name of the Accredited Expert on the public website and provide a link to a portal where Accredited Experts can promote their training activities.
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