Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Competitive Manufacturing
Diploma of Competitive Manufacturing
MSA51108
W527
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 08/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
The Competitive Manufacturing units of competency are categorised into three groups:
Systems units (MSACMS)
Change/interpersonal units (MSACMC)
Tools units (MSACMT)
The Diploma requires a total of 20 units comprised of:
a minimum number of CM systems units from the specified list
a minimum number of CM change/interpersonal units from the specified list
a minimum number of CM tools units from the specified list
other CM units as specified and/or up to eight relevant units from another Training Package.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded a Diploma of Competitive Manufacturing, competency must be achieved in 20elective units of competency chosen as specified from the groups listed in the MSA51108 qualification outline.
The balance of units (up to a maximum of 16) may be drawn from any combination of:
- the CM units list
- a maximum of 10 units from:
- the other CM elective units list (note that only two of the 10 can be chosen from the 200 series units)
- units from other qualifications in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses.
Note that units with an asterisk have prerequisite requirements. The prerequisites for these units are to be counted in the total number of units. Refer to the prerequisite table or the individual units.
1. Group A - CM Systems Units
Two (2) units to be completed
The following group outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8983 | MSACMS605A | Develop a Balanced Scorecard for use in competitive manufacturing | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8978 | MSACMS600A | Develop a competitive manufacturing system | 60 | Unit of competency |
2. Group B - Change/interpersonal Units
Two (2) units to be completed
The following group outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8969 | MSACMC611A | Manage people relationships | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8970 | MSACMC612A | Manage workplace learning | 60 | Unit of competency |
3. Group C - CM Tools Units
Thirteen (13) units to be completed
The following group outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available options
4. Group D - Other CM Elective Units
Three (3) units to be completed
The following group outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3656 | MSAENV472B | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8996 | MSACMT280A | Undertake root cause analysis | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W8303 | MSAPMSUP390A | Use structured problem solving tools | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXM8 | MCM50104 | Diploma of Competitive Manufacturing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J132 | MSS50312 | Diploma of Competitive Systems and Practices | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from TVET Australia Product Services, Tel:(03) 9832 8188, Email: enquiries@tvetaustralia.com.au.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by VET Teaching and Learning, WA Dept of Training and Workplace Development, on 18/12/2009.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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