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Set up and produce 3D prints

Set up and produce 3D prints

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPTD302
State Code
OAK32
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
02/04/2019
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
02/04/2019
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce three-dimensional (3D) objects for internal and external clients using a 3D printer.It applies to individuals employed in a range of industry sectors who use 3D files and scanning data to produce 3D objects for a range of applications.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify the print requirements
  • 1.1 Determine object requirements against client specifications and confirm with client
  • 1.2 Evaluate available printer and materials to determine preferred options to meet client specifications
  • 1.3 Calculate print construction time and cost and obtain client approval to proceed with preferred options
  • 1.4 Upload data files into the printer software and check 3D model to ensure it meets specifications
  • 1.5 Assess quality of data file and discuss possible adjustments with client
  • 1.6 Adjust file as required and save in required printer format
2. Prepare the 3D printer
  • 2.1 Select personal protective equipment (PPE) and fit in accordance with work health and safety (WHS) procedures
  • 2.2 Conduct pre start checks on the 3D printer to ensure correct operation according to manufacturer operating procedures
  • 2.3 Adjust printer settings for specified tolerances and in accordance with client specifications
  • 2.4 Load printer with specified construction material in accordance with client specifications
  • 2.5 Install and prepare printer build platform according to manufacturer operating procedures
3. Operate and monitor the 3D printer
  • 3.1 Operate printer in accordance with manufacturer operating procedures and WHS procedures
  • 3.2 Check sensor displays and readings to ensure that they remain within the correct operating parameters specified in the manufacturer operating procedures
  • 3.3 Monitor printing process to check that object is forming as per client specifications, and adjust as necessary
  • 3.4 Monitor consumables and recharge as required
  • 3.5 Report errors and faults in operation to relevant personnel for maintenance or repair
4. Remove and prepare model for client
  • 4.1 Remove printed 3D object from the printer bed according to manufacturer operating procedures
  • 4.2 Remove support framework using appropriate tools, chemicals and PPE, and according to manufacturer operating procedures
  • 4.3 Clean and prepare 3D object in accordance with client specifications
5. Reset printer ready for next job or shutdown
  • 5.1 Clean printer and worksite in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and manufacturer operating procedures after each print
  • 5.2 Determine reset or shutdown requirements based on print queue, and reset or shutdown printer according to organisational and manufacturer operating procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWG42 ICPPRN395 Set up and produce 3D print Unit of competency