Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Watch functions and features
Watch functions and features may include:
quartz oscillating stage
dividing stage
motor drive output pulses
capacitive output signals
current consumption
pulse generation
lower working limit test
gear train freedom
Record and document repair process
Record and document repair process may include:
extent and date of repair
cost of replacement part
time spent on procedure
Appropriate working environment
Appropriate working environment may include:
suitable watchmakers' bench
clean and orderly work area (precautions taken to minimise dust)
adequate lighting and ventilation
ergonomic chair with adjustable height
Workshop tools and equipment
Workshop tools and equipment may include:
timing machine
multimeter
pulse generator
watch repair hand tools
case opening and closing tools
cleaning media
cleaning machines
lubricants
personal protective equipment
Movement and case components
Movement and case components may include:
quartz crystal
electronic circuits
coils
mechanical gear train
liquid crystal displays
watch glasses
case back
bezel (rotating)
crown
pendant
pushbuttons
Watch performance/rate testing
Watch performance/rate testing may include:
current consumption according to manufacturer specifications
rate testing (e.g. +0.25 - 0.3 seconds/day)

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to service quartz watches to industry standards, manufacturer specifications and in accordance with safety regulations and procedures.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
use correct disassembly/reassembly techniques
perform watch function and electrical performance testing
use appropriate watch movement/components cleaning techniques
apply lubrication techniques.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a simulated working environment. Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the MEM05 Metal and Engineering Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application.
Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process.
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is not only able to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency where required.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.