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Weld using flux core arc welding process

Weld using flux core arc welding process

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM05096
State Code
OEU50
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030711 - Boilermaking And Welding
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform flux core arc welding (FCAW) on heavy or light metal fabrications.Weld quality must conform to AS 1554 General Purpose (GP) and American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) or equivalent.Where the interpretation of technical drawings is required, the unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing must also be selected.Where thermal processes, hand and/or power tools are required the appropriate specialisation units must also be selected.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit Weight: 4
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, sketches, job sheets or work instructions
2. Prepare materials for FCAW
  • 2.1 Prepare materials to achieve the required weld requirements
  • 2.2 Assemble/align materials to specification in accordance with SOPs
3. Select, assemble and set up welding equipment and consumables
  • 3.1 Identify and select welding machine settings, accessories and consumables appropriate to the material
  • 3.2 Assemble and set up semi-automatic machines
4. Minimise and rectify distortion
  • 4.1 Apply appropriate distortion prevention measures
  • 4.2 Rectify any distortion using appropriate techniques
5. Weld to job specification using FCAW
  • 5.1 Ensure weld deposit is to specification
  • 5.2 Clean joints to specifications
6. Ensure weld conformance
  • 6.1 Inspect weld joints visually for conformance to specifications
  • 6.2 Rectify any weld defects with minimum loss of sound metal using correct techniques and tools
  • 6.3 Maintain weld records in accordance with SOPs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAW74 MEM05047 Weld using flux core arc welding process Unit of competency