Undertake prescribed tests on foundry-related materials

Unit of competency Outline

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23/07/2026 9:23 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
MEM04023

State Code
OAX14

TGA Status
Current

DTWD Status
Approved

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
26/06/2019

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

Field of Education

019909 - Laboratory Technology

Original Release Date

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to carry out prescribed chemical analysis and mechanical (destructive) tests on foundry-related materials and compare the results against predetermined specifications. It also includes the conducting of optical emission spectroscopy (OES) testing, but not the conducting of any other tests. This work is performed under the overall direction of a metallurgist.The foundry tradesperson may be required to draw some conclusions from the results of the specified tests regarding whether an adjustment is required within their skills and knowledge to casting or melting procedures or whether to consult on the results with a metallurgist or other authority according to standard procedures.Where the interpretation of technical drawings is required unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing should also be selected.Where the selection and use of engineering measuring equipment is required unit MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements should also be selected.Where the selection and use of tools is required unit MEM18001 Use hand tools and unit MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations, should also be selected as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: BUnit 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, job sheets or work instructions

2 Select appropriate testing procedures/ standards

2.1 Identify the need and relevant test and testing standard from prescribed range of tests and testing standards
2.2 Arrange for external testing if appropriate
2.3 Identify appropriate and certified laboratory and test equipment
2.4 Select appropriate procedures/standards for the requirements of the test
2.5 Prepare sample according to appropriate procedures

3 Undertake prescribed tests

3.1 Check that the sample or casting has been prepared as required by the test method
3.2 Prepare sample or casting
3.3 Prepare instrument as required by procedures
3.4 Test sample or casting
3.5 Record and check test results and repeat test results if required

4 Arrange other tests

4.1 Identify need for tests not covered by this unit
4.2 Arrange for internal or external test according to standard enterprise procedures

5 Report result of tests

5.1 Identify reporting requirements
5.2 Source externally conducted test results from provider
5.3 Determine implications of test results for process or product
5.4 Undertake or recommend actions to be taken based on test results and enterprise procedures
5.5 Prepare and circulate report in accordance with enterprise requirements

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WA638	MEM04023A	Undertake prescribed tests on foundry related materials	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BEJ8	MEM40119	Certificate IV in Engineering	Qualification
BEK0	MEM50119	Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade	Qualification