Unit of competency Outline
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Conduct mechanical cutting operations
Conduct mechanical cutting operations
Unit of competency
National Code
AUMGTW3002
AUMGTW3002
State Code
WE176
WE176
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/08/2012
Field of Education
030711 - Boilermaking And Welding
Original Release Date
23/08/2012
Nominal Hours
28
Description
This unit describes the application of the required skills and knowledge to prepare and operate equipment/plant for mechanical cutting operations.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine job requirements
- 1.1. Job specifications and requirements are interpreted and determined from job sheets and / or work instructions
- 1.2. Appropriate plant/equipment is selected in accordance with job requirements
- 1.3. Appropriate OHS practices are identified and followed in accordance with OHS, legislative and organisation requirements
2. Select and set up cutting machine
- 2.1. Appropriate machine for the job requirements is selected in accordance with organisation procedures
- 2.2. Machine is inspected for safety and operational condition in accordance with organisation procedures
- 2.3. Machine is set up and adjusted ready for operation
- 2.4. Safety clothing and protective equipment are used according to OHS and organisation requirements
3. Operate mechanical cutting equipment
- 3.1. Cutting processes are planned to ensure most economical use of material is achieved
- 3.2. Stops and guards are adjusted as required and material secured and positioned prior to machine start-up
- 3.3. Machine started following organisation procedures and material cut to meet shape/size/length specifications within appropriate cutting allowances
- 3.4. Machine maintenance procedures are completed in accordance with organisation procedures
- 3.5. Cutting defects are identified and corrective actions are undertaken in accordance with organisation procedures
4. Check material for conformance to specification
- 4.1. In process adjustments carried out as necessary
- 4.2. Material is cut or holed within accepted tolerances according to the job specification
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.
OHS requirements may include:
Legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures and may include: the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organisation and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering the use of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling procedures including lifting and carrying.
Legislative requirements may include:
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes of practice, including those related to:
anti-discrimination
award and enterprise agreements
confidentiality and privacy
duty of care
employee relations
environment protection
equal opportunity
industrial relations
relevant industry codes of practice.
Organisationrequirements may include:
access and equity principles and practices
environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
emergency and evacuation procedures
equipment use procedures
ethical standards
legal obligations
maintenance and storage procedures
OHS requirements
organisational and site guidelines
policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility
procedural manuals
quality assurance guidelines
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
recording and reporting guidelines.
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.
OHS requirements may include:
Legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures and may include: the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organisation and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering the use of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling procedures including lifting and carrying.
Legislative requirements may include:
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes of practice, including those related to:
anti-discrimination
award and enterprise agreements
confidentiality and privacy
duty of care
employee relations
environment protection
equal opportunity
industrial relations
relevant industry codes of practice.
Organisationrequirements may include:
access and equity principles and practices
environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
emergency and evacuation procedures
equipment use procedures
ethical standards
legal obligations
maintenance and storage procedures
OHS requirements
organisational and site guidelines
policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility
procedural manuals
quality assurance guidelines
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
recording and reporting guidelines.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
compliance with relevant legislative, regulations, standards, codes of practice and establish safe practices and enterprise policies and procedures for managing personal work priorities
maintaining a working knowledge of current work systems and practices
working and communicating effectively and positively with others involved in the work
applying, within authority, the requirements of the job or work role in relation to:
achieving production goals
achieving work quality goals
responding positively to changing work requirements
contributing effectively to cost reduction initiatives
effectively applying problem solving techniques
modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
predetermined standards of quality and safety are observed
manual straight line cutting standards are achieved
manual or automatic heating and cutting processes meet specifications.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process
assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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 able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
compliance with relevant legislative, regulations, standards, codes of practice and establish safe practices and enterprise policies and procedures for managing personal work priorities
maintaining a working knowledge of current work systems and practices
working and communicating effectively and positively with others involved in the work
applying, within authority, the requirements of the job or work role in relation to:
achieving production goals
achieving work quality goals
responding positively to changing work requirements
contributing effectively to cost reduction initiatives
effectively applying problem solving techniques
modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
predetermined standards of quality and safety are observed
manual straight line cutting standards are achieved
manual or automatic heating and cutting processes meet specifications.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process
assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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 able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W9181 | AUM8052B | Conduct mechanical cutting operations | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WH976 | AUMGTW002 | Perform mechanical cutting | Unit of competency |
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|---|---|---|---|
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