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Program multiple spindle and multiple axis NC and CNC machining centre

Program multiple spindle and multiple axis NC and CNC machining centre

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM07020
State Code
OAW36
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
31/03/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030707 - Metal Fitting, Turning And MacHining
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to identify numerically controlled (NC) and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine program elements, write and trial a machine program for multiple spindle and multiple axis NC and CNC machining centres, and prepare an operation sheet. The program may use common M and G codes and include the programming of advanced operations, using canned cycles and sub-routines. Programs are trialled and edited as necessary to adjust operation of centre. Technical difficulties are resolved in consultation with appropriate technical advisers. Where additional machining skills in excess of MEM07005 Perform general machining are required appropriate units should also be selected.Where the selection and use of power tools/hand held operations is required unit MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations should also be selected.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: BUnit Weight: 2
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, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
  • 1.5 Select appropriate program elements for machine controller
2 Write NC and CNC machine program
  • 2.1 Interpret engineering drawings to define machine function and tool path geometry
  • 2.2 Calculate coordinates for tool path or machine functions, as required
  • 2.3 Select advanced operations using canned cycles and sub-routines and apply
  • 2.4 Write program in standard code format in accordance with SOPs
  • 2.5 Produce operation sheets to specification in accordance with SOPs which includes appropriate Australian Standards, where required
3 Trial program
  • 3.1 Operate machine in manual mode to test and prove program
  • 3.2 Edit program, if necessary to adjust operation, as required
  • 3.3 Check components to conform to specification
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5365 MEM07020C Program multiple spindle and/or multiple axis NC/CNC machining centre Unit of competency