Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 5:37 AM AWST
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Set up and tune glazing equipment
Set up and tune glazing equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
PMC553021C
PMC553021C
State Code
WA960
WA960
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/08/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
15/08/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency covers the setting up and tuning of glaze application equipment or process. It involves conducting pre-start checks, monitoring operations, making necessary adjustments and dealing with non-routine problems.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for glazing equipment setup
- 1.1. Identify all safety and emergency procedures
- 1.2. Shut down equipment to procedures and manufacturer's specifications
- 1.3. Isolate equipment in accordance with procedures
- 1.4. Remove ancillary equipment to procedures and manufacturer's specifications
- 1.5. Complete records and logs for setup of equipment or changing of parts
2. Prepare the process for production
- 2.1. Consult the production schedule to determine the product to be manufactured
- 2.2. Ensure availability of raw materials as required
- 2.3. Identify and provide equipment/change parts, ancillaries and fixtures in accordance with production schedule
- 2.4. Perform equipment preparation to procedures
- 2.5. Monitor equipment condition and take corrective action if equipment is in an unsafe condition
3. Set up process
- 3.1. Perform checks and tests to product and equipment specifications
- 3.2. Align all equipment to product specifications and procedures
- 3.3. Set up process/equipment as required for the production schedule
4. Tune the process
- 4.1. Monitor operation and compare with procedures for appropriate operation
- 4.2. Identify any deviation from standard performance
- 4.3. Identify the cause of the deviation and take action
- 4.4. Make adjustments to the equipment settings, process conditions or raw materials to bring production into specification
- 4.5. Continue monitoring operation and making adjustments until product/equipment is within specification
5. Respond to problems
- 5.1. Identify possible routine and non-routine problems in the equipment or process
- 5.2. Determine problems needing action
- 5.3. Determine possible fault causes
- 5.4. Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility
- 5.5. Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person
6. Control hazards
- 6.1. Identify hazards from the job to be done
- 6.2. Identify other hazards in the work area
- 6.3. Assess the risks arising from those hazards
- 6.4. Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures
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.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with standard procedures and work instructions
Application of equipment
This unit includes equipment for application of glazes to ceramic or clay products, including:
automatic spray lines
robotic spray equipment
automatic dipping lines
PLCs, but not control panels
Tools and equipment
Tools and equipment may include:
changeover parts and equipment
computers
measuring and recording equipment
communication equipment
hand tools
safety clothing and equipment
Process
Process includes:
setting up and tuning equipment for startup, job change and equipment changes in preparation for production
Typical problems
Typical problems may include:
product feed to and from process
glaze composition and properties
equipment alignment
analysis of all plant data
product quality
equipment speed
taking corrective action
Plant data
Plant data may include:
test results
instrument/control panel information
data from physical senses (sight, sound and hearing)
temperatures, pressures, material flow and discharge rates and effects
variations to glaze composition or behaviour
Occupational health and safety (OHS)
All operations are subject to stringent OHS requirements and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and OHS requirements, the OHS requirements take precedence
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.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with standard procedures and work instructions
Application of equipment
This unit includes equipment for application of glazes to ceramic or clay products, including:
automatic spray lines
robotic spray equipment
automatic dipping lines
PLCs, but not control panels
Tools and equipment
Tools and equipment may include:
changeover parts and equipment
computers
measuring and recording equipment
communication equipment
hand tools
safety clothing and equipment
Process
Process includes:
setting up and tuning equipment for startup, job change and equipment changes in preparation for production
Typical problems
Typical problems may include:
product feed to and from process
glaze composition and properties
equipment alignment
analysis of all plant data
product quality
equipment speed
taking corrective action
Plant data
Plant data may include:
test results
instrument/control panel information
data from physical senses (sight, sound and hearing)
temperatures, pressures, material flow and discharge rates and effects
variations to glaze composition or behaviour
Occupational health and safety (OHS)
All operations are subject to stringent OHS requirements and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and OHS requirements, the OHS requirements take precedence
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
The unit will be assessed in as holistic a manner as is practical and may be integrated with the assessment of other relevant units of competency.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Competence must be demonstrated in the ability to recognise situations requiring action and then in implementing appropriate corrective action. Consistent performance should be demonstrated. In particular look to see that:
setup/tuning are completed to specifications and within timeframe
glaze application parameters are maintained within limits
glaze is applied to specification
quality is monitored to minimise wastage
startup and shutdown occur first time
signals and alarms are responded to immediately
process measurements are continually made or observed
adjustments made are completed in a timely manner to procedures.
The assessment activities should include responding to a range of problems.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment will require access to an operating plant over an extended period of time, or a suitable method of gathering evidence of operating ability over a range of situations.
Assessment will occur over a range of situations which will include disruptions to normal, smooth operation.
Simulation or case studies/scenarios may be required to allow for timely assessment of parts of this unit of competency. Simulation should be based on the actual plant and will include 'walk-throughs' of the relevant competency components. A bank of scenarios/case studies/what ifs and questions will be required to probe the reasoning behind observable actions.
Method of assessment
Individual enterprises may choose to add prerequisites and co-requisites relevant to their processes.
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.
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
The unit will be assessed in as holistic a manner as is practical and may be integrated with the assessment of other relevant units of competency.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Competence must be demonstrated in the ability to recognise situations requiring action and then in implementing appropriate corrective action. Consistent performance should be demonstrated. In particular look to see that:
setup/tuning are completed to specifications and within timeframe
glaze application parameters are maintained within limits
glaze is applied to specification
quality is monitored to minimise wastage
startup and shutdown occur first time
signals and alarms are responded to immediately
process measurements are continually made or observed
adjustments made are completed in a timely manner to procedures.
The assessment activities should include responding to a range of problems.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment will require access to an operating plant over an extended period of time, or a suitable method of gathering evidence of operating ability over a range of situations.
Assessment will occur over a range of situations which will include disruptions to normal, smooth operation.
Simulation or case studies/scenarios may be required to allow for timely assessment of parts of this unit of competency. Simulation should be based on the actual plant and will include 'walk-throughs' of the relevant competency components. A bank of scenarios/case studies/what ifs and questions will be required to probe the reasoning behind observable actions.
Method of assessment
Individual enterprises may choose to add prerequisites and co-requisites relevant to their processes.
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.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W2685 | PMCOPS321B | Set up and tune glazing equipment | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAH24 | PMC553021 | Set up and tune glazing equipment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W750 | PMC40110 | Certificate IV in Manufactured Mineral Products | Qualification |
| W749 | PMC30110 | Certificate III in Manufactured Mineral Products | Qualification |