Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 5:59 AM AWST
22/07/2026 5:59 AM AWST
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Perform welding/fabrication inspection
Perform welding/fabrication inspection
Unit of competency
National Code
MEM05025C
MEM05025C
State Code
W5307
W5307
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/05/2008
Field of Education
030711 - Boilermaking And Welding
Original Release Date
13/05/2008
Nominal Hours
108
Description
This unit covers performing welding/fabrication inspection by selecting, conducting or verifying appropriate non-destructive tests, establishing and validating welding procedures, ensuring quality assurance is carried out, and monitoring procedures.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Select and organise/conduct appropriate non-destructive test procedures or verify previous test procedures
- 1.1. Appropriate non-destructive tests are selected and organised/conducted in accordance with standard operating procedures or job specifications.
- 1.2. Results of previous testing procedures are verified.
2. Establish welding procedure
- 2.1. Joint design specification is interpreted.
- 2.2. Parameters are described.
- 2.3. Variables are checked.
- 2.4. Procedures are documented.
3. Validate welding procedures
- 3.1. Preparation of a test piece is organised.
- 3.2. Prescribed tests are arranged or conducted.
- 3.3. Test results are interpreted and report is prepared identifying required action.
4. Ensure quality assurance procedures are carried out
- 4.1. Material identification is checked.
- 4.2. Movement of material through workshop in-site is documented.
- 4.3. Transferring material test certification numbers is witnessed.
- 4.4. Identification of consumables in accordance with welding procedures is performed.
- 4.5. Storage and use of consumables are monitored.
- 4.6. Quality records are maintained and reviewed to ensure compliance with requirements.
5. Monitor procedures in process
- 5.1. Material forming is checked.
- 5.2. Dimensional checks are carried out.
- 5.3. Final inspection is made against specifications.
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.
Non-destructive tests
Dye penetrant magnetic particle, radiographic or ultrasound tests
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.
Non-destructive tests
Dye penetrant magnetic particle, radiographic or ultrasound tests
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
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to perform welding/fabrication inspection. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with performing welding/fabrication inspection or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment
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
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to perform welding/fabrication inspection. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with performing welding/fabrication inspection or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAW88 | MEM05025 | Perform welding/fabrication inspection | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W245 | MEM40105 | Certificate IV in Engineering | Qualification |
| W247 | MEM50105 | Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade | Qualification |
| J256 | UEP40412 | Certificate IV in ESI Generation Maintenance (Fabrication) | Qualification |