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Plan and design engineering-related manufacturing processes

Plan and design engineering-related manufacturing processes

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM234013
State Code
OEV08
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030101 - Manufacturing Engineering
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to plan and design engineering-related manufacturing processes. It includes consideration of client requirements, process control, sustainability, lean systems, product manufacturability, system maintainability, facilities, services, plant and tooling requirements, supply chains, material and product flow, continuous improvement and constraint and contingency management, work health and safety (WHS) and regulatory requirements.It applies to the design of manufacturing processes across all forms of manufacturing and engineering and design activities can also include design rectification or modifications of an existing engineering-related manufacturing process. It is suitable for manufacturing system designers or manufacturing operations personnel, and for those pursuing engineering or related qualifications and careers.Individuals completing this work either already have or are developing skills and experience in production control techniques, product and process improvement techniques, manufacturing plant and processes and evaluation of business performance, computing technology and mathematics.The unit does not apply to technical leadership in project, operational or engineering management. Where these skills are required see unit MEM234001 Plan and manage engineering-related projects or operations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Clarify client brief or contract requirements
  • 1.1 Clarify product performance objectives and specifications with client
  • 1.2 Determine and research planning and design parameters of the brief or contract
  • 1.3 Determine WHS, regulatory, sustainability and environmental issues relevant to the proposed manufacturing process
  • 1.4 Established required technical and professional assistance based on project scope
  • 1.5 Confirm client’s production system capability and provide initial advice on feasibility
  • 1.6 Discuss ‘time to market’ issues with the client and establish timelines
  • 1.7 Decide, in conjunction with client, whether the proposed project should fit with an existing production system or a new or redesigned process to be established for the product
  • 1.8 Prepare a product development flow chart that provides sufficient information to guide the planning and design process
2. Develop manufacturing process design options and prepare concept proposals
  • 2.1 Identify and analyse relevant production systems
  • 2.2 Generate and validate manufacturing process design solutions using current design methodologies and automated design tools
  • 2.3 Evaluate and rank options against client criteria for quality, cost, and application of automation, maintainability and regulatory requirements
  • 2.4 Determine social and sustainability implications of solutions
  • 2.5 Document and present concept proposals to client
  • 2.6 Provide feedback on product manufacturability
  • 2.7 Evaluate concept proposals with client and select preferred process
3. Design manufacturing process
  • 3.1 Determine manufacturing process control, maintenance management, human resources and continuous improvement systems implications for final design
  • 3.2 Finalise manufacturing process design, including material and product flow, logistics, transfers, new or modified facilities, services, plant and tooling layout
  • 3.3 Ensure preparation of all required documentation, drawings, specifications and instructions
  • 3.4 Consult with client and stakeholders to obtain sign-off on design.
  • 3.5 Monitor installation and commissioning of manufacturing process with stakeholders and make any necessary adjustments to design
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S8108 MEM234013A Plan and design engineering-related manufacturing processes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BOY9 MEM80125 Graduate Diploma of Engineering Qualification
BIW3 MEM80122 Graduate Diploma of Engineering Qualification