Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Test methods, techniques and procedures
Test methods, techniques and procedures refer to standard techniques and procedures associated with:
penetrant testing
magnetic particle testing
eddy current testing
ultrasonic testing
radiographic testing
Codes, standards and specifications
Codes, standards and specifications include:
AAP7002.053 Technical airworthiness Maintenance Manual
CASR
overseas airworthiness regulators, such as FAA, EASA and Transport Canada
AS 3669-2006 Non-destructive testing - Qualification and approval of personnel - Aerospace
NAS410 Revision 2 Certification and qualification of non-destructive testing personnel (February 2003)
BS EN 4179:2009 Aerospace series. Qualification and approval of personnel for non-destructive testing
BS EN 473:2008 Non-destructive testing. Qualification and certification of NDT personnel. General principles
ISO 9712:2005 Non-destructive testing - Qualification and certification of personnel
Applicable materials and equipment specifications
Application
Application of this unit may relate to:
scheduled or unscheduled maintenance activities
individual or team-related activities

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 establish and evaluate non-destructive tests for aircraft structure and components.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
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.
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.
Method of assessment
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with the research, analysis, development, approval and evaluation of non-destructive tests, or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Guidance information for assessment