Unit of competency Outline
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Conduct basic welding, thermal cutting, heating and gouging operations
Conduct basic welding, thermal cutting, heating and gouging operations
Unit of competency
National Code
AUM8051B
AUM8051B
State Code
W9180
W9180
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/01/2010
Field of Education
030711 - Boilermaking And Welding
Original Release Date
27/01/2010
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit describes the application of the required skills and knowledge to conduct basic welding, thermal cutting, heating and gouging operations.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine job requirements
- 1.1. Job specifications and requirements are interpreted and determined from job sheets and / or work instructions
- 1.2. Appropriate OHS practices are identified and adhered to in accordance with OHS, legislative and organisation requirements
- 1.3. Information is accessed from appropriate sources to enable welding to be performed in accordance with vehicle and equipment manufacturer procedures
- 1.4. Approved methods and equipment are accessed and used, according to type of material and repairs required
2. Plan and prepare to undertake the work
- 2.1. Plant/equipment/resources required to satisfy the work plan are identified, obtained and inspected for compliance with the job specifications
- 2.2. Relevant plans, drawings and texts are selected and interpreted in accordance with the work plan
- 2.3. Correct size, type and quantity of materials/components are determined, obtained and inspected for compliance with the job specifications
- 2.4. Work is planned in detail including sequencing and prioritising and considerations made in accordance with system/site requirements
- 2.5. Work area is prepared in accordance with work requirements and site procedures
- 2.6. Potential hazards are identified and prevention and/or control measures are selected in accordance with the work plan and site procedures
- 2.7. Work completion details are finalised in accordance with site/enterprise procedures
3. Conduct work
- 3.1. Work is completed without causing damage to any workplace property or vehicle, system or component
- 3.2. Oxy acetylene welding and spot welding are carried out according to standards
- 3.3. Gas metal arc (MIG) and arc welding are carried out according to standards
- 3.4. Heating is carried out according to standards
- 3.5. Thermal cutting and gouging are carried out according to standards
Legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures and may include: the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organisation and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering the use of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling procedures including lifting and carrying.
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes of practice, including those related to:
anti-discrimination
award and enterprise agreements
confidentiality and privacy
duty of care
employee relations
environment protection
equal opportunity
industrial relations
relevant industry codes of practice.
access and equity principles and practices
environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
emergency and evacuation procedures
equipment use procedures
ethical standards
legal obligations
maintenance and storage procedures
OHS requirements
organisational and site guidelines
policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility
procedural manuals
quality assurance guidelines
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
recording and reporting guidelines.
vehicle/manufacturer specifications
company operating procedures
product manufacturer specifications
customer requirements
industry/workplace codes of practice
statutory legislation
material safety data sheets
State/industry OH&S legislation
hand tools, welding equipment including: manual metal arc, gas metal arc (MIG), oxy acetylene and spot
heating equipment including: oxy acetylene and oxy LPG
thermal cutting equipment including: oxy acetylene and/or plasma arc
substrates to include aluminium, bissaloy, steel
job sheets, drawings, work instructions
qualified workplace assessor
workplace or simulated workplace.
industry regulations/guidelines
OHS legislation
statutory legislation
organisation policy/procedures.
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes of practice, including those related to:
anti-discrimination
award and enterprise agreements
confidentiality and privacy
duty of care
employee relations
environment protection
equal opportunity
industrial relations
relevant industry codes of practice.
access and equity principles and practices
environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
emergency and evacuation procedures
equipment use procedures
ethical standards
legal obligations
maintenance and storage procedures
OHS requirements
organisational and site guidelines
policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility
procedural manuals
quality assurance guidelines
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
recording and reporting guidelines.
vehicle/manufacturer specifications
company operating procedures
product manufacturer specifications
customer requirements
industry/workplace codes of practice
statutory legislation
material safety data sheets
State/industry OH&S legislation
hand tools, welding equipment including: manual metal arc, gas metal arc (MIG), oxy acetylene and spot
heating equipment including: oxy acetylene and oxy LPG
thermal cutting equipment including: oxy acetylene and/or plasma arc
substrates to include aluminium, bissaloy, steel
job sheets, drawings, work instructions
qualified workplace assessor
workplace or simulated workplace.
industry regulations/guidelines
OHS legislation
statutory legislation
organisation policy/procedures.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
compliance with relevant legislative, regulations, standards, codes of practice and establish safe practices and enterprise policies and procedures for managing personal work priorities
maintaining a working knowledge of current work systems and practices
working and communicating effectively and positively with others involved in the work
applying, within authority, the requirements of the job or work role in relation to:
achieving production goals
achieving work quality goals
responding positively to changing work requirements
contributing effectively to cost reduction initiatives
effectively applying problem solving techniques
modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
interpret and communicate operational information
employ safe working practices
conduct MIG and arc welding processes
conduct Oxy acetylene and resistance welding processes
conduct heating and thermal cutting and gouging processes
manual straight line cutting standards
use relevant tools and equipment.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process
assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Evidence of the following is essential:
compliance with relevant legislative, regulations, standards, codes of practice and establish safe practices and enterprise policies and procedures for managing personal work priorities
maintaining a working knowledge of current work systems and practices
working and communicating effectively and positively with others involved in the work
applying, within authority, the requirements of the job or work role in relation to:
achieving production goals
achieving work quality goals
responding positively to changing work requirements
contributing effectively to cost reduction initiatives
effectively applying problem solving techniques
modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
interpret and communicate operational information
employ safe working practices
conduct MIG and arc welding processes
conduct Oxy acetylene and resistance welding processes
conduct heating and thermal cutting and gouging processes
manual straight line cutting standards
use relevant tools and equipment.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process
assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W5739 | AUM8051A | Conduct basic welding, thermal cutting, heating and gouging operations | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WE175 | AUMGTW3001 | Conduct basic welding, thermal cutting, heating and gouging operations | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W564 | AUM35108 | Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing (Bus/Truck/Trailer) | Qualification |