Module Outline
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Plant Machine Operation
Plant Machine Operation
Module
National Code
State Code
32101
32101
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/03/1994
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Nominal Hours
51
Description
To become familiar with heavy plant daily service
checks and procedures.
To demonstrate ability to operate an industrial
plant machine - either a grader, bulldozer, backhoe
loader or articulated loader - in a safe and
proficient manner.
To become aware of all aspects of safety when
operating heavy plant machinery.
To develop initial skills in calculation of
measurement and area.
To develop understanding of soil types pertaining to
earthworks construction and soil conservation.
checks and procedures.
To demonstrate ability to operate an industrial
plant machine - either a grader, bulldozer, backhoe
loader or articulated loader - in a safe and
proficient manner.
To become aware of all aspects of safety when
operating heavy plant machinery.
To develop initial skills in calculation of
measurement and area.
To develop understanding of soil types pertaining to
earthworks construction and soil conservation.
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Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 100%
Practical
- Safety
Observation of safety procedures
- Servicing the machine 10 marks
- Pre-start Checks
Follows procedure as prescribed in the
operator's manual. 10 marks
- Daily or 10 hour Service Procedure
Follows procedure as prescribed in the
operator's manual. 10 marks
- Machine Operations (to be assessed on the section appropriate to the
machine on which the student is learning to operate)
Regular practical assessment of student
progress in meeting objectives in the topic
covered in section 2. 40 marks
Tests/Assignments
- Maintenance - written or verbal answers to objectives 3.1 to
3.4. 4 marks
- Communications - written or verbal answers to objectives
4.1 to 4.5. 4 marks
- Calculations-measurement - written or verbal answers to
objectives 5.1 to 5.5. 4 marks
- Levels and soils - written or verbal answers to
objectives 6.1 to 6.4. 4 marks
- Conservation studies - written or verbal answers to
objectives 7.1 to 7.3. 4 marks
Practical
- Safety
Observation of safety procedures
- Servicing the machine 10 marks
- Pre-start Checks
Follows procedure as prescribed in the
operator's manual. 10 marks
- Daily or 10 hour Service Procedure
Follows procedure as prescribed in the
operator's manual. 10 marks
- Machine Operations (to be assessed on the section appropriate to the
machine on which the student is learning to operate)
Regular practical assessment of student
progress in meeting objectives in the topic
covered in section 2. 40 marks
Tests/Assignments
- Maintenance - written or verbal answers to objectives 3.1 to
3.4. 4 marks
- Communications - written or verbal answers to objectives
4.1 to 4.5. 4 marks
- Calculations-measurement - written or verbal answers to
objectives 5.1 to 5.5. 4 marks
- Levels and soils - written or verbal answers to
objectives 6.1 to 6.4. 4 marks
- Conservation studies - written or verbal answers to
objectives 7.1 to 7.3. 4 marks
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0957 | Basic Industrial Skills Mining and Support Services | Accredited course | |
| 6906 | Preparatory Studies | Accredited course | |
| 6907 | Vocational Entrance | Accredited course |