Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Competitive Manufacturing
Advanced Diploma of Competitive Manufacturing
MSA61108
W529
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 08/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
The Competitive Manufacturing units of competency are categorised into three groups:
Systems units (MSACMS)
Change/interpersonal units (MSACMC)
Tools units (MSACMT)
The Advanced Diploma requires a total of 30 units comprised of:
a minimum number of CM systems units from the specified list
a minimum number of CM change/interpersonal units from the specified list
a minimum number of CM tools units from the specified list
other CM units as specified and up to eight relevant units from another Training Package.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded an Advanced Diploma of Competitive Manufacturing, competency must be achieved in 30 units of competency chosen as specified from the groups listed in the Training Package.Note that units with an asterisk have prerequisite requirements. The prerequisites for these
units are to be counted in the total number of units. Refer to the prerequisite table or the
individual units.
1. Group A - CM Systems Units
Four (4) units to be completed
The following table outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the MSA07 Manufacturing Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8979 | MSACMS601A | Analyse and map a value chain | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8983 | MSACMS605A | Develop a Balanced Scorecard for use in competitive manufacturing | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8978 | MSACMS600A | Develop a competitive manufacturing system | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8980 | MSACMS602A | Manage a value chain | 60 | Unit of competency |
2. Group B - Change/interpersonal Units
Four (4) units to be completed
The following table outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the MSA07 Manufacturing Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8972 | MSACMC614A | Develop a communications strategy to support production | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W8969 | MSACMC611A | Manage people relationships | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8968 | MSACMC610A | Manage relationships with non-customer external organisations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8970 | MSACMC612A | Manage workplace learning | 60 | Unit of competency |
3. Group C - CM Tools Units
Nineteen (19) units to be completed
The following table outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the MSA07 Manufacturing Training Package for the full details of available options.
4. Group D - Other CM Elective Units
Three (3) units to be completed
The following table outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the MSA07 Manufacturing Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3656 | MSAENV472B | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8996 | MSACMT280A | Undertake root cause analysis | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W8303 | MSAPMSUP390A | Use structured problem solving tools | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXM9 | MCM60104 | Advanced Diploma of Competitive Manufacturing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J133 | MSS60312 | Advanced Diploma of Competitive Systems and Practices | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from TVET Australia Product Services, Tel:(03) 9832 8188, Email: enquiries@tvetaustralia.com.au.
3. Information on this program has been entered on to STARS by VET Teaching & Learning Directorate, WA Dept of Training and Workplace Development, on 18/12/2009.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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