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Select mechanical machine and equipment components

Select mechanical machine and equipment components

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM23120
State Code
OEU24
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
70
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required for the technical selection of mechanical machine and equipment components. It includes analysis of the application to determine suitability of components and use of performance analysis software.The unit applies to selecting components of machines or equipment based on mechanical engineering-related technical criteria to ensure appropriate performance and compliance with standards. It applies to selection tasks based on analyses completed by an individual or the use of technical criteria supplied by professional engineers or equipment suppliers. The use of calculus for technical analysis is not covered by this unit.The unit is suitable for people working as mechanical detailers or designers and draftspersons and for those pursuing careers and qualifications in mechanical engineering or related disciplines.This unit does not cover selection of electric motors, electrical components, fluid power components such as pumps, control components and support structures or structural fastening and welding with eccentric loadings. These are covered in other units.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish scope of machine components selection task
  • 1.1 Identify stakeholders to be consulted on selection tasks
  • 1.2 Determine compliance requirements of work health and safety (WHS) and regulatory requirements, codes of practice, standards, and risk assessment considerations
  • 1.3 Review features and functions of mechanical machines and components
  • 1.4 Investigate sustainability implications of component selection task
  • 1.5 Establish availability of technical and professional assistance
2. Examine technical specifications for component selection
  • 2.1 Confirm performance requirements of machines or equipment components
  • 2.2 Select appropriate analysis techniques using graphs, tables, nomograms or computer-aided solutions based on the work requirements
  • 2.3 Analyse operating conditions of components and determine component selection criteria
  • 2.4 Review design loads, working stresses, allowable deformations and factor of safety for machine components
  • 2.5 Determine component arrangement, limits, fits and clearances, assembly, fastening and alignment methods
3. Select machine components
  • 3.1 Specify arrangement and assembly requirements
  • 3.2 Advise stakeholders of selection and make any required adjustments
  • 3.3 Ensure traceability of analysis and component selection
4. Report results
  • 4.1 Record results of examination and component selection processes
  • 4.2 Provide documentation including calculations, estimations, specifications, diagrams and drawings
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE935 MEM23120A Select mechanical machine and equipment components Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BOY9 MEM80125 Graduate Diploma of Engineering Qualification
BIW5 MEM60122 Advanced Diploma of Engineering Qualification