Unit of competency Outline
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Produce architectural precast concrete
Produce architectural precast concrete
Unit of competency
National Code
PMC553050C
PMC553050C
State Code
WA964
WA964
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/11/2010
Field of Education
030101 - Manufacturing Engineering
Original Release Date
19/11/2010
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency covers the production of architectural precast concrete products. It involves preparing the mould and reinforcement, selecting the necessary tools and materials and ensuring finished product is to specification.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare mould for casting
- 1.1. Check casting schedule, drawings and job specification
- 1.2. Check finish and veneer requirements for any or all faces, edges or surfaces
- 1.3. Prepare veneering equipment and formwork to temporarily support veneers and backing concrete
2. Prepare reinforcement
- 2.1. Check quantities, type, size and shape of reinforcement supplied against drawings and schedules
- 2.2. Place reinforcement and check concrete covers
- 2.3. Complete mould assembly
- 2.4. Insert lifting devices, lugs, fixing and other fittings according to drawings and specifications
- 2.5. Seal mould
3. Cast concrete
- 3.1. Ensure that concretes are poured in correct sequence according to work schedule
- 3.2. Ensure adequate vibration
- 3.3. Complete casting process to plans and specification
- 3.4. Prepare test samples/cylinder as required by work instructions
- 3.5. Screed to a flat, accurate surface in preparation for finishing
- 3.6. Finish green concrete as required
- 3.7. Wet patch as required
4. Cure product
- 4.1. Cover and cure mould in accordance with standard procedure and any special requirements
- 4.2. Monitor curing to achieve specified stripping strength
5. Strip and store product
- 5.1. Remove mould parts at appropriate time, with care, and inspect for damage
- 5.2. Lift unit using appropriate lifting equipment and lifting methods
- 5.3. Use good occupational health and safety (OHS) practice
- 5.4. Arrange storage using protective pads to ensure against damage
6. Respond to problems
- 6.1. Identify possible routine and non-routine problems in the equipment or process
- 6.2. Determine problems needing action
- 6.3. Determine possible fault causes
- 6.4. Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility
- 6.5. Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person
7. Control hazards
- 7.1. Identify hazards from the job to be done
- 7.2. Identify other hazards in the work area
- 7.3. Assess the risks arising from those hazards
- 7.4. Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with standard procedures and work instructions
Typical problems
Typical problems may include:
compact product with tight bends/clearances
loss of fluids (concrete leakage)
adjustment to take account of variables such as weather
variations in cement/water ratio
backing concrete penetrating veneers
OHS
All operations are subject to stringent OHS requirements and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and OHS requirements, the OHS requirements take precedence
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.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with standard procedures and work instructions
Typical problems
Typical problems may include:
compact product with tight bends/clearances
loss of fluids (concrete leakage)
adjustment to take account of variables such as weather
variations in cement/water ratio
backing concrete penetrating veneers
OHS
All operations are subject to stringent OHS requirements and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and OHS requirements, the OHS requirements take precedence
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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
The unit will be assessed in as holistic a manner as is practical and may be integrated with the assessment of other relevant units of competency.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential that the process be understood and that the importance of critical material properties and design characteristics is known. Competence must be demonstrated in the ability to recognise and analyse potential situations requiring action and then in implementing appropriate corrective action.
Consistent performance should be demonstrated. In particular look to see that:
products are made consistently in minimum time and with minimum patching
finishing is within specification/example
good OHS practice is used consistently.
Competence must be demonstrated in the operation of all ancillary equipment to the level required for this unit of competency.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment will require access to an operating plant over an extended period of time, or a suitable method of gathering evidence of operating ability over a range of situations.
Assessment will occur over a range of situations which will include disruptions to normal, smooth operation.
Simulation or case studies/scenarios may be required to allow for timely assessment of parts of this unit of competency. Simulation should be based on the actual plant and will include 'walk-throughs' of the relevant competency components. A bank of scenarios/case studies/what ifs and questions will be required to probe the reasoning behind observable actions.
Method of assessment
Individual enterprises may choose to add prerequisites and co-requisites relevant to their processes.
Prerequisite units may be co-assessed if appropriate.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
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
The unit will be assessed in as holistic a manner as is practical and may be integrated with the assessment of other relevant units of competency.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential that the process be understood and that the importance of critical material properties and design characteristics is known. Competence must be demonstrated in the ability to recognise and analyse potential situations requiring action and then in implementing appropriate corrective action.
Consistent performance should be demonstrated. In particular look to see that:
products are made consistently in minimum time and with minimum patching
finishing is within specification/example
good OHS practice is used consistently.
Competence must be demonstrated in the operation of all ancillary equipment to the level required for this unit of competency.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment will require access to an operating plant over an extended period of time, or a suitable method of gathering evidence of operating ability over a range of situations.
Assessment will occur over a range of situations which will include disruptions to normal, smooth operation.
Simulation or case studies/scenarios may be required to allow for timely assessment of parts of this unit of competency. Simulation should be based on the actual plant and will include 'walk-throughs' of the relevant competency components. A bank of scenarios/case studies/what ifs and questions will be required to probe the reasoning behind observable actions.
Method of assessment
Individual enterprises may choose to add prerequisites and co-requisites relevant to their processes.
Prerequisite units may be co-assessed if appropriate.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W2689 | PMCOPS350B | Produce architectural precast concrete | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAH20 | PMC553050 | Produce architectural precast concrete | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W750 | PMC40110 | Certificate IV in Manufactured Mineral Products | Qualification |
| W749 | PMC30110 | Certificate III in Manufactured Mineral Products | Qualification |