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Select and use joining techniques

Select and use joining techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM26016
State Code
OAT42
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/01/2020
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
24/01/2020
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to join composites to other composite components or other materials.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit Weight: 6
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Determine finished application properties
  • 1.5 Develop required technical specifications of join
  • 1.6 Identify properties of surfaces to be joined
2 Select most appropriate joining system
  • 2.1 Short list suitable joining techniques and materials
  • 2.2 Compare technical properties of different joining systems with requirements
  • 2.3 Check safety data sheets (SDS) of joining materials
  • 2.4 Determine preparation required of surfaces to be joined
  • 2.5 Select most appropriate joining system
  • 2.6 Make sample join using the system
  • 2.7 Conduct/organise for relevant tests
  • 2.8 Evaluate test results against product requirements
  • 2.9 Review fabrication process and make any required changes to system
3 Complete the required join
  • 3.1 Identify and control hazards
  • 3.2 Prepare surface, as required
  • 3.3 Prepare tools, equipment and materials required for join
  • 3.4 Undertake required join and minimise waste
  • 3.5 Review joined product compared to requirements of the job
  • 3.6 Review materials and techniques selected
  • 3.7 Identify areas for improvement and take appropriate actions
  • 3.8 Complete any required documentation/reporting according to SOPs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC771 MEM26016A Select and use joining techniques Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEK4 MEM31119 Certificate III in Engineering - Composites Trade Qualification