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Produce composites using resin transfer moulding

Produce composites using resin transfer moulding

Unit of competency
National Code
PMBPROD394
State Code
BAI15
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate and adjust resin transfer moulding processes to produce product.This unit of competency applies to experienced operators who are required to start up and shut down resin transfer equipment, monitor equipment operation, establish a stable process, make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity and solve problems within area of responsibility.This unit of competency applies to an experienced operator demonstrating theoretical and technical knowledge and well developed skills in situations that require some discretion and judgement. The operator may work alone or as a member of a team or group and will work in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan own work requirements
  • 1.1 Identify the most appropriate equipment to be used for production and upstream and downstream operations from production plan or request
  • 1.2 Identify and check materials required, including additives
  • 1.3 Implement measures to control identified hazards in line with procedures and duty of care
  • 1.4 Identify requirements for materials, quality, production and equipment checks
2 Start up resin transfer moulding process to procedures
  • 2.1 Identify process settings required for the product
  • 2.2 Adjust control panel to required settings
  • 2.3 Check materials, resins, fibres and cores are correct
  • 2.4 Take appropriate action for non-conforming materials
  • 2.5 Set up date, batch and materials markings to specifications, as required
  • 2.6 Complete pre-start checks
  • 2.7 Start up process
3 Operate and make adjustments as required to the resin transfer moulding process to procedures
  • 3.1 Operate resin transfer moulding process, noting key variables
  • 3.2 Monitor controls/displays/terminals for production/process data
  • 3.3 Monitor product/process quality, thickness and integrity to procedures
  • 3.4 Take samples as required and identify product out-of-specification
  • 3.5 Make adjustments to remedy faults and nonconformity to standard, as required
  • 3.6 Establish a stable resin transfer moulding process
  • 3.7 Adjust process to minimise scrap and waste
  • 3.8 Clean, adjust and lubricate equipment as required
4 Shut down machine to procedures
  • 4.1 Determine type of shutdown
  • 4.2 Select appropriate purging method
  • 4.3 Purge efficiently and adequately as required
  • 4.4 Leave machine in appropriate condition and with appropriate locks, tags or notices
  • 4.5 Complete relevant documentation
  • 4.6 Ensure area is clean and clear after the shutdown, in readiness for the next start-up
5 Anticipate and solve problems
  • 5.1 Recognise a problem or anticipate potential problems
  • 5.2 Determine problems needing priority action
  • 5.3 Refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person, with possible causes
  • 5.4 Seek information and assistance as required to solve problems
  • 5.5 Solve problems within area of responsibility
  • 5.6 Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7679 PMBPROD394B Produce composites using resin transfer moulding Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODA50 PMBPROD394E Produce composites using resin transfer moulding Unit of competency