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Hand forge complex shapes

Hand forge complex shapes

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM06009A
State Code
W5354
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
16/03/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/06/2009
Field of Education
030799 - Mechanical And Industrial Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
18/06/2009
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit covers producing intricate solid forged shapes by hand forging of different metals, using specialised techniques, tools and jigs.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Forge complex shapes using hand tools on an anvil
  • 1.1. Task requirements for complex hand forging are identified and clarified as required.
  • 1.2. Material volume is correctly calculated.
  • 1.3. Allowances for bending, material shrinkage and oxidisation are made as required.
  • 1.4. Hand tools and formers are selected and used correctly in accordance with standard operating procedures.
  • 1.5. Safe hand forging procedures are followed.
  • 1.6. Techniques and principles for producing complex shapes are applied correctly.
  • 1.7. Forging is checked to ensure conformance to tolerances and specifications.
2. Perform splitting and bundling on anvil
  • 2.1. Tools and equipment are selected and used correctly.
  • 2.2. Hand forging techniques and procedures are applied to forging and opening bundled and split sections.
  • 2.3. Allowance is made for material shrinkage, distortion and oxidisation.
  • 2.4. Heat is applied and controlled in specified areas of the material to be forged in accordance with standard operating procedures.
  • 2.5. Forgings are handled safely and correctly according to workplace procedures.
  • 2.6. Forgings are checked to ensure conformance to tolerances and specifications.
3. Produce jigs and tools for complex shapes
  • 3.1. Tools and equipment required to taper and bend materials are selected appropriate to task requirements.
  • 3.2. Techniques for producing jigs and tools are applied correctly.
  • 3.3. Jigs and patterns are bent and shaped to specifications.
  • 3.4. Hand held tools are forged to cut pattern, in accordance with specifications.
  • 3.5. Final shaping, heat treatment and sharpening is performed to specifications
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.
Complex hand forging
Shaping, reverse tapering, jump up section for bends
Hand forging techniques
Spreading, surface chasing, hot splitting
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
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to hand forge complex shapes. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with hand forging complex shapes or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAW53 MEM06009 Hand forge complex shapes Unit of competency