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Undertake and interpret results of chemical analysis on metal samples

Undertake and interpret results of chemical analysis on metal samples

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM48009
State Code
OEU22
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
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency defines the knowledge and skills required to select the appropriate chemical instrumentation test method and to interpret the test results in the context of a foundry. It also includes the conducting of optical emission spectroscopy (OES) testing, but not the conducting of any other tests.This unit applies to technicians working in or advising foundries who are required to decide what test data is needed and then interpret the test results so they can make adjustments as necessary to the foundry process.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from work information
2. Organise required test(s)
  • 2.1 Identify information and required test data
  • 2.2 Select appropriate test(s) which will yield the required data
  • 2.3 Determine the capacity to undertake required test(s)
  • 2.4 Confirm capacity to undertake test(s) with selected body
  • 2.5 Arrange for testing to be carried out in accordance with SOPs
3. Undertake optical emission spectroscopy
  • 3.1 Prepare sample by test method according to testing requirements
  • 3.2 Prepare instrument in accordance with procedures using required tools and equipment
  • 3.3 Test sample in accordance with test instructions
  • 3.4 Record and check test results and repeat based on test outcomes
4. Interpret test results
  • 4.1 Check test results are within the expected range and take appropriate action for non-conforming results
  • 4.2 Perform any required calculations or test data manipulations
  • 4.3 Determine implications of test results for process and/or product
  • 4.4 Develop actions to be taken based on test results
5. Implement actions
  • 5.1 Communicate required actions to relevant personnel
  • 5.2 Follow through on communication to check implementation
  • 5.3 Check results of actions and follow up based on requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9053 MSATCM404A Undertake and interpret results of chemical analysis on metal samples Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJC8 MEM50522 Diploma of Engineering - Materials Qualification