Unit of competency Outline
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Select and apply avionic engineering methods, processes and construction techniques
Select and apply avionic engineering methods, processes and construction techniques
Unit of competency
National Code
MEM23074A
MEM23074A
State Code
D7549
D7549
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/06/2011
Field of Education
031503 - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Original Release Date
30/06/2011
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit of competency covers selecting appropriate methods, processes and construction techniques within avionic engineering.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Research and categorise methods, processes and construction techniques for avionic applications
- 1.1 Research and categorise methods, processes and construction techniques for avionic engineering applications using appropriate information sources
- 1.2 Identify methods, processes and construction techniques to suit continuous production, mass, batch or jobbing shop production, prototype applications
- 1.3 Identify applications suitable for sequential or work cell manufacture or assembly
- 1.4 Identify manufacturing requirements of total quality management (TQM), just in time (JIT) and competitive (lean manufacturing) environments
2 Evaluate and select appropriate methods, processes and construction techniques for particular avionic engineering applications
- 2.1 Consider or apply appropriate scientific principles to enable methods, processes and construction techniques choices
- 2.2 Provide for appropriate materials properties knowledge in methods, processes and construction techniques choices
- 2.3 Implement appropriate materials handling procedures, including compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) environmental, legislative and regulatory requirements
- 2.4 Use appropriate calculations and assumptions to enable methods, processes and construction techniques choices
- 2.5 Apply appropriate waste and pollution treatment and recycling techniques and policies to applications
- 2.6 Consider suitability of application to continuous production, mass, batch or jobbing shop production, prototyping sequential or work cell manufacture or assembly in choice of methods, processes and construction techniques
- 2.7 Research and evaluate manufacturing requirements of TQM, JIT, group technology and competitive (lean manufacturing) environments for a range of applications
- 2.8 Evaluate and select measurement and test methods for particular product or process outputs
3 Specify and implement methods, processes and construction techniques for avionic engineering applications
- 3.1 Select, specify and implement applicable methods, processes and construction techniques for particular avionic applications
4 Apply basic workshop knowledge and skills relevant to avionic engineering applications
- 4.1 Identify the range and applications of basic workshop skills
- 4.2 Demonstrate relevant basic workshop skills
- 4.3 Apply appropriate basic workshop skills to particular engineering applications
Methods, processes and construction techniques
Methods, processes and construction techniques include:
casting, moulding and forming
metal hot and cold working
fabricating, machining and hand working
assembly, materials handling/moving/storing
waste and pollution treatment and recycling
Avionic engineering
Avionic engineering refers to:
the engineering discipline concerned with the conceptual development, research, design, manufacture, implementation, installation, commissioning and maintenance of aerospace electrical, instrument, radio and electronic systems and components and related test equipment for civil and military applications
Information sources
Information sources includes:
reference texts
manufacturer catalogues and industrial magazines
websites,
use of phone, email and fax information gathering
TQM
TQM refers to:
a customer driven amalgamation of quality assurance, quality control and quality improvement
Tools of TQM include:
flow charts
Pareto
Ishikawa (cause and effect)
process capability analysis
sampling and control charting
run charts
correlation analysis
JIT
JIT is a system of ordering, manufacturing and supply of raw material, component parts and product at the point in time required by the process system or service. The objective is to minimise buffer stocks and inventory and the associated costs of buffer stocks and inventory
Competitive (lean) manufacturing principles and techniques
Competitive (lean) manufacturing principles and techniques refer to:
an integrated approach to manufacturing aimed at competing for market share by maximising efficiency and minimising cost by comparison with alternative manufacturers
Techniques used include:
sequential and cellular manufacture and assembly with multi-skilling of work teams, workplace improvement (including Kaizen, a gradual and continual improvement to products, processes, systems and services.), TQM( including use of TQM tools), JIT, quick changeover, process and productivity improvement, cost reduction, supply and demand chain management, quality optimisation, design for reliability, optimum maintenance, and computer-managed maintenance
Avionic applications
Avionic applications may include:
wiring, including assembly into looms and termination techniques,
thermocouple harnesses
data cables, including fibre optic
communication system antenna cables and pulse system transmission lines
HF radio antennas
instrument panels
printed circuit boards (single and multi-layer)
avionic component covers and mounts
materials handling/moving/storing
waste and pollution treatment and recycling
Methods, processes and construction techniques include:
casting, moulding and forming
metal hot and cold working
fabricating, machining and hand working
assembly, materials handling/moving/storing
waste and pollution treatment and recycling
Avionic engineering
Avionic engineering refers to:
the engineering discipline concerned with the conceptual development, research, design, manufacture, implementation, installation, commissioning and maintenance of aerospace electrical, instrument, radio and electronic systems and components and related test equipment for civil and military applications
Information sources
Information sources includes:
reference texts
manufacturer catalogues and industrial magazines
websites,
use of phone, email and fax information gathering
TQM
TQM refers to:
a customer driven amalgamation of quality assurance, quality control and quality improvement
Tools of TQM include:
flow charts
Pareto
Ishikawa (cause and effect)
process capability analysis
sampling and control charting
run charts
correlation analysis
JIT
JIT is a system of ordering, manufacturing and supply of raw material, component parts and product at the point in time required by the process system or service. The objective is to minimise buffer stocks and inventory and the associated costs of buffer stocks and inventory
Competitive (lean) manufacturing principles and techniques
Competitive (lean) manufacturing principles and techniques refer to:
an integrated approach to manufacturing aimed at competing for market share by maximising efficiency and minimising cost by comparison with alternative manufacturers
Techniques used include:
sequential and cellular manufacture and assembly with multi-skilling of work teams, workplace improvement (including Kaizen, a gradual and continual improvement to products, processes, systems and services.), TQM( including use of TQM tools), JIT, quick changeover, process and productivity improvement, cost reduction, supply and demand chain management, quality optimisation, design for reliability, optimum maintenance, and computer-managed maintenance
Avionic applications
Avionic applications may include:
wiring, including assembly into looms and termination techniques,
thermocouple harnesses
data cables, including fibre optic
communication system antenna cables and pulse system transmission lines
HF radio antennas
instrument panels
printed circuit boards (single and multi-layer)
avionic component covers and mounts
materials handling/moving/storing
waste and pollution treatment and recycling
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to select and apply avionic engineering methods, processes and construction techniques. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Method of assessment
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with selecting and applying avionic engineering methods, processes and construction techniques or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to select and apply avionic engineering methods, processes and construction techniques. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Method of assessment
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with selecting and applying avionic engineering methods, processes and construction techniques or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUF68 | MEA714 | Integrate avionic fundamentals into an engineering task | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J368 | MEM60112 | Advanced Diploma of Engineering | Qualification |
| J367 | MEM50212 | Diploma of Engineering - Technical | Qualification |