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Evaluate computer integrated manufacturing systems

Evaluate computer integrated manufacturing systems

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM23122
State Code
OEU61
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
030703 - Industrial Engineering
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to evaluate computer integrated manufacturing (CIM) systems used in manufacturing. It includes consideration of hardware, controllers, networks and data handling for business planning and control, manufacturing operations, automation safety, work health and safety (WHS) and risk management compliance, software and system integration.CIM refers to mechatronic and manufacturing technologies integrated across an enterprise by the communication of data to control plant and operations, plan production, marketing, maintenance and feedback to the business planning process.It is suitable for people working as manufacturing technicians or paraprofessionals and draftspersons, and for those pursuing manufacturing, engineering or related technical qualifications and careers.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine scope of CIM application
  • 1.1 Identify stakeholders to be consulted on the evaluation
  • 1.2 Confirm that appropriate support, including technical and professional assistance, is available
  • 1.3 Identify WHS and regulatory requirements, codes of practice, standards and risk assessment requirements for CIM systems and automation safety
  • 1.4 Identify appropriate analysis techniques, software techniques and graphics required for evaluation
  • 1.5 Identify stakeholders to be consulted on evaluation tasks
  • 1.6 Investigate sustainability implications of CIM systems
2. Evaluate CIM components and systems
  • 2.1 Evaluate parameters and requirements of manufacturing operations
  • 2.2 Evaluate machines, processes and data flow for machine and process control in CIM systems
  • 2.3 Evaluate system control, signal generation and conditioning, controller functions and actuator power interfacing
  • 2.4 Evaluate data collection, sharing and control software and programming for hardware integration
  • 2.5 Evaluate data and communications protocols, standards and network topologies for the application
  • 2.6 Evaluate system integration of hardware, controllers, human-machine interfaces (HMIs) and graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and network
  • 2.7 Evaluate system analysis and simulation software and validation techniques
  • 2.8 Evaluate automation safety and compliance with WHS, regulatory requirements, standards and risk management implementation
3. Report results
  • 3.1 Record results and process of system evaluation
  • 3.2 Provide documentation including layouts, programs, flow charts and files
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE937 MEM23122A Evaluate computer integrated manufacturing systems Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BOY9 MEM80125 Graduate Diploma of Engineering Qualification
BIW5 MEM60122 Advanced Diploma of Engineering Qualification