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Carry out thermoplastic welding on vehicle trim components

Carry out thermoplastic welding on vehicle trim components

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTW006
State Code
AWY93
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/04/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/07/2016
Field of Education
030711 - Boilermaking And Welding
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to carry out thermoplastic welding on vehicle trim components. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using thermoplastic welding equipment, setting equipment temperature, selecting and using suitable personal protective equipment (PPE), completing thermoplastic welds to vehicle manufacturer and customer specifications, finishing weld to pre-paint condition, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to weld
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Welding information is accessed and interpreted
  • 1.3 Materials for thermoplastic welding are selected and inspected for quality
  • 1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.5 Thermoplastic welding tools and equipment and PPE are selected and checked for serviceability
  • 1.6 Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently
2. Carry out thermoplastic welding activities
  • 2.1 Work area and fume extraction system are prepared ready for thermoplastic welding
  • 2.2 Thermoplastic welding equipment is set up and adjusted for specific job requirement following vehicle manufacturer specification
  • 2.3 Reinforcement methods are applied to ensure pre-damage strength
  • 2.4 Thermoplastic welding equipment is used according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.5 Thermoplastic weld is finished to pre-paint condition and completed without causing damage to vehicle or components
  • 2.6 Completed thermoplastic weld is inspected for quality and faults are identified and rectified as required and according to workplace procedures
3. Complete work processes
  • 3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and component is presented ready for use
  • 3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored
  • 3.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF582 AURVTW3006 Carry out thermoplastic welding procedures Unit of competency