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Test vehicle welds ultrasonically

Test vehicle welds ultrasonically

Unit of competency
National Code
AUMATW001
State Code
WH926
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/01/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/03/2014
Original Release Date
10/01/2014
Nominal Hours
55
Field of Education
030711 - Boilermaking And Welding
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect, analyse and assess welds on vehicle bodies or components using ultrasonic testing equipment.It applies to those in an automotive and related component manufacturing environment and involves the application of skills and knowledge at a specialist level.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare
  • 1.1 Work instructions, relevant inspection reports, and quality requirements are identified and confirmed with appropriate personnel and applied
  • 1.2 Tools and equipment to carry out tasks are selected and checked for serviceability, and faults are rectified or reported
  • 1.3 Weld test plan is prepared listing proposed weld methods and techniques
  • 1.4 Ultrasonic test equipment is selected and work area is prepared for use
2. Analyse and test welds
  • 2.1 Specified welds from various parts of the vehicle body and components are identified and selected
  • 2.2 Welds are visually inspected and analysed, and findings are recorded
  • 2.3 Welds are tested with ultrasonic equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Weld breaking points are established and tested with ultrasonic equipment
  • 2.5 Testing sequence is repeated on multiple weld samples
  • 2.6 Test results are recorded and reported according to workplace procedures
3. Complete work processes
  • 3.1 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored, and work area is cleaned, according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Faulty tools and equipment are identified, tagged and reported to supervisor
  • 3.3 Scrap materials are disposed of or recycled according to workplace procedures and cost-reduction initiatives
  • 3.4 Work sheets and results of ultrasonic weld tests are recorded according to workplace procedures
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