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Prepare plans for pipe and duct fabrication

Prepare plans for pipe and duct fabrication

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM09217
State Code
OEU49
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
039999 - Engineering And Related Technologies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to prepare drawings and plans for pipe and duct fabrication and installation to Australian Standard (AS) 1100.101 Technical drawing - General principles and is primarily for those performing drafting work within the air conditioning industry.Critical dimensions and specifications are predetermined and drawings are prepared with or without the use of computer-aided design (CAD) systems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Access and interpret specifications
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.2 Interpret project specifications and requirements for pipework, including layout, sizing and type of pipe and duct required
  • 1.3 Determine implications and requirements for pipe fabrication and support
  • 1.4 Access and interpret organisational and industry standards, information and catalogues to obtain required product specifications
2. Document pipe fabrication
  • 2.1 Determine appropriate methods of joining and cutting pipe materials being used
  • 2.2 Determine appropriate methods for supporting pipework materials being used
  • 2.3 Document pipe fabrication requirements on plans
  • 2.4 Document pipe support requirements on plans
  • 2.5 Include instructions for electrolysis of dissimilar materials on plans
3. Document duct fabrication
  • 3.1 Determine appropriate methods of joining and cutting duct materials being used
  • 3.2 Determine appropriate methods for supporting duct work materials being used
  • 3.3 Document duct fabrication requirements on plans
  • 3.4 Document duct support requirements on plans
  • 3.5 Include instructions for electrolysis of dissimilar materials on plans
4. Complete and store drawings
  • 4.1 Complete drawings and associated technical information in accordance with project requirements and SOPs
  • 4.2 Process drawings and associated documentation for approval in accordance with organisational requirements
  • 4.3 Store drawings and associated documentation in accordance with SOPs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE072 MEM09217A Prepare plans for pipe and duct fabrication Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIW7 MEM50222 Diploma of Engineering - Technical Qualification
BIW9 MEM40422 Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting Qualification