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Make pattern/plug for composites moulds

Make pattern/plug for composites moulds

Unit of competency
National Code
PMBPROD355
State Code
BAI38
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to plan and make a plug/pattern from which composite moulds can be made.This unit of competency applies to experienced operators who are required to convert the specification or design into a plan for the tooling and mould, construct the plug/pattern, make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity and solve problems within area of responsibility.This unit of competency applies to an experienced operator demonstrating theoretical and technical knowledge and well developed skills in situations that require some discretion and judgement. The experienced operator may work alone or as a member of a team or group and will work in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan own work requirements
  • 1.1 Identify equipment and processes to be used for production process and upstream and downstream operations from production plan or request
  • 1.2 Identify and check materials required, including additives and regrind, and their amounts or percentages
  • 1.3 Implement measures to control identified hazards in line with procedures and duty of care
  • 1.4 Identify requirements for materials, quality, and production and equipment checks
2 Plan and set up plug/pattern construction to procedures
  • 2.1 Produce a plan for the plug/pattern according to requirements
  • 2.2 Plan all steps of the plug/pattern construction
  • 2.3 Identify check points for measurements and tests
  • 2.4 Identify and locate a work area, tools, materials and equipment for construction
  • 2.5 Complete pre-start checks
3 Construct the plug/pattern to procedures
  • 3.1 Start plug/pattern construction process, noting key variables
  • 3.2 Take samples as required and identify product out-of-specification
  • 3.3 Monitor plug/pattern conformity to requirements
  • 3.4 Make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity as required
  • 3.5 Complete construction process
  • 3.6 Treat, prepare and repair the surface of the plug/pattern as necessary
  • 3.7 Adjust process to minimise scrap and trim
  • 3.8 Clean and adjust equipment as required
4 Respond to problems
  • 4.1 Recognise a problem or a potential problem
  • 4.2 Determine problems needing priority action
  • 4.3 Refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person, with possible causes
  • 4.4 Seek information and assistance as required to solve problems
  • 4.5 Solve problems within area of responsibility
  • 4.6 Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7655 PMBPROD355B Make pattern/plug for composites moulds Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODB17 PMBPROD355E Make pattern or plug for composites moulds Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BCT3 PMB30116 Certificate III in Polymer Processing Qualification
BCU0 PMB40116 Certificate IV in Polymer Technology Qualification