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Prepare materials for fabrication using jigs and fixtures

Prepare materials for fabrication using jigs and fixtures

Unit of competency
National Code
AUMGTS001
State Code
WH970
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/01/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/03/2014
Field of Education
030509 - Automotive Body Construction
Original Release Date
11/03/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to prepare materials according to drawing specifications and then use jigs and fixtures to fabricate components.It applies to those in an automotive manufacturing environment and involves the application of skills and knowledge at a production worker level. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare
  • 1.1 Hand tools, equipment and resources are selected and inspected, and faults are repaired or reported
  • 1.2 Appropriate lifting equipment is selected and used according to workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Work information and working drawings are identified and confirmed
2. Select and mark out materials
  • 2.1 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and workplace procedures are identified and followed
  • 2.2 Materials are selected, marked out and prepared according to job specifications
  • 2.3 Defective materials are set aside for scrap or rework
3. Load and unload materials onto jig or fixture
  • 3.1 Material and parts are positioned and secured in jig to prevent movement
  • 3.2 Materials and parts are loaded and unloaded into jig according to WHS requirements and workplace procedures
4. Fabricate parts
  • 4.1 Materials are shaped to fit jig and checked against job specifications
  • 4.2 Materials positioned in jig are bolted or welded according to job specification
  • 4.3 Fabrication process is completed according to workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Fabricated components are removed from jig and checked for compliance, and faulty components are returned for rework
5. Complete work processes
  • 5.1 Work area, jigs, tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and inspected according to workplace procedures
  • 5.2 Faulty equipment is identified, tagged and reported
  • 4.3 Work sheets and production schedule are completed and given to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE170 AUMGTS3001 Prepare materials for fabrication using jigs and fixtures Unit of competency