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Read and interpret technical engineering drawings

Read and interpret technical engineering drawings

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM09229
State Code
OEV44
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
35
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.Technical engineering drawings may use perspective, exploded views or hidden detail techniques and may include symbol glossaries. Drawings are provided as described in AS 1100.101 Technical drawing - General principles, or other relevant Australian and international standards from the full range of technical engineering disciplines.Where any technical engineering drawing, sketch, chart or diagram is only used as a technique for communication, then this unit does not apply and unit MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements or unit MEM16006 Organise and communicate information should be selected as appropriate.This unit should not be selected when MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing has been selected.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Identify job requirements from specifications
2. Read and interpret information on drawing
  • 2.1 Ensure drawing and version conform to job requirements
  • 2.2 Identify components and assemblies or objects
  • 2.3 Interpret dimensions, instructions and material requirements
  • 2.4 Identify symbols used in the drawing
  • 2.5 Prepare a list of required materials and components
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