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Design fluid power systems

Design fluid power systems

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM234007
State Code
OEX47
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
030701 - Mechanical Engineering
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to design fluid power systems, including pneumatic multi-actuator control systems, hydraulic systems, including hydrostatic transmissions, proportional and servo valve control, and programmable logic controllers (PLC). It includes work health and safety (WHS), regulatory requirements, automation safety and systematic design processes and design considerations including those related to dynamic loads and optimised control system response and stability.It is suitable for fluid power system and automation designers and maintenance personnel across all forms of manufacturing and engineering, and for those pursuing engineering or related qualifications and careers.Individuals completing this work either already have or are developing skills and experience in fluid power systems and hydrodynamics, mathematics, computer techniques, basic electrical and controllers.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret design brief for fluid power systems
  • 1.1 Confirm the design brief and operational requirements with the client
  • 1.2 Establish technical, commercial and environmental parameters of the brief or contract
  • 1.3 Determine stakeholders to be consulted in design process
  • 1.4 Consider regulatory, sustainability or environmental issues relevant to the briefs
  • 1.5 Provide preliminary advice to client on the feasibility for realising the fluid power system design
2. Prepare concept proposal
  • 2.1 Analyse and establish worksite requirements for fluid power system realisation in conjunction with the client
  • 2.2 Undertake initial design investigations for fluid power system capacity and responsiveness
  • 2.3 Carry out required modelling, simulation and calculations, using appropriate software and test equipment to determine fluid power system, function, behaviour and safety
  • 2.4 Generate possible solutions that respond to the design brief
  • 2.5 Check feasibility and validate solutions against design criteria ensuring conformity to WHS requirements and relevant standards
  • 2.6 Determine social and sustainability implications of solutions
  • 2.7 Review concept proposals with client to identify preferred solution
3. Design fluid power system
  • 3.1 Develop selected fluid power design to meet specifications, including dimensioning, sizing and positioning of system components
  • 3.2 Evaluate sequence and mode control methods for multi-actuator circuit, stand alone and network designs for implementation
  • 3.3 Determine options for design of compressed air supply for a multi-application facility, if applicable
  • 3.4 Ensure that design solution is optimised with respect to the system specifications
  • 3.5 Develop fluid power design documentation, including drawings, circuit diagrams, specifications, operating instructions and any appropriate manuals and training materials
  • 3.6 Check that the final design meets all required specifications and operational capabilities
  • 3.7 Consult with client and stakeholders to obtain sign-off on design
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S8102 MEM234007A Design fluid power systems Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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