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Inspect, diagnose, adjust and repair mechanical watches

Inspect, diagnose, adjust and repair mechanical watches

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM21009
State Code
OAT87
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030715 - Precision Metalworking
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to inspect and evaluate the condition of mechanical watches, diagnose problems, make repairs and adjust mechanical watch movements and sub-assemblies.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit weight: 4
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine servicing requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Identify watch construction, function and characteristics
  • 1.4 Source manufacturer technical guidance information to determine correct tolerances and specifications
  • 1.5 Prepare watch for handover
  • 1.6 Record and document repair process
2 Inspect mechanical watches
  • 2.1 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 2.2 Undertake inspections of watch movements in accordance with manufacturer tolerances and procedures
  • 2.3 Make accurate observations of the condition and function of components and sub-assemblies
  • 2.4 Remove and replace components and sub-assemblies in a sequence designed to accurately assess condition and faults during the process of dismantling and assembling
  • 2.5 Inspect lubrication quantity and condition
3 Diagnose faults in mechanical watches
  • 3.1 Evaluate observations and watch performance characteristics to determine appropriate repair procedure
  • 3.2 Analyse timekeeping performance using appropriate techniques and equipment
  • 3.3 Make alterations in a logical sequence to diagnose faults
4 Repair and adjust mechanical watches
  • 4.1 Select and use appropriate hand tools
  • 4.2 Undertake dismantling and reassembling of watch movements according to industry standard procedures and manufacturer guidelines
  • 4.3 Make precise corrections to sub-assemblies
  • 4.4 Remove, dismantle, replace and reassemble sub-assemblies and components in correct order without damaging or marking
  • 4.5 Select appropriate replacement components
5 Test and adjust watch function and performance
  • 5.1 Verify and confirm function of watch movement and sub-assemblies
  • 5.2 Verify watch performance and rate testing
  • 5.3 Adjust, as required, according to manufacturer specifications
  • 5.4 Repeat testing, as required, to confirm performance
6 Apply industry workshop standards to perform work
  • 6.1 Use hand tools and equipment in a safe and correct manner
  • 6.2 Handle components without damaging or marking
  • 6.3 Establish a clean and safe work environment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5462 MEM21009A Inspect, diagnose, adjust and repair mechanical watches Unit of competency