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Calculate and predict chemical outcomes in metallurgical situations

Calculate and predict chemical outcomes in metallurgical situations

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM48012
State Code
OEX25
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
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency defines the knowledge and skills required to apply appropriate chemical principles and techniques to calculate and predict outcomes in metallurgical situations.It requires application of chemical principles and techniques as a member of a team or as an individual in metallurgical situations.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 Undertake consultations and briefings with managers, employers and customers
  • 1.4 Research information to determine situation requiring metallurgical analysis
2. Select chemical principles and techniques relevant to metallurgy
  • 2.1 Select relevant chemical techniques and principles for metallurgical situation
  • 2.2 Select technologies associated with chemical techniques relevant to the metallurgical situation
3. Apply chemical principles and techniques
  • 3.1 Apply basic chemical principles to obtain required solutions
  • 3.2 Complete accurate chemical calculations with correct use of significant figures
  • 3.3 Apply chemical techniques and associated technologies to obtain required solutions
  • 3.4 Communicate solutions to appropriate personnel and situations and record in accordance with procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9056 MSATCM501A Calculate and predict chemical outcomes in metallurgical situations Unit of competency