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Produce patterns and templates

Produce patterns and templates

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFDM4015
State Code
ODZ55
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/06/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/11/2022
Field of Education
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
15/11/2022
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan process and plot dimensions to develop patterns and/or templates for production processes using both hand tools and computer-assisted production.This unit applies to individuals working in design and manufacturing roles who produce patterns and templates, either alone or as part of an internal or external team.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for and dimension the task
  • 1.1 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements
  • 1.2 Correctly interpret customer orders to establish required sizes of finished products
  • 1.3 Check size requirements in relation to production process and finishing capacity of workplace
2. Plan process
  • 2.1 Identify material for pattern or template for approximate size and characteristics
  • 2.2 Identify, locate and assemble required instruments and equipment
  • 2.3 Correctly interpret drawings and related specifications
  • 2.4 Check procedures for using pattern development instruments and tools and prepare equipment for use
3. Plot dimensions
  • 3.1 Use equipment and tools in accordance with procedures
  • 3.2 Measure, explode and plot each dimension maintaining appropriate angles, arcs and curves
  • 3.3 Use visual inspection and measurements to compare pattern dimensions and shapes with drawings and specifications
4. Complete pattern or template
  • 4.1 Complete pattern or template ensuring that pattern indicates completion date and original drawing details
  • 4.2 Obtain required approvals of pattern or template
  • 4.3 Mark plans with notations for workplace requirements, including authorship, process or customer requirements, authorisation and any review dates
  • 4.4 Copy and file plans in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI278 MSFDN4003 Produce patterns and templates Unit of competency