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Pour molten metal

Pour molten metal

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM04007B
State Code
W5290
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/12/2005
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/06/2009
Field of Education
030713 - Metal Casting And Patternmaking
Original Release Date
18/06/2009
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit covers manually pouring molten metal.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for pouring molten metal
  • 1.1. The condition of the mould is checked according to standard operating procedures.
  • 1.2. The condition of the ladle is checked according to standard operating procedures.
  • 1.3. The temperature of molten metal is checked for conformance to specification, and pouring method is sequenced to standard operating procedures.
  • 1.4. The capacity of the required pour is identified against specification according to standard operating procedures.
2. Preheat or prepare ladle
  • 2.1. The ladle is preheated/prepared to receive molten metal.
3. Transfer ladle to furnace
  • 3.1. Safety clips are checked according to standard operating procedures.
  • 3.2. The ladle is filled and transferred to the pouring area in accordance with standard operating procedures.
  • 3.3. Additives are determined from specification and added to molten metal as required.
4. Maintain quality of metal as required
  • 4.1. Slag/dross is removed where necessary.
  • 4.2. The temperature is monitored as required.
  • 4.3. Chemical analysis is undertaken and remedial action is applied as required to standard operating procedures.
5. Pour molten metal
  • 5.1. Personnel in the immediate area of the metal pour are informed that pour is to take place and appropriate safety clothing and equipment is used as specified in standard operating procedures.
  • 5.2. Metal is poured safely to specification and in accordance with standard operating procedures.
  • 5.3. Metal is poured at an appropriate and continuous rate.
  • 5.4. A test bar is poured in accordance with standard operating procedures as required.
6. Empty excess metal from ladle
  • 6.1. Pigs are poured and tagged.
7. Return ladle
  • 7.1. The ladle is emptied, cleaned and maintained according to standard operating procedures.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Ladle
Lip pour, tea pot, bottom pour, barrel, and bull ladles of varying capacity
Additives
Alloys, inoculants, spheroidisers, coagulants
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to pour molten metal. Competency in this unit cannot be Claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with pouring molten metal or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
M0233 MEM4.7AA Pour molten metal Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAX29 MEM04007 Pour molten metal Unit of competency