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Develop and test TCF products or processes

Develop and test TCF products or processes

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTGN5009
State Code
BAV69
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to develop and test a textiles, clothing and footwear (TCF) product or process to achieve required specifications.The unit of competency applies to the development of a new product or production process or the significant modification of an established product or process to meet design and quality specifications. Routine or non-routine testing procedures must be implemented to test that the development achieves specifications. This unit of competency may involve the development and testing of a prototype or sample product or the design of a manufacturing process or production equipment.This unit of competency is applicable to all sectors of the TCF industry.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.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 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Interpret development specifications
  • 2.1 Interpret development need and parameters
  • 2.2 Obtain and interpret design and quality specifications appropriate to the TCF product or process from data sheets, production schedules process specifications or the client
  • 2.3 Interpret specifications applying to TCF materials or TCF production processes
  • 2.4 Interpret, use and apply TCF industry terminology relating to raw materials and processing
  • 2.5 Use information resources to clarify specifications, as required
3 Develop TCF product or process design
  • 3.1 Conduct research to identify development options and examine relevance for specific TCF application
  • 3.2 Develop preliminary design to explore options with key personnel
  • 3.3 Apply feedback to reassess ideas and produce detailed design concept according to required specifications
  • 3.4 Clarify details of design concept
4 Test product or process design concept
  • 4.1 Determine appropriate processes to test the design concept in a TCF context, including testing of materials, processes and specifications
  • 4.2 Undertake and document calculations to determine test time, volume and temperatures
  • 4.3 Develop test procedures and specifications
  • 4.4 Select and prepare test equipment, tools and materials and work area according to test specifications
  • 4.5 Undertake test according to test procedures and WHS practices
5 Interpret and document test results and confirm design
  • 5.1 Document, check and validate test results in accordance with test specifications
  • 5.2 Discuss test results with key personnel, examine new information and assess implications for identified product or process
  • 5.3 Use information from development and testing of TCF product or process to modify and improve design specifications
  • 5.4 Use test results to adjust manufacturing process or identify suitable TCF materials
  • 5.5 Document improved design and specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7344 LMTGN5011A Develop and test textile, clothing and footwear products or processes Unit of competency