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Perform engineering activities

Perform engineering activities

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM22001
State Code
OEW76
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
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform engineering activities at the paraprofessional level and covers the performance of technical aspects of engineering work where outcomes and performance measures are negotiated with appropriate personnel, technical experts and specialists in accordance with established engineering principles and practices. It applies to technical activities carried out within a range of engineering disciplines.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and implement engineering practices
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Identify engineering practices applicable to engineering activities
  • 1.4 Research and evaluate factors, conditions and contexts integral to effective engineering practice
  • 1.5 Research and evaluate the application of management practices and regulatory and legal systems to engineering practice
  • 1.6 Incorporate elements of engineering practices into engineering activities
2. Negotiate, document and monitor outcomes and performance measures
  • 2.1 Consult with technical experts and specialists relevant to work requirements
  • 2.2 Evaluate and rank engineering options for activity
  • 2.3 Negotiate and document performance measures for processes and outcomes with stakeholders
3. Implement activities
  • 3.1 Negotiate and document work instructions with taskforce
  • 3.2 Analyse hazards and risks associated with activity
  • 3.3 Monitor and respond to progress in co-operation and consultation with stakeholders and taskforce
  • 3.4 Conclude engineering activities in accordance with workplace and legislative requirements
4. Evaluate career options and develop career development strategy
  • 4.1 Develop career options based on current engineering activities
  • 4.2 Develop a curriculum vitae (CV) portfolio of current engineering activities that is also a framework for future engineering activities
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5671 MEM22001A Perform engineering activities Unit of competency