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Join alloy structures

Join alloy structures

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTDET010
State Code
AWA22
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/06/2016
Field of Education
060705 - Dental Technology
Original Release Date
22/06/2016
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to join dental alloys using thermal processes.This unit applies to work in dental technology.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand Standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Solder components
  • 1.1 Identify and position component materials accurately to comply with the design and in a manner that enables the optimum join to be made
  • 1.2 Select appropriate solder and flux according to the component materials
  • 1.3 Select appropriate heating methods
  • 1.4 Apply and control solder
  • 1.5 Evaluate each finished join
  • 1.6 Clean, trim, shape and finish components to produce a smooth surface free of sharp edges and irregularities
2. Weld components
  • 2.1 Identify and position component materials accurately to comply with the design, and in a manner that enables the optimum join to be made
  • 2.2 Select appropriate welding techniques and equipment
  • 2.3 Weld components
  • 2.4 Evaluate each finished weld
  • 2.5 Clean, trim, shape and finish components to produce a smooth surface free of sharp edges and irregularities
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8189 HLTDT511C Join alloy structures Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZA1 HLT55115 Diploma of Dental Technology Qualification
BDQ5 HLT55118 Diploma of Dental Technology Qualification