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Recommend ferrous and nonferrous metals or alloys for an application

Recommend ferrous and nonferrous metals or alloys for an application

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM48020
State Code
OEX46
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
030713 - Metal Casting And Patternmaking
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency defines the knowledge and skills required to recommend ferrous and nonferrous metal or alloys for an application based upon knowledge of their metallurgical properties.It requires application and knowledge of metallurgical properties as a member of a design and development team or similar in support of the design and development of manufacturing applications where the final product or components are made from pure metal or alloys.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 the design requirements for the material from specifications or in consultation with others
2. Select metal or alloy for the application
  • 2.1 Select the material based upon the requirement and consideration of principal properties and further processing
  • 2.2 Consider economic and technical implications of different metals
  • 2.3 Compare possible alternative materials with or without further processing using formula and engineering calculations
  • 2.4 Recommend most economical solution
  • 2.5 Review final recommendation with relevant personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9064 MSATCM509A Recommend ferrous and non ferrous metals or alloys for an application Unit of competency