Unit of competency Outline
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Apply fundamental colour matching techniques
Apply fundamental colour matching techniques
Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTP2004
AURVTP2004
State Code
WF523
WF523
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/07/2013
Field of Education
030507 - Automotive Vehicle Refinishing
Original Release Date
17/07/2013
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to colour match paints using a colour mix test card.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
- 1.1. Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including method and material type.
- 1.2. Job specifications are read and interpreted.
- 1.3. Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work.
- 1.4. Materials are selected and inspected for quality.
- 1.5. Hand, power tooling and safety equipment are identified and checked for operation.
- 1.6. Procedures are determined to minimise waste material.
- 1.7. Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job.
2. Mix paint colours
- 2.1. Mixing is performed using the appropriate method and/or system.
- 2.2. Paint is mixed without causing damage to component or system.
- 2.3. Mixing activities are carried out according to industry regulations/guidelines, WHS requirements, legislation and enterprise procedures/policies.
3. Prepare colour test card and perform visual matching test
- 3.1. Test card is prepared in the prescribed manner, to enable a visual comparison between matched and original paints.
- 3.2. Visual matching tests are performed and findings noted.
- 3.3. Matched and original paint comparisons are made and, if necessary, paint is remixed for further matching, prior to application.
- 3.4. Activities are carried out according to industry regulations/ guidelines, WHS requirements, legislation and enterprise procedures/policies.
4. Clean up work area and maintain equipment
- 4.1. Material that can be reused is collected and stored.
- 4.2. Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedure.
- 4.3. Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition in accordance with workplace procedures.
- 4.4. Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures.
- 4.5. Operator maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier specifications and worksite procedures.
- 4.6. Tooling is maintained in accordance with workplace 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.
Methods
Methods are to include:
spray gun techniques
various spraying techniques
drying procedures
paint mixing methods
paint straining methods
paint thinning methods
WHS
WHS requirements are to be in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and enterprise safety policies and procedures. This may include:
protective clothing and equipment
use of tooling and equipment
workplace environment and safety
handling of material
use of fire fighting equipment
enterprise first aid
hazard control and hazardous material and substances
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation/regulation/codes of practice and workplace policies and practices
Safe operating procedures
Safe operating procedures are to include, but are not limited to:
operational risk assessment and treatments associated with vehicular movement, toxic substances, electrical safety, machinery movement and operation, manual and mechanical lifting and shifting, working in proximity to others and worksite visitors
Emergency procedures
Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include, but are not limited to:
emergency shutdown and stopping of equipment
extinguishing fires
enterprise first aid requirements
worksite evacuation
Environmental requirements
Environmental requirements are to include, but are not limited to:
waste management, noise, dust and clean-up management
Quality requirements
Quality requirements are to include, but are not limited to:
regulations, including Australian standards
internal company quality policies and standards
enterprise operations and procedures
Statutory/regulatory authorities
Statutory/regulatory authorities may include:
federal, state/territory and local authorities administering Acts, regulations and codes of practice
Tooling and equipment
Tooling and equipment may include:
tinting machines
microfiche
scales
air-operated agitators
hand paddles
mixing banks
spray gun stem strainers
funnel strainers
mesh strainers
vacuum paint strainers,
viscosity measuring equipment
high-volume low-pressure spray guns
gravity feed spray guns
suction feed spray guns
pressure regulators
air compressors
spray booths
baking ovens
heating and lighting systems
polishing and cleaning equipment
safety equipment
metal/cardboard test cards
Materials
Materials may include:
acrylic lacquers
metallic acrylic lacquers
paint thinners
paint reducers
cleaning materials
Communications
Communications are to include, but are not limited to:
verbal and visual instructions and fault reporting and may include worksite specific instructions, written instructions, plans or instructions related to job/task, telephones and pagers
Information/documents
Sources of information/documents may include:
verbal or written and graphical instructions, signage, work schedules/plans/specifications, work bulletins, memos, material safety data sheets (MSDS), diagrams or sketches
safe work procedures related to the application of colour matching techniques
regulatory/legislative requirements pertaining to automotive painting and finishing
engineer's design specifications and instructions
organisation work specifications and requirements
instructions issued by authorised enterprise or external persons
Australian standards
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.
Methods
Methods are to include:
spray gun techniques
various spraying techniques
drying procedures
paint mixing methods
paint straining methods
paint thinning methods
WHS
WHS requirements are to be in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and enterprise safety policies and procedures. This may include:
protective clothing and equipment
use of tooling and equipment
workplace environment and safety
handling of material
use of fire fighting equipment
enterprise first aid
hazard control and hazardous material and substances
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation/regulation/codes of practice and workplace policies and practices
Safe operating procedures
Safe operating procedures are to include, but are not limited to:
operational risk assessment and treatments associated with vehicular movement, toxic substances, electrical safety, machinery movement and operation, manual and mechanical lifting and shifting, working in proximity to others and worksite visitors
Emergency procedures
Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include, but are not limited to:
emergency shutdown and stopping of equipment
extinguishing fires
enterprise first aid requirements
worksite evacuation
Environmental requirements
Environmental requirements are to include, but are not limited to:
waste management, noise, dust and clean-up management
Quality requirements
Quality requirements are to include, but are not limited to:
regulations, including Australian standards
internal company quality policies and standards
enterprise operations and procedures
Statutory/regulatory authorities
Statutory/regulatory authorities may include:
federal, state/territory and local authorities administering Acts, regulations and codes of practice
Tooling and equipment
Tooling and equipment may include:
tinting machines
microfiche
scales
air-operated agitators
hand paddles
mixing banks
spray gun stem strainers
funnel strainers
mesh strainers
vacuum paint strainers,
viscosity measuring equipment
high-volume low-pressure spray guns
gravity feed spray guns
suction feed spray guns
pressure regulators
air compressors
spray booths
baking ovens
heating and lighting systems
polishing and cleaning equipment
safety equipment
metal/cardboard test cards
Materials
Materials may include:
acrylic lacquers
metallic acrylic lacquers
paint thinners
paint reducers
cleaning materials
Communications
Communications are to include, but are not limited to:
verbal and visual instructions and fault reporting and may include worksite specific instructions, written instructions, plans or instructions related to job/task, telephones and pagers
Information/documents
Sources of information/documents may include:
verbal or written and graphical instructions, signage, work schedules/plans/specifications, work bulletins, memos, material safety data sheets (MSDS), diagrams or sketches
safe work procedures related to the application of colour matching techniques
regulatory/legislative requirements pertaining to automotive painting and finishing
engineer's design specifications and instructions
organisation work specifications and requirements
instructions issued by authorised enterprise or external persons
Australian standards
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
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential that competence is fully observed and there is ability to transfer competence to changing circumstances and to respond to unusual situations in the critical aspects of:
observing safety procedures and requirements
communicating effectively with others involved in or affected by the work
selecting methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances
completing preparatory activity in a systematic manner
applying environmental procedures
applying paint mixing procedures
applying fundamental colour matching techniques.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Application of competence is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated worksite.
Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with regulatory requirements, including Australian standards.
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
material relevant to the application of colour matching techniques
equipment, hand and power tooling appropriate to the application of colour matching techniques
activities covering mandatory task requirements
specifications and work instructions.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Automotive Industry Retail, Service and Repair Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge.
Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on underpinning knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of key competencies.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge.
Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on underpinning knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of key competencies.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.
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
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential that competence is fully observed and there is ability to transfer competence to changing circumstances and to respond to unusual situations in the critical aspects of:
observing safety procedures and requirements
communicating effectively with others involved in or affected by the work
selecting methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances
completing preparatory activity in a systematic manner
applying environmental procedures
applying paint mixing procedures
applying fundamental colour matching techniques.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Application of competence is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated worksite.
Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with regulatory requirements, including Australian standards.
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
material relevant to the application of colour matching techniques
equipment, hand and power tooling appropriate to the application of colour matching techniques
activities covering mandatory task requirements
specifications and work instructions.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Automotive Industry Retail, Service and Repair Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge.
Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on underpinning knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of key competencies.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge.
Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on underpinning knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of key competencies.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W5165 | AURV229803AA | Apply fundamental colour matching techniques | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWZ52 | AURVTP004 | Apply basic colour matching techniques using vehicle paint codes | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J412 | AUR32412 | Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology | Qualification |