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Develop a new die or tool

Develop a new die or tool

Unit of competency
National Code
PMBTECH602E
State Code
ODB33
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/02/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/05/2021
Field of Education
030705 - Toolmaking
Original Release Date
19/05/2021
Nominal Hours
200
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to develop a new die or tool to meet a specified end use.This unit applies to an advanced technologist, technical expert, or those in similar roles, in a lead role, typically as part of a product design, development and implementation team. The technologist is not required to demonstrate ‘hands-on’ operation of equipment as part of this competency.The unit principally refers to the development of a new die or tool for a specified end use using the developer’s application of their significant depth and breadth of knowledge of theoretical polymers, product and processesNo licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm die requirements
  • 1.1 Communicate with customer and other key stakeholders to agree on product technical specification, product aesthetic requirements, timelines, cost, usage and other requirements
  • 1.2 Identify tool design or product design or process issues that may be in conflict and resolve according to workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Develop design brief, including relevant drawings, to meet needs
  • 1.4 Obtain approval of total design brief from all relevant persons and according to workplace authorisation procedures
2. Develop concept design specification of new die
  • 2.1 Select materials of construction or range of materials and grades for evaluation
  • 2.2 Select finish for die or tool that meets design brief requirements
  • 2.3 Design die or tool using mathematical techniques to meet specifications
  • 2.4 Validate die design specifications against die requirements and design brief
3. Liaise with toolmaker on die manufacture
  • 3.1 Discuss design brief and concept design with toolmaker using supporting information including tool assembly drawings
  • 3.2 Verify understanding of die or tool requirements and ability to meet requirements
  • 3.3 Negotiate contract to make die according to company policy and procedures
  • 3.4 Communicate with toolmaker throughout project
4. Trial new die and assess results
  • 4.1 Design trialling procedure that delivers required information and is compliant with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Ensure work health and safety requirements are stringently observed during the production process
  • 4.3 Coordinate trial of new die/tool
  • 4.4 Guide die trial process and interpret trial results to assess if desired outcomes are achieved
  • 4.5 Modify and refine process to optimise use of new die or tool
5. Bring new die into standard production
  • 5.1 Monitor initial production and adjust die, process and conditions as required ensure efficient and successful production processes
  • 5.2 Ensure process specifications reflect optimised operation developed
  • 5.3 Ensure workplace procedures are correct for new product
  • 5.4 Ensure equipment and other hardware records are updated to reflect additions or changes
  • 5.5 Ensure project records are complete and all required reports have been completed and submitted
  • 5.6 Archive records according to workplace procedure
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAH88 PMBTECH602 Develop a new die or tool Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJC8 MEM50522 Diploma of Engineering - Materials Qualification
BGO9 PMB50121 Diploma of Polymer Technology Qualification