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Carry out manual metal arc welding on components

Carry out manual metal arc welding on components

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTW001
State Code
AWZ01
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/04/2016
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/07/2016
Field of Education
030711 - Boilermaking And Welding
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to prepare and weld components using the manual metal arc welding (MMAW) process. It involves preparing for the task, selecting, setting up and operating MMAW equipment, identifying and selecting welding electrodes appropriate to welding requirements, selecting and using suitable personal protective equipment (PPE), performing welding to required standard and specifications, inspecting weld quality, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to weld component
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Welding electrodes, weld size, type and sequence, and quantity of materials are identified
  • 1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.4 Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
  • 1.5 Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently
2. Weld materials using MMAW
  • 2.1 Welding equipment is set up and used according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.2 Distortion prevention measures are identified and adjusted as required
  • 2.3 Test runs are conducted according to workplace instructions and quality requirements
  • 2.4 Materials are welded using MMAW process to required specifications
3. Check welds
  • 3.1 Weld quality and specifications are confirmed by non-destructive inspection
  • 3.2 Weld defects are identified, prepared for re-welding as required, and appropriate personnel are notified
4. Complete work processes
  • 4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and component is presented ready for use
  • 4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored
  • 4.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF575 AURVTW2001 Carry out manual metal arc welding procedures Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCI84 AURVTW101 Carry out manual metal arc welding on components Unit of competency
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