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Construct and assemble marine vessel timber components

Construct and assemble marine vessel timber components

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM25005
State Code
OAT68
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
31/03/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
031703 - Marine Construction
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
72
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to construct and assemble marine timber components, including laminating by cold processes, and applies to marine vessel backbone components.Where hull is to be planked, planking can include carvel, strip, clinker and double diagonal systems.Where permanent timber bending practices are required including boiling/steam bending then see unit MEM25009 Form timber shapes using hot processes.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Band: AUnit Weight: 8
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 job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Construct marine vessel timber components
  • 2.1 Select appropriate tools/equipment to suit job application
  • 2.2 Select template/measurement to suit component construction
  • 2.3 Ensure material is dressed, sized and shaped to suit job requirements and specifications
  • 2.4 Check final form/shape of component against template/measurement specification and modify, as necessary
  • 2.5 Apply component identification and set-up markings
3 Assemble components
  • 3.1 Set up jig support assembly to suit job requirements
  • 3.2 Select materials for fastening, joining and sealing and use according to job specifications and requirements
  • 3.3 Determine assembly and fastening sequence
  • 3.4 Carry out material preservation requirements, as required
  • 3.5 Assemble components to specified line markings and positions
  • 3.6 Ensure assembled component meets specifications
  • 3.7 Clean/prepare component assembly to suit job requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5718 MEM25005B Construct and assemble marine vessel timber components Unit of competency