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Manage fluid power-related technologies in an organisation

Manage fluid power-related technologies in an organisation

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM234032
State Code
OEV61
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to provide a technical leadership role in the installation, maintenance and productivity, quality enhancement of fluid power-related technologies in an organisation.It includes awareness of current options and trends in fluid power design, interpreting manufacturer specifications, production requirements and determining implications of relevant regulations and internal or external client brief. It also includes liaison with designers and ensuring that team members are aware of technical and performance requirements.This unit applies to technicians who provide high-level technical leadership in an organisation in relation to fluid power control systems, hydraulic systems, including hydrostatic transmissions, proportional and servo valve control, and programmable logic controller (PLC) control.The unit covers the fluid power technologies in equipment including robotics, fluid power drives, mobile equipment using fluid power including earthmoving equipment, compressors, pumps, and compressed air distribution systems across all forms of manufacturing and engineering.The unit complements the more general technical leadership and management skills found in unit MEM234001 Plan and manage engineering-related projects or operations. Informal technical or engineering advice situations are covered by the unit MEM234030 Provide specialised technical and engineering guidance to other technical employees.This unit does not reflect all technical skills and knowledge required for fluid power- related tasks. The required technical skills will depend on the task and will normally be covered through the combined skills and knowledge of the team. However, the unit presumes engineering skill and knowledge to at least Advanced Diploma level.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify scope of fluid power related systems installation, commissioning or modification task
  • 1.1 Review machine and equipment drawings, manufacturer manuals and other technical data for fluid power systems specifications
  • 1.2 Determine performance and production requirements expected from fluid power equipment
  • 1.3 Determine if any commissioning or modification of fluid power systems is required
  • 1.4 Determine relevant regulatory requirements
  • 1.5 Inspect site and equipment to confirm or determine suitability, availability of other services and control requirements
  • 1.6 Produce or review fluid power management schedule, including any required installation, commissioning, modification or maintenance requirements
2. Brief team on fluid power work requirements
  • 2.1 Distribute and discuss drawings, schedules, and major materials and equipment with team
  • 2.2 Arrange for request for further information (RFIs) with designers, where required
  • 2.3 Brief team on key compliance and risk factors, including regulatory, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental sustainability requirements
  • 2.4 Agree with team on critical control points and reporting requirements
3. Commence installation, commissioning, modification or maintenance tasks
  • 3.1 Supervise machine and equipment shutdowns required for task
  • 3.2 Confirm availability of equipment components and materials for scheduled fluid power tasks
  • 3.3 Check and determine that supply of services to work is adequate for task commencement
  • 3.4 Ensure all tradespersons have correct drawings
4. Monitor progress and deal with contingencies
  • 4.1 Establish procedures to ensure assembly and connections meet drawing specifications
  • 4.2 Ensure electrical, fluid power and control systems and circuits are consistent with specifications and regulations
  • 4.3 Identify problems and contingencies and establish and rectify root cause
5. Finalise fluid power installation, commissioning, modification or maintenance tasks
  • 5.1 Conduct final check to ensure completed work is consistent with drawings, manufacturer manuals and any regulatory requirements
  • 5.2 Conduct test run of equipment and system
  • 5.3 Identify and correct any malfunctions or errors in required output
6. Conduct handover and finalise documentation
  • 6.1 Brief client and operators on machine or equipment operation after completion of work
  • 6.2 Prepare and submit any required reports on installation, commissioning or modification in accordance with organisational procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S8127 MEM234032A Manage fluid power related technologies in an enterprise Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BOY9 MEM80125 Graduate Diploma of Engineering Qualification
BIW3 MEM80122 Graduate Diploma of Engineering Qualification