Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 7:08 AM AWST
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Electroplate engineering coatings
Electroplate engineering coatings
Unit of competency
National Code
MEM08018
MEM08018
State Code
OAV99
OAV99
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to apply engineering metallic/ceramic coatings to ferrous and non-ferrous metals and some non-metallic materials, e.g. plastics.It applies to producing engineering coatings designed to promote wear resistance, protect against corrosion, and reclaim worn components. It also applies to manufacturing components (electroforming).Where pre-treatment operations only are required unit MEM08002 Pre-treat work for subsequent surface coating should be selected.Where straightforward operation of electroplating process is required unit MEM08003 Perform electroplating operations should be selected.Where surface preparation operations are required unit MEM08011 Prepare surfaces using solvents and/or mechanical means and unit MEM08012 Prepare surfaces by abrasive blasting (basic), should also be selected as appropriate.Where the interpretation of technical drawings is required unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing should also be selected.Where the selection and use of engineering measurement is required unit MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements should also be selected.Where basic inspection of completed or partly completed products produced by others is required unit MEM15004 Perform inspection should also be selected.Where the selection and use of power tools/hand held operations is required unit MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations should also be selected.Where construction of anodes, shields/robbers is required appropriate fabrication units should also be selected.Where dogging/lifting is required appropriate materials handling units to suit regulatory requirements should also be selected.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Band: AUnit Weight: 6
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, job sheets or work instructions
2 Select treatments and processes/ equipment for producing engineering finishes
- 2.1 Select appropriate treatment processes according to base metal type, the surface condition and relevant job specifications
- 2.2 Select operating/process parameters to achieve required coating
- 2.3 Select appropriate equipment, as required
3 Prepare work for engineering finishes
- 3.1 Mask (stop off) products for selective plating
- 3.2 Construct conforming anodes and fit, where applicable
- 3.3 Construct and fit shields and robbers, where applicable
- 3.4 Carry out pre-treatment processes, where necessary
4 Monitor and control operating conditions and processes for engineering coatings
- 4.1 Set operating/process parameters to produce required surface conditions/specifications
- 4.2 Monitor and confirm surface conditions of finished components and identify abnormalities
- 4.3 Take corrective actions to rectify non-conforming conditions
5 Maintain solutions for engineering finishes
- 5.1 Check solution compositions and confirm to specification/operating range
- 5.2 Determine adjustment requirements/additions
- 5.3 Make additions to adjust solution composition to correct operating range as necessary
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W5397 | MEM08018B | Electroplate engineering coatings | Unit of competency |
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|---|---|---|---|
| BEJ8 | MEM40119 | Certificate IV in Engineering | Qualification |
| BEK0 | MEM50119 | Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade | Qualification |
| BOZ0 | MEM31925 | Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade | Qualification |
| BIX1 | MEM31922 | Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade | Qualification |
| BEK8 | MEM30319 | Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade | Qualification |
| BEK2 | MEM30119 | Certificate III in Engineering - Production Systems | Qualification |
| BEL0 | MEM20219 | Certificate II in Engineering - Production Technology | Qualification |
| AE939 | MEASS00616 | MTA056 Electroplate aeronautical product component parts | Skill set |