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Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process

Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM05072
State Code
OEX04
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
030711 - Boilermaking And Welding
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency has been developed for engineering fabrication trade training and the recognition of trade skills in advanced welding using manual metal arc welding. It defines the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare for, and carry out advanced welding using manual metal arc welding (MMAW) where the weld would be required to conform to AS 1554 Structural Purpose (SP) or equivalent national or international standards or codes as defined in the unit in combination with its prerequisites.Where the welding associated with this unit also requires advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging, and shaping, the unit MEM05071 Perform advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping must also be selected. Where the welding associated with this unit also requires the application of welding codes and standards, the unit MEM05062 Apply welding and welding related codes and standards must also be selected. Where the welding associated with this unit also requires the welding to be undertaken according to a formal welding procedure specification unit, the unit MEM05068 Apply welding procedure specifications must also be selected. Where formal weld records associated with the application of this unit are required to be maintained, the unit MEM05065 Maintain weld records must also be selected.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit Weight: 4
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 including relevant standards and codes from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2. Prepare materials for welding
  • 2.1 Prepare materials to achieve required weld requirements
  • 2.2 Assemble and/or align materials to specification in accordance with SOPs
3. Select, assemble and set up welding equipment and consumables
  • 3.1 Identify and select welding equipment and electrodes, accessories and consumables appropriate to material
  • 3.2 Assemble and set up welding according to job requirements and SOPs
4. Weld joints to specifications using MMAW
  • 4.1 Apply appropriate distortion prevention measures
  • 4.2 Ensure weld deposit is to specifications
  • 4.3 Clean joints to specifications
  • 4.4 Rectify any distortion using appropriate techniques
5. Ensure weld conformance
  • 5.1 Inspect weld joints visually for conformance to specifications
  • 5.2 Rectify any weld crack or defect with minimum loss of sound metal using correct techniques and tools
  • 5.3 Complete weld records in accordance with SOPs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAW96 MEM05016 Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process Unit of competency