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Use computer-controlled machinery

Use computer-controlled machinery

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCJN3002
State Code
OCQ50
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
32
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to program, load and operate computer-controlled machinery for the production of components, meeting all relevant requirements of Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes using computer-controlled machinery for multiple production processes or designed finishes with manufacturing applications in shopfitting, joinery and stair-building work.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare.
  • 1.1 Read and interpret work instructions and plan sequence of work.
  • 1.2 Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, manufacturers’ specifications, workplace requirements, drawings and specifications.
  • 1.3 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults.
  • 1.4 Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) for each part of the task.
  • 1.5 Inspect work site, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
  • 1.6 Select materials required for task, handle safely and prepare and position ready for use.
2 Input data and adjustments into computer numerical control (CNC) machinery.
  • 2.1 Determine programming methods for task requirements and machine specifications.
  • 2.2 Edit computer program to produce straight and circular tool movements, compensating for tool profiles.
3 Transfer program into machine memory and operate machine.
  • 3.1 Determine methods of transferring program into machine memory.
  • 3.2 Load program into machine memory using acceptable method.
  • 3.3 Test program operations through dry-run/simulation mode.
  • 3.4 Produce specified work piece using automatic mode.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clean up, meeting all legislative and workplace requirements for safety, waste disposal and materials handling.
  • 4.2 Check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment and report any faults.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9412 CPCCJN3002A Use computer-controlled machinery Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGD6 CPC31920 Certificate III in Joinery Qualification