Unit of competency Outline
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Perform precision mechanical measurement
Perform precision mechanical measurement
Unit of competency
National Code
MEM12003
MEM12003
State Code
OAV44
OAV44
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/01/2020
Field of Education
030715 - Precision Metalworking
Original Release Date
24/01/2020
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform precision mechanical measurement. This unit covers comprehensive measuring skills where judgement is required in the selection of the most appropriate techniques/devices and where results are interpreted and/or analysed. Where interpretation of technical drawings is required unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing should also be selected.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band:This unit has dual status and is to be regarded as both a Specialisation Band A unit and Specialisation Band B unit for progression to C7 (AQF level IV).Unit Weight: 2
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, sketches, job sheets or work instructions
2 Perform precision measurement
- 2.1 Select appropriate precision equipment to achieve specified outcome
- 2.2 Check the accuracy of the selected measuring equipment for where appropriate
- 2.3 Use correct and appropriate measuring techniques for the measurement task
- 2.4 Take measurements to the finest graduation of instrument in an accurate manner
- 2.5 Interpret readings and measurements
3 Maintain precision equipment
- 3.1 Set measuring equipment to specifications using manufacturer guidelines or procedures and techniques
- 3.2 Adjust and maintain measuring equipment to required accuracy using appropriate techniques according to manufacturer’s specifications or SOPs
- 3.3 Store equipment to manufacturer’s specifications or SOPs
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W5495 | MEM12003B | Perform precision mechanical measurement | Unit of competency |