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Program CNC wire cut machines

Program CNC wire cut machines

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM07022
State Code
OAW33
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
31/03/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030707 - Metal Fitting, Turning And MacHining
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to write and trial a program for computer numerically controlled (CNC) wire cut machines. Technical difficulties are resolved in consultation with appropriate technical advisers. 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.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: BUnit 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, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Write CNC wire cut program
  • 2.1 Interpret engineering drawings to define optimum tool path geometry
  • 2.2 Program tool path using advanced operations, canned cycles and sub-routines or other appropriate sub-routines within system
  • 2.3 Write program in standard code format, and confirm and edit, as necessary
  • 2.4 Store program in accordance with SOPs
  • 2.5 Produce operation sheets to specification in accordance with SOPs which includes appropriate Australian Standards, where required
3 Trial CNC wire cut program
  • 3.1 Download program and select machining parameters
  • 3.2 Prepare machine, load and align work piece, establish datum and reference points
  • 3.3 Operate machine in appropriate mode to test and prove program and work piece positioning
  • 3.4 Check finished components for conformance with specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5367 MEM07022C Program CNC wire cut machines Unit of competency