Unit of competency Outline

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Service calendar and other dial indication mechanisms for watches

Service calendar and other dial indication mechanisms for watches

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM21011
State Code
OAT85
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030715 - Precision Metalworking
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to service and repair watches with different types or combinations of calendar and other dial indications. This work is often performed in conjunction with major servicing on both mechanical and quartz watches. 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 servicing requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Identify watch type, calendar construction and dial indicator components
  • 1.4 Inspect condition and functions of calendar operation and dial indicator mechanisms, including creeping, semi-instantaneous, instantaneous, retrograde and rapid corrector
  • 1.5 Prepare watch for handover
  • 1.6 Record and document repair requirements
2 Dismantle and reassemble calendar and dial indication mechanisms
  • 2.1 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 2.2 Select and use appropriate workshop tools and equipment
  • 2.3 Open and close watch cases
  • 2.4 Dismantle and reassemble calendar and dial indication mechanisms according to design and construction constraints
3 Service and verify calendar and dial indication mechanisms
  • 3.1 Identify calendar and dial indications drive mechanism
  • 3.2 Identify faults and repair or replace worn or damaged component parts
  • 3.3 Clean components using appropriate methods
  • 3.4 Inspect correct fitting and function of all components
  • 3.5 Verify sequencing and alignment of components during reassembly, including dial and hand fitting
  • 3.6 Lubricate components according to manufacturer specifications
  • 3.7 Test calendar and dial indications will not impact on watch performance, amplitude or timekeeping
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5464 MEM21011A Service calendar and other dial indication mechanisms for watches Unit of competency