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Select and organise mechanical engineering material tests

Select and organise mechanical engineering material tests

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM23063
State Code
OEW89
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
030701 - Mechanical Engineering
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to interpret design information for material and material test requirements, select appropriate tests and use results in the selection of appropriate materials for mechanical and manufacturing engineering-related applications. It applies to mechanical and manufacturing engineering applications in mass production, batch production, jobbing shop and prototyping. Activities are generally performed as a member of a design and development team.Within this unit, mechanical engineering is defined as the conceptual development, research, design, manufacture, implementation, installation, commissioning and maintenance of mechanical products, processes, systems or services for converting energy into power and motion, materials into product and components into machines and systems. Manufacturing engineering is defined as the conceptual development, design, manufacture, construction, implementation, installation, optimisation, commissioning and maintenance of resources and processes employed for the manufacture of product and components, machines and systems.The unit applies to mechanical engineering or related activities and is suitable for people giving technical support to production activities and those pursuing technical qualifications and careers at paraprofessional or technician level.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Distinguish classes of engineering materials, based on properties and materials tests
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.2 Relate material properties to common mechanical and manufacturing engineering methods and processes
  • 1.3 Identify common characteristics, faults or flaws in materials, components and product
  • 1.4 Identify engineering-related test methods for materials and components or product properties
  • 1.5 Identify common industrial test standards and codes, calibration requirements, regulations and authorities relevant to selection of materials and products for mechanical and manufacturing engineering applications
2. Utilise sources of information on engineering materials, materials tests and test equipment
  • 2.1 Review design information for material specifications and required material tests
  • 2.2 Identify and use appropriate sources of information on materials, material tests and test calibration
  • 2.3 Identify and use appropriate sources of information on methods of testing of properties of materials
  • 2.4 Investigate and report on relevant standards and codes
  • 2.5 Identify and use appropriate sources of information on safety data sheets (SDS)
  • 2.6 Establish availability of technical and professional assistance
3. Determine the properties of engineering materials
  • 3.1 Specify required materials tests and determine the quality, safety and suitability for applications
  • 3.2 Ensure traceability of measurement standard
  • 3.3 Obtain test sheets and/or certificates for appropriate materials for applications in accordance with organisational procedures and/or codes and regulations
  • 3.4 Obtain appropriate SDS for applications in accordance with organisational procedures and/or codes and regulations
4. Determine suitable materials
  • 4.1 Select materials for use in mechanical or manufacturing engineering applications based on relevant test information
  • 4.2 Incorporate materials and components into mechanical and manufacturing processes in accordance with design functional requirements
5. Report and record outcomes
  • 5.1 Report and record materials selections against design functional requirements in accordance with organisational procedures, codes and regulations
  • 5.2 Undertake any required environmental impact and sustainability assessment
  • 5.3 Report and record materials tests and test sheets or certificates in accordance with organisational procedures, codes and regulations, including appropriate calibration and traceability
  • 5.4 Report and record appropriate SDS for applications in accordance with organisational procedures, codes and regulations
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE922 MEM23063A Select and test mechanical engineering materials Unit of competency