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Examine appropriateness of methoding for mould design

Examine appropriateness of methoding for mould design

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM04022
State Code
OAX16
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
030713 - Metal Casting And Patternmaking
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to examine the methoding (gating, running and feeding of castings) for mould designs using basic metallurgical techniques and skills. This work is under the overall direction of a metallurgist.It applies to a foundry tradesperson who has to examine the appropriateness of own or others methoding for a mould design using basic metallurgical skills and techniques supported by normal empirical trade skills. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: BUnit Weight: 4
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 Evaluate proposed mould design for methoding requirements
  • 2.1 Identify risk management strategies to minimise defect formation
  • 2.2 Identify desired solidification process and take into account casting design, metal composition, mould design and specifications
  • 2.3 Identify running, gating and feeding principles and techniques appropriate for the particular casting
  • 2.4 Identify methods to minimise shrinkage, porosity, segregation, hot tearing and shear
  • 2.5 Examine suitability of methoding, including gating and the number, placement and sizing of feeders/risers
  • 2.6 Enter data where required to facilitate the generation of a computer simulation of methoding and casting process for later comparison to actual casting
3 Report results
  • 3.1 Compare casting results with computer simulated predictions
  • 3.2 Determine reporting requirements
  • 3.3 Prepare reports and circulate for feedback and file in accordance with SOPs
  • 3.4 Communicate suggestions for improvements directly to other team members where appropriate
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA637 MEM04022A Examine appropriateness of methoding for mould design Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEJ8 MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering Qualification
BEK0 MEM50119 Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade Qualification