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Lay up composites using pressure closed moulding techniques

Lay up composites using pressure closed moulding techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM26003
State Code
OAT55
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
24/01/2020
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
24/01/2020
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to fabricate composites using a resin transfer moulding (RTM - resin under pressure) or other pressure closed mould techniques.This unit is one of three units covering the basic composite fabrication techniques, the other two being unit MEM26001 Lay up composites using open moulding techniques and unit MEM26002 Lay up composites using vacuum closed moulding techniques, which together are intended to ensure the composite tradesperson can undertake a basic fabrication using these methods. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit Weight: 6
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine product requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify product requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions and customer requests
  • 1.5 Select pressure closed mould technique most appropriate to product requirements
  • 1.6 Identify or develop required procedures to make product using selected process
2 Set up mould equipment and prepare materials
  • 2.1 Select required items of equipment and ancillary equipment
  • 2.2 Prepare and assemble all equipment and ancillary equipment as required by procedures
  • 2.3 Pack mould according to procedures/laminate schedule
  • 2.4 Identify required reinforcing/reinforcing system and determine quantity of reinforcing
  • 2.5 Prepare reinforcing, including cutting to size/shape and carry out any pre-treatment, as required
  • 2.6 Identify required resin system
  • 2.7 Determine quantity of resin components and confirm adequate quantities are available
  • 2.8 Mix resin with minimised waste and test resin
3 Fabricate and adjust equipment and materials, as required
  • 3.1 Identify and control hazards
  • 3.2 Apply gel coat and introduce resin to mould
  • 3.3 Ensure air is vented, as required
  • 3.4 Ensure required resin distribution
  • 3.5 Cure product and remove product from mould when ready
  • 3.6 Identify typical problems and take appropriate remedial action
  • 3.7 Perform final verification to meet product requirements
4 Clean up and maintain tools and equipment
  • 4.1 Clean all moulding and mixing equipment
  • 4.2 Undertake minor maintenance, as appropriate
  • 4.3 Prepare for next use or storage
  • 4.4 Inspect equipment and take appropriate action
  • 4.5 Store equipment
  • 4.6 Minimise waste and dispose of waste, as appropriate
  • 4.7 Complete required logs and reports according to SOPs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC758 MEM26003A Lay up composites using pressure closed moulding techniques Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEK4 MEM31119 Certificate III in Engineering - Composites Trade Qualification