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Apply metallurgical principles

Apply metallurgical principles

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM24012
State Code
OEW55
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
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to apply basic metallurgical principles to the selection of appropriate non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques and interpretation of the results of NDT tests for metallurgical processes.It applies to knowledge of metallurgical principles, and the relationship between the various non-destructive testing methods and their capabilities and limitations when applied to the detection of specific discontinuities in metals and alloys.The unit applies to employees who select and order NDT tests and who interpret results provided by tests for metal manufacturing, casting, shaping, and joining processes. It does not involve conduct of NDT tests.Where materials and chemicals which are subject to codes and regulations are stored and used - for example, chemicals, explosives, solvents, dangerous materials, acids, or noxious waste products - safe work habits must be considered.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 Identify job requirements from specifications
2. Interpret and apply the principles of solidification and crystal structures and equilibrium diagrams in metals and alloys
  • 2.1 Interpret principles of solidification and crystal structures in metals and alloys and apply in relation to NDT techniques
  • 2.2 Source and interpret equilibrium diagrams for metals and alloys
3. Interpret and apply the principles for fusion welding of metals and alloys
  • 3.1 Apply principles and methods for fusion welding of metals and alloys to NDT test selection
  • 3.2 Identify defects in weldments and classify from NDT test results
4. Interpret and apply the principles of the formation of castings
  • 4.1 Apply principles and methods used to produce metal castings to NDT test selection
  • 4.2 Identify defects in metal and alloy castings and classify from NDT test results
5. Interpret and apply the principles of steel forging
  • 5.1 Apply principles and methods used to produce steel forgings to NDT test selection
  • 5.2 Identify defects in steel forgings and classify from NDT test results
6. Interpret and apply the principles of mechanical testing
  • 6.1 Apply principles of mechanical testing to NDT test selection
  • 6.2 Identify defects in metal product and classify from NDT test results
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA639 MEM24012C Apply metallurgy principles Unit of competency