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Produce composites using moulding compounds

Produce composites using moulding compounds

Unit of competency
National Code
PMBPROD397
State Code
BAI12
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate and adjust equipment and processes which use moulding compounds to produce composite product. Moulding compounds may be sheet moulding compound (SMC), bulk moulding compound (BMC), low pressure moulding compound (LPMC) or similar materials.This unit of competency applies to experienced operators who are required to start up and shut down the equipment, monitor equipment operation, maintain continuity of process, make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity and solve problems within area of responsibility.This unit of competency applies to an experienced operator demonstrating theoretical and technical knowledge and well developed skills in situations that require some discretion and judgement. The operator may work alone or as a member of a team or group and will work in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan own work requirements
  • 1.1 Identify equipment and processes used for production process and upstream and downstream operations from production plan or request
  • 1.2 Identify materials required, including additives
  • 1.3 Recognise hazards and follow appropriate hazard control/minimisation methods
  • 1.4 Identify and check emergency stops, guards and controls
  • 1.5 Identify requirements for materials, quality, production and equipment checks
  • 1.6 Identify materials, waste management and housekeeping needs
2 Check composites forming process set-up
  • 2.1 Determine equipment requirements
  • 2.2 Adjust control panel to required setting
  • 2.3 Check equipment, raw material and die/tool all match job requirements
  • 2.4 Check materials, moulding compounds, release agents, and so on, are correct
  • 2.5 Discard, or make adjustments to the process for, non-conforming materials
  • 2.6 Set up date, batch and materials markings to specifications, as required
  • 2.7 Complete other pre-start checks in accordance with procedures
3 Operate and make adjustments as required to the process
  • 3.1 Operate composites forming equipment, noting key variables
  • 3.2 Monitor controls/displays/terminals for production/process data
  • 3.3 Monitor product/process quality, thickness and integrity to procedures
  • 3.4 Make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity to standard as required
  • 3.5 Maintain continuity of process
  • 3.6 Collect and reprocess/discard scrap/trim and other materials in accordance with procedures
  • 3.7 Clean, adjust and lubricate equipment as required
  • 3.8 Pause equipment, or stop equipment in an emergency, following procedures
4 Shut down machine to procedures
  • 4.1 Determine type of shutdown
  • 4.2 Select appropriate cleaning method
  • 4.3 Clean efficiently and adequately as required
  • 4.4 Leave machine in appropriate condition and with appropriate locks, tags or notices
  • 4.5 Complete relevant documentation
  • 4.6 Ensure area is clean and clear after the shut down, in readiness for the next start-up
5 Anticipate and solve problems
  • 5.1 Recognise a problem or a potential problem
  • 5.2 Determine problems needing priority action
  • 5.3 Refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person, with possible causes
  • 5.4 Seek information and assistance as required to solve problems
  • 5.5 Solve problems within area of responsibility
  • 5.6 Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7682 PMBPROD397B Produce composites using moulding compounds Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BCT3 PMB30116 Certificate III in Polymer Processing Qualification
BCU0 PMB40116 Certificate IV in Polymer Technology Qualification