Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the application of the required skills and knowledge to conduct die coating. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit applies to the automotive and related component manufacturing environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a specialist level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains Employability Skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan and prepare |
1.1. Activities are carried out according to OHS and organisation requirements 1.2. Work instructions, including relevant inspection reports and forms and quality requirements are obtained, confirmed with appropriate personnel and applied 1.3. Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement 1.4. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use |
2. Disassemble and inspect die |
2.1. Die is safely located to the coating area 2.2. Die coating insulation material is inspected for wear and removed as appropriate 2.3. Die is inspected and analysed for defects 2.4. Defects found are assessed for remedial solution 2.5. Minor rectification is applied, dependent on the defect and in accordance with engineering specifications 2.6. Die is tested to ensure rework has eliminated the fault and any final adjustments made 2.7. Documentation is completed outlining nature of the problem, work conducted and outcome, in accordance with organisation requirements |
3. Coat and assemble die |
3.1. Die coating insulation material is selected and prepared for the die 3.2. Die is cleaned in preparation for coating 3.3. Heating processes are completed in accordance with organisation requirements and available heating equipment 3.4. Die coating insulation material is applied to the die 3.5. Die is assembled and checked in preparation for pressing 3.6. Die is returned to production sequence |
4. Clean up |
4.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with organisation requirements and cost reduction initiatives 4.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with organisation requirements |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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OHS requirements may include: |
Legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures and may include: the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organisation and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering the use of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling procedures including lifting and carrying. |
Organisation requirements may include: |
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Appropriate personnel may include: |
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Cost reduction initiatives may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Automotive Manufacturing |
Competency field
Competency field |
Passenger Motor Vehicle |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
Nil |