Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit applies to finishing work using a range of wet and dry organic coatings. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Processing may be carried out in manual, semi or fully automatic plant. Applications may be by hand or utilising a wide range of machines or plant. Work is conducted under supervision. Where straightforward monitoring of semi or automatic machine or process is undertaken, then Unit MEM07024B (Operate and monitor machine/process) should be considered. Band : A Unit Weight : 4 |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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Path 1 |
MEM08002C |
Pre-treat work for subsequent surface coating |
MEM13003B |
Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials |
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 performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Assess and prepare components for required coating process |
1.1. Coating specifications are identified from operation sheets/work procedures. 1.2. Suitability of pre-treated components for finishing process is checked according to enterprise procedures. 1.3. Components are prepared as required for finishing application. 1.4. Components are positioned/located for finishing according to enterprise procedures. |
2. Perform simple mixing and estimating operations |
2.1. Mixing ratios are calculated and a range of wet coatings are mixed and thinned as required to standard operating procedures. 2.2. Required coating quantities are estimated using simple surface area calculations. |
3. Perform coating operation |
3.1. Equipment is set up to specification using standard operating procedures. 3.2. Coating and applied curing technique are monitored to standard operating procedures. 3.3. Coating application, thickness and colour are checked and maintained for compliance with specifications. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Look for evidence that confirms skills in:
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Required knowledge |
Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:
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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, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to finish work using wet, dry and vapour deposition methods. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate. This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with finishing work using wet, dry and vapour deposition methods or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit. |
Method of assessment |
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials. |
Guidance information for assessment |
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included. |
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Coating |
Electrostatic powder coating, electrophoretic coating, industrial spray coating and lacquering, electroless (auto catalytic) nickel or copper plating, phosphating, chromating, galvanising, hot tinning, sputter deposition, vacuum evaporation, ion plating, paints, stains and other liquid finishes |
Prepared |
Visual inspection for contamination, masking out, racking, identification of correct materials to be used, ensuring cleanliness of work area and equipment, operational testing of equipment |
Coating operation |
Spray application, dip coating |
Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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Competency field
Competency field |
Surface finishing |