Assessment Requirements for MSL905003 Create or modify automated calibration procedures

Release: 1

Assessment Requirements for MSL905003 Create or modify automated calibration procedures

Modification History

Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSL905003A Create or modify automated calibration procedures

Performance Evidence

Evidence of competence in this unit must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include demonstration of:

creating, editing, testing and documenting at least one (1) computer controlled calibration procedure

following all relevant safety procedures

assessing the suitability of software controlled calibration procedures

researching current, alternative calibration methods and equipment

developing or modifying calibration procedures to automate processes

writing efficient calibration procedures using an unambiguous, logical sequence of instructions that meet statutory and regulatory requirements

writing or editing efficient software programs for at least three (3) calibration applications and assessing their integrity under test

applying specialised technical knowledge to critically analyse and resolve complex problems associated with measurement non-conformances where solutions are not obvious or readily available

explaining automated calibration procedures to clients and clarifying their requirements

conducting reliable calibration/testing trials to ensure a high degree of reproducibility

liaising with peers and technical staff from other laboratories to clarify and validate automated procedures

estimating measurement uncertainty and applying statistical techniques for analysing test and/or calibration data

critically examining each calibration step to ensure repeatability and validity of data

preparing all test documentation accurately, concisely and in accordance with requirements

recognising and reporting opportunities for improvements.

Knowledge Evidence

Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge of:

requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories (e.g. AS ISO/IEC 17025) as they affect job role and responsibilities

limits of authority and procedures for creating or modifying automated calibration procedures

structure and terminology used in standard calibration methods, procedures, requests and instructions

current automated calibration methods, procedures and technology applications used in laboratory

computer operation/automation using graphical user interfaces

equipment specifications and limitations and the implications of equipment substitution

equipment and testing method troubleshooting procedures

the hierarchy of reference materials

handling, transport, storage and operation of reference and working standards

calculation procedures to give results in appropriate accuracy, precision and units

methods for statistical analysis (means, ranges and standard deviations) and estimation of uncertainty of measurement (may include the use of software)

workplace procedures and legislative requirements for documenting calibration procedures

workplace and/or legal traceability requirements

work health and safety (WHS) and laboratory environmental control requirements.

Additional knowledge requirements relevant to the workplace context that apply for different calibration fields must be assessed, including testing and calibration conducted in the following fields:

acoustic and vibration measurement

chemical testing

construction materials testing

electrical testing

heat and temperature measurement

mechanical testing

metrology

non-destructive testing

optics and radiometry

pressure testing.

Assessment Conditions

Judgement of competence must be based on holistic assessment of the evidence. Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time, rather than a single assessment event.

This unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment. A simulated workplace environment must reflect realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including the environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept in each case).

This unit of competency may be assessed with:

MSL925001 Analyse data and report results

MSL925002 Analyse measurements and estimate uncertainties.

Holistic assessment methods include:

review of documented automated procedures modified or developed by the candidate and associated validation data

feedback from supervisors and/or customers regarding quality of automated procedures developed or modified by the candidate

observation of the candidate trialling automated procedures as part of their development

oral or written questioning to check required knowledge of automated procedures, calibration software and programming techniques used in the laboratory.

Access is required to instruments, equipment, materials, workplace documentation, procedures and specifications associated with this unit, including, but not limited to:

specialised calibration/test equipment, reference standards and materials and laboratory facilities

access to a library of calibration methods, procedures and equipment specifications

laboratory calibration software and programs and manufacturer's proprietary software

workplace quality manual and procedures.

Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.

The assessor must demonstrate both technical competence and currency.

Technical competence can be demonstrated through:

relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment AND/OR

relevant workplace experience.

Currency can be demonstrated through:

performing the competency being assessed as part of current employment OR

having consulted with a laboratory about performing the competency being assessed within the last twelve months.

Links

MSA Training Package Implementation Guides - http://mskills.org.au/training-packages/info/