Release 

Comment 

Release 1 

New unit of competency.

Elements 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria 

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Identify frame requirements and prepare to design and build bicycle frame

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Customer requirements  are discussed and confirmed

1.3 Physical attributes of rider and his or her riding style are assessed using sizing cycle, observation and measurements 

1.4 Bicycle frame design principles and design are researched and component specifications checked

1.5 Work plan and build instructions are prepared to use materials and time efficiently and minimise waste

2. Design bicycle frame

2.1 Frame is designed to meet customer measurements and requirements, using a bicycle computer-aided design (CAD) program or other means

2.2 Frame tubing requirements are specified in terms of diameter and wall thickness to meet durability and user requirements

2.3 Required parts and materials and their availability are determined

2.4 Frame costs are documented and customer approval is obtained

2.5 Order is placed with suppliers for frame materials, parts and components

3. Prepare for frame building

3.1 Frame building methods  and sequence, and access to required tools and equipment, are planned

3.2 Parts are laid out and checked for damaged or missing components

3.3 Fabrication tooling and jig set-up are selected and checked for serviceability

3.4 Welding, brazing or bonding equipment and materials are set up

4. Build bicycle frame

4.1 Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability

4.2 Frame building activities are carried out according to design drawing, work plan, and safety and environmental requirements 

4.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

4.4 Design drawing angles, measurements and frame alignment are checked throughout the building process and adjustments are made as required

5. Paint and finish frame

5.1 Frame is prepared for painting and finishing

5.2 Paint or finish is prepared and applied according to job and customer requirements and workplace instructions

5.3 Safety and environmental requirements, including the use of PPE and adequate ventilation during frame painting, are followed

5.4 Visible paint defects are removed or repainted according to workplace procedures and quality requirements

6. Complete work processes

6.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and bicycle is presented ready for use

6.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored

6.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures

6.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Skills 

Description 

Learning skills to:

• research information to maintain and update knowledge of bicycle frame designs.

Writing skills to:

• legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation, including design specifications.

Oral communication skills to:

• ask questions to clarify instructions and requirements, including with customers and suppliers.

Numeracy skills to:

• identify and take customer measurements
• identify and interpret codes and serial numbers relating to component specifications
• use and interpret sizing cycle electronic measurement equipment
• use basic mathematical operations to calculate:

• specifications from drawing measurements
• costs of repair.

Self-management skills to:

• select and use appropriate equipment, frame materials, CAD drawings and processes to design and build bicycle frames.

Problem solving skills to:

• apply research information to job requirements.

Technology skills to:

• use bicycle CAD drawing and computer system
• use specialist tools and equipment in line with workplace procedures.

Customer requirements  must include:

• intended use of bicycle
• preferred design
• required construction methods and finish
• two of the following frame materials:

• steel
• titanium
• composite
• aluminium.

Frame building methods  must include:

• bicycle CAD drawings
• tube cutting, mitreing and preparation
• welding
• brazing
• bonding
• using frame jig
• controlling distortion and misalignment
• painting and surface finishing.

Safety and environmental requirements  must include:

• work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for:

• manually handling bicycle frames
• identifying workplace hazards
• using PPE

• environmental requirements, including procedures for disposing of waste materials.

Release 

Comment 

Release 1 

New unit of competency.