Unit of competency details
FWPCOT3289 - Load and prove operating program for CNC machine (Release 1)
Summary
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Unit of competency
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Qualifications that include this unit
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Classification history
| ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 030717 | Plant And Machine Operations | 27/Mar/2020 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release
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Comments
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Release 1
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This version released with FWP Forest and Wood Products Training Package Version 5.0.
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Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to load and prove a program for a computer numerical control (CNC) machine. This includes preparing for work, locating the CNC program file, checking the program for currency, loading the program correctly into the machine controller, checking for and dealing with fault/error messages, following proving/editing procedures and saving edited programs.
The unit applies to individuals who load and prove programs for CNC machines in a timber processing and manufacturing facility.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Unit Sector
Common Technical (COT)
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Elements
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Performance Criteria
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Elements describe the essential outcomes.
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Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
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1. Prepare to load and verify program for CNC machinery
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1.1 Review work order and, where required, seek clarification from appropriate personnel
1.2 Review workplace health and safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, equipment lock-out and safe manual handling techniques
1.3 Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with loading and proving CNC programs
1.4 Identify workplace environmental protection procedures for minimising and disposing of waste material, cleaning tools and equipment, and maximising energy efficiency
1.5 Use the correct control program and ensure it is correctly loaded into machine controller
1.6 Call up the program and deal with any error messages or faults according to workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
1.7 Confirm program integrity according to workplace procedures
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2. Load program
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2.1 Carry out program loading and checking activities according to workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
2.2 Store program media away from contaminants or electromagnetic sources according to workplace procedures
2.3 Return operating programs to correct location on completion of machining activities
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3. Prove program for CNC machinery
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3.1 Confirm that machine and program operate safely and correctly by applying appropriate checks and procedures according to machine type and manufacturer instructions
3.2 Adjust machine and program operating parameters to optimise outcomes to be achieved
3.3 Load and correctly set up all associated equipment
3.4 Check that all safety mechanisms are in place and that the machine is set correctly for the required operations
3.5 Respond to problems within scope of responsibility, or report problem to appropriate personnel
3.6 Save and store edited programs according to workplace procedures
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Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
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Skill
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Description
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Reading
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- Extracts key information from workplace and reference documents on loading and proving programs for CNC machines
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Writing
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- Prepares routine written reports that inform others on the outcomes of work activities
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Oral communication
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- Uses speaking and listening skills to share information with other CNC machine operators about loading and proving programs for CNC machines
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Numeracy
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- Takes machine readings to verify machines are operating correctly
- Applies numerical skills to describe tool datums, positions, lengths, offsets and radius compensation
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Navigate the world of work
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- Understands main tasks, responsibilities and boundaries of own role
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Interact with others
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- Uses modes of communication suitable to purpose to confirm and clarify understanding
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Get the work done
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- Recognises and responds to routine problems
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Unit Mapping Information
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Code and title current version
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Code and title previous version
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Comments
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Equivalence status
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FWPCOT3289 Load and prove operating program for CNC machine
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Not applicable
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New unit
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No equivalent unit
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Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0d96fe23-5747-4c01-9d6f-3509ff8d3d47
Assessment requirements
Modification History
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Release
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Comments
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Release 1
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This version released with FWP Forest and Wood Products Training Package Version 5.0.
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Performance Evidence
An individual demonstrating competency must satisfy all of the elements and performance criteria in this unit.
There must be evidence that, on at least one occasion, the individual has loaded and proved the operating program for a computer numerical control (CNC) machine and has:
- followed work order and relevant workplace health and safety and environmental protection procedures
- selected the correct CNC program file for the job
- loaded the operating program
- proved the operating program
- checked that all safety mechanisms are in place and that the machine is set correctly for the required operations.
Knowledge Evidence
An individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge required to perform the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit. This includes knowledge of:
- purpose, features, operating parameters, components and operation CNC machines
- benefits of CNC machines
- type of products produced using CNC machines
- operational program software
- computing coding language used in the CNC programs being used
- function keys and operating system of the machine computer control system being operated
- procedures for accessing computer-controlled programs installed in the machine controller, including:
- posting appropriate program to the machine
- selecting tool specified by the program and for the material to be machined
- selecting appropriate speeds and feeds
- hazards associated with loading and proving programs for CNC machines
- safety precautions to be taken when loading and proving operating programs for CNC machines
- methods for:
- starting and stopping the machine in normal and emergency situations
- handling and storing program files
- loading, executing, editing and exiting operating programs
- setting machine datums for each machine axis being used
- identifying and dealing with error messages and faults on program or computer-controlled machine
- placing the machine into correct operating mode and accessing program edit facility, in order to enter tooling data such as tool datums, positions, lengths, offsets and radius compensation
- using tool posts, magazines and carousels and identifying the tools in relationship to the operating program
- conducting trial runs, using single block run, dry run and feed and speed override controls
- interpreting first and third angle drawings, metric measurements, workpiece reference points and system of tolerancing
- checking before machine is operated in full program run mode
- expressing machine tool and workpiece movements in terms of Cartesian coordinates
- purpose of tool compensation, including tool diameter, wear, nose radius, tool length
- industry standard profiles, lengths, cross-sections and tolerances and applicable terminology.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment of skills must take place under the following conditions:
- skills must be demonstrated in a timber processing or manufacturing facility or an environment that accurately represents workplace conditions
- resources, equipment and materials:
- CNC machine
- CNC operating program
- personal protective equipment (PPE) for loading and proving operating programs for CNC machines
- template documents for recording outcomes of setting up and calibration activities
- manufacturer instructions for loading and proving program for CNC machine
- work order with specific instructions for loading and proving program for CNC machine
- workplace procedures for loading and proving program for CNC machine.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0d96fe23-5747-4c01-9d6f-3509ff8d3d47
