Modification History
New unit
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to set up and maintain computerised embroidery machines to ensure efficient operation.
Application of the Unit
The unit covers the skills and knowledge to conduct maintenance work on embroidery machines and address production problems. It targets the operator or assigned personnel who address machine common performance problems that do not require specialised sewing machine mechanic skills.
Work involves some discretion, initiative and judgement on the job in own work, including liaison with operators, if required.
Work may be conducted in a variety of environments, such as operational workplace activities, or home-based activities.
Embroidery machines used in completion of this unit may include domestic (single or multi-needle) or commercial (single or multi-head) machines.
This unit requires the application of skills associated with planning, organising and problem solving to assess machine operation performance and identify and address problems. Communication skills are used to refer to specifications and complete required documentation. Self-management skills are used to ensure safe use of technology and conformance of own work to quality standards. Ability to work with technology is also a requirement.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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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
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Determine machine maintenance requirements |
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Type of machine is identified and maintenance schedule examined |
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Componentry of equipment is inspected and assessed for wear and maintenance requirement |
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Machine is operated to assess performance |
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Assess impact of materials and equipment |
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Impact of fabric |
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2.2 |
Impact of needles |
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Possible faults in software application or digitised file are identified and adjusted |
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Conduct basic maintenance |
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Performance problems are identified and root cause determined |
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3.2 |
Timing is assessed and adjusted according to manufacturer specifications |
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Positioning and timing of cutters is assessed and adjusted, as required |
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Other operational problems are assessed and addressed |
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Electronic or major operational problems are identified and referred to suitable personnel |
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Work is conducted according to occupational health and safety (OHS) practices and waste disposed of according to environmental guidelines |
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Maintenance work is documented according to workplace procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
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This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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Required skills include: |
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Required knowledge includes: |
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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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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
It is essential that competence be demonstrated in the identification and rectification of basic performance problems and maintenance requirements for computerised embroidery machines. The candidate must be able to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices. The resource requirements for this unit include access to:
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Method of assessment |
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units. Assessment methods may include:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. |
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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Fabric types |
Fabric types must include:
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Threads types |
Threads types may include:
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Stabilisers, toppings and backings |
Stabilisers, toppings and backings may include:
Colours may include:
Weights may vary |
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Needle types |
Needle types may include:
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Hoop types |
Hoop types may include:
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Software |
Software may include:
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Performance problems |
Performance problems must include:
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Root cause |
Root cause refers to the identification of the origin of the fault or problem and may include:
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OHS practices |
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
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Workplace procedures |
Workplace procedures may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Digitising and computerised embroidery
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.
