Modification History
New unit.
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency is part of the Aeroskills Structures Maintenance Certificate IV training pathway. It covers the competencies required to fabricate advanced structural components for aircraft in accordance with specifications and drawings. The unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the ADF and CASA.
Application of the Unit
This unit requires application of hand skills and the use of drawings, specifications and maintenance publications to fabricate advanced structural components involving complex and multiple curves and section shapes from aluminium alloys and steel alloys at various temper.
Applications include components for fixed and rotary wing aircraft.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
MEA101B |
Interpret occupational health and safety practices in aviation maintenance |
MEA103B |
Plan and organise aviation maintenance work activity |
MEA105C |
Apply quality standards applicable to aviation maintenance processes |
MEA107B |
Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specifications |
MEA108B |
Complete aviation maintenance industry documentation |
MEA109B |
Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance |
Employability Skills Information
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
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Interpret specifications and organise materials |
1.1 |
Specifications and drawings are used to determine material requirements |
1.2 |
Equipment use is planned by determining the procedure for fabricating component |
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1.3 |
Material is correctly identified in accordance with specifications |
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1.4 |
All materials and equipment are organised |
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2 |
Prepare material and tooling |
2.1 |
Dimensions to material is translated in accordance with specifications |
2.2 |
Cutting and forming equipment are prepared and adjusted to ensure accuracy of fabrication |
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2.3 |
Material is cut according to specifications ensuring minimisation of wastage and maintenance of surplus material identification |
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2.4 |
Material requiring special treatment is prepared for the appropriate processes |
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2.5 |
Solution treatment of materials is carried out in accordance with approved procedures and specifications |
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3 |
Form material |
3.1 |
Appropriate forming procedure is determined ensuring that specifications are met and the most suitable forming method is selected |
3.2 |
Templates are manufactured, where required, by forming method |
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3.3 |
Press tools are designed and manufactured, where required, by forming method |
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3.4 |
Forming equipment is operated correctly and safely to form material in accordance with drawings and specifications |
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3.5 |
Hand forming is performed accurately, where necessary |
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4 |
Hand correct fabricated components |
4.1 |
Components are checked for irregularities and correction requirements determined |
4.2 |
Irregularities are removed to meet required dimensions and specifications |
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5 |
Inspect components |
5.1 |
Fabricated components are inspected to confirm dimensional accuracy and specifications are met |
5.2 |
Checking fixtures are used, where appropriate, to ensure requirements are met |
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5.3 |
Components requiring special or further treatment are prepared for the appropriate processes |
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5.4 |
Completed components are tagged or identified, as required |
Required Skills and Knowledge
Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:
Look for evidence that confirms skills in:
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Evidence Guide
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 apply hand skills and use drawings, specifications, maintenance publications and applicable machinery to fabricate advanced structural components from a range of aircraft metals while applying all relevant safety precautions. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The underlying skills inherent in this unit should be transferable across a range of aircraft applications. It is essential that procedures take into account all safety precautions and quality requirements. Skill and knowledge application must include flat pattern development and other standard practices associated with forming of material. Evidence of knowledge and skills associated with the broad range of structural fabrication techniques and their application to different materials used in aircraft manufacture will be required to supplement evidence of ability to fabricate components. A person cannot be assessed as competent until it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the workplace assessor that the relevant elements of the unit of competency are being achieved under routine supervision on a representative range of structural fabrication tasks. This shall be established via the records in the Log of Industrial Experience and Achievement or, where appropriate, an equivalent Industry Evidence Guide. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Competency should be assessed in the work environment, or simulated work environment, using tools and equipment specified by aircraft maintenance manuals. It is expected that general purpose tools and test equipment found in most routine situations would be used where appropriate. |
Method of assessment |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Range Statement
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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Components |
Components are to be fabricated:
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Machinery processes |
Machinery processes are to include:
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Procedures and requirements |
Refer to industry standard procedures specified by manufacturers, regulatory authorities or the enterprise |
Unit Sector(s)
Aviation maintenance
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.