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Unit of competency details

MEM05050B - Perform routine gas metal arc welding (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Is superseded by and equivalent to MEM05050 - Perform routine gas metal arc weldingSupersedes and is equivalent to MEM05050B Perform routine gas metal arc welding 25/Jun/2019

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
1 1 (this release) 01/Dec/2005

Training packages that include this unit

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MEA11 - Aeroskills Training PackageAeroskills Training Package 1.0-2.0 
ACM10 - Animal Care and ManagementAnimal Care and Management 1.0-3.0 
FPI11 - Forest and Forest Products Training PackageForest and Forest Products Training Package 1.0-2.3 
LMF02 - Furnishing Training PackageFurnishing Training Package 6.0-8.1 
MSM - Manufacturing Training PackageManufacturing Training Package 1.0-7.2 
MSA07 - Manufacturing Training PackageManufacturing Training Package 6.0-8.4 
MEA - Aeroskills Training PackageAeroskills Training Package 1.1-4.0 
CPC08 - Construction, Plumbing and Services Training PackageConstruction, Plumbing and Services Training Package 6.0-9.9 
MEM05 - Metal and Engineering Training PackageMetal and Engineering Training Package 3.0-11.1 
UEP - Electricity Supply Industry - Generation Sector Training PackageElectricity Supply Industry - Generation Sector Training Package 1.0-1.1 
UEP12 - Electricity Supply Industry - Generation Sector Training PackageElectricity Supply Industry - Generation Sector Training Package 1.0-2.1 
AUR05 - Automotive Industry Retail, Service and Repair Training PackageAutomotive Industry Retail, Service and Repair Training Package 3.0-4.0 
MEM - Manufacturing and EngineeringManufacturing and Engineering 1.0-1.2 
CPC - Construction, Plumbing and Services Training PackageConstruction, Plumbing and Services Training Package 2.0-4.0 
FWP - Forest and Wood Products Training PackageForest and Wood Products Training Package 2.0-4.0 
AHC - Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training PackageAgriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package 1.0-3.0 
CUV11 - Visual Arts, Crafts and Design Training PackageVisual Arts, Crafts and Design Training Package 1.0 
CUA - Creative Arts and Culture Training PackageCreative Arts and Culture Training Package 1.0-4.1 
FPI05 - Forest and Forest Products Training PackageForest and Forest Products Training Package 3.0 
MST - Textiles, Clothing and FootwearTextiles, Clothing and Footwear 1.0-1.1 
AHC10 - Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land ManagementAgriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management 4.0-8.0 
CUE03 - Entertainment Training PackageEntertainment Training Package 3.1-3.2 
LMT07 - Textiles, Clothing and Footwear Training PackageTextiles, Clothing and Footwear Training Package 3.1-4.1 
ACM - Animal Care and Management Training PackageAnimal Care and Management Training Package 1.0 

Qualifications that include this unit

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CUA30413 - Certificate III in Live Production and ServicesCertificate III in Live Production and ServicesSuperseded
AHC30116 - Certificate III in AgricultureCertificate III in AgricultureSuperseded1-4 
AUR20408 - Certificate II in Automotive Electrical TechnologyCertificate II in Automotive Electrical TechnologySuperseded1-2 
AUR21011 - Certificate II in MotorsportCertificate II in MotorsportSuperseded1-2 
AUR30911 - Certificate III in MotorsportCertificate III in MotorsportSuperseded1-2 
AUR20811 - Certificate II in Outdoor Power EquipmentCertificate II in Outdoor Power EquipmentSuperseded1-2 
CUA30415 - Certificate III in Live Production and ServicesCertificate III in Live Production and ServicesSuperseded1-4 
CPC32713 - Certificate III in Gas FittingCertificate III in Gas FittingSuperseded1-3 
CPC32413 - Certificate III in PlumbingCertificate III in PlumbingSuperseded1-2 
AUR20611 - Certificate II in MarineCertificate II in MarineSuperseded1-2 
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Skill sets that include this unit

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MEASS00094 - Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - aluminium alloysAircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - aluminium alloysDeleted
MEASS00371 - MTA024 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - nickel alloysMTA024 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - nickel alloysSuperseded1-2 
MEASS00100 - Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - titanium alloysAircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - titanium alloysDeleted
MEASS00096 - Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - copper based alloysAircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - copper based alloysDeleted
MEASS00370 - MTA023 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - corrosion and heat resisting steelMTA023 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - corrosion and heat resisting steelSuperseded1-2 
MEASS00372 - MTA025 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - copper based alloysMTA025 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - copper based alloysSuperseded1-2 
MEASS00369 - MTA022 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - carbon and low alloy steelsMTA022 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - carbon and low alloy steelsSuperseded1-2 
MEASS00373 - MTA026 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - titanium alloysMTA026 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - titanium alloysSuperseded1-2 
MEASS00368 - MTA021 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - magnesium alloysMTA021 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - magnesium alloysSuperseded1-2 
MEASS00098 - Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - magnesium alloysAircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - magnesium alloysDeleted
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Accredited courses that have this unit in the completion mapping

Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 030711 Boilermaking And Welding  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 030711 Boilermaking And Welding  31/Aug/2006 
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Modification History

Not Applicable

Unit Descriptor

Unit descriptor 

This unit covers preparing materials and routine gas metal arc welding (GMAW).

Application of the Unit

Application of the unit 

This unit applies in a maintenance or manufacturing environment where the weld quality is not required to meet an Australian Standard or equivalent. Fillet and butt welds would typically be performed on low carbon/mild steels.

Where welding is required to meet Australian Standard 1554 General Purpose or equivalent codes, occupational health and safety regulations and/or licensing requirements, Unit MEM05017D (Weld using gas metal arc welding process) should be selected.

Band :

Unit Weight :

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Refer to Application of the Unit

Pre-Requisites

Prerequisite units 

Employability Skills Information

Employability skills 

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

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

1. Identify weld requirements

1.1. Weld requirements are identified from job instructions.

1.2. Locations of welds are identified in according to standard operating procedures and job specifications.

2. Prepare materials for welding

2.1. Materials are cleaned and prepared ready for welding.

3. Prepare equipment for welding

3.1. Welding equipment is set up correctly.

3.2. Settings and consumables are selected to suit application.

4. Perform routine welding using GMAW

4.1. Safe welding practices are applied.

4.2. Materials are welded to job requirements.

4.3. Welds are cleaned to standard operating procedures.

Required Skills and Knowledge

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE 

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.

Required skills 

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

  • preparing materials
  • setting up welding equipment
  • welding with GMAW
  • reading and interpreting routine information on written job instructions, specifications and standard operating procedures
  • following oral instruction
  • using measurement skills relating to joint preparation and routine GMAW

Required knowledge 

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

  • different current and voltage settings, gas flow rates wire diameters, wire feed speed and other variables to suit typical situations.
  • material and equipment preparation
  • properties and characteristics of materials and consumables
  • equipment and equipment settings
  • fuel gas properties and applications
  • post-welding treatments
  • weld characteristics
  • safe welding practices
  • use and application of personal protective equipment for routine GMAW

Evidence Guide

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.

Overview of assessment 

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to perform routine gas metal arc welding (GMAW).

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit 

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with preparing the materials and carrying out routine gas metal arc welding or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.

Method of assessment 

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.

Guidance information for assessment 

Range Statement

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.

Materials 

Mild and low carbon steel

Prepared 

Preheating, setting up jigs, fixtures, clamps, joint preparation

Equipment 

Hoses, welding leads, gas shrouds, gas regulators, liners, contact tips

Consumables 

Filler wire, shielding gas

Cleaned 

Slag and spatter

Unit Sector(s)

Unit sector 

Co-requisite units

Co-requisite units 

Competency field

Competency field 

Fabrication