Modification History
Release 1 - New unit. Replaces MEM23062A, but not equivalent.
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge needed to interpret design information for material and material test requirements, select appropriate tests and use results in the selection of appropriate materials for mechatronic engineering-related applications.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to the selection and implementation of materials and material tests relevant to mechatronic, maintenance, electronic, electrical, instrumentation and control engineering, including identifying sources of information on engineering materials, tests and test equipment. It also applies to reporting and documenting materials test and design data according to procedures.
Activities may be performed as a member of a design and development team.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
MEM23004A |
Apply technical mathematics |
MEM23109A |
Apply engineering mechanic principles |
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. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Identify classes and types of materials and test equipment relevant to mechatronic engineering applications |
1.1 |
Relate material properties to common mechatronic-related methods and processes |
1.2 |
Identify common characteristics, faults or flaws in materials, components and product in particular engineering applications |
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1.3 |
Identify engineering-related test methods for materials and components or product properties |
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1.4 |
Identify specific industrial test standards/codes, calibration requirements, regulations and authorities related to selection of materials and products for mechatronic engineering applications |
2 |
Identify and use sources of information on engineering materials, materials tests and test equipment |
2.1 |
Review design information for material specifications and required material tests |
2.2 |
Identify and use appropriate sources of information on materials, materials tests and test calibration |
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2.3 |
Identify and use appropriate sources of information on methods of testing of properties of materials |
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2.4 |
Investigate and report on the use of relevant standards and codes |
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2.5 |
Identify and use appropriate sources of information on material safety data sheets (MSDS) |
3 |
Specify and implement methods used to test or obtain the properties of engineering materials |
3.1 |
Specify required materials tests and manage implementation of tests to ensure quality, safety and suitability for applications |
3.2 |
Ensure traceability of measurement standard |
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3.3 |
Obtain test sheets or certificates for appropriate materials for applications in accordance with organisational procedures and/or codes and regulations |
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3.4 |
Obtain appropriate MSDS for applications in accordance with organisational procedures and/or codes and regulations |
4 |
Select and implement materials and components for mechatronic engineering applications |
4.1 |
Select materials for use in given mechatronic engineering applications based on relevant test information |
4.2 |
Incorporate materials and components into mechatronic processes in accordance with design functional requirements |
5 |
Report on and record materials design data and methods and results of materials tests |
5.1 |
Report and record materials selections against design functional requirements in accordance with organisational procedures, codes and regulations |
5.2 |
Include environmental impact and sustainability assessment |
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5.3 |
Report and record materials tests and test sheets/certificates in accordance with organisational procedures, codes and regulations, including appropriate calibration and traceability |
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5.4 |
Report and record appropriate MSDS for applications in accordance with organisational procedures, codes and regulations |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required skills include:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge includes:
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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 select and test mechatronic engineering materials. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
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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
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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Classes and types of materials |
Classes and types of materials include:
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Properties and characteristics of materials |
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Mechatronic engineering |
Mechatronics is usually defined as the integration of mechanical, electronics, programming, electrical and fluid power in an engineering product. The skills and underpinning knowledge of mechatronics are common with general automation of processes, systems and services. The definition of mechatronics is here broadened to include general automation. |
Sources of information |
Sources of information may include:
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Standards and codes |
Standards and codes refer to all relevant Australian and international standards and codes applicable to the mechatronic engineering analysis task |
Tests of materials |
Tests of materials include:
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Traceability |
Test calibrations can be traced back to the relevant base unit in the relevant measurement system |
Unit Sector(s)
Competency field |
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Unit sector |
Engineering science |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.