Qualification details

Employability Skill 

Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include :

Communication

• Read, interpret, follow and communicate information on written job instructions, specifications, standard operating procedures, charts, lists, drawings and other applicable reference documents
• Produce detail drawings using standard engineering drawing symbols, references and terminology
• Prepare drafts of functional and operational requirements
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders
• Use communication and negotiation skills
• Write reports

Teamwork

• Work alone or as part of a team
• Verify operational requirements with supervisor or team

Problem-solving

• Analyse information according to enterprise and work requirements
• Apply mathematical techniques to solve problems
• Analyse manufacturing/ production system components
• Apply engineering principles to translate designs into practical outcomes

Initiative and enterprise

• Be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts
• Implement OHS risk management procedures
• Economise material use and minimise waste and energy use
• Modify work plan to overcome unforeseen difficulties or developments that occur as work progresses
• Participate in improvement procedures including procedures to improve processes, quality, environmental performance, and internal/external customer/supplier relationships

Planning and organising

• Organise, categorise and sequence information
• Plan and sequence work operations/complete activities/scheduled production
• Source and organise required information from workshop manuals, customer specifications, product suppliers, designers or similar

Self-management

• Take responsibility for work outcomes
• Carry out work safely and in accordance with company policy and procedures, manufacturer's recommendations and legislative requirements

Learning

• Use manuals, online help and other reference materials as required
• Check and clarify task-related information
• Assess and modify own work practices
• Research equipment function and operational requirements
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable standards, legislation, codes of practice and product/process developments

Technology

• Know functions and capabilities of various types of computing technology and software used in the workplace
• Use a CAD program, computer and peripherals
• Apply knowledge of basic mechanical components, drive components, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems

Unit code 

Unit title 

MEM16006A

Organise and communicate information

MEM16008A

Interact with computing technology

MSAENV272B

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Unit code 

Unit title 

Prerequisites 

MEM05051A

Select welding processes

MEM09002B

Interpret a technical drawing

MEM09201A

Work effectively in an engineering drafting workplace

MEM09202A

Produce freehand sketches

MEM09203A

Measure and sketch site information

MEM09205A

Produce electrical schematic drawings

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MEM09208A

Detail fasteners and locking devices in mechanical drawings

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MEM09209A

Detail bearings, seals and other componentry in mechanical drawings

*

MEM09213A

Produce schematic drawings for hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power systems

*

MEM12023A

Perform engineering measurements

MEM12024A

Perform computations

MEM13013B

Work safely with ionizing radiation

MEM15001B

Perform basic statistical quality control

MEM16003B

Provide advanced customer service

MEM18001C

Use hand tools

MEM24001B

Perform basic penetrant testing

*

MEM24003B

Perform basic magnetic particle testing

*

MEM24005B

Perform basic eddy current testing

*

MEM24007B

Perform ultrasonic thickness testing

*

MEM24009B

Perform basic radiographic testing

*

MEM30005A

Calculate force systems within simple beam structures

*

MEM30006A

Calculate stresses in simple structures

*

MEM30007A

Select common engineering materials

MEM30008A

Apply basic economic and ergonomic concepts to evaluate engineering applications

MEM30009A

Contribute to the design of basic mechanical systems

*

MEM30010A

Set up basic hydraulic circuits

MEM30011A

Set up basic pneumatic circuits

MEM30012A

Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment

MEM30013A

Assist in the preparation of a basic workplace layout

MEM30014A

Apply basic just in time systems to the reduction of waste

MEM30015A

Develop recommendations for basic set up time improvements

MEM30016A

Assist in the analysis of a supply chain

MEM30017A

Use basic preventative maintenance techniques and tools

MEM30018A

Undertake basic process planning

MEM30019A

Use resource planning software systems in manufacturing

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MEM30020A

Develop and manage a plan for a simple manufacturing related project

MEM30021A

Prepare a simple production schedule

MEM30022A

Undertake supervised procurement activities

MEM30023A

Prepare a simple cost estimate for a manufactured product

MEM30024A

Participate in quality assurance techniques

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MEM30025A

Analyse a simple electrical system circuit

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MEM30026A

Select and test components for simple electronic switching and timing circuits

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MEM30027A

Prepare basic programs for programmable logic controllers

MEM30028A

Assist in sales of technical products/systems

MEM30031A

Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements

MEM30032A

Produce basic engineering drawings

MEM30033A

Use computer-aided design (CAD) to create and display 3-D models

*

MSATCS301A

Interpret architectural and engineering design specifications for structural steel detailing

*

MSATCS302A

Detail bolts and welds for structural steelwork connections

*

MEM24001B

Perform basic penetrant testing

*

MEM24003B

Perform basic magnetic particle testing

*

MEM24005B

Perform basic eddy current testing

*

MEM24007B

Perform ultrasonic thickness testing

*

MEM24009B

Perform basic radiographic testing

*