Unit of competency details

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.

1

Prepare a job plan

1.1

Identify job requirements from drawings or other relevant materials  in consultation with an instructor/teacher/trainer

1.2

Identify appropriate machines  in accordance with job requirements

1.3

Identify appropriate tooling in accordance with job requirements

1.4

Calculate cutting speeds and feeds

1.5

Prepare a job/project plan showing machines, tooling, cutting speeds and feeds and an appropriate sequence of operations

1.6

Confirm plan with instructor

2

Prepare for machining

2.1

Obtain appropriate tooling and materials

2.2

Set up tools and materials as required

2.3

Set speeds and feeds

3

Perform machining operations

3.1

Use and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

3.2

Follow safe machining practices

3.3

Machine materials to job requirements

3.4

Use measuring equipment  as required

3.5

Store completed work in a manner which will prevent/minimise potential damage

4

Complete work requirements

4.1

Clear work area of waste and clean according to requirements

4.2

Maintain and/or store machines, tools and equipment according to instructions

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

Required skills 

Required skills include:

• preparing a job plan
• preparing for machining
• performing machining
• calculating speeds and feeds
• using measuring equipment as required
• appropriately cleaning and storing of equipment
• applying safe working practices
• using and applying personal protective equipment

Required knowledge 

Required knowledge includes:

• safe machine operation procedures
• material and equipment preparation requirements
• basic marking out techniques
• use and care of measuring tools
• types of machines for cutting, grinding, drilling, turning and milling
• work and tool holding methods for each machine
• safe working practices
• use and application of personal protective equipment

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 prepare materials and use engineering workshop machines to produce engineering components.

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

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can:

• work safely
• prepare job plans
• prepare for machining
• perform machining
• calculate speeds and feeds
• use measuring equipment as required
• clean and store equipment as instructed.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

• This unit must be assessed in a learning institution.
• Assessment must cover the successful use of a lathe and other relevant workshop machines.
• The skills covered by this unit would usually be demonstrated by an individual working alone under direct supervision.
• The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
• This unit may be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, hand tools, machine operation, recording and reporting associated with using workshop machines.

Method of assessment 

• Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the MEM05 Metal and Engineering Training Package.
• Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
• Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is not only able to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
• Assessment should be in conjunction with assessment of the project unit and other units integrated into the project.

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.

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.

Other relevant materials 

Other relevant materials may include but are not limited to:

• drawings
• sketches
• job instructions
• schematics
• diagrams
• technical manuals

Appropriate machines 

Appropriate machines may include but are not limited to:

• milling machines
• cut off saws
• pedestal grinders
• fixed position drilling machines
• computer controlled machines

Measuring equipment  

Measuring equipment may include but is not limited to:

• micrometers
• vernier scaled measuring devices
• rules
• calipers
• gauges

Competency field 

Pre-employment 

Unit sector