Modification History
Not applicable.
Description
Job roles /employment outcomes
The Diploma of Polymer Technology is intended for technologists/paraprofessionals who may have worked their way up through plastics, rubber and cablemaking qualifications or who have entered the industry at this level, either from another industry, trade occupation or other relevant background.
The technologist will analyse performance and failure in equipment and products and will assist in the development on new/modified products.
Application
This industry manufactures a wide range of polymer products and components ranging from consumer products to components to be included in other commercial, industrial or consumer products. Much of it is long runs of standard products, but equally it may be short runs/one offs of specialised products. It uses a wide range of natural and synthetic polymers covering thermoplastics as well as thermosetting polymers.
The products from this industry may be components in automobiles, aeroplanes and marine craft as well as domestic appliances and industrial and commercial plant and equipment. It may also be electrical or data cabling. They may equally be consumer products such as paint brushes, tooth brushes, lunch boxes or carry bags.
People with this qualification may be expected to undertake a technologist role typically based in a laboratory or office with possibly some work being conducted on or through the shop floor. They may not be competent to operate production equipment but would be expected to understand the principles behind the relevant production and support processes. They will undertake product or process improvement/development and also complex problem solving.
Pathways into the qualification
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit for relevant units of competency achieved should be granted towards this qualification for those who have completed PMB40107 Certificate IV in Polymer Processing, or other qualifications relevant to polymer technology.
Units of competency contained within this qualification may be common with other manufacturing qualifications and credit should be granted towards this qualification where competency has already been achieved. Credit should also be granted towards this qualification where competency has been achieved in units of competency contained within relevant skill sets and statements of attainment.
The units of competency in this qualification reflect competencies which are practiced within the industry and recognition of prior learning (RPL) should be granted where there is sufficient evidence of competency from work-based experience.
Pathways from the qualification
Further qualification pathways from this qualification include PMB60107 Advanced Diploma of Polymer Technology
Additional qualification advice
MSA51108 Diploma of Competitive Manufacturing is available for those who need a more generalist qualification covering the application of good manufacturing practice and lean principles.
Licensing considerations
There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, units of competency in this qualification may provide the underpinning knowledge and skills required for various licences. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Pathways Information
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the Diploma of Polymer Technology, competency must be achieved in seventeen (17 ) units of competency.
- four (4 ) core units of competency
- thirteen (13 ) elective units of competency, as specified below.
Note : Where prerequisite units apply, these must be considered in the total number of units chosen.
Core units of competency
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisite |
MSAENV472B |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
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MSAPMOHS200A |
Work safely |
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MSAPMSUP300A |
Identify and implement opportunities to maximise production efficiencies |
MSAPMSUP200A |
MSAPMSUP390A |
Use structured problem solving tools |
Elective units of competency
Select thirteen (13 ) units of competency, as specified below:
- a minimum of eight (8 ) units from Group A and B, with a minimum of four (4 ) units from Group A
- the remainder of units may be chosen from Groups A, B and C, to bring the total number of electives to thirteen (13 ).
Note : Up to three (3 ) of the elective units can be chosen from other qualifications in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, as specified in Group C.
Group A
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisite |
PMBTECH501B |
Analyse equipment performance |
PMBTECH401B MSAPMOPS401A |
PMBTECH502B |
Review and analyse production trials and specify retrials |
MSAPMOPS401A |
PMBTECH503B |
Determine rheology and output of plastics materials from processing equipment |
PMBTECH401B |
PMBTECH504B |
Determine heat transfer loads for processing equipment |
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PMBTECH505B |
Choose polymer materials for an application |
PMBTECH401B |
PMBTECH506B |
Analyse the design of products and tools |
MEM09002B MSAPMOPS401A |
PMBTECH507B |
Develop fibre composite products using cored- laminate techniques |
MEM09003B |
PMBTECH508A |
Develop a new compound |
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PMBTECH509A |
Modify an existing product |
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PMBTECH510A |
Analyse failure in polymeric materials |
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A maximum of two (2 ) units may be chosen from the units in Group A of the PMB60107 Advanced Diploma of Polymer Technology. |
Group B
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisite |
MSAPMOHS400A |
Contribute to OHS management system |
MSAPMOHS300A |
MSAPMOHS401A |
Assess risk |
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MSAPMOPS400A |
Optimise process/plant area |
MSAPMSUP390A |
MSAPMOPS401A |
Trial new process or product |
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MSAPMOPS404A |
Coordinate maintenance |
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MSAPMOPS405A |
Identify problems in fluid power system |
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MSAPMOPS406A |
Identify problems in electronic control systems |
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MSL974003A |
Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL974005A |
Perform physical tests |
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MSL974010A |
Perform mechanical tests |
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PMBPROD430B |
Trial a new die/tool |
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PMBPROD431B |
Trial a new, advanced or complex mould |
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PMBTECH401B |
Predict polymer properties and characteristics |
PMBTECH301B |
PMBTECH402B |
Set advanced or complex dies |
PMBPREP304C |
PMBTECH403B |
Test fibre-composites materials and laminates |
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PMBTECH404B |
Mould chemical resistant and/or fire retardant fibre-composites |
PMBPROD347B PMBPROD380B |
PMBTECH405B |
Repair damaged fibre-composites structures |
PMBPROD247C |
PMBTECH406A |
Diagnose production equipment problems |
Group C
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisite |
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MEM09003B |
Prepare basic engineering drawing |
MEM09002B |
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MEM15001B |
Perform basic statistical quality control |
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MEM16006A |
Organise and communicate information |
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MEM16007A |
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment |
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MEM16008A |
Interact with computing technology |
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MEM30001A |
Use computer aided drafting systems to produce basic engineering drawings |
MEM16006A MEM16008A |
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MEM30004A |
Use CAD to create and display 3D models |
MEM16006A MEM16008A MEM30001A |
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MSACMS401A |
Ensure process improvements are sustained |
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MSACMT452A |
Apply statistics to processes in manufacturing |
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MSACMT620A |
Develop quick changeover procedures |
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MSACMT621A |
Develop a Just in Time (JIT) system |
MSACMC410A |
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MSACMT630A |
Optimise cost of product |
MSACMT631A |
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MSACMT631A |
Undertake value analysis of product costs in terms of customer requirements |
MSACMT230A |
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MSACMT650A |
Determine and improve process capability |
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MSACMT670A |
Develop and manage sustainable energy practices |
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MSACMT671A |
Develop and manage sustainable environmental practices |
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MSAPMSUP383A |
Facilitate a team |
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MSAPMSUP400A |
Develop and monitor quality systems |
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PSPPM502B |
Manage complex projects |
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Up to three (3 ) relevant units may be chosen from this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, where those units are available for inclusion in a Diploma. |