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Description
Job roles /employment outcomes
The Advanced Diploma of Polymer Technology completes the paraprofessional training commenced in the Diploma. The technologist will develop new products and tools and will typically at this level also have some supervisory responsibilities. This qualification, however, is predominantly technical in its application and requires significant depth and breadth of theoretical polymer, product and process knowledge.
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 design/development and also complex problem solving and would be expected to have a deeper understanding that a person with the Diploma.
Pathways into the qualification
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry, or entry may also be gained through PMB50107 Diploma of Polymer Technology
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 PMB50107 Diploma of Polymer Technology, or other qualifications relevant to polymer technology.
Pathways from the qualification
There are currently no further qualifications in polymer technology.
Additional qualification advice
MSA61108 Advanced 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 Advanced Diploma of Polymer Technology competency must be achieved in twenty five (25 ) units of competency.
- four (4 ) core units of competency
- twenty one (21 ) elective units of competency, as specified below.
Note : Where prerequisite units apply, these must be considered in the total number of units chosen. Please check individual units for details.
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 |
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MSAPMSUP390A |
Use structured problem solving tools |
Elective units of competency
Select twenty one (21 ) units of competency, as specified below:
- a minimum of two (2 ) units from Group A
- a minimum of five (5 ) units from Group B
- a minimum of four (4 ) units from Group C
- the remainder of units may be chosen from Groups A, B, C and D, to bring the total number of units to twenty one (21 ).
Note : Up to five (5 ) of the elective units may be chosen from other qualifications in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, as specified in Group D.
Group A
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
MSAPMOPS601A |
Design equipment and system modifications |
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PMBTECH601B |
Develop a new product |
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PMBTECH602B |
Develop a new die or tool |
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PMBTECH603B |
Design structural/mechanical polymer components |
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Group B
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
PMBTECH501B |
Analyse equipment performance |
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PMBTECH502B |
Review and analyse production trials and specify retrials |
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PMBTECH503B |
Determine rheology and output of plastics materials from processing equipment |
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PMBTECH504B |
Determine heat transfer loads for processing equipment |
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PMBTECH505B |
Choose polymer materials for an application |
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PMBTECH506B |
Analyse the design of products and tools |
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PMBTECH507B |
Develop fibre composite products using cored-laminate techniques |
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PMBTECH508A |
Develop a new compound |
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PMBTECH509A |
Modify an existing product |
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PMBTECH510A |
Analyse failure in polymeric materials |
Group C
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisite |
MSAPMOHS400A |
Contribute to OHS management system |
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MSAPMOHS401A |
Assess risk |
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MSAPMOPS400A |
Optimise process/plant area |
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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 |
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PMBTECH402B |
Set advanced or complex dies |
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PMBTECH403B |
Test fibre-composites materials and laminates |
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PMBTECH404B |
Mould chemical resistant and/or fire retardant fibre-composites |
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PMBTECH405B |
Repair damaged fibre-composites structures |
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PMBTECH406A |
Diagnose production equipment problems |
Group D
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
LMTGN5004A |
Manage installation and commissioning of equipment and systems |
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MEM09003B |
Prepare basic engineering drawing |
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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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MEM30031A |
Operate computer-aided design (CAD) systems to produce basic drawing elements |
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MEM30033A |
Use computer-aided design (CAD) to create and display 3-D models |
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MSS403002A |
Ensure process improvements are sustained |
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MSS404052A |
Apply statistics to operational processes |
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MSS405020A |
Develop quick changeover procedures |
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MSS405021A |
Develop a Just in Time system |
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MSS405030A |
Optimise cost of product or service |
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MSS405031A |
Undertake value analysis of product costs in terms of customer requirements |
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MSS405050A |
Determine and improve process capability |
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MSS405070A |
Develop and manage sustainable energy practices |
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MSS015002A |
Develop and manage strategies for more sustainable use of resources |
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MSAENV672B |
Develop workplace policy and procedures for environmental sustainability |
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MSAPMOHS601A |
Establish workplace OHS management system |
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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 five (5 ) 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 or Advanced Diploma. |