Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. Unit code and title changed. Application changed. Elements and Performance Criteria changed. Range of Conditions removed. Assessment Requirements changed. Supersedes and is equivalent to PMBTECH403 Test fibre-composites materials and laminates.
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test thermoset composite raw materials and products for conformance with design specifications and characteristics.
This unit applies to an experienced technician working alone or as part of a team.
The unit principally refers to testing procedure guidance from industry standards, laminating production experience and personal judgement.
No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil.
Competency Field
Technical – Composites
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1. Determine test requirements |
1.1 Identify properties to be measured from test brief 1.2 Identify appropriate test method that will return valid property measures 1.3 Select testing equipment that matches identified test methods |
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2. Perform raw material tests |
2.1 Prepare raw materials samples for testing according to selected test method 2.2 Perform tests on raw materials according to selected test method 2.3 Record and interpret test results, and compare with manufacturer material data sheets |
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3. Perform moulded product tests |
3.1 Prepare moulded product samples for testing according to selected test method 3.2 Perform tests on moulded products according to selected test method 3.3 Record and interpret test results and compare against quality specifications |
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4. Record and report test results |
4.1 Document tests undertaken, including method, sampling techniques and results 4.2 Compare results with expected quality standards 4.3 Recommend raw materials and processes, including process controls, to achieve product requirements based on test results |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.
- Numeracy skills to record, interpret and analyse test result data.
- Reading skills to identify test requirements from product design specifications and characteristics.
- Writing and oral communication skills to record and report on test procedures and results, and make recommendations.
Other foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Unit Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to PMBTECH403 Test fibre-composites materials and laminates.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet – - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=932aacef-7947-4c80-acc6-593719fe4090
