Page intentionally blank Qualification Rules The minimum requirements for achievement of the Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade are: completion of all (eleven) mandatory units of competency completion of Mechanical Trade Stream units to the value of at least 40 points completion of Specialisation units to bring the total value of Mechanical Trade stream and Specialisation units to at least 76 points. List of competencies covered in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit This section identifies the mandatory selected trade stream and specialisation units as required in the packaging guidelines for this qualification. As a result of consultation with industry representatives, these units have been clustered into five skill sets, which represent the way work is undertaken in the engineering mechanical trade industry. All the assessment tools have been designed to reflect the skill sets covered in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit. Units of competency covered in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit The following units of competency are covered in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit. Mandatory units – (eleven = 0 points) Unit Code Unit Title MEM12023A Perform engineering measurements MEM12024A Perform computations MEM13014A Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment MEM14004A Plan to undertake a routine task MEM14005A Plan a complete activity MEM15002A Apply quality systems MEM15024A Apply quality procedures MEM16006A Organise and communicate information MEM16007A Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment MEM16008A Interact with computing technology MEM17003A Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
Q6 Explain how you would plan to do a job/task. Key Points: Prove planned activities in a methodical manner including who is involved and the role they take. T, TM, J/E, CM, TR C, P, PO, L Q7 What do you understand by internal and external customers? Key Points: Give examples of internal and external customers, and how they have responsibility, even for trivial tasks. Q8 How do you know if the work is correct to the required standard? Key Points: Display understanding of a procedure or SOP and how to check for conformance. T, TM, J/E, TR C, TW, P, PO, L
Candidate’s name Units of competency MEM05005B Carry out mechanical cutting MEM05007C Perform manual heating and thermal cutting MEM07005B Perform general machining Units of competency MEM12006B Mark off/out (general engineering) MEM12024A Perform computations MEM15002A Apply quality systems Assessor to ask leading questions. Note: Each row contains question/s for the respective competency in the skill set. Dimensions of competency/ employability skills Yes No When working within an engineering environment, can the candidate demonstrate the following and satisfactorily answer the following questions? Q18 How you use, adjust and change the blade/cutter on a band saw, a cold saw and a cropper? Key Points: A range of mechanical cutting machines have been used with an explanation of how machines have been set up and the adjustments that have been performed. T, TM, J/E, CM, TR C, P, PO, L, T Q19 Explain how you set up and use an oxygen acetylene heating and cutting plant. Include pressures, tips size and safety. Key Points: gas pressures for cutting, heating; order of start-up, shutdown; typical faults and symptoms T, TM, J/E, TR C, P, PO, L, T Q20 Explain how you set up and use a lathe, mill or drilling machine. Including tooling and clamping. Key Points: safety points; speeds and feeds; work holding; tool mounting; various tooling; various materials T, TM, J/E, TR C, P, PO, L, T Q21 What is meant by a datum or centre line when marking out? How is it established? Q22 Depict how to mark out six (6) holes on a PCD. Key Points: purpose of and establishing a datum; transfer of measurements; appropriate calculations T, TM, J/E, TR C, P, PO, L, T
Q23 Calculate the area and volume of a cylinder. Convert temperature and pressure. Calculate the pressure of a load over an area. Calculate the vee belt pulley ratio. Key Points: A of parameters are applied – area and volume, conversions, ratios and worked to the required accuracy. Q24 Interpret the following from a graph: machine RPM (nomograph) pump flow (water pump). Key Points: A range of engineering graphs such as pump flow, lathe tool speed are interpreted and complied with. T, TM, J/E, TR C, P, PO, L Q25 Explain the terms: quality control; quality improvement, inspection and ISO9001 and conformance as they relate to your work. Key Points: importance of QA; understand importance of inspection and reporting T, TM, J/E, TR C, P, PO, L, T Skill Set 2 – Engineering machine operation and marking out Candidate’s name of competency MEM05005B Carry out mechanical cutting MEM05007C Perform manual heating and thermal cutting MEM07005B Perform general machining of competency MEM12006B Mark off/out (general engineering) MEM12024A Perform computations MEM15002A Apply quality systems Assessor to ask leading questions. Note: Each row contains question/s for the respective competency in the skill set.
It is recommended that the interview be conducted in the workplace, allowing the candidate access to documents, equipment etc to support their statements. Record of interview Candidate’s name Assessor’s name How/where was the interview conducted? Interview only At an RTO’s premises Name: In the workplace Name: Legend Dimensions of competency Task Skills (T) Task Management Skills (TM) Job Role/Environment Skills (J/E) Contingency Management Skills (CM) Transfer Skills (TR) Employability skills Communication (C) Teamwork (TW) Problem-solving (P) Initiative and Enterprise (I/E) Planning and Organising (PO) Self-Management (SM) Learning (L) Technology (Tech) Set 3 – Engineering machine maintenance and operation Candidate’s name
simple heat treatment? lathe operations? maintenance? planning? communications and basic training or mentoring? use of computer or microprocessor based technology? Skill Set 3 – Engineering machine maintenance and operation Candidate’s name of competency MEM05005B Carry out mechanical cutting MEM05007C Perform manual heating and thermal cutting MEM07005B Perform general machining of competency MEM12006B Mark off/out (general engineering) MEM12024A Perform computations MEM15002A Apply quality systems Additional notes from conversation
Record of interview Candidate’s name Assessor’s name was the interview conducted? Interview only At an RTO’s premises Name: In the workplace Name: Legend Dimensions of competency Task Skills (T) Task Management Skills (TM) Job Role/Environment Skills (J/E) Contingency Management Skills (CM) Transfer Skills (TR) Employability skills Communication (C) Teamwork (TW) Problem-solving (P) Initiative and Enterprise (I/E) Planning and Organising (PO) Self-Management (SM) Learning (L) Technology (Tech) Set 4 – Engineering maintenance (general repair) Candidate’s name
Skill Set 5 – Engineering maintenance (welding and fluids) Candidate’s name Units of competency MEM05012C Perform routine manual metal arc welding MEM05049B Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding MEM05050B Perform routine gas metal arc welding MEM18012B Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals Units of competency MEM18013B Perform gland packing MEM18018C Maintain pneumatic system components MEM18020B Maintain hydraulic system components Additional notes from conversation Assessor’s signature Outcome (Please circle) S (Satisfactory) NYS (Not Yet Satisfactory) Assessor’s name Date
Demonstration/Observation Checklist Skill Set 1 – Working safely and effectively in an engineering environment Task 1 – Double E project Candidate’s name During the demonstration or observation of skills did the candidate? Regulations Standards and Industry requirements Is behaviour observed? Assessor’s Yes No methodical planning correct use of hand and power tools accurate interpretation of drawing AS1100 precision of task maintaining and caring for tools safe working practices, PPE and evacuation if drilled Assessor’s general comments/observations Assessor’s name Outcome (Please Circle) S (Satisfactory) NYS (Not Yet Satisfactory) Assessor’s signature
Demonstration/Observation Checklist Skill Set 2 – Engineering machine operation and marking out Task 3 – Machine vice project Assessor’s instructions Ensure that the work is carried out in a safe and appropriate manner. Candidate’s name Assessor’s name Supervisor’s name (if applicable) Work activity Skill Set 1 – Units of competency MEM05005B Carry out mechanical cutting MEM05007C Perform manual heating and thermal cutting MEM07005B Perform general machining MEM12006B Mark off/out (general engineering) MEM12024A Perform computations MEM15002A Apply quality systems Assessment location Date of demonstration Time Task instructions Complete the component as requested. Take to indicate the steps you have taken. Show any working out and calculations. List the lathe tools used. Explain how to cut the parts for the machine vice. Resources required for this task instructions and drawings workshop tools and machine tools oxy/acetylene plant
Demonstration/Observation Checklist Skill Set 4 – Engineering maintenance (general repair) Task 5 – Compressor overhaul project Assessor’s instructions Ensure that the work is carried out in a safe and appropriate manner. Show calculations for precision measurement. Candidate’s name Assessor’s name Supervisor’s name (if applicable) Work activity Description of the practical task to be completed by the candidate. Skill Set 4 – Units of competency MEM18004B Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment MEM18005B Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings MEM18006B Repair and fit engineering components MEM18007B Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies MEM18009B Perform levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components Assessment location Date of demonstration Time Task instructions Complete the maintenance and repairs as requested Take notes to indicate the steps you have taken Show any working out and calculations List the and procedure used Explain how to align the couplings Resources required for this task Instruction and drawings Motor/compressor set, on base Workshop hand, measuring and aligning tools
Page intentionally blank Demonstration/Observation Checklist Skill Set 5 – Engineering maintenance (welding and fluids) Task 6 – Welding project Assessor’s instructions Ensure the work is carried out in a safe and appropriate manner Show hand working out for co-ordinate points Candidate’s name Assessor’s name Supervisor’s name (if applicable) Work activity
Demonstration/Observation Checklist Skill Set 5 – Engineering maintenance (welding and fluids) Task 6 – Welding project Candidate’s name During the demonstration or observation of skills did the candidate? Regulations Standards and Industry requirements Is behaviour observed? Assessor’s Yes No Weld using MMAW, GTAW & GMAW process to the required standard AS1556? Assessor’s general comments/observations Assessor’s name Outcome (Please Circle) S (Satisfactory) NYS (Not Yet Satisfactory) Assessor’s signature Candidate’s signature Date
Skill Set 5 – Units of competency MEM05012C Perform routine manual metal arc welding MEM05049B Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding MEM05050B Perform routine gas metal arc welding MEM18012B Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals MEM05012C Perform routine manual metal arc welding MEM05049B Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding MEM05050B Perform routine gas metal arc welding MEM18012B Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals Assessment location Date of demonstration Time Task instructions Strip, assess, repair and test: Water pump – retro fit mechanical seal for gland packing Fault find pneumatic component and service Fault find hydraulic component and service Take notes to indicate the steps you have taken. Resources required for this task Instruction, manuals, and components Workshop hand, measuring and service tools Test equipment – pressure gauges, flow meter, conductors
Supervisor’s name Position Supervisor’s signature Date Candidate’s Self-Evaluation Skill Set 5 – Engineering machine (welding and fluids) Candidate’s name Date completed Skill Set 5 Competency/Task I have performed tasks Supervisor’s Evaluation Evidence to support claim Frequently Never Sometimes Doc No. Documentation provided (Number and name the document you are providing for easy reference.)
Assessor’s Evidence Summary Sheet The Assessor completes this during the assessment to record the evidence collected. It is expected that this evidence summary sheet (or similar) is attached to the evidence. Candidate’s name Date Unit Code Unit Title Evidence collected Competency demonstrated Questions Practical Third Party Report Other evidence Core units MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing Yes No MEM12023A Perform engineering measurements Yes No MEM13014A Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment Yes No MEM14004A Plan to undertake a routine task Yes No MEM15024A Apply quality procedures Yes No MEM16007A Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment Yes No MEM18001C Use hand tools Yes No MEM18002B Use power tools/hand-held operations Yes No MEM18055B Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components Yes No MEM05005B Carry out mechanical cutting Yes No MEM05007C Perform manual heating and thermal cutting Yes No MEM07005B Perform general machining Yes No MEM12006B Mark off/out (general engineering) Yes No MEM12024A Perform computations Yes No MEM15002A Apply quality systems Yes No MEM06007B Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing Yes No MEM07006B Perform operations Yes No MEM14005A Plan a complete activity Yes No
concepts of quality and the benefits of using specifications and standard operating procedures quality procedures applying to own work standard operating procedures safe work practices and procedures. MEM16007A Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment Element 1 – Identify roles and responsibilities 1.1 Own role and responsibilities are identified. 1.2 Relationships within immediate group and with employees performing related/interdependent activities are identified. Q9 Task 1 TS, TMS, CS, JRE Element 2 – Plan activities 2.1 Common goals, objectives and task requirements are identified and clarified with appropriate persons. 2.2 Individual tasks are determined and agreed on according to workplace procedures. Q10 Task 1 TS, TMS, CS, JRE MEM16007A Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment Element 3 – Work with others 3.1 Effective interpersonal skills are applied to interact with others and to contribute to activities and objectives. 3.2 Assigned or agreed tasks are performed in accordance with agreed requirements, specifications and workplace procedures. 3.3 Work progress is reviewed and modified as agreed to complement the work of others. 3.4 Agreed reporting lines are followed using standard operating procedures. Q11 Task 1 TS, TMS, CS, JRE Required knowledge Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of: effective interpersonal strategies and skills: Q9, 10, 11
Evidence Matrix for Skill Set 2 – Engineering machine operation and marking out The evidence matrix below identifies how each of the questions in the Interview Question Bank (Section 3) and the Practical Tasks (Section 4) demonstrate competence against the elements, performance criteria, critical aspects of evidence, underpinning skills, knowledge and dimensions of competency (Task Skill – TS, Task Management Skill – TMS, Contingency Management Skill – CS, Job Role Environment – JRE). Skill Set 2 – Engineering machine operation and marking out Units of competency MEM05005B Carry out mechanical cutting MEM05007C Perform manual heating and thermal cutting MEM07005B Perform general machining of competency MEM12006B Mark off/out (general engineering) MEM12024A Perform computations MEM15002A Apply quality systems Element Performance Criteria Question Practical Tasks Supplementary Evidence MEM05005B out mechanical cutting Element 1 – Determine job requirements 1.1 Job requirements and specifications are determined from job sheets and/or instructions. 1.2 Appropriate method/machine is selected to meet specifications. 1.3 Machine is loaded and adjusted for operation consistent with standard operating procedures. Q18 Task 3 Element 2 – Perform simple calculations 2.1 Tooling is selected to match job requirements. 2.2 Tooling is correctly installed using standard operating procedures. 2.3 Machine is set up and adjusted using standard operating procedures. Q18 Task 3 Element 3 – Operate mechanical cutting machine 3.1 Appropriate stops and guards are set and adjusted as required. 3.2 Material is secured and correctly positioned using measuring equipment as necessary. 3.3 Machine is started and stopped safely to standard operating procedures. 3.4 Machine is operated to cut/hole material to specifications standard operating procedures. Q18 Task 3 MEM05005B out mechanical cutting
Element 3 – Select and mount tools 3.1 Appropriate tools for job are selected, sharpened and shaped as required. 3.2 Tools are mounted and positioned correctly. Q20 Task 3 Element 4 – Perform machining operations 4.1 Basic marking out techniques are used where required. 4.2 Machining parameters are set for job requirements and maximum tool life. 4.3 Work is held or correctly clamped without damage to product, and all safety requirements are met. 4.4 Machining is performed in a safe manner utilising all guards, safety procedures and personal protective clothing and equipment. Q20 Task 3 Element 5 – Measure components 5.1 Components are checked with instruments or gauges appropriate to the measurement requirements to ensure compliance with specifications. Q20 Task 3 Element 6 – Adjust and maintain machine 6.1 Routine maintenance and adjustments are carried out as required which may include slide and collar adjustment, cleaning and lubrication and the like. Q20 Task 3 MEM07005B Perform general machining Required knowledge Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of: reasons for selecting the chosen sequence of operations methods of work holding basic marking out techniques including datum points/lines etc. geometry of cutting tools for a range of materials and applications benefits of using correctly sharpened cutting tools machine operation Q20
Evidence Matrix for Skill Set 3 – Engineering machine maintenance and operation The evidence matrix below identifies how each of the questions in the Interview Question Bank (Section 3) and the Practical Tasks (Section 4) demonstrate competence against the elements, performance criteria, critical aspects of evidence, underpinning skills, knowledge and dimensions of competency (Task Skill – TS, Task Management Skill – TMS, Contingency Management Skill – CS, Job Role Environment – JRE). Skill Set 3 – Engineering machine maintenance and operation Units of competency MEM06007B Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing MEM07006B Perform lathe operations MEM14005A Plan a complete activity MEM16006A Organise and communicate information Units of competency MEM16008A Interact with computing technology MEM17003A Assist in the provision of on-the-job training MEM18003C Use tools for precision work Element Performance Criteria Question Practical Tasks Supplementary Evidence MEM06007B Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing Element 1 – Determine job requirements 1.1 Job requirements are determined from engineering drawing, job sheet or verbal instructions. Q26 Task 4 Element 2 – Set up equipment for heat/quenching, tempering and annealing 2.1 Appropriate heating process and/or procedure is selected for the given job. 2.2 Equipment is set up according to standard operating procedures and manufacturers’ instructions. Q27 Task 4 Element 3 – Operate heating equipment 3.1 All safety procedures are observed. 3.2 Appropriate heating equipment operating procedures are followed. 3.3 Appropriate equipment adjustments are made. 3.4 Material is treated to achieve required result. Q27, 28 Task 4 Required knowledge Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of: characteristics and applications of heating/quenching, tempering, annealing processes specifications for heating, quenching, tempering, and annealing process for heating/quenching, tempering, annealing, different materials Q26–28
4.9 Mechanical equipment is tested for accuracy and correct operation where applicable, and returned to service to specifications using acceptable procedures. 4.10 Appropriate work and safety clearances are obtained throughout maintenance Required knowledge Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of: preventative maintenance procedures functions of system/equipment and operational requirements causes and symptoms of faults and failures system and equipment hazard identification and isolation procedures options for sourcing replacement parts consequences of incorrect adjustments procedures for testing the mechanical systems and equipment procedures for returning mechanical systems and equipment to service use and application of personal protective equipment safe work practices and procedures hazards and control measures associated with maintaining and overhauling mechanical equipment. Q37 MEM18004B Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment Required skills Look for evidence that confirms skills in: planning and sequencing of multiple tasks sourcing resources Task 5
Element 2 – Adjust mechanical drives and transmission assemblies 2.1 Adjustment requirements are determined. 2.2 A suitable adjustment method is determined from manufacturers’ instruction sheets, standard workshop manuals/procedures or other means. 2.3 Adjustment tools and equipment are selected according to the type of assembly being serviced. 2.4 Appropriate maintenance principles, techniques, tools and equipment are used, and drives/transmission components are tensioned, aligned balanced or adjusted to manufacturers’/site specifications according to safe workshop practices. 2.5 Drive/transmission assembly is checked after adjustment for correct operation or identified for further diagnosis or repair. 2.6 Service report is completed. 2.7 Further diagnosis or repair requirements are actioned. Q40 MEM18007B Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies Element 3 – Diagnose faults 3.1 Service reports are read and visual and sensory inspection of the drive/transmission assembly is undertaken. 3.2 Given manufacturers’ specifications, and where applicable, diagnostic equipment drive/transmission assembly is tested using sound maintenance principles and procedures. 3.3 Faults are localised at the component level and identified for repair or replacement. 3.4 Fault causes are analysed and preventative measures to avoid re-occurrence are developed, documented and actioned by appropriate means. 3.5 Requirements for repair or replacement are actioned. Q40 Element 4 – Repair mechanical drives/transmission assemblies 4.1 Service reports are read and visual and sensory inspection of the drive/transmission assembly is undertaken. Q40
equipment set-up and settings MMAW processes and properties post-welding treatments safe welding practices use and application of personal protective equipment. Required skills Look for evidence that confirms skills in: preparing materials and electrodes setting up welding equipment welding with MMAW reading and interpreting routine information on written job instructions, specifications and standard operating procedures performing measurements for joint preparation and routine MMAW. Task 6 MEM05049B Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding Element 1 – Identify weld requirements 1.1 Weld requirements are identified from job instructions. 1.2 The locations of welds are identified in accordance with standard operating procedures and job specifications. Q44 Element 2 – Prepare materials for welding 2.1 Materials are cleaned and prepared ready for welding. Q44 Element 3 – Prepare equipment for welding 3.1 Welding equipment is set up correctly. 3.2 Settings and consumables are selected to suit application. Q44 MEM05049B Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding