MEM07024 - Operate and monitor machine and process

Unit code: MEM07024 | Study level: TAFE
Nominal hours
40
Location
Sunshine
Prerequisites
MEM11011 - Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 - Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 - Organise and communicate information
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to operate and monitor a machine and process and applies to a range of production operations or continuous processes.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, including the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.

Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:

  • following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safe work practices
  • interpreting machine/process instruction and setting up for production
  • conducting pre-start checks
  • operating the machine or process, loading and unloading in accordance with procedures
  • following emergency procedures, as required
  • completing production data onto applicable workplace forms
  • monitoring the machine or process, identifying any faults or out-of-specification operation and reporting, as required.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:

  • safe work practices and procedures and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • machine pre-start checks
  • machine or process start-up and unloading procedures
  • component/feed stock levels to ensure continuous process
  • production recording and reporting requirements
  • types of product faults and deviations
  • consequences of improper handling and storing of finished work
  • procedures to be followed in emergency situations.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by the Victoria University and/or via the Victoria University e-learning system.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
MEM30219 | Certificate iii | Duration:

Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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