MEM05015 - Weld using manual metal arc welding process

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Unit code: MEM05015 | Study level: TAFE
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Sunshine
MEM05012 - Perform routine manual metal arc welding
MEM05051 - Select welding processes
MEM05052 - Apply safe welding practices
MEM09002 - Interpret technical drawing
MEM11011 - Undertake manual handling
MEM12023 - Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024 - Perform computations
MEM13015 - Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM14006 - Plan work activities
MEM16006 - Organise and communicate information
MEM18001 - Use hand tools
MEM18002 - Use power tools/hand held operations
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson – Fabrication apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in manual metal arc welding (MMAW) on heavy or light metal fabrications. It may also apply to other trade occupations requiring higher level MMAW welding skills.



Weld quality would typically conform to AS 1554 General Purpose, and American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) or equivalent.



Where manual thermal processes associated with preparation, pre-heat and/or post-heat is required unit MEM05007 Perform manual heating and thermal cutting and unit MEM05008 Perform advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping, should also be selected as appropriate.



No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Assessment

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Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce and extend knowledge and skill competence within set and controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes and 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;
  • identifying and interpreting specifications from drawings, sketches and verbal or written job instructions for welding using manual metal arc welding process (MMAW) to the specified standard;
  • selecting appropriate weld and joint preparation methods;
  • consistently weld a range of materials to the specified standard or equivalent using AC or DC welding machines and electrodes while preventing distortion;
  • rectifying any defects, and;
  • completing weld records related to MMAW onto standard workplace forms.

Required reading

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

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