Assessor Resource

FPITMM4203B
Install and commission CNC software

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit involves installing and commissioning CNC software in a forest products factory setting

The skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority

This unit specifies the outcomes required to install and commission computer numerically controlled (CNC) processes and machine control programs for CNC sizing machines and CNC machining and processing centres

General workplace legislative and regulatory requirements apply to this unit; however there are no specific licensing or certification requirements at the time of publication

This unit replaces FPITMM4203A Install and commission CNC software

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can safely and efficiently install and commission CNC software in line with organisational requirements

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements of this unit and include demonstration of:

following applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice relevant to installing and commissioning CNC software

following organisational policies and procedures relevant to installing and commissioning CNC software

effective communication and safe working practices

installing and commissioning CNC software for CNC equipment within the enterprise

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of required knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context

Assessment is to follow relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to undertaking work applicable to this unit

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the FPI11 Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge

Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on required knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of employability skills

Assessment methods must confirm the ability to access and correctly interpret and apply the required knowledge

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender or language backgrounds other than English

Where the participant has a disability, reasonable adjustment may be applied during assessment

Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required skills

Technical skills sufficient to use and maintain relevant tools, machinery and equipment, safely install and commission CNC software

Communication skills and interpersonal techniques sufficient to interact appropriately with colleagues and others in the workplace

Literacy skills sufficient to accurately record and report workplace information, and maintain documentation

Numeracy skills sufficient to estimate, measure and calculate time required to complete a task

Problem solving skills sufficient to identify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures

Required knowledge

Applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for installing and commissioning CNC software

Environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material and minimising carbon emissions

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures relevant to installing and commissioning CNC software

Environmental risks and hazards

Using energy efficiently

Software programs and installation methods

Commissioning procedures

Established communication channels and protocols

Problem identification and resolution strategies and common fault finding techniques

Types of tools and equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimating and measuring, including calculating time to complete tasks

Procedures for recording and reporting workplace information

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

OHSrequirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:

personal protective equipment and clothing

safety equipment

first aid equipment

fire fighting equipment

hazard and risk control

fatigue management

elimination of hazardous materials and substances

safe forest practices including required actions relating to forest fire

manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying

Environmental requirements may include:

legislation

organisational policies and procedures

workplace practices

Legislative requirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice and may include:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

OHS

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care

Organisationalrequirements may include:

legal

organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

quality assurance

procedural manuals

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

OHS, emergency and evacuation procedures

ethical standards

recording and reporting requirements

equipment use and maintenance and storage requirements

environmental management requirements (waste minimisation and disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Installing and commissioning CNC software is to include:

the process of setting a program to direct a piece of CNC equipment to undertake the sequence of work and output required.

commissioning includes:

checking that the machine is operating safely and in line with its intended purpose and program

Programformat

relates to the intended actions of the CNC machine and the time needed to perform those actions, taking into account the limitations of the machinery and cutters

Softwaretimer

is the software component that schedules which activities occur at what point in the program format

Communication may include:

schedules

verbal and non-verbal language

constructive feedback

active listening

questioning to clarify and confirm understanding

use of positive, confident and cooperative language

use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences

control of tone of voice and body language

External loading devices

are computers (desktop, notebook or laptop) with disk drives able to be linked to the machine control system

Machine control system

is the computerised operating controls for the CNC machine which stores and runs the program at the direction of an operator

Output

is the product intended for production, produced to the intended outcome following the program format in the intended time

External inputs

involve feeding the program from the attached computer to the machine control system which is checked for accuracy with the program master

Program master copy:

is the final approved operating program which will be used to reset the CNC machine after maintenance or recalibration of components

is stored in a safe location away from the CNC machine

Records and reports may include:

planning and monitoring outcomes

operating logs

performance records

material movement

quality outcomes

hazards

incidents or equipment malfunctions

and may be:

manual

using a computer-based system or other appropriate organisational communication system

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), environmental, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to installing and commissioning CNC software are identified and followed 
Program format and operational purpose are accurately diagnosed and specified applications identified 
Specifications are checked for intended operating conditions 
Program instructions are checked for compliance with specifications 
Software timers are counter set to specification 
Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS requirements 
Appropriate program loading technique is selected 
External loading devices are correctly connected to automatic process machine control system 
Machine control system is placed in correct operational mode to accept program loading 
Program is downloaded in line with manufacturer's' recommended procedure and enterprise requirements 
Checks are made during and after downloading to ensure accurate and complete data transfer 
External program loading devices and connections are disconnected from process and machine control system 
Operation of the equipment using the program is monitored for accuracy and safe performance 
Outputs are checked and measured for compliance with specifications 
External inputs are checked for compliance with specifications, in line with specified procedures 
Total operation is checked for compliance with specifications 
Location of program master copy storage is identified 
Installation and commissioning process and equipment faults are recorded and reported to appropriate personnel 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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Assessment Record Sheet

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