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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Program operations
   • Engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications are interpreted and understood to determine equipment required.
   • Equipment/cell schedule is programmed.
   • Controllers are linked for integration.
2. Set up cell
   • Manufacturing cell machines and equipment are configured to meet production specifications.
   • Tooling and work holding devices are installed and adjusted to meet specifications.
3. Test cell operation
   • Cell is operated and adjusted to produce components to specification.

Required Skills

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in reading and interpreting relevant drawings specifications and instructions loadingdownloading NCCNC programs into the individual machine controllers writing NCCNC programs linking machine controllers of NC CNC machines and transfer devices positioning machines and equipment to optimise manufacturing cell performance installing and adjusting tooling and work holding devices operating manufacturing cell checking part or product for conformance with specifications

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of the operations to be performed in producing the given part or product the appropriate types of NCCNC machine to perform the required machining operations the appropriate means of part or product transfer between machines the reasons for selecting the chosen equipment and machinery the NCCNC programs for use in each of the cell components the sequence of machining and transfer operations the means of coordinating the operations of all components within the cell the communication requirements between components of the cell the methods of linking machine controllers the precautions to be taken when linking machine controllers the procedures for linking machine controllers can be given the specifications of the part or product to be produced the optimum physical relationship between the machines and equipment within the cell the reasons for selecting this configuration of machines and equipment the appropriate tooling for each component of the cell the reasons for tooling selection the appropriate work holding devices for each component of the cell the reasons for selecting the chosen work holding devices the effects of adjustments to tooling andor work holding devices on the part or product specifications operating procedures for the manufacturing cell the measurements to be taken to check the part or product for conformance to specification the techniquesequipment to be used to measure the part or product the effect of adjustments on cell performance the causes of nonessential dwell times action to be taken to minimise dwell times hazards and control measures associated with CNC manufacturing cells

Evidence Required

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 program and set up CNC manufacturing cell Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria including required knowledge and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts
Context of and specific resources for assessment	This unit may be assessed on the job off the job or a combination of both on and off the job Where assessment occurs off the job that is the candidate is not in productive work then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety quality communication materials handling recording and reporting associated with programming and setting up CNC manufacturing cells or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit
Method of assessment	Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid sufficient current and authentic Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation supervisors reports project work samples and questioning Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency The candidate must have access to all tools equipment materials and documentation required The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures product and manufacturing specifications codes standards manuals and reference materials
Guidance information for assessment

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Range Statement

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.

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