Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in

recognising deviations and faults in productequipmentprocess

identifying machine process requirements untreated materials and process sequences

identifying incorrectly loaded work

inspecting job surface conditions

checking plant and equipment for conformance to safety and operational requirements

checking solution levels and identifying visible contamination such as solution clarity oil surface contamination

maintaining required contacts and immersions while moving materials

monitoring operating parameters identifying deviations and making required adjustments

adjusting settings such as voltage current and temperature within permissible limits

correcting deviations within scope operators control

reading and interpreting routine information on written job instructions specifications and standard operating procedures May include drawings

following oral instructions

performing calculations using formulae

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of

basic knowledge of electroplating process machine components treatment solutions process parameters

a basic knowledge of electroplating solutions and handling procedures

treatment stages

information relevant to plating products treatment baths settings

characteristics of a variety of base materials that can be plated

pretreatment s treatments and post treatments in relation to task requirements

required equipment checks

hazards and control measures associated with electroplating processes

operational requirements of all plant and equipment associated with the relevant process

the purpose and typical settings of different instrumentsgauges

sequences and requirements involved in moving materials

the range of adjustments permissible for given operating parameters including voltage current and temperature

variances outside the control of the operator

common faults and imperfectionsdeviations

adjustments to suit specific process deviations

effects of rust corrosion and other contaminants

the reasons for rejecting incorrectly loaded work

safe operating procedures safety and personal protective equipment hazards of specific solutions

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 start up operate and monitor an electroplating process 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 starting up operating and monitoring an electroplating process 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

Electroplating requirements

Untreated materials

Electroplating treatment

Checked

Instruments and gauges

Electroplating operations

Work instructions

Adjustment

Visual inspection