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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Form components
   • Relevant materials for component construction are selected.
   • Relevant drawings and templates are selected.
   • Components are formed to specifications
   • Component sizing matches the appropriate template.
2. Integrate components
   • Integration requirements, materials fixing/bonding methods and mixing practices are determined from job specifications and manufacturer specifications.
   • Equipment is set up and adjusted according to standard operating procedures.
   • Components are fixed/bonded in accordance with job requirements and specifications.
   • Reinforcement materials are formed/shaped to specifications.
   • Component is prepared for encapsulation process.
3. Undertake post-curing of materials
   • Post-curing method is selected to suit job application.
   • Equipment/accessories for post-curing are set up.
   • Equipment/accessories are stored according to standard procedure.

Required Skills

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in selecting and gathering laminating resins fibre reinforces core materials resins hardeners releasing agents pigments fillers identifying and interpreting drawingstemplates for construction process selecting and using hand tools power tools workshop equipment and machinery checking component dimensions for compliance against templates drawings and specifications selecting and mixing fixingbonding materials setting and adjusting equipment such as resinroving depositor gun vacuum bagging equipment selecting adhesivefiller materials and applying fixingbonding methods for component integration cutting and shapingbevelling foams timberplywood reinforcements to specification cleaning excess fixingbondage material using personal protective equipment PPE working safely disposing of waste in accordance with legislation selecting postcuring methods following operational proceduressafety requirements disassembling cleaning and storing equipmentaccessories

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of typical components fibre reinforcement and core materials resins and hardeners fillers release agents pigment additives their attributes and their uses chemical and physical properties of resins mixing ratios laminate thicknesses strengths and curing properties drawings and templates and their construction role applicable codes and regulations hand tools power tools workshop equipment and machinery and their use personal protective equipment and safety practices waste disposal obligations and regulations method used to check component dimensions against drawings templates and specifications procedures used to install component fixingbondage and mixing application methods of component integration procedures required in setting up and adjusting equipment relevant adhesivefiller and fixingbonding methods procedures for formingshaping and toolsmachinery used importance of cleaning excess fixingbondage material postcuring methods procedures and applications storage procedures

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 form and integrate fibrereinforced structures 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 forming and integrating fibrereinforced structures 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 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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