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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan for alternative manufacturing research
  2. Research alternative manufacturing processes
  3. Recommend alternative manufacturing processes

Range Statement

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individuals to demonstrate conceptual and analytical ability, discretion, judgement and problem solving

customers or suppliers may be internal or external

Design brief includes:

the aims, objectives, milestones for the design project

organisational or personal profiles

target audience

budget

timeline

consultation requirements

colour requirements

image requirements

function

Appropriate personnel include:

trainers

supervisors

suppliers

clients

colleagues

managers

Clients include:

suppliers

manufacturers

private clients

colleagues

retailers

the public

Aesthetics include:

the consideration of appeal to a large number of people; products are pleasing to the eye of many who view it

Alternative manufacturing process include:

the various methods by which the product can be produced, these steps entail working from working drawings and specifications, producing components utilising machine operations, assembly of the components and finishing techniques

Environmental impacts include:

how the use of alternative manufacturing processes effects the environment and how continued use will affect the surrounding environment

energy consumption

greenhouse gases created

waste levels and resource utilisation

what impact will be felt by reducing or stopping use of the alternative manufacturing processes

Hazards include:

high-speed machinery

open cutting blades

threat from electric shock

materials handling incidents

toxic substances

gases

Critical analysis includes:

comparing

contrasting

reflecting

critiquing

considering merit

discussion

debate

Elements of design include:

line

shape

form (geometric or organic)

texture

colour

function

Principles of design include:

balance

proportion (symmetry and asymmetry)

harmony

contrast

pattern

movement

rhythm

unity

style

focus

scale

dominant

sub-dominant

subordinate relationship

emphasis

proximity

alignment

space

anthropometry

ergonomics

arrangement

workload materials handling capacity

skills available

equipment capabilities

aesthetic relations

tension

development methods

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

work procedures/instructions

manufacturer specifications and instructions

standard forms of workplace process and procedures

organisation work specifications and requirements

legislation, regulations and codes of practice

quality and Australian Standards and procedures

Performance Evidence

Collect, organise and understand information related to furnishing work instructions and work orders and safety procedures

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Research and recommend at least three (3) alternative manufacturing processes to assist with informing the design process and arrive at a solution which meets client requirements

Apply design elements and principles to the research and recommendation of alternative manufacturing processes in accordance with the concepts and design brief

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Lead others and work effectively to improve production quality and outcomes

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Use workplace technology related to the coordination, including communication equipment, time and management aids and other measuring devices

Minimise wastage of resources, including materials, time and money

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity and encourage participation of employees in the planning of work activities and changes

Knowledge Evidence

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to researching and recommending alternative manufacturing processes

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for researching and recommending alternative manufacturing processes

Environmental protection requirements

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant production problem identification and resolution

Elements and principles of design

Aesthetic values

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

Characteristics of materials, products and defects

Relevant computer programs

Research techniques

Alternative manufacturing processes

Storage systems and labelling

Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement