Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AUM8051B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct basic welding, thermal cutting, heating and gouging operations

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AUM8051B - Conduct basic welding, thermal cutting, heating and gouging operations
Description This unit describes the application of the required skills and knowledge to conduct basic welding, thermal cutting, heating and gouging operations.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Employability Skills This unit contains Employability Skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application The unit applies to the automotive and related component manufacturing environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a production worker level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil Nil
Competency Field Truck/Bus/Trailer Manufacture and Assembly
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Determine job requirements
  • Job specifications and requirements are interpreted and determined from job sheets and / or work instructions
  • Appropriate OHS practices are identified and adhered to in accordance with OHS, legislative and organisation requirements
  • Information is accessed from appropriate sources to enable welding to be performed in accordance with vehicle and equipment manufacturer procedures
  • Approved methods and equipment are accessed and used, according to type of material and repairs required
       
Element: Plan and prepare to undertake the work
  • Plant/equipment/resources required to satisfy the work plan are identified, obtained and inspected for compliance with the job specifications
  • Relevant plans, drawings and texts are selected and interpreted in accordance with the work plan
  • Correct size, type and quantity of materials/components are determined, obtained and inspected for compliance with the job specifications
  • Work is planned in detail including sequencing and prioritising and considerations made in accordance with system/site requirements
  • Work area is prepared in accordance with work requirements and site procedures
  • Potential hazards are identified and prevention and/or control measures are selected in accordance with the work plan and site procedures
  • Work completion details are finalised in accordance with site/enterprise procedures
       
Element: Conduct work
  • Work is completed without causing damage to any workplace property or vehicle, system or component
  • Oxy acetylene welding and spot welding are carried out according to standards
  • Gas metal arc (MIG) and arc welding are carried out according to standards
  • Heating is carried out according to standards
  • Thermal cutting and gouging are carried out according to standards
       


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, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the following is essential:

compliance with relevant legislative, regulations, standards, codes of practice and establish safe practices and enterprise policies and procedures for managing personal work priorities

maintaining a working knowledge of current work systems and practices

working and communicating effectively and positively with others involved in the work

applying, within authority, the requirements of the job or work role in relation to:

achieving production goals

achieving work quality goals

responding positively to changing work requirements

contributing effectively to cost reduction initiatives

effectively applying problem solving techniques

modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

interpret and communicate operational information

employ safe working practices

conduct MIG and arc welding processes

conduct Oxy acetylene and resistance welding processes

conduct heating and thermal cutting and gouging processes

manual straight line cutting standards

use relevant tools and equipment.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process

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

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

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

assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application

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.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, 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 section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills

speak clearly and directly in order to report potential hazards to appropriate personnel

apply teamwork to a range of situations, including the drafting of work plans

solve problems particularly in teams in order to meet performance indicators

show initiative in adapting to changing work conditions or contexts particularly when working across a variety of work areas

access, interpret and apply information on relevant organisation policies, procedures and instructions, particularly to ensure oxy acetylene welding is carried out according to standards

manage time when planning, preparing and organising work priorities

take responsibility for organising own work priorities.

Required knowledge

relevant Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental regulations and enterprise policies and procedures needed to carry out work in a manner which ensures the safety of people, equipment and the environment. The specific regulations will vary according to the area of operation

enterprise technical work documentation covering procedures, specifications, schedules and work plans or equivalent

enterprise quality system documentation covering instructions, procedures, performance indicators and review processes or equivalent

enterprise cost minimisation/waste avoidance policies, procedures and practices

environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution techniques.

OHS regulations/requirements

equipment safety requirement

personal safety requirement (eg. toxic fumes/lead poisoning)

types of metals relevant to the applications

types of fluxes, rods and their application

manual metal arc welding procedures

MIG procedures

oxy acetylene and resistance welding procedures

heating procedures - oxy acetylene and oxy LPG

thermal cutting and gouging processes.

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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.

OHS requirements may include:

Legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures and may include: the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organisation and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering the use of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling procedures including lifting and carrying.

Legislative requirements may include:

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes of practice, including those related to:

anti-discrimination

award and enterprise agreements

confidentiality and privacy

duty of care

employee relations

environment protection

equal opportunity

industrial relations

relevant industry codes of practice.

Organisationrequirements may include:

access and equity principles and practices

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

emergency and evacuation procedures

equipment use procedures

ethical standards

legal obligations

maintenance and storage procedures

OHS requirements

organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

procedural manuals

quality assurance guidelines

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

recording and reporting guidelines.

Information may include:

vehicle/manufacturer specifications

company operating procedures

product manufacturer specifications

customer requirements

industry/workplace codes of practice

statutory legislation

material safety data sheets

State/industry OH&S legislation

Resources may include:

hand tools, welding equipment including: manual metal arc, gas metal arc (MIG), oxy acetylene and spot

heating equipment including: oxy acetylene and oxy LPG

thermal cutting equipment including: oxy acetylene and/or plasma arc

substrates to include aluminium, bissaloy, steel

job sheets, drawings, work instructions

qualified workplace assessor

workplace or simulated workplace.

Standards may include:

industry regulations/guidelines

OHS legislation

statutory legislation

organisation policy/procedures.

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
Job specifications and requirements are interpreted and determined from job sheets and / or work instructions 
Appropriate OHS practices are identified and adhered to in accordance with OHS, legislative and organisation requirements 
Information is accessed from appropriate sources to enable welding to be performed in accordance with vehicle and equipment manufacturer procedures 
Approved methods and equipment are accessed and used, according to type of material and repairs required 
Plant/equipment/resources required to satisfy the work plan are identified, obtained and inspected for compliance with the job specifications 
Relevant plans, drawings and texts are selected and interpreted in accordance with the work plan 
Correct size, type and quantity of materials/components are determined, obtained and inspected for compliance with the job specifications 
Work is planned in detail including sequencing and prioritising and considerations made in accordance with system/site requirements 
Work area is prepared in accordance with work requirements and site procedures 
Potential hazards are identified and prevention and/or control measures are selected in accordance with the work plan and site procedures 
Work completion details are finalised in accordance with site/enterprise procedures 
Work is completed without causing damage to any workplace property or vehicle, system or component 
Oxy acetylene welding and spot welding are carried out according to standards 
Gas metal arc (MIG) and arc welding are carried out according to standards 
Heating is carried out according to standards 
Thermal cutting and gouging are carried out according to standards 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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