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

CPCCSG3005 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Engrave signs

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPCCSG3005 - Engrave signs
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to engrave signs using specialist rotary engravers. It covers setting up and initialising computer software to interact with the engraving system, preparing tools and materials for engraving, and operating high speed equipment to produce detailed sign artwork that meets client requirements.The unit supports sign manufacturers who produce fine, detailed markings on various materials, including metal and non-metal. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Suitable assessment of performance requires:

equipment:

cutting tools

engraving system

industry-recognised engraving software

laser engravers

personal protective equipment, including:

chemical proof gloves

dustcoats

glasses

hearing protection

rotary engravers

materials:

acrylic

aluminium

brass

cleaning chemicals, including thinners and methylated spirits

cutting lubricants

engraving laminate

glass

paints to fill engraved letters or graphics

stainless steel

contingencies:

faults in hardware and software

need to change cutter tools to rectify faults or resharpen

specifications:

client requirements

SDS

physical conditions:

workshop with workspace and lighting suitable for using engraving systems and producing engraved signs

timeframe:

according to job requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Signs and graphics
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: Plan and prepare work.
  • Job requirements are identified, confirmed with client, and applied to planning and preparation.
  • Health and safety requirements are identified according to specified tasks and workplace operations, and applied to planning.
  • Tools and equipment suited to the task are selected, checked for serviceability, and faults are rectified or reported before starting work.
  • Materials are selected, checked for quality, and faults are remedied or reported before starting work.
  • Client artwork is checked for compatibility with existing software and used to produce working file.
       


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1

Plan and prepare work.

1.1

Job requirements are identified, confirmed with client, and applied to planning and preparation.

1.2

Health and safety requirements are identified according to specified tasks and workplace operations, and applied to planning.

1.3

Tools and equipment suited to the task are selected, checked for serviceability, and faults are rectified or reported before starting work.

1.4

Materials are selected, checked for quality, and faults are remedied or reported before starting work.

1.5

Client artwork is checked for compatibility with existing software and used to produce working file.

2

Set up engraving hardware and software.

2.1

Connections between engraving software and hardware are established, tested for operational functionality, and faults are identified and rectified or referred to relevant personnel.

2.2

Specifications are entered into engraving software.

2.3

Cutter starting position is identified and set up in engraving software.

2.4

Home position is located in engraving system and set up according to the task.

3

Use engraving materials and systems.

3.1

Material is set out and fixed into starting position to correct cut depth, ready for engraving.

3.2

Cutter tools are positioned over materials and engraving system is operated according to manufacturer specifications.

3.3

Operation of cutter tools is routinely checked for performance and, when necessary, tools are safely removed for sharpening or replacement.

3.4

Quality of engraving is checked against client requirements and faults are identified and rectified as required.

4

Finish engraved sign.

4.1

Engraved sign is cleaned of any loose surface materials.

4.2

Engraved sign is paint filled according to client requirements.

4.3

Engraved sign is polished and buffed and sign edges smoothed according to job requirements.

4.4

Engraved sign is checked to be clean and blemish free and carefully stored to prevent surface damage.

5

Clean up.

5.1

Work area is cleaned and waste materials removed according to statutory and regulatory authority requirements.

5.2

Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are safely cleaned, maintained and stored according to workplace requirements.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, and must engrave three signs each containing four lines of text, with a border and a centred graphic or logo as follows.

at least one sign must be engraved on one of the following metal surfaces:

aluminium

brass

stainless steel

at least one sign must be engraved on one of the following non-metal surfaces:

acrylic

engraving laminate.

In doing the above work, the person must:

select and prepare cutter tools and equipment for the task

set up engraving software with accurate parameters for the task, including speed, depth and number of passes appropriate to the task

engrave and finish the sign to client requirements using cleaning and polishing materials.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

application of the following typography elements in sign-writing and engraving, including:

font types

principles of layout

size and spacing

engraving processes and their use of:

cutter types

engraving depths

engraving materials and their uses

engraving software

guillotine systems

types, uses and limitations of engraving systems

manufacturer specifications for the safe use and maintenance of engravers and cutters

processes to check and ensure correct grammar, spelling and punctuation and their application in engraving signs

safe operating procedures for the use of high speed cutting tools and equipment used in engraving

safety data sheets (SDS) relevant to the use of engraving tools.


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1

Plan and prepare work.

1.1

Job requirements are identified, confirmed with client, and applied to planning and preparation.

1.2

Health and safety requirements are identified according to specified tasks and workplace operations, and applied to planning.

1.3

Tools and equipment suited to the task are selected, checked for serviceability, and faults are rectified or reported before starting work.

1.4

Materials are selected, checked for quality, and faults are remedied or reported before starting work.

1.5

Client artwork is checked for compatibility with existing software and used to produce working file.

2

Set up engraving hardware and software.

2.1

Connections between engraving software and hardware are established, tested for operational functionality, and faults are identified and rectified or referred to relevant personnel.

2.2

Specifications are entered into engraving software.

2.3

Cutter starting position is identified and set up in engraving software.

2.4

Home position is located in engraving system and set up according to the task.

3

Use engraving materials and systems.

3.1

Material is set out and fixed into starting position to correct cut depth, ready for engraving.

3.2

Cutter tools are positioned over materials and engraving system is operated according to manufacturer specifications.

3.3

Operation of cutter tools is routinely checked for performance and, when necessary, tools are safely removed for sharpening or replacement.

3.4

Quality of engraving is checked against client requirements and faults are identified and rectified as required.

4

Finish engraved sign.

4.1

Engraved sign is cleaned of any loose surface materials.

4.2

Engraved sign is paint filled according to client requirements.

4.3

Engraved sign is polished and buffed and sign edges smoothed according to job requirements.

4.4

Engraved sign is checked to be clean and blemish free and carefully stored to prevent surface damage.

5

Clean up.

5.1

Work area is cleaned and waste materials removed according to statutory and regulatory authority requirements.

5.2

Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are safely cleaned, maintained and stored according to workplace requirements.

This section specifies 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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Job requirements must include:

purpose of sign

quality requirements

size and style of sign.

Health and safety requirements must include:

selection, correct fitting, and use of PPE prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices

emergency procedures, including:

evacuation

first aid

location and use of firefighting equipment

sufficient lighting to perform detailed engraving work

processes for the safe:

set-up and operation of cutting tools and equipment

handling and storage of materials

safe operating procedures, including the conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:

exposure to dust

working in proximity to others

working with high speed cutting equipment.

Specifications must include:

cut depth

material type and thickness.

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 requirements are identified, confirmed with client, and applied to planning and preparation. 
Health and safety requirements are identified according to specified tasks and workplace operations, and applied to planning. 
Tools and equipment suited to the task are selected, checked for serviceability, and faults are rectified or reported before starting work. 
Materials are selected, checked for quality, and faults are remedied or reported before starting work. 
Client artwork is checked for compatibility with existing software and used to produce working file. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

CPCCSG3005 - Engrave signs
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Assessment Record Sheet

CPCCSG3005 - Engrave signs

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Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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