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

FWPCOT3210 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Sharpen cutting tools

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FWPCOT3210 - Sharpen cutting tools
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to verify cutting tool dimensions, select and set up grinder and attachments, and sharpen cutting tools. Tools include cutters, profile cutters, routers and other rotary cutting tools. Work is completed in a forest products factory setting.The unit applies to Sawdoctor, Sawmaker, Saw Repairer. No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The following resources must be made available:

tools and equipment used to sharpen cutting tools including grinders and one or more of the following:

abrasive grinding wheels in a variety of diameters

slicers

mincer plates

chucks

collets

clamps

dividing heads

drill bit holders

vices

resting brackets

cutting equipment for which cutters are to be sharpened:

cutters

profile cutters

routers

coolant

personal protective equipment suitable for sharpening cutting tools

manufacturers’ instructions for use, repair and maintenance of equipment

work order for repair and maintenance activities with specific instructions for sharpening cutting tools in specified equipment

template documents for recording processing problems and equipment faults

organisational policies and procedures for sharpening cutting tools.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
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 required cutting tool dimensions
  • Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
  • Obtain site documentation and drawings and verify cutting tool dimensions.
  • Check cutter angles to improve efficiency of expended cutting energy in mill operations.
  • Check cutting tool condition against required dimensions, angles and finish.
  • Assess and document additional cutting processes in line with work order.
       
Element: Select and set up grinder
  • Select appropriate repair, maintenance and personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.
  • Select grinding wheel of appropriate diameter to suit sharpening requirements and mount on grinder.
  • Dress grinding wheel to maintain cutting surface and suit cutting tool dimensions.
  • Configure grinder attachments to suit cutting tool dimensions and profile.
       
Element: Operate grinder to sharpen cutting tool blades
  • Follow organisational safety procedures and manufacturer’s recommendations throughout all repair and maintenance processes.
  • Select grinding speeds and feeds to suit cutting tool material, grinding wheel material and configuration.
  • Maintain cutting angles and grind cutting edges to remove nicks, lands and other imperfections.
  • Check cutting teeth systematically for consistent measurements to specifications.
  • Monitor grinder for operational effectiveness and apply coolant as required.
  • Remove cutting tool and store to maintain cutting edges.
  • Dispose of unserviceable and damaged cutting tools in line with environmental protection practices.
  • Record and report processing problems and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.
       


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. Determine required cutting tool dimensions

1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Obtain site documentation and drawings and verify cutting tool dimensions.

1.3 Check cutter angles to improve efficiency of expended cutting energy in mill operations.

1.4 Check cutting tool condition against required dimensions, angles and finish.

1.5 Assess and document additional cutting processes in line with work order.

2. Select and set up grinder

2.1 Select appropriate repair, maintenance and personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.

2.2 Select grinding wheel of appropriate diameter to suit sharpening requirements and mount on grinder.

2.3 Dress grinding wheel to maintain cutting surface and suit cutting tool dimensions.

2.4 Configure grinder attachments to suit cutting tool dimensions and profile.

3. Operate grinder to sharpen cutting tool blades

3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures and manufacturer’s recommendations throughout all repair and maintenance processes.

3.2 Select grinding speeds and feeds to suit cutting tool material, grinding wheel material and configuration.

3.3 Maintain cutting angles and grind cutting edges to remove nicks, lands and other imperfections.

3.4 Check cutting teeth systematically for consistent measurements to specifications.

3.5 Monitor grinder for operational effectiveness and apply coolant as required.

3.6 Remove cutting tool and store to maintain cutting edges.

3.7 Dispose of unserviceable and damaged cutting tools in line with environmental protection practices.

3.8 Record and report processing problems and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

follow organizational policies and procedures relevant to sharpening cutting tools

determine cutting tool dimensions

select and set up grinder and attachments

sharpen cutting tools in line with an individual work order

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

purpose, features and operation of cutting equipment for which cutters are sharpened:

cutters

profile cutters

routers

purpose, features, operation and limitations of tools and equipment used to sharpen cutting tools:

grinding machines

grinding machine attachments

abrasive grinding wheels

methods for:

determining cutting tool dimensions

removing cutters from cutting equipment

assessing cutter condition

selecting appropriate grinding wheels; diameter and material

sharpening cutters to specified requirements

setting cutters to a specified profile

pitch and angles at which cutters are sharpened

abrasive wheel technology, including wheel types, safe use and storage, cutting speeds, special applications, selection, specifications and design limitations.

range of speeds at which abrasive wheels can be operated without damaging cutting tools

environmental protection practices for repairing and maintaining tools and equipment in forest products factory settings:

reducing water and energy use

cleaning plant, tools and equipment

disposing of, recycling and reusing materials

organisational procedures specific to sharpening cutting tools:

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out and use of personal protective equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting processing problems and equipment faults.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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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. Determine required cutting tool dimensions

1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Obtain site documentation and drawings and verify cutting tool dimensions.

1.3 Check cutter angles to improve efficiency of expended cutting energy in mill operations.

1.4 Check cutting tool condition against required dimensions, angles and finish.

1.5 Assess and document additional cutting processes in line with work order.

2. Select and set up grinder

2.1 Select appropriate repair, maintenance and personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.

2.2 Select grinding wheel of appropriate diameter to suit sharpening requirements and mount on grinder.

2.3 Dress grinding wheel to maintain cutting surface and suit cutting tool dimensions.

2.4 Configure grinder attachments to suit cutting tool dimensions and profile.

3. Operate grinder to sharpen cutting tool blades

3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures and manufacturer’s recommendations throughout all repair and maintenance processes.

3.2 Select grinding speeds and feeds to suit cutting tool material, grinding wheel material and configuration.

3.3 Maintain cutting angles and grind cutting edges to remove nicks, lands and other imperfections.

3.4 Check cutting teeth systematically for consistent measurements to specifications.

3.5 Monitor grinder for operational effectiveness and apply coolant as required.

3.6 Remove cutting tool and store to maintain cutting edges.

3.7 Dispose of unserviceable and damaged cutting tools in line with environmental protection practices.

3.8 Record and report processing problems and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.

Not Applicable
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel. 
Obtain site documentation and drawings and verify cutting tool dimensions. 
Check cutter angles to improve efficiency of expended cutting energy in mill operations. 
Check cutting tool condition against required dimensions, angles and finish. 
Assess and document additional cutting processes in line with work order. 
Select appropriate repair, maintenance and personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness. 
Select grinding wheel of appropriate diameter to suit sharpening requirements and mount on grinder. 
Dress grinding wheel to maintain cutting surface and suit cutting tool dimensions. 
Configure grinder attachments to suit cutting tool dimensions and profile. 
Follow organisational safety procedures and manufacturer’s recommendations throughout all repair and maintenance processes. 
Select grinding speeds and feeds to suit cutting tool material, grinding wheel material and configuration. 
Maintain cutting angles and grind cutting edges to remove nicks, lands and other imperfections. 
Check cutting teeth systematically for consistent measurements to specifications. 
Monitor grinder for operational effectiveness and apply coolant as required. 
Remove cutting tool and store to maintain cutting edges. 
Dispose of unserviceable and damaged cutting tools in line with environmental protection practices. 
Record and report processing problems and equipment faults to appropriate personnel. 

Forms

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