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

FWPCOT3213 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manufacture cutting tools

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FWPCOT3213 - Manufacture cutting tools
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to manufacture cutting tools by selecting appropriate material and machining blanks to specified profiles. Work is completed in a wood products factory setting.The unit applies to Sawdoctor, 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 machine and profile blanks for cutting tools

measuring equipment which includes one or more of the following:

vernier callipers

micrometers

rules

blank stock for cutting tools

personal protective equipment suitable for manufacturing cutting tools

manufacturers’ instructions for use, repair and maintenance of equipment

work order for machining activities with specific instructions for manufacturing cutting tools for specified equipment

template documents for recording processing problems and equipment faults

organisational policies and procedures for manufacturing 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: Select required material
  • Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
  • Obtain information about timber and equipment and review to determine preferred material type and cutting tool dimensions.
  • Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.
  • Select material and cut to suitable lengths for machining cutting tool blank.
  • Plan processes to produce blank in line with work order.
       
Element: Machine blank
  • Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.
  • Determine blank dimensions and tolerances in line with work order.
  • Set up machining equipment in line with manufacturer’s recommendations and industry practices.
  • Machine blank to required dimensions and tolerances using selected processes.
  • Check blank surface finish and dimensions against specifications.
       
Element: Machine required profiles
  • Position blank in suitable attachments to machine tooth profiles.
  • Complete set-up and machine blanks to ensure each tooth profile and dimension meets required tolerances.
  • Check profile surface finish and dimensions against specifications.
  • Dispose of sub-standard profiled material 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. Select required material

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

1.2 Obtain information about timber and equipment and review to determine preferred material type and cutting tool dimensions.

1.3 Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.

1.4 Select material and cut to suitable lengths for machining cutting tool blank.

1.5 Plan processes to produce blank in line with work order.

2. Machine blank

2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.

2.2 Determine blank dimensions and tolerances in line with work order.

2.3 Set up machining equipment in line with manufacturer’s recommendations and industry practices.

2.4 Machine blank to required dimensions and tolerances using selected processes.

2.5 Check blank surface finish and dimensions against specifications.

3. Machine required profiles

3.1 Position blank in suitable attachments to machine tooth profiles.

3.2 Complete set-up and machine blanks to ensure each tooth profile and dimension meets required tolerances.

3.3 Check profile surface finish and dimensions against specifications.

3.4 Dispose of sub-standard profiled material in line with environmental protection practices.

3.5 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 manufacturing cutting tools

safely manufacture cutting tools that meet industry standards and technical requirements

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

purpose, features and operation of tools and equipment used to machine and profile blanks for cutting tools

importance of profiling cutting tools to match requirements for:

characteristics of various materials sawn

speed of the cutting process

direction of the cutting process

cutting angle

cutting tool specifications

methods for:

calculating cutting tool dimensions

machining and profiling blanks to required profile

assessing surface finish and measuring dimensions of finished tool against specifications and tolerances

industry standard and organisational tolerances

organisational procedures specific to manufacturing 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

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

reducing water and energy use

cleaning plant, tools and equipment

disposing of, recycling and reusing materials

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. Select required material

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

1.2 Obtain information about timber and equipment and review to determine preferred material type and cutting tool dimensions.

1.3 Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.

1.4 Select material and cut to suitable lengths for machining cutting tool blank.

1.5 Plan processes to produce blank in line with work order.

2. Machine blank

2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.

2.2 Determine blank dimensions and tolerances in line with work order.

2.3 Set up machining equipment in line with manufacturer’s recommendations and industry practices.

2.4 Machine blank to required dimensions and tolerances using selected processes.

2.5 Check blank surface finish and dimensions against specifications.

3. Machine required profiles

3.1 Position blank in suitable attachments to machine tooth profiles.

3.2 Complete set-up and machine blanks to ensure each tooth profile and dimension meets required tolerances.

3.3 Check profile surface finish and dimensions against specifications.

3.4 Dispose of sub-standard profiled material in line with environmental protection practices.

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

Not Applicable
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
Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel. 
Obtain information about timber and equipment and review to determine preferred material type and cutting tool dimensions. 
Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness. 
Select material and cut to suitable lengths for machining cutting tool blank. 
Plan processes to produce blank in line with work order. 
Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices. 
Determine blank dimensions and tolerances in line with work order. 
Set up machining equipment in line with manufacturer’s recommendations and industry practices. 
Machine blank to required dimensions and tolerances using selected processes. 
Check blank surface finish and dimensions against specifications. 
Position blank in suitable attachments to machine tooth profiles. 
Complete set-up and machine blanks to ensure each tooth profile and dimension meets required tolerances. 
Check profile surface finish and dimensions against specifications. 
Dispose of sub-standard profiled material in line with environmental protection practices. 
Record and report processing problems and equipment faults to appropriate personnel. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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