MARC5001A - Employ tools, equipment and materials in a shipboard context Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
MARC5001A Mapping and Delivery Guide Employ tools, equipment and materials in a shipboard context
Version 1.0 Issue Date: April 2024
Qualification
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Unit of Competency
MARC5001A - Employ tools, equipment and materials in a shipboard context
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to employ tools, equipment and materials to perform maintenance activities on a vessel. It includes the use of hand, power and machine tools, welding equipment, heat treatment processes, soldering operations, adhesives and bonding materials in performing routine and non-routine maintenance activities.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application
This unit applies to the work of a Marine Engineer Class 3.
Duration and Setting
X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Not applicable.
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: Follow safe work practices
Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures relevant to using tools and equipment in a shipboard context are complied with
Safety hazards are identified and reported according to safety and vessel procedures
Prior to use, tools and equipment needed to carry out maintenance activities are checked for correct operation and safety according to safety and vessel procedures
Before commencing maintenance activities, isolation precautions are implemented according to safety and vessel procedures
Element: Carry out heat treatment
Requirements of job are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Heat treatment equipment is selected for required heat treatment according to safety, workplace and manufacturer requirements
Equipment is set up and used according to standard operating procedures and manufacturer instructions
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is used according to standard operating procedures
Emergency procedures are complied with according to approved safety instructions
Safety signs and symbols are identified and complied with according to approved safety instructions
Heat treatment process is applied according to job, safety and workplace requirements
Hazardous conditions are identified and risk control measures are implement to maintain a safe work environment
Element: Use hand tools
Hand tools are used according to workplace procedures, WHS/OHS requirements and manufacturer instructions.
Faults with hand tools and equipment are identified and reported to appropriate personnel
Element: Use hand power tools
Hand power tools are used according to workplace procedures, WHS/OHS requirements and manufacturer instructions.
Faults with hand power tools and equipment are identified and reported to appropriate personnel
Element: Perform onboard pipe work
Job requirements are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Sequence of operations is determined according to workplace, WHS/OHS and job requirements
Pipe work is fabricated and joined according to relevant standards, and job, safety and workplace requirements
Pipe work is inspected for defects according to workplace procedures
Pipe work is installed in specified location without damage or distortion to pipe work, surrounding environment or other services
Type of filters and strainers in shipboard piping systems are located and determined using relevant engineering drawings and specifications
Pipe work is tested for compliance with job specification and workplace requirements
Element: Use machine tools
Job requirements are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Sequence of operations is determined according to workplace, WHS/OHS and job requirements
Machine tools are selected according to workplace procedures, WHS/OHS requirements and manufacturer instructions
Machining operations are performed according to workplace, WHS/OHS and job requirements
Components are measured in line with workplace, WHS/OHS and job requirements
Machine is adjusted and maintained according to workplace, safety, manufacturer and job requirements
Element: Perform welding and thermal cutting operations
Job requirements are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Materials are prepared for welding using correct tools, equipment, materials and procedures
Materials are welded using appropriate welding process according to relevant standards and job, safety and workplace requirements
Joints are welded according to relevant standards and job, safety and workplace requirements
Oxygen fuel gas cutting torch is used to cut straight lines and curves in mild steel plate up to 10 mm thick according to relevant standards and job, safety and workplace requirements
Weld is inspected according to relevant standards, and job and workplace requirements
Element: Perform soldering operations
Job requirements are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Materials are prepared for soldering using correct tools, equipment, materials and procedures
Materials are soldered according to relevant standards and job, safety and workplace requirements
Soldered joints are performed according to relevant standards and job, safety and workplace requirements
Soldered joints are inspected according to relevant standards and job, and workplace requirements
Materials are desoldered using correct procedure and minimising damage to materials/components
Element: Select and use sealants, adhesives, bonding agents, gaskets and packings
Job requirements are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Gaskets and packings are selected and used according to job requirements and manufacturer/component supplier instructions
Sealants and adhesives are selected and used according to job requirements and manufacturer/component supplier instructions
Plastic bonding is performed according to job requirements and manufacturer/component supplier instructions
Sealants, adhesives, bonding agents, gaskets and packings are stored according to workplace and manufacturer/component supplier instructions
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, the required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:
being aware of own ability and limits to rectify irregularities and faults
ensuring currency of relevant WHS/OHS skills and knowledge
initiating timely action in response to defects or damage.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
industry-approved marine operations site where employing tools, equipment and materials in a shipboard context can be conducted
tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities
range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments
appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:
direct observation of the candidate employing tools, equipment and materials in a shipboard context
direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess Required Knowledge.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy requirements of the work being performed and the capacity of the candidate.
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.
Required Skills:
Assess own work outcomes and maintain knowledge of current codes, standards, regulations and industry practices
Communicate procedures associated with using hand and machine tools and equipment verbally and in writing
Identify methods, procedures and materials needed for operating hand and power tools on vessels
Read and interpret written information related to operating tools and equipment used for maintenance operations on board vessels, including technical manuals and specifications
Safely use hand and machine tools
Required Knowledge:
Characteristics, limitations and use of metals and non-metallic materials used in ship construction and repair
Hand and power tools and component:
types
operational characteristics and performance specifications
maintenance
Heat treatment:
material characteristics
applications, equipment and processes
emergency procedures
material preparation, quenching, preheating requirements
material condition during heat treating process
batch and/or piece loading of furnaces
safe loading of furnaces
hazards and control measures associated with heat treatment, including housekeeping
use and application of PPE
safe work practices and procedures
Machine tools:
reasons for selecting chosen sequence of operations
methods of work holding
basic marking out techniques including datum points/lines
geometry of cutting tools for a range of materials and applications
benefits of using correctly sharpened cutting tools
machine operation
selection of feeds and speeds to suit a range of materials and operations within the scope of this unit
correct methods of mounting a variety of cutting tools
safety issues with regard to correct clamping, guards and shields
tolerances and limits of size
situations indicating need for machine adjustment, lubrication and cleaning
techniques, tools and equipment to measure materials and machined components
use and application of PPE
safe work practices and procedures
hazards and control measures associated with general machining
Materials used in ship construction and repair:
metallurgy principles
types of materials
limitations of materials
properties of materials
National and international regulations, IMO Conventions and Codes, including AMSA Marine Orders applicable to managing shipboard plant and equipment maintenance and repair operations on vessels
Pipe work:
installation techniques
purging techniques, applications and precautions
capping/sealing pipe work and assembly methods
identifying location/layout of pipe work and assemblies, and application and characteristics of enclosure/hanging/supporting systems
pipe work, ancillary installation and joining procedures
leak testing applications and uses
Procedures for completing temporary and permanent repair and/or replacement procedures for plant and equipment on board vessels at sea, alongside and in dry dock
Properties and parameters of engineering materials
Safety data sheets (SDS)/Material safety data sheets (MSDS)
Sealants, gaskets, bonding agents, adhesives and packing:
dangers of working with sealants and adhesives
operating principles of gaskets and their relationship to other components
types, characteristics, uses and limitations of sealants and adhesives
gasket installation procedures
sealant and adhesives application techniques
Soldering:
cleaning solutions and properties, and cleaning procedures
use and application of PPE for manual soldering/desoldering
methods of joint preparation
properties of fluxes and their uses
heat and damage protection procedures
procedures for preventing electrostatic discharge damage
soldered joint testing and inspection procedures
reworking procedures and precautions
Testing procedures for materials under load:
compressive load testing procedures
shear load testing procedures
tensile load testing procedures
Welding:
characteristics and properties of common metals and welding materials
effect of gas and electrical welding operations on metals
hazards and control measures associated with gas and electrical welding, including housekeeping
welding safety practices and procedures
effect of various treatments on a range of commonly used metals
use and application of PPE
WHS/OHS legislation, policies and procedures
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Heat treatment process may include:
Annealing
Hardening
Normalising
Tempering
Hand tools may include:
Anvil
Benders
Brushes
Chisels
Chucks
Cutters
Drills
Drivers
Files
Gear pullers
Hacksaws
Hammers
Nippers
Pliers
Punchers
Reamers
Scissors
Scrapers
Spanners
Swage block
Taps and dies
Vises
Wrenches
Hand power tools may include:
Drills
Grinders
Hand shear and nibbler
Impact wrenches
Portable jigsaw
Sanders
Pipe work defects may include:
Ovality
Thinning
Machine tools may include:
Drills
Grinder
Lathes
Milling machines
Welding process may include:
Gas metal arc welding
Gas tungsten arc welding
Oxy-acetylene welding
Shielded metal arc welding
Joints may include:
Butt
Filet joints:
corner joints
lap joints
tee joint plate edge preparations
throat length with concave and convex reinforcement
Soldered joints may include:
Hard
Soft
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
Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures relevant to using tools and equipment in a shipboard context are complied with
Safety hazards are identified and reported according to safety and vessel procedures
Prior to use, tools and equipment needed to carry out maintenance activities are checked for correct operation and safety according to safety and vessel procedures
Before commencing maintenance activities, isolation precautions are implemented according to safety and vessel procedures
Requirements of job are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Heat treatment equipment is selected for required heat treatment according to safety, workplace and manufacturer requirements
Equipment is set up and used according to standard operating procedures and manufacturer instructions
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is used according to standard operating procedures
Emergency procedures are complied with according to approved safety instructions
Safety signs and symbols are identified and complied with according to approved safety instructions
Heat treatment process is applied according to job, safety and workplace requirements
Hazardous conditions are identified and risk control measures are implement to maintain a safe work environment
Hand tools are used according to workplace procedures, WHS/OHS requirements and manufacturer instructions.
Faults with hand tools and equipment are identified and reported to appropriate personnel
Hand power tools are used according to workplace procedures, WHS/OHS requirements and manufacturer instructions.
Faults with hand power tools and equipment are identified and reported to appropriate personnel
Job requirements are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Sequence of operations is determined according to workplace, WHS/OHS and job requirements
Pipe work is fabricated and joined according to relevant standards, and job, safety and workplace requirements
Pipe work is inspected for defects according to workplace procedures
Pipe work is installed in specified location without damage or distortion to pipe work, surrounding environment or other services
Type of filters and strainers in shipboard piping systems are located and determined using relevant engineering drawings and specifications
Pipe work is tested for compliance with job specification and workplace requirements
Job requirements are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Sequence of operations is determined according to workplace, WHS/OHS and job requirements
Machine tools are selected according to workplace procedures, WHS/OHS requirements and manufacturer instructions
Machining operations are performed according to workplace, WHS/OHS and job requirements
Components are measured in line with workplace, WHS/OHS and job requirements
Machine is adjusted and maintained according to workplace, safety, manufacturer and job requirements
Job requirements are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Materials are prepared for welding using correct tools, equipment, materials and procedures
Materials are welded using appropriate welding process according to relevant standards and job, safety and workplace requirements
Joints are welded according to relevant standards and job, safety and workplace requirements
Oxygen fuel gas cutting torch is used to cut straight lines and curves in mild steel plate up to 10 mm thick according to relevant standards and job, safety and workplace requirements
Weld is inspected according to relevant standards, and job and workplace requirements
Job requirements are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Materials are prepared for soldering using correct tools, equipment, materials and procedures
Materials are soldered according to relevant standards and job, safety and workplace requirements
Soldered joints are performed according to relevant standards and job, safety and workplace requirements
Soldered joints are inspected according to relevant standards and job, and workplace requirements
Materials are desoldered using correct procedure and minimising damage to materials/components
Job requirements are determined from engineering drawings, job sheet or supervisor
Gaskets and packings are selected and used according to job requirements and manufacturer/component supplier instructions
Sealants and adhesives are selected and used according to job requirements and manufacturer/component supplier instructions
Plastic bonding is performed according to job requirements and manufacturer/component supplier instructions
Sealants, adhesives, bonding agents, gaskets and packings are stored according to workplace and manufacturer/component supplier instructions
Forms
Assessment Cover Sheet
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