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

MEM05003B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Perform soft soldering

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MEM05003B - Perform soft soldering
Description This unit applies to performing soft soldering applications of ferrous and non-ferrous materials, using straightforward techniques, where heat damage to components or finish of soldered joint is not critical.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application All work is undertaken to predetermined standards of quality, safety and procedures. Techniques of applying soft solder may include the use of soldering irons (all types) and direct flame or other heating devices. Preparation of materials includes cleaning, deburring, twisting of conductors and fluxing.Depending on the actual soldering job, hand and power tools and drawing and interpretation skills may be required. These are covered by units MEM18001C (Use hand tools), MEM18002B (Use power tools/hand held operations) and MEM12023A (Perform engineering measurements).This unit should not be selected if Unit MEM05001B (Perform manual soldering/desoldering - electrical/electronic components) or Unit MEM10002B (Terminate and connect electrical wiring) has already been selected.Band: AUnit Weight: 2
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Fabrication
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: Identify job requirements
  • Soldering requirements are identified and correctly understood from job sheets or instructions.
       
Element: Undertake soft soldering
  • Tools, equipment and consumables appropriate to the task are assembled and prepared for use as required.
  • Materials to be soldered are prepared, arranged and checked as required, to ensure solder joint meets specifications.
  • Correct techniques are used to apply soft solder to standard operating procedures.
  • Solder joint is cleaned and checked for conformance to specifications using standard operating procedures.
       


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, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to perform soft soldering.

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

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication materials handling, recording and reporting associated with performing soft soldering or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.

Method of assessment

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.

Guidance information for assessment


Submission Requirements

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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

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

using soldering irons

using direct flame and other heating devices

reading and interpreting routine information on written job instructions, specifications and standard operating procedures

following oral instruction

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

the effect of material to be soft soldered on the selection of consumables

the reasons for preparing surfaces prior to soldering

the procedures for rectifying defects in soldered joints

use and application of personal protective equipment for soft soldering

safe work practices 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. 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) may also be included.

Tools

Soldering irons (all types) and direct flame or other heating devices

Materials

Ferrous and non-ferrous

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
Soldering requirements are identified and correctly understood from job sheets or instructions. 
Tools, equipment and consumables appropriate to the task are assembled and prepared for use as required. 
Materials to be soldered are prepared, arranged and checked as required, to ensure solder joint meets specifications. 
Correct techniques are used to apply soft solder to standard operating procedures. 
Solder joint is cleaned and checked for conformance to specifications using standard operating procedures. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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