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

MEM05045B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Perform pipe welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency MEM05045B - Perform pipe welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process
Description This unit covers preparing and producing pipe welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding (MMAW).
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to MMAW to code standard carried out using a range of materials. Welds in this unit are associated with high quality fabrications. Butt welds in pipe with the axis horizontal, vertical and/or askew would be applied to meet Australian Standards 1210, AS 4140, ASME IX or equivalent. The unit, together with Unit MEM05026C (Apply welding principles), may satisfy the requirements of AS 1796 Certificates 2 and 4.Where advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping is carried out, Unit MEM05008C (Perform advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping) should also be selected.Band: This unit has dual status and is to be regarded as both a Specialisation band A unit and Specialisation band B unit for progression to C7 (AQF level IV).Unit Weight: 6
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Path 1MEM05007C Perform manual heating and thermal cutting MEM05012C Perform routine manual metal arc welding MEM05015D Weld using manual metal arc welding process MEM05016C Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process MEM05026C Apply welding principles MEM05051A Select welding processes MEM05052A Apply safe welding practices MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing MEM12023A Perform engineering measurements MEM18001C Use hand tools MEM18002B Use power tools/hand held operations
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: Maintain welding equipment
  • Routine maintenance is performed on welding equipment.
       
Element: Prepare welding materials and equipment for MMAW pipe welding to code standards
  • Weld requirements for MMAW welding to code standards are determined.
  • Welding equipment is set up correctly.
  • Materials are prepared to produce pipe weld to code standard.
       
Element: Weld pipe using MMAW to procedure specifications
  • Materials are welded as per weld procedure specification.
       
Element: Ensure weld quality
  • Discontinuities are rectified to ensure conformance to code requirements.
  • Weld records are maintained in accordance with 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 pipe welds to code standards using MMAW process. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.

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. Where assessment occurs off the job, i.e. the candidate is not in productive work, 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 the preparation and production of welds 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

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Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

depositing welds to procedure requirements.

determining weld outcomes, consumables and settings from welding procedure specification

interpreting technical drawings and weld specifications for welding to code standards using MMAW

using hand and power tools to prepare and weld materials to code standard

using measurement and numeracy skills for welding to code standards

using language and literacy skills to enable completion of weld records

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

requirements to produce welds to quality of AS 1210, AS 4140, ASME IX or equivalent

safe welding practices

use and application of personal protective equipment for MMAW

knowledge of appropriate standards or codes

methods for preparing pipe for code standard welding

pre-welding and post-welding heating methods and requirements for pipe welding to code standard

requirements for maintaining weld records to code standard

hazards and control measures associated with welding, including housekeeping

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.

Routine maintenance

Ensuring leads, hand pieces etc. are in serviceable condition, and correct current carrying capacity

Prepare welding materials

Preheating, setting up of jigs, fixtures, clamps, etc.

Prepared

Flame cut and ground or machined

Materials

Carbon/manganese steel, stainless steel and low alloy steel materials, etc.

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
Routine maintenance is performed on welding equipment. 
Weld requirements for MMAW welding to code standards are determined. 
Welding equipment is set up correctly. 
Materials are prepared to produce pipe weld to code standard. 
Materials are welded as per weld procedure specification. 
Discontinuities are rectified to ensure conformance to code requirements. 
Weld records are maintained in accordance with standard operating procedures. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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