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

MSFGG3013 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Set up and operate insulated glass unit (IGU) manufacturing equipment

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFGG3013 - Set up and operate insulated glass unit (IGU) manufacturing equipment
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers setting up and operating IGU manufacturing equipment to process two sheets of glass that are separated by a spacer, and sealed to form an airtight unit and conducting associated quality testing.No licensing, legislative 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.

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to IGU manufacturing equipment, workplace operating procedures, unprocessed materials, personal protective equipment and an appropriate work area.
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: Prepare for work
  • Work requirements are determined from work instructions
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements relevant to operating insulating glass equipment, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work
  • Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job requirements and workplace procedures
  • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, of the required quality, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • IGU machines, tools and equipment are identified and checked for safe and effective operation, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls
  • Procedures for checking quality of materials and items produced, rating system compliance, working condition of equipment, and quality requirements for each stage of the IGU manufacturing process are identified
  • Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient work flow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety throughout the insulated glass manufacturing process
       
Element: Set up equipment
  • Machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions
  • IGU spacers are cut and sorted into order of run in accordance with workplace procedures
  • The desiccant hygroscopic substance that induces or sustains a state of dryness (desiccation) to be used in process is tested in accordance with industry standards and workplace practices
  • Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation, accuracy and quality of finished work, and any necessary adjustments made to machine settings
       
Element: Conduct IGU manufacturing operations
  • Glass sheets are loaded into IGU machine using the appropriate mechanical handling equipment
  • IGU spacers are assembled in accordance with specification/order and workplace procedures
  • IGU machine is operated to wash and dry glass and to press the unit
  • Unit is unloaded from IGU machine and relocated for sealing using appropriate mechanical handling equipment in accordance with workplace practices
  • Primary and secondary seal equipment is operated in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Testing for water vapour (dewpoint) and integrity of sealing (moisture) is conducted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Serviceable units are labelled and stored in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures, with items not meeting quality requirements being discarded or returned for reprocessing in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Complete work and maintain equipment
  • Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate
  • IGU machine is cleaned and inspected for serviceability in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Equipment and tooling are maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately
  • Documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements
       


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.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Work requirements are determined from work instructions

1.2

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements relevant to operating insulating glass equipment, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work

1.3

Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job requirements and workplace procedures

1.4

Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, of the required quality, serviceable and in a safe condition

1.5

IGU machines, tools and equipment are identified and checked for safe and effective operation, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls

1.6

Procedures for checking quality of materials and items produced, rating system compliance, working condition of equipment, and quality requirements for each stage of the IGU manufacturing process are identified

1.7

Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient work flow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety throughout the insulated glass manufacturing process

2

Set up equipment

2.1

Machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions

2.2

IGU spacers are cut and sorted into order of run in accordance with workplace procedures

2.3

The desiccant hygroscopic substance that induces or sustains a state of dryness (desiccation) to be used in process is tested in accordance with industry standards and workplace practices

2.4

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation, accuracy and quality of finished work, and any necessary adjustments made to machine settings

3

Conduct IGU manufacturing operations

3.1

Glass sheets are loaded into IGU machine using the appropriate mechanical handling equipment

3.2

IGU spacers are assembled in accordance with specification/order and workplace procedures

3.3

IGU machine is operated to wash and dry glass and to press the unit

3.4

Unit is unloaded from IGU machine and relocated for sealing using appropriate mechanical handling equipment in accordance with workplace practices

3.5

Primary and secondary seal equipment is operated in accordance with workplace procedures

3.6

Testing for water vapour (dewpoint) and integrity of sealing (moisture) is conducted in accordance with workplace procedures

3.7

Serviceable units are labelled and stored in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures, with items not meeting quality requirements being discarded or returned for reprocessing in accordance with workplace procedures

4

Complete work and maintain equipment

4.1

Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate

4.2

IGU machine is cleaned and inspected for serviceability in accordance with workplace procedures

4.3

Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures

4.4

Equipment and tooling are maintained in accordance with workplace procedures

4.5

Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately

4.6

Documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Prepare, set up, manufacture and conduct the appropriate quality testing of five (5) differing IGU patterns to the capacity of the IGU machine

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

Correct procedures for the set-up, operation and operator maintenance of IGU manufacturing equipment

Glass and window rating systems for insulation applications

Work flow requirements relating to the operation of IGU manufacturing equipment

Characteristics of materials used and uses of products produced in the IGU manufacturing process

Relevant workplace procedures for the reporting of material, product or equipment faults

Workplace safety system requirements related to the operation of IGU manufacturing equipment

Relevant Australian Standards

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.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Work requirements are determined from work instructions

1.2

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements relevant to operating insulating glass equipment, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work

1.3

Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job requirements and workplace procedures

1.4

Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, of the required quality, serviceable and in a safe condition

1.5

IGU machines, tools and equipment are identified and checked for safe and effective operation, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls

1.6

Procedures for checking quality of materials and items produced, rating system compliance, working condition of equipment, and quality requirements for each stage of the IGU manufacturing process are identified

1.7

Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient work flow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety throughout the insulated glass manufacturing process

2

Set up equipment

2.1

Machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions

2.2

IGU spacers are cut and sorted into order of run in accordance with workplace procedures

2.3

The desiccant hygroscopic substance that induces or sustains a state of dryness (desiccation) to be used in process is tested in accordance with industry standards and workplace practices

2.4

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation, accuracy and quality of finished work, and any necessary adjustments made to machine settings

3

Conduct IGU manufacturing operations

3.1

Glass sheets are loaded into IGU machine using the appropriate mechanical handling equipment

3.2

IGU spacers are assembled in accordance with specification/order and workplace procedures

3.3

IGU machine is operated to wash and dry glass and to press the unit

3.4

Unit is unloaded from IGU machine and relocated for sealing using appropriate mechanical handling equipment in accordance with workplace practices

3.5

Primary and secondary seal equipment is operated in accordance with workplace procedures

3.6

Testing for water vapour (dewpoint) and integrity of sealing (moisture) is conducted in accordance with workplace procedures

3.7

Serviceable units are labelled and stored in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures, with items not meeting quality requirements being discarded or returned for reprocessing in accordance with workplace procedures

4

Complete work and maintain equipment

4.1

Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate

4.2

IGU machine is cleaned and inspected for serviceability in accordance with workplace procedures

4.3

Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures

4.4

Equipment and tooling are maintained in accordance with workplace procedures

4.5

Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately

4.6

Documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Work requirements include:

material to be used

process required to complete work tasks

the required size of the units

number of IGUs required and holding area for completed items

Tools and equipment include:

cutting equipment (e.g. saws)

spacer preparation equipment (appropriate size)

sieve machine and desiccant equipment

primary seal equipment

secondary seal equipment

basic hand tools (e.g. screwdrivers and scrapers)

mechanical handling equipment

Materials include:

customer requirements for glass (annealed, toughened or laminated)

corner keys for spacers

appropriate primary (polyisobutylene) and secondary sealant (polysulphide)

separation paper

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices:

gauntlets

gloves

safety glasses

hearing protection

hard hats

safety footwear

aprons and overalls

Information and procedures include:

workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment and personal protective equipment

work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Australian Standards:

AS 1288:2006 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation.

AS/NZS 2208:1996 Safety glazing materials in buildings

AS/NZS 4666:2012 Insulating glass units

AS/NZS 4667:2000 Quality requirements for cut-to-size and processed glass

Note, wherever Australia Standards are listed they apply at the time of publication, but the most current version (including amendments) or replacement versions are to be used.

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 requirements are determined from work instructions 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements relevant to operating insulating glass equipment, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work 
Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job requirements and workplace procedures 
Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, of the required quality, serviceable and in a safe condition 
IGU machines, tools and equipment are identified and checked for safe and effective operation, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls 
Procedures for checking quality of materials and items produced, rating system compliance, working condition of equipment, and quality requirements for each stage of the IGU manufacturing process are identified 
Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient work flow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety throughout the insulated glass manufacturing process 
Machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions 
IGU spacers are cut and sorted into order of run in accordance with workplace procedures 
The desiccant hygroscopic substance that induces or sustains a state of dryness (desiccation) to be used in process is tested in accordance with industry standards and workplace practices 
Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation, accuracy and quality of finished work, and any necessary adjustments made to machine settings 
Glass sheets are loaded into IGU machine using the appropriate mechanical handling equipment 
IGU spacers are assembled in accordance with specification/order and workplace procedures 
IGU machine is operated to wash and dry glass and to press the unit 
Unit is unloaded from IGU machine and relocated for sealing using appropriate mechanical handling equipment in accordance with workplace practices 
Primary and secondary seal equipment is operated in accordance with workplace procedures 
Testing for water vapour (dewpoint) and integrity of sealing (moisture) is conducted in accordance with workplace procedures 
Serviceable units are labelled and stored in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures, with items not meeting quality requirements being discarded or returned for reprocessing in accordance with workplace procedures 
Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate 
IGU machine is cleaned and inspected for serviceability in accordance with workplace procedures 
Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures 
Equipment and tooling are maintained in accordance with workplace procedures 
Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately 
Documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements 

Forms

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