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

MSMSUP405 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Identify problems in fluid power system

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSMSUP405 - Identify problems in fluid power system
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to recognise and diagnose problems in hydraulic/pneumatic control systems on process equipment, and take appropriate corrective action. This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to apply knowledge of fluid power systems and components to the identification and isolation of faults in equipment. The key factors are the diagnosis and the recommendation of action to resolve routine and non-routine faults in order to return the equipment to production. The unit applies to all work environments and sectors within the manufacturing industry. It requires an understanding of the operation of all relevant equipment and processes but does not necessarily require them to be used personally.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.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.

The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.

The collection of performance evidence:

should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operation of an operating plant

will typically include a supervisor/third-party report focusing on consistent performance and problem recognition and solving. A supervisor/third-party report must be prepared by someone who has a direct, relevant, current relationship with the person being assessed and who is in a position to form a judgement on workplace performance relevant to the unit of competency

will typically include the use of an appropriate industrial item of equipment requiring demonstration of operation, start and stop procedures and responding to problems

may use industry-based simulation for all or part of the unit particularly where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.

Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment in a simulated environment should use evidence collected from one or more of:

walk-throughs

pilot plant operation

demonstration of skills

industry-based case studies/scenarios

‘what ifs’.

Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.

The regulatory framework will be reflected in workplace policies and procedures and is not required to be independently assessed.

Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 assessor requirements.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Support
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 pneumatic/hydraulic system problems
  • Categorise the types of equipment malfunctions due to fluid power problems
  • Identify the effects on product quality of fluid power problems
  • Describe the function of components on the fluid power circuit diagram
  • Identify possible faulty components from a circuit diagram
  • Identify hazards arising from the problem and implement appropriate hazard control
       


Evidence Required

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Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1

Identify pneumatic/hydraulic system problems

1.1

Categorise the types of equipment malfunctions due to fluid power problems

1.2

Identify the effects on product quality of fluid power problems

1.3

Describe the function of components on the fluid power circuit diagram

1.4

Identify possible faulty components from a circuit diagram

1.5

Identify hazards arising from the problem and implement appropriate hazard control

2

Implement appropriate corrective action

2.1

Identify other possible problems

2.2

Short list possible fault problems

2.3

Investigation machine, products or data to determine most likely problem causes

2.4

Take appropriate action to ensure problem is rectified

2.5

Follow up on action to ensure completion in an appropriate timeframe

2.6

Recheck after corrective action to ensure problem has been rectified

3

Develop maintenance requirements

3.1

Check manufacturer instructions to determine recommended maintenance schedule

3.2

Check fault and maintenance history to determine adequacy of current regime and special requirements

3.3

Determine criticality of machine to production/business

3.4

Develop maintenance schedule/requirements for machine

3.5

Liaise with all relevant stakeholders to ensure schedule is appropriate

3.6

Report outcome to appropriate personnel

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and demonstrate the ability to:

identify fluid power problem and possible problem causes

take appropriate action in a timely manner

apply operational knowledge to non-routine problems

develop appropriate maintenance schedule/requirements.

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

hazards and hazard controls specific to the fluid power system and the plant it is used on

principles of hydraulics/pneumatics and circuit components

fluid power circuit diagrams

types and causes of known fluid power problems for the plant unit and its components

corrective action appropriate to the problem cause

appropriate investigation procedures and use of equipment for a range of equipment faults.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1

Identify pneumatic/hydraulic system problems

1.1

Categorise the types of equipment malfunctions due to fluid power problems

1.2

Identify the effects on product quality of fluid power problems

1.3

Describe the function of components on the fluid power circuit diagram

1.4

Identify possible faulty components from a circuit diagram

1.5

Identify hazards arising from the problem and implement appropriate hazard control

2

Implement appropriate corrective action

2.1

Identify other possible problems

2.2

Short list possible fault problems

2.3

Investigation machine, products or data to determine most likely problem causes

2.4

Take appropriate action to ensure problem is rectified

2.5

Follow up on action to ensure completion in an appropriate timeframe

2.6

Recheck after corrective action to ensure problem has been rectified

3

Develop maintenance requirements

3.1

Check manufacturer instructions to determine recommended maintenance schedule

3.2

Check fault and maintenance history to determine adequacy of current regime and special requirements

3.3

Determine criticality of machine to production/business

3.4

Develop maintenance schedule/requirements for machine

3.5

Liaise with all relevant stakeholders to ensure schedule is appropriate

3.6

Report outcome to appropriate personnel

This field allows for 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.

Regulatory framework

The latest version of all legislation, regulations, industry codes of practice and Australian/international standards, or the version specified by the local regulatory authority, must be used, and include one or more of the following:

legislative requirements, including work health and safety (WHS)

industry codes of practice and guidelines

environmental regulations and guidelines

Australian and other standards

licence and certification requirements

Procedures

All operations must be performed in accordance with relevant procedures.

Procedures are written, verbal, visual, computer-based or in some other form, and include one or more of the following:

work instructions

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

safe work method statements (SWMS)

formulas/recipes

batch sheets

temporary instructions

any similar instructions provided for the smooth running of the plant

Equipment using fluid power control systems

Equipment that uses fluid power control systems include one or more of the following:

pumps

pressure controls

directional control valves (DCVs)

remote operated valves (ROVs)

flow control actuators

accumulators

filters

heat exchangers

proportional, servo and cartridge valves

Non-routine problems

Non-routine problems must be resolved by applying operational knowledge to develop new solutions, either individually or in collaboration with relevant experts to:

determine problems needing action

determine possible fault causes

develop solutions to problems which do not have a known solution

follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred

report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person

Operational knowledge includes one or more of the following:

procedures

training

technical information, such as journals and engineering specifications

remembered experience

relevant knowledge obtained from appropriate people

Hazards

Hazards include one or more of the following:

high pressures (hydraulic and pneumatic)

hot surfaces

equipment failures

heat, smoke, dust or other atmospheric hazards

flammability and explosivity

equipment or product mass

slippery surfaces, spills or leaks

noise, rotational equipment or vibration

electricity

other hazards that might arise

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Categorise the types of equipment malfunctions due to fluid power problems 
Identify the effects on product quality of fluid power problems 
Describe the function of components on the fluid power circuit diagram 
Identify possible faulty components from a circuit diagram 
Identify hazards arising from the problem and implement appropriate hazard control 

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