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

PMBTECH403 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Test fibre-composites materials and laminates

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PMBTECH403 - Test fibre-composites materials and laminates
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to test fibre reinforced plastics materials and laminates. It applies to testing of raw materials and products. Tests are typically done to check conformance with design and quality specifications or to compare specific characteristics of materials/products.This unit of competency applies to technicians or those in similar roles who are required to determine test specifications, prepare samples, perform tests and make recommendations based on the results.This unit of competency applies to a technician applying specialised theoretical and technical knowledge and well developed skills in situations that require autonomy, discretion and judgement. The person may work alone or as a member of a team or group and will work in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor, 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 shall be based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.

The collection of performance evidence is best done from a report and/or folio of evidence drawn from:

a single project which provides sufficient evidence of the requirements of all the elements and performance criteria

multiple smaller projects which together provide sufficient evidence of the requirements of all the elements and performance criteria.

A third-party report, or similar, may be needed to testify to the work done by the individual, particularly when the project has been done as part of a project team.

Assessment should use a real project in an operational workplace. Where this is not possible or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors assessment must occur using a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment that reflects 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 demonstration of skills and one or more of:

walk-throughs

pilot plant operation

industry-based case studies/scenarios

‘what ifs’.

Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews.

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.

Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.

In addition the assessor or anyone acting in subject matter expert role in assessment shall demonstrate both technical competency and currency. If the assessor cannot demonstrate technical competency and currency they shall assess with a subject matter expert who does meet these requirements.

Technical competence can be demonstrated through one or more of:

relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment

appropriate workplace experience undertaking the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions

appropriate workplace experience supervising/evaluating the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions

Currency can be demonstrated through one or more of:

being currently employed undertaking the type of work being assessed

being employed by the organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed and having maintained currency in accordance with that organisation’s policies and procedures

having consulted/had contact with an organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed within the last twelve months, the consultation/contact being related to assessment

conducting on the job training/assessments of the type of work being assessed

being an active member of a relevant professional body and participating in activities relevant to the assessment of this type of work.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Technical
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: Determine test requirements
  • Identify properties to be measured according to specification
  • Select appropriate test methods according to specifications
  • Select appropriate testing equipment according to standards and specifications
       
Element: Perform raw material tests
  • Prepare samples according to specification
  • Perform tests in accordance with job specifications
  • Record test results according to standard procedures
  • Interpret test results and compare with manufacturer material data sheets
       
Element: Perform moulded product tests
  • Prepare samples according to specification
  • Perform tests in accordance with job specifications
  • Record test results according to standard procedures
  • Interpret test result and compare against quality specification
       
Element: Record and report test results
  • Document tests to enterprise requirements
  • Compare results against standards
  • Make written recommendations based on test results
       


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

Determine test requirements

1.1

Identify properties to be measured according to specification

1.2

Select appropriate test methods according to specifications

1.3

Select appropriate testing equipment according to standards and specifications

2

Perform raw material tests

2.1

Prepare samples according to specification

2.2

Perform tests in accordance with job specifications

2.3

Record test results according to standard procedures

2.4

Interpret test results and compare with manufacturer material data sheets

3

Perform moulded product tests

3.1

Prepare samples according to specification

3.2

Perform tests in accordance with job specifications

3.3

Record test results according to standard procedures

3.4

Interpret test result and compare against quality specification

4

Record and report test results

4.1

Document tests to enterprise requirements

4.2

Compare results against standards

4.3

Make written recommendations based on test results

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

read and interpret technical reports and specifications, material data sheets and standard test methods

determine test specifications

prepare samples

perform tests

record test results

interpret results and make recommendations, including one (1) or more of:

process control actions

raw material suitability

product acceptance.

Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge relevant to their job sufficient to fulfil their job role, including knowledge of:

types of tests, their purposes and functions, including:

raw material applications (e.g. resin viscosity, specific gravity of resins and gelcoats, gel time, resin exotherm, monomer content, heat deflection temperature, styrene emission, resin colour, and gelcoat water resistance)

laminate applications (e.g. Barcol hardness, tensile strength and elongation, compressive strength, flexural strength and flexural modulus, impact strength, glass content, water absorption, product weathering capabilities, dielectric strength, flammability, acid and alkali resistance, and thickness testing)

test applications (e.g. comparing use of common resins and reinforcements in laminates, comparing the tensile strength of given laminates with metals, and comparing test failure modes of laminate samples with metals)

materials, equipment and process interactions and their impacts on performance

quality requirements at each stage of production

product or material test performance indices within standard variation and standard response procedures

role of testing in quality control and quality assurance procedures

relevance of failure mode to fibre reinforced plastic laminate design

effect of creep and fatigue on laminates

relationship of laminate thickness to bonding and material properties

span and deflection

safe test procedures

organisation procedures relevant to the work environment/job role

hierarchy of control

hazards that may arise in the job/work environment and:

their possible causes

potential consequences

appropriate risk controls.

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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

Determine test requirements

1.1

Identify properties to be measured according to specification

1.2

Select appropriate test methods according to specifications

1.3

Select appropriate testing equipment according to standards and specifications

2

Perform raw material tests

2.1

Prepare samples according to specification

2.2

Perform tests in accordance with job specifications

2.3

Record test results according to standard procedures

2.4

Interpret test results and compare with manufacturer material data sheets

3

Perform moulded product tests

3.1

Prepare samples according to specification

3.2

Perform tests in accordance with job specifications

3.3

Record test results according to standard procedures

3.4

Interpret test result and compare against quality specification

4

Record and report test results

4.1

Document tests to enterprise requirements

4.2

Compare results against standards

4.3

Make written recommendations based on test results

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.

Applicable legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice include:

health, safety and environmental (HSE) legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to the workplace, manual handling and hazardous materials

Australian/international standards relevant to the materials being used and products being made

any relevant licence and certification requirements.

All operations to which this unit applies are subject to stringent HSE requirements, which may be imposed through state/territory or federal legislation, and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and such requirements the legislative requirements take precedence.

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 any combination of:

test procedures

technical specifications

technical drawings

emergency procedures

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.

Tools and equipment

Tools and equipment include:

testing equipment, including one or more of:

gel timer

flow meter

tensile tester

hardness tester

mold flow indexer

flammability/smoke tester

flexular tester.

Additional tools and equipment will be selected as required from:

equipment specified by AS/NZ standards (where applicable)

materials handling equipment

relevant personal protective equipment (PPE).

Hazards

Hazards must be identified and controlled. Identifying hazards requires consideration of:

hazardous products and materials

vapours or other atmospheric hazards

interaction of polymers, additives and other materials

other hazards that might arise.

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
Identify properties to be measured according to specification 
Select appropriate test methods according to specifications 
Select appropriate testing equipment according to standards and specifications 
Prepare samples according to specification 
Perform tests in accordance with job specifications 
Record test results according to standard procedures 
Interpret test results and compare with manufacturer material data sheets 
Prepare samples according to specification 
Perform tests in accordance with job specifications 
Record test results according to standard procedures 
Interpret test result and compare against quality specification 
Document tests to enterprise requirements 
Compare results against standards 
Make written recommendations based on test results 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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