Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section

1. Plan and prepare

1.1 Work instructions and job specifications are identified and confirmed

1.2 Resources required for work instructions are selected

1.3 Machine controls and cutting tools are pre-set and adjusted to job specifications

1.4 Measuring equipment is calibrated to specification

1.5 Machine speed and feed controls are adjusted according to type of metal or alloy being machined

2. Produce parts

2.1 Workplace procedures are identified and followed

2.2 Parts are machined to specification using appropriate equipment and machining process

2.3 Parts are machined and checked against job specifications and specified tolerances

2.4 Identified faults and defects are rectified according to work quality goals

3. Complete work processes

3.1 Work area and equipment are cleaned and maintained according to workplace procedures

3.2 Faulty equipment is identified, tagged and reported

3.3 Machined parts are washed, dried and inspected according to workplace procedures

3.4 Work sheets and production schedule are completed and given to appropriate personnel

Skills

Description

Reading skills to:

interpret work health and safety (WHS) requirements, workplace procedures, work instructions and job specifications

interpret machine operating procedures

identify inspection reports

interpret parts specifications.

Writing skills to:

complete production schedules and workplace documents

complete machine maintenance forms

complete faulty equipment tags.

Numeracy skills to:

follow working drawing specifications

set and adjust machines and equipment

use measuring equipment

calibrate equipment.

Digital literacy skills to:

use digitally controlled machining equipment.

Initiative skills to:

adapt to changing work conditions.

Planning and organising skills to:

plan and prepare production

prepare equipment, materials and work area.

Self-management skills to:

conduct machining within required timelines

ensure workplace documentation is completed.

Problem-solving skills to:

solve machining problems in order to meet required outcomes.

Technology skills to:

measure equipment.

This section specifies 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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Workplace procedures must include:

procedures for machining equipment operation and maintenance

procedures for recording and reporting the machining of parts

WHS requirements for machining parts.

Work quality goals must include:

elimination of machining defects

inspection practices of machined parts.