- MEM05050B - Perform routine gas metal arc welding
MEM05050B
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
Application
This unit applies in a maintenance or manufacturing environment where the weld quality is not required to meet an Australian Standard or equivalent. Fillet and butt welds would typically be performed on low carbon/mild steels. Where welding is required to meet Australian Standard 1554 General Purpose or equivalent codes, occupational health and safety regulations and/or licensing requirements, Unit MEM05017D (Weld using gas metal arc welding process) should be selected. Band: A Unit Weight: 2 |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Identify weld requirements | 1.1. Weld requirements are identified from job instructions. 1.2. Locations of welds are identified in according to standard operating procedures and job specifications. |
2. Prepare materials for welding | 2.1. Materials are cleaned and prepared ready for welding. |
3. Prepare equipment for welding | 3.1. Welding equipment is set up correctly. 3.2. Settings and consumables are selected to suit application. |
4. Perform routine welding using GMAW | 4.1. Safe welding practices are applied. 4.2. Materials are welded to job requirements. 4.3. Welds are cleaned to standard operating procedures. |
Required Skills
Required skills |
Look for evidence that confirms skills in: preparing materials setting up welding equipment welding with GMAW reading and interpreting routine information on written job instructions, specifications and standard operating procedures following oral instruction using measurement skills relating to joint preparation and routine GMAW |
Required knowledge |
Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of: different current and voltage settings, gas flow rates wire diameters, wire feed speed and other variables to suit typical situations. material and equipment preparation properties and characteristics of materials and consumables equipment and equipment settings fuel gas properties and applications post-welding treatments weld characteristics safe welding practices use and application of personal protective equipment for routine GMAW |
Evidence Required
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 routine gas metal arc welding (GMAW). |
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 on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an 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 preparing the materials and carrying out routine gas metal arc welding 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 |
Range Statement
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. | |
Materials | Mild and low carbon steel |
Prepared | Preheating, setting up jigs, fixtures, clamps, joint preparation |
Equipment | Hoses, welding leads, gas shrouds, gas regulators, liners, contact tips |
Consumables | Filler wire, shielding gas |
Cleaned | Slag and spatter |
Sectors
Unit sector |
Competency Field
Fabrication |
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. |
Licensing Information
Refer to Application of the Unit