This unit applies to the production of drawings under supervision, in accordance with instructions and specifications to Australian Standard 1102 or equivalent using predetermined design specifications.

This unit applies to all electrical/electronic areas.

Manual drafting or drawing equipment is used or where a CAD system is used, Unit MEM09009C (Create 2D drawings using computer aided design system) and/or Unit MEM09010C (Create 3D models using computer aided design system) should also be considered.

Band: B

Unit Weight: 8

Path 1

MEM09002B

Interpret technical drawing

MEM09003B

Prepare basic engineering drawing

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare/make changes to electrical/electronic schematics and drawings

1.1. Schematic is drawn to indicate the relative positioning of electrical/electronic components.

1.2. Electrical/electronic drawings are produced to include all relevant specifications.

1.3. Schematic/drawing is completed to Australian Standard 1102 or equivalent.

2. Determine component and/or material requirement

2.1. Components and/or materials are selected from supplier/manufacturers' catalogues using design specifications.

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

drawing electrical/electronic schematics correctly and indicating the relative position of the components

producing electrical/electronic drawings with all relevant specifications

producing electrical/electronic schematics/drawings in conformance with AS1102 or equivalent

obtaining the circuit/component specifications

reading, interpreting and following information on written job instructions, specifications, standard operating procedures, charts, lists, drawings and other applicable documents

planning and sequencing operations

checking and clarifying task related information

undertaking numerical operations, geometry and calculations/formulae within the scope of this unit

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

relative position of electrical/electronic components

symbols used in electrical/electronic schematics and drawings

specifications of all components

circuit specifications

requirements of AS1102 or equivalent with respect to electrical/electronic schematics/drawings

design specifications of the circuit/components

appropriate components and materials from supplier/manufacturers' catalogues

reasons for selecting the chosen components and/or materials

hazards and control measure associated with performing electrical/electronic detail drafting, including housekeeping

safe work practices and procedures

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 electrical/electronic detail drafting. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.

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 performing electrical/electronic detail drafting 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

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.

Drawings

Include plans, schematics, layouts, circuit diagrams and charts

Unit sector

Drawing, drafting and design

This unit contains employability skills.