Operate forming equipment

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver PMC552070, 'Operate forming equipment'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Operate forming equipment' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Prepare forming equipment for production

1.1

Set up line in accordance with work instructions

1.2

Determine product formation requirements from the production program

1.3

Conduct equipment pre-start procedures and visual checks according to enterprise procedure check list

1.4

Ensure required change parts are in place

1.5

Set up and configure equipment start-up functions to comply with standard operating procedures

1.6

Ensure equipment is safe to use

2

Operate forming equipment

2.1

Start up equipment in accordance with work instructions

2.2

Operate equipment to produce product of required shape, dimensions and consistency

2.3

Monitor equipment conditions and adjust to ensure correct product quality

2.4

Monitor and adjust material properties as required

2.5

Record production data as required

3

Rectify routine problems

3.1

Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation

3.2

Determine and rectify fault causes by established enterprise procedures/work instructions

3.3

Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with accordance with established enterprise procedures

3.4

Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person

4

Shut down equipment

4.1

Ensure line is clear of all product and left in a safe manner for shutdown

4.2

Determine and rectify fault causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions

4.3

Clean work area

4.4

Complete appropriate records and logs

4.5

Shut down equipment in an emergency situation

5

Prepare equipment for cleaning and maintenance

5.1

Isolate equipment in accordance with work instructions

5.2

Remove any remaining product or materials safely

5.3

Ensure the area is clear and safe for cleaning or maintenance

6

Control hazards

6.1

Identify hazards from the job to be done

6.2

Identify other hazards in the work area

6.3

Assess the risks arising from those hazards

6.4

Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures


Qualifications and Skillsets

PMC552070 appears in the following qualifications:

  • PMC30110 - Certificate III in Manufactured Mineral Products
  • PMC20110 - Certificate II in Manufactured Mineral Products
  • PMC40110 - Certificate IV in Manufactured Mineral Products
  • PMC20116 - Certificate II in Manufactured Mineral Products
  • PMC40116 - Certificate IV in Manufactured Mineral Products
  • PMC30116 - Certificate III in Manufactured Mineral Products