Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify the print requirements
- Determine object requirements against client specifications and confirm with client
- Evaluate available printer and materials to determine preferred options to meet client specifications
- Calculate print construction time and cost and obtain client approval to proceed with preferred options
- Upload data files into the printer software and check 3D model to ensure it meets specifications
- Assess quality of data file and discuss possible adjustments with client
- Adjust file as required and save in required printer format
- Prepare the 3D printer
- Select personal protective equipment (PPE) and fit in accordance with work health and safety (WHS) procedures
- Conduct pre start checks on the 3D printer to ensure correct operation according to manufacturer operating procedures
- Adjust printer settings for specified tolerances and in accordance with client specifications
- Load printer with specified construction material in accordance with client specifications
- Install and prepare printer build platform according to manufacturer operating procedures
- Operate and monitor the 3D printer
- Operate printer in accordance with manufacturer operating procedures and WHS procedures
- Check sensor displays and readings to ensure that they remain within the correct operating parameters specified in the manufacturer operating procedures
- Monitor printing process to check that object is forming as per client specifications, and adjust as necessary
- Monitor consumables and recharge as required
- Report errors and faults in operation to relevant personnel for maintenance or repair
- Remove and prepare model for client
- Reset printer ready for next job or shutdown