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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Undertake mask and jig work
   • Jigs are secured and masking is adherent and stable.
   • Necessary auxiliary electrodes and shields are incorporated effectively.
   • Necessary jigs and shields are manufactured.
2. Determine operating parameters
   • Plating knowledge and/or specifications are applied in correctly computing operating times, currents and/or voltages.
3. Pre-treat and treat work
   • Work is treated in accordance with specifications using standard operating procedures.

Required Skills

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in securing the electroplating jigs correctly masking setting up auxiliary electrodes and shields manufacturing jigs and shields in accordance with specifications correctly calculating the operating parameters treating the work reading and interpreting routine information on written job instructions specifications and standard operating procedures May include drawings following oral instructions performing calculations using formulae

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of the reasons for masking work being electroplated the range of materials that are used for masking purposes the procedures for securing the masking the reasons for using auxiliary electrodes and shields the procedures for mountingsetting up auxiliary electrodes and shields the specifications of the jigs and shields to be manufactured the procedures for manufacturing jigs and shields the procedures and formulae for calculating operating times currents and voltages the specifications of the surface finish to be achieved the procedures for pretreating the work the procedure for treating the work after electroplating the preelectroplating and post electroplating treatment specifications the reasons for preelectroplating and post electroplating treatment of surfaces hazards and control measures associated with preparing and producing specialised coatings electrolytically safe workplace practices and procedures

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 prepare and produce specialised industrial films on a variety of work pieces often on a oneoff basis 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 preparing and producing specialised industrial films on a variety of work pieces often on a oneoff basis 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 supervisors 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

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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.
Auxiliary electrodes and shields	Soluble auxiliary anodes Insoluble auxiliary anodes Bi polar electrodes Shields Robbers

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