- MEM04015B - Develop and manufacture vacuum forming moulds and associated equipment
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
MEM04015B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop and manufacture vacuum forming moulds and associated equipment
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
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Unit of Competency | MEM04015B - Develop and manufacture vacuum forming moulds and associated equipment |
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| Description | This unit covers developing and manufacturing all types of vacuum forming moulds and equipment. | ||
| Employability Skills | This unit contains employability skills. | ||
| Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit applies to the manufacture of all types of vacuum forming equipment, utilising a range of materials such as timber, composites, polymer, metal etc., appropriate pattern making principles and techniques, designated procedures, and correct and appropriate tools and equipment.Where precision measurement is required, Unit MEM12003B (Perform precision mechanical measurement) should also be considered.Where assembly of plated patterns is required, Unit MEM04012B (Assemble plated patterns) should be considered.Where manufacture of production patterns is required, Unit MEM04014B (Develop and manufacture production patterns) should be considered.Band: AUnit Weight: 6 | ||
| Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. |
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| Prerequisites/co-requisites | Path 1MEM04010B Develop and manufacture wood patterns MEM04011B Produce polymer patterns MEM04018B Perform general woodworking machine operations MEM07005C Perform general machining MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing MEM12006C Mark off/out (general engineering) MEM12023A Perform engineering measurements MEM12024A Perform computations MEM13003B Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials MEM18001C Use hand tools MEM18002B Use power tools/hand held operations MEM30012A Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment | ||
| Competency Field | Casting and moulding | ||
| Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners | Student Learning Resources | Handouts Activities |
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| Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
| Element: Determine job requirements |
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| Element: Develop and mark out pattern for vacuum forming |
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| Element: Manufacture pattern for vacuum forming |
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Evidence Required
List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
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 develop and manufacture vacuum forming moulds and associated equipment. 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 developing and manufacturing vacuum forming patterns and moulds 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 | |
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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Required skills |
Look for evidence that confirms skills in: reading, interpreting and following information on written job instructions, specifications, standard operating procedures, charts, lists, drawings and other applicable reference documents checking and clarifying task-related information selecting appropriate timber or epoxy resin to suit the vacuum forming process laying out the vacuum forming pattern or mould checking patterns and moulds calculating contraction rates checking for conformance to specifications measuring components to specified tolerances conceptualising and determining type of model required to meet specifications using required hand and hand held power tools |
Required knowledge |
Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of: timber and epoxy resin product knowledge including features, characteristics and applications vacuum forming techniques tooling required for manufacture of vacuum forming patterns and moulds the formulae and calculations/formulae required to manufacture patterns and moulds i.e. contraction, taper techniques, tools and equipment to measure, mark out and produce vacuum forming patterns and moulds pattern checking techniques use and application of personal protective equipment safe work practices and procedures hazards and control measures associated with developing and manufacturing vacuum forming moulds and associated equipment |
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. | |
Vacuum forming processes | Vacuum forming processes include positive or negative pressure forming processes |
Material | Includes timber, epoxy resins, composites, polymer, metal |
Calculations | The determination of contraction rates as well as general engineering calculations within the scope of this unit |
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist
| Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice | Yes | No | Comments/feedback |
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| Drawings, instructions and specifications are interpreted and understood. | |||
| Vacuum forming processes are applied to determine the design of vacuum forming moulds and associated equipment to be constructed. | |||
| Appropriate material is selected to meet specifications. | |||
| Pattern parameters are calculated, taking into account plastic sheet thickness and shrinkage etc. | |||
| Vacuum forming pattern is marked out, showing size and position of air evacuation and of the moulded form. | |||
| Appropriate machines and machining process are selected to shape/produce vacuum forming pattern to specification. | |||
| A range of hand and hand held power tools are selected and used to fashion/manufacture vacuum forming patterns to specification. | |||
| Constructed vacuum forming pattern is checked to specification. |
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