Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MEM06009A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Hand forge complex shapes

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MEM06009A - Hand forge complex shapes
Description This unit covers producing intricate solid forged shapes by hand forging of different metals, using specialised techniques, tools and jigs.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to hand forging of complex shapes commonly forged in the forging and fabrication areas of industry. Specialised methods of holding, positioning and lifting complex forgings are covered. Equipment may include diesel, electric and gas furnaces, coke fires and gaseous oxygen/fuel equipment.For hand forging of simple shapes, Unit MEM06001B (Perform hand forging) should be selected.Band: AUnit Weight: 4
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Path 1MEM06001B Perform hand forging
Competency Field Forging
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Forge complex shapes using hand tools on an anvil
  • Task requirements for complex hand forging are identified and clarified as required.
  • Material volume is correctly calculated.
  • Allowances for bending, material shrinkage and oxidisation are made as required.
  • Hand tools and formers are selected and used correctly in accordance with standard operating procedures.
  • Safe hand forging procedures are followed.
  • Techniques and principles for producing complex shapes are applied correctly.
  • Forging is checked to ensure conformance to tolerances and specifications.
       
Element: Perform splitting and bundling on anvil
  • Tools and equipment are selected and used correctly.
  • Hand forging techniques and procedures are applied to forging and opening bundled and split sections.
  • Allowance is made for material shrinkage, distortion and oxidisation.
  • Heat is applied and controlled in specified areas of the material to be forged in accordance with standard operating procedures.
  • Forgings are handled safely and correctly according to workplace procedures.
  • Forgings are checked to ensure conformance to tolerances and specifications.
       
Element: Produce jigs and tools for complex shapes
  • Tools and equipment required to taper and bend materials are selected appropriate to task requirements.
  • Techniques for producing jigs and tools are applied correctly.
  • Jigs and patterns are bent and shaped to specifications.
  • Hand held tools are forged to cut pattern, in accordance with specifications.
  • Final shaping, heat treatment and sharpening is performed to specifications
       


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 hand forge complex shapes. 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 hand forging complex shapes 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

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

selecting and using measuring guides

calculating allowance for material volume, bending, shrinkage and oxidisation

selecting tools and equipment

forging and splitting sections

forging bundled sections and opening bundled sections

positioning material

handling materials

selecting and setting up heating equipment

performing heat treatment process(es) for forging

applying and controlling heat

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

hand tools and their applications

techniques and procedures for hand forging complex shapes

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

procedures for measuring forged articles

forging temperatures and heat specifications for multiple pieces

tools, techniques and equipment required to taper and bend materials

effects of material shrinkage and oxidisation on the dimensions of the forged article

methods of overcoming/allowing for the effects of shrinkage and oxidisation when hand forging articles

procedures for handling forgings

heating equipment and applications

heat treatment processes for forging

heat treatment requirements for given materials

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.

Complex hand forging

Shaping, reverse tapering, jump up section for bends

Hand forging techniques

Spreading, surface chasing, hot splitting

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
Task requirements for complex hand forging are identified and clarified as required. 
Material volume is correctly calculated. 
Allowances for bending, material shrinkage and oxidisation are made as required. 
Hand tools and formers are selected and used correctly in accordance with standard operating procedures. 
Safe hand forging procedures are followed. 
Techniques and principles for producing complex shapes are applied correctly. 
Forging is checked to ensure conformance to tolerances and specifications. 
Tools and equipment are selected and used correctly. 
Hand forging techniques and procedures are applied to forging and opening bundled and split sections. 
Allowance is made for material shrinkage, distortion and oxidisation. 
Heat is applied and controlled in specified areas of the material to be forged in accordance with standard operating procedures. 
Forgings are handled safely and correctly according to workplace procedures. 
Forgings are checked to ensure conformance to tolerances and specifications. 
Tools and equipment required to taper and bend materials are selected appropriate to task requirements. 
Techniques for producing jigs and tools are applied correctly. 
Jigs and patterns are bent and shaped to specifications. 
Hand held tools are forged to cut pattern, in accordance with specifications. 
Final shaping, heat treatment and sharpening is performed to specifications 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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