Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
MSL974010 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Perform mechanical tests
Version 1.0
Issue Date: June 2024
Qualification | - |
Unit of Competency | MSL974010 - Perform mechanical tests |
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Description | |||
Employability Skills | |||
Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit of competency covers the ability to interpret mechanical test requirements, prepare samples, conduct pre-use and calibration checks on equipment and perform routine mechanical tests. These tests will involve several measurement steps. The unit includes data processing and interpretation of results and tracking of obvious test malfunctions where the procedure is standardised. However, personnel are not required to analyse data, optimise tests/procedures for specific samples or troubleshoot equipment problems where the solution is not apparent.This unit of competency is applicable to laboratory or technical assistants and instrument operators working in the manufacturing, food and construction materials testing industry sectors.While no specific licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, laboratory operations are governed by relevant legislation, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements. Local requirements should be checked. | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. Judgment of competence must be based on holistic assessment of the evidence. Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time, rather than a single assessment event. This unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment. A simulated workplace environment must reflect realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including the environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately. Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate. Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept in each case). This unit of competency may be assessed with: MSL924001 Process and interpret data Holistic assessment methods include: review of test data and results obtained by the candidate over a period of time to check accuracy, consistency and timeliness of results review of test records and workplace documentation completed by the candidate observation of candidate conducting a range of mechanical tests and sample preparation procedures feedback from peers and supervisors oral or written questioning of mechanical principles and concepts, test methods and workplace procedures. Access is required to instruments, equipment, materials, workplace documentation, procedures and specifications associated with this unit, including, but not limited to: a standard laboratory equipped with appropriate mechanical testing equipment, instruments, standards and materials workplace procedures and standard methods records, including test and calibration results, equipment use, maintenance and servicing history, and faulty or unsafe equipment. Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator. The assessor must demonstrate both technical competence and currency. Technical competence can be demonstrated through: relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment AND/OR relevant workplace experience. Currency can be demonstrated through: performing the competency being assessed as part of current employment OR having consulted with a laboratory about performing the competency being assessed within the last twelve months. |
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Competency Field | Testing |
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: Interpret and schedule test requirements |
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Element: Receive samples and prepare test pieces |
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Element: Check equipment before use |
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Element: Test samples to determine mechanical properties |
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Element: Process and interpret data |
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Element: Maintain a safe work environment |
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Element: Maintain laboratory records |
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