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

MSL975044 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Perform complex tests to measure engineering properties of materials

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency MSL975044 - Perform complex tests to measure engineering properties of materials
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to prepare test specimens and perform multi-stage mechanical tests on them. The unit requires personnel to create test conditions that suit the materials intended use, optimise measurement procedures and recognise critical measurement points during the tests. The unit also covers data analysis and troubleshooting procedures/equipment that have led to atypical data or results.This unit applies to laboratory personnel in the construction materials, mining and manufacturing industry sectors.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. However, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements for laboratory operations exist, so local requirements should be checked. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Testing
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Test samples
  • Position and secure test specimen in test equipment/instrument
  • Conduct preliminary measurements to determine optimum test conditions and instrument settings
  • Perform each measurement stage in sequence, terminating each stage at the appropriate end point
  • Record all test measurements, observations and factors that may impact on quality of results
  • Remove test piece and conduct post-test measurements
  • Shut down equipment and store used test pieces in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Interpret and schedule test requirements
  • Review test request and sample documentation to identify required test parameters and intended use of bulk material
       
Element: Identify hazards and workplace control measures associated with the sample, preparation/testing methods and equipment
       
Element: Inspect samples, compare with specifications, record and report discrepancies
       
Element: Liaise with client when samples and/or request forms do not comply with workplace procedures
       
Element: Match required parameters with suitable test methods, available equipment and instrument specifications
       
Element: Plan parallel work sequences to optimise throughput of multiple sets of samples
       
Element: Prepare and measure test specimens
  • Prepare test specimens in accordance with test method
       
Element: Conduct preliminary measurements to establish initial dimensions and conditions
       
Element: Store test specimens and residual sample materials to maintain their integrity
       
Element: Check equipment before use
  • Set up equipment/instruments in accordance with test method
       
Element: Perform pre-use and safety checks in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
       
Element: Identify faulty or unsafe components and equipment and report to appropriate personnel
       
Element: Check calibration status of equipment and quarantine out-of-calibration or faulty items
       
Element: Clean, care for and store equipment and consumables in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Position and secure test specimen in test equipment/instrument
       
Element: Conduct preliminary measurements to determine optimum test conditions and instrument settings
       
Element: Perform each measurement stage in sequence, terminating each stage at the appropriate end point
       
Element: Record all test measurements, observations and factors that may impact on quality of results
       
Element: Remove test piece and conduct post-test measurements
       
Element: Shut down equipment and store used test pieces in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Process and analyse data
  • Confirm data is the result of valid measurements
       
Element: Perform required calculations and ensure results are consistent with estimations and expectations
       
Element: Record results with the appropriate accuracy, precision and units
       
Element: Estimate and document uncertainty of measurement in accordance with workplace procedures, if required
       
Element: Analyse trends in data and/or results and report out-of-specification or atypical results promptly to appropriate personnel
       
Element: Troubleshoot procedure or equipment problems which have led to atypical data or results
       
Element: Maintain laboratory records
  • Make entries on report forms or into a laboratory information management system accurately calculating, recording or transcribing data as required
       
Element: Ensure traceability of sample from receipt to reporting of results
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Position and secure test specimen in test equipment/instrument 
Conduct preliminary measurements to determine optimum test conditions and instrument settings 
Perform each measurement stage in sequence, terminating each stage at the appropriate end point 
Record all test measurements, observations and factors that may impact on quality of results 
Remove test piece and conduct post-test measurements 
Shut down equipment and store used test pieces in accordance with workplace procedures 
Review test request and sample documentation to identify required test parameters and intended use of bulk material 
 
 
 
 
 
Prepare test specimens in accordance with test method 
 
 
Set up equipment/instruments in accordance with test method 
 
 
 
Position and secure test specimen in test equipment/instrument 
 
 
 
 
 
Confirm data is the result of valid measurements 
 
 
 
 
 
Make entries on report forms or into a laboratory information management system accurately calculating, recording or transcribing data as required 
 

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