Control molten metal in holding furnace/vessel

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver RIIPSM307D, 'Control molten metal in holding furnace/vessel'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to control molten metal inholding furnace/vessel

1.1 Access, interpret and apply smelting documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Establish and maintain communication with other personnel

1.3 Select personal protective equipment for the work activity

1.4 Identify, address and report potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures

1.5 Follow emergency procedures

1.6 Check and test remote control and monitoring systems

1.7 Plan and put work area ventilation in place

2. Operate and monitor holding furnace operations

2.1 Carry out plant and equipment start-up checks and procedures

2.2 Monitor and receive matte and/or slag flow from furnace

2.3 Control furnace rotation/tilting within recommended rate and angle parameters to efficiently separate matte and slag

2.4 Control main and secondary burner operation to hold constant, recommended matte and slag temperature

2.5 Carry out holding furnace drive equipment fault finding

2.6 Ensure regular monitoring of holding furnace operations during the shift, record and rectify identified faults

2.7 Plan and organise matte supply to converter with other personnel and adjust tonnage

2.8 Maintain cleanliness of spouts to allow consistent, continuous flow of molten metal

3. Discharge matte and slag to matte and slag pots

3.1 Ensure pot area is clear of personnel and machinery before pouring commences

3.2 Position pot correctly to avoid splash, spillage or damage

3.3 Rotate vessel/pot at correct angle to ensure an even flow of matte and slag

3.4 Assess matte and slag levels and pour slag and dispose of matte ensuring that pot is not overfilled

3.5 Collect and measure samples to ensure the slag and matte quantity is in an acceptable range


Qualifications and Skillsets

RIIPSM307D appears in the following qualifications:

  • RII30413 - Certificate III in Resource Processing
  • RII30415 - Certificate III in Resource Processing