Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and develop a two-dimensional (2D) pattern used in the fabrication, thermoforming, composites and rubber lining sectors.
This unit applies to an experienced technician working alone or as part of a team.
The unit principally refers to manual and CAD (computer assisted design) techniques for the development of 2D patterns, which can be folded up or moulded into three-dimensional (3D) products for one-off (bespoke) items, or in-process mass production.
No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.

What You'll Learn

Assessment Requirements

Performance Evidence

There must be evidence the candidate has completed the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, and demonstrated the ability to:
• develop at least one polymer product pattern to meet job specifications.

Knowledge Evidence

There must be evidence the candidate has knowledge of:
• the principles of using CAD for pattern development
• processes that require the use of patterns
• influence of polymer type on pattern requirements
• types and application of pattern mediums and materials
• typical quality standards required at each stage of production
• key variables that may affect product quality and production output
• typical and atypical process and product problems, including early warning signs, possible causes and corrective actions
• organisational procedures relevant to the work environment or job role.

Assessment Conditions

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions and contingencies.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Foundation Skills

• {'skill': 'Foundation Skills', 'description': 'This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.\n• Numeracy skills to interpret measurement information and accurately reflect dimension details into 2D and 3D drawings\n• Learning skills to use different CAD-based software applications.\n• Reading skills to interpret job specifications including drawings.\nOther foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.'}

Parent Qualifications

• PMB30121 — Certificate III in Polymer Processing
  PMB
• PMB40121 — Certificate IV in Polymer Technology
  PMB

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