VU23483 - Perform metal machining operations

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Unit code: VU23483 | Study level: TAFE
Credit points
N/A
Location
Sunshine
Prerequisites
VU23478 - Perform basic machining processes
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce engineering components or products by metal machining operations such as cutting, grinding, milling and turning.
It requires the ability to define component specifications from work instructions and technical drawings, determining the required machine operations, planning and sequencing the machining tasks.The unit applies to a person working at entry level in the manufacturing, and engineering industries undertaking a range of well-defined machining tasks.

Assessment

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Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit's learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, including the setting of work-based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.

Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:

  • Plan, sequence the tasks and produce engineering components or products to meet job specifications which includes setting up and operating at least three (3) different types of machines.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:

  • identifying components of machinery used for cutting, grinding, drilling and turning operations
  • capabilities and safe operating parameters for cutting machines, grinding machines, drilling machines and centre lathes
  • factors influencing feeds and speeds and depth of cut or material removal when operating a centre lathe
  • machining used for other metal operations such as: boring, reaming, knurling, thread cutting
  • principles of chip formation and control for centre lathe operation
  • cutting fluids and coolants and their application for machining operations
  • basic maintenance requirements of cutting, grinding, drilling machines and centre lathes
  • hand tools and hand held power tools used in conjunction with machining operations
  • care and fitting of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • safe work practices and procedures including hazards and risk control measures applicable to an engineering workshop environment.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by the VU Polytechnic and/or via the Victoria University Polytechnic eLearning system.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Certificate II in Engineering Studies
22632VIC | Certificate ii | Duration:

Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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