Course Title: Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2014
Course Code: EEET6993C
Course Title: Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
School: 130T Vocational Engineering
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6122 - Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: vocenengineering@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Andrew Kim
Phone: +61 3 9925 4925
Email: andrew.kim@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
UEENEEE101A
Course Description
This unit covers basic fitting and fabrication techniques as they apply in the various utilities industry work functions. It encompasses the safe use of hand, fixed and portable power tools; cutting, shaping joining and fixing using metallic and non-metallic materials; dismantling and assembling equipment; basic mechanical measurement and marking-out and reading drawings/diagrams.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
UEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components |
Element: |
1. Prepare for dismantling, assembling and fabrication work. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are obtained and understood through established routines and procedures. |
Element: |
2. Dismantle and assemble utilities industry apparatus. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Established OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed. |
Element: |
3. Fabricate utilities industry components. |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Established OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed. |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to Elements
Details of Learning Activities
You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for the three clustered competencies (UEENEEA101A, UEENEEE102A) and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.
• Mechanical Drawing Interpretation used in the utilities Industry
• Workshop exercises
• Presentations & Tutorials
• Self-Directed Research Activity
Cluster Information:
This course is delivered in a cluster (Workshop Practice) in conjunction with UEENEEEA101A (EEET 7045C). You must enrol in both courses delivered in this cluster. All the learning and assessment activities will include the components of all competencies UEEDNEEE102A and UEENEEA101A.
Elements and Performance Criteria for UEENEEA101A (EEET7045C)
1. Prepare to assemble electronic components.
1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood
1.2 Established OHS risk control measures for work preparation are followed
1.3 Work instructions are obtained and understood
1.4 Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others
1.5 Materials required for work are obtained in accordance with established routines and procedures
1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety
2. Assemble electronic components.
2.1 Established OHS risk control work measures are followed
2.2 Circuits are checked as being isolated where necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures
2.3 Interconnections are made to comply with industry/ enterprise standards.
2.4 Work is completed in acceptable timeframe given environment and workplace conditions
3. Check quality of assembled components
3.1 Established OHS risk control measures for work completion are followed
3.2 Quality of assembled component is checked against enterprise/industry standards
3.3 Prescribed solutions are used where corrective actions to assembled components are necessary
Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
This course and another clustered competencies are mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:
EA1.1. Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering
EA1.2. Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
EA1.3.In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
EA1.4. Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
EA1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
EA1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
EA2.1. Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
EA2.2. Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
EA2.3. Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
EA2.4. Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
EA3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA3.5. Orderly management of self and professional conduct.
EA3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with cluster of competencies UEENEEA101A and UEENEEE102A in the Assessment Matrix.
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for the two clustered competencies (UEENEEA101A and UEENEEE102A) is detailed below:
Week | Topics delivered | Elements / Performance Criteria |
1 | Introduction to Workshop Practice OHS Regulations and Standards |
A101A: 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1 |
2 | Finish OHS Regulations and Standards OHS Legislative Requirements Risk Management OHS Communication Incident Response |
A101A: 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1 E102A: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.10, 2.11, 3.1, 3.2, 3.9, 3.10 |
3 |
OHS Assignment Due Hand & Power Tools |
A101A: 1.1-1.6 E102A:1.1-1.7 |
4 | Terminals Theory | A101A: 1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.3 E102A:1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.12, 3.1-3.11 |
5 | Connectors Theory |
E102A:1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.12, 3.1-3.11 A101A: 1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.3 |
6 |
Wire Loom Hands-On Task 1 – RCA & BNC Connectors |
E102A:1.1-1.7 A101A: 1.1-1.6 |
7 | Written Test | E102A:1.1-1.7 A101A: 1.1-1.6 |
8 | Feedback |
E102A:1.1-1.7 A101A: 1.1-1.6 |
9 | Soldering Hands-On Task 3 – Soldering Electronic Components |
E102A:1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.12, 3.1-3.11 A101A: 1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.3 |
10 | Soldering Hands-On Task 4 – Solder Cup Terminals |
E102A:1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.12, 3.1-3.11 A101A: 1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.3 |
11 | Metal Preparation Mechanical Drawings Measuring & Marking Out Tools |
A101A: 1.1-1.6 E102A:1.1-1.7 |
12 | Metal Preparation |
E102A: 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.4,2.9-2.11,3.1-3.3,3.6-3.10 A101A: 1.1-1.6 |
13 | Metal Preparation |
E102A:1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.12, 3.1-3.11 A101A: 1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.3 |
14 | Metal Fabrication Cutting Sheet Metal Drilling Sheet Metal Punching Sheet Metal Nibbling Sheet Metal Smoothing Sheet Metal Bending Sheet Metal |
E102A:1.1-1.7 A101A: 1.1-1.6 |
15 | Metal Fabrication Hands-On Task 6 – Fabricate Sheet Metal to Make a Chassis |
E102A:1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.12, 3.1-3.11 A101A: 1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.3 |
16 | Metal Fabrication |
E102A:1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.12, 3.1-3.11 A101A: 1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.3 |
17 | Assembly, Disassembly, Fix &Secure |
E102A:1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.12, 3.1-3.11 A101A: 1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.3 |
18 | Assembly, Disassembly, Fix &Secure Due Deadline for all Hands-On Tasks |
E102A:1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.12, 3.1-3.11 A101A: 1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.3 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 |
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:
Assessment 1: Assessment 1
Weighting towards final grade (%): 25
Assessment 2: Assessment 2
Weighting towards final grade (%): 40
Assessment 3: Assessment 3
Weighting towards final grade (%): 35
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
Element/Performance Criteria | Assessment 1 |
Assessment 2 |
Assessment 3 |
1.2 | X | X | X |
1.3 | X | X | X |
1.4 | X | X | X |
1.5 | X | X | |
1.6 | X | X | X |
1.7 | X | X | |
1.8 | X | X | X |
2.1 | X | X | |
2.2 | X | X | X |
2.3 | X | X | X |
2.4 | X | X | X |
2.5 | X | X | |
2.6 | X | X | |
2.7 | X | X | |
2.8 | X | X | X |
2.9 | X | X | X |
2.10 | X | X | X |
2.11 | X | X | X |
2.12 | X | X | X |
3.1 | X | X | X |
3.2 | X | X | X |
3.3 | X | X | |
3.4 | X | X | |
3.5 | X | X | |
3.6 | X | X | |
3.7 | X | X | X |
3.8 | X | X | X |
3.9 | X | X | X |
3.10 | X | X | X |
3.11 | X | X | X |
Assessment Tasks
- OHS Assignment, 20%
- Practical Tasks, 60%
- Written Test, 20%
This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course grades are allocated:
80 - 100: CHD - Competent with High Distinction
70 - 79: CDI - Competent with Distinction
60 - 69: CC - Competent with Credit
50 - 59: CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded
0 - 49: NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
Assessment vs UEENEEE102A Elements & Performance Criteria
UEENEEE102A Elements & Performance Criteria | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Assessments | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 2.7 | 2.8 | 2.9 | 2.10 | 2.11 | 2.12 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 3.10 | 3.11 |
OHS Assignment | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||
Practical Tasks | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Written Test | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs UEENEEA101A Elements & Performance Criteria
UEENEEA101A Elements & Performance Criteria | |||||||||||||
Assessments | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 |
OHS Assignment | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||
Practical Tasks | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Written Test | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies | ||||||||||||||||
Assessments | EA1.1 | EA1.2 | EA1.3 | EA1.4 | EA1.5 | EA1.6 | EA2.1 | EA2.2 | EA2.3 | EA2.4 | EA3.1 | EA3.2 | EA3.3 | EA3.4 | EA3.5 | EA3.6 |
OHS Assignment | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||
Practical Tasks | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
Written Test | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||
All Assessments UEENEEE102A |
1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
All Assessments UEENEEA101A |
1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
0 (Blank) | Graduate attribute is not assessed. | |||||||||||||||
1 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third of the elements. | |||||||||||||||
2 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the elements. | |||||||||||||||
3 | Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-third of the elements. |
Other Information
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