Course Title: Prepare machine for operation (basic)

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2008

Course Code: OENG5291C

Course Title: Prepare machine for operation (basic)

School: 320T Design (TAFE)

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C3178 - Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing)

Course Contact : Paul Ross

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9422

Course Contact Email:p.ross@rmit.edu.au


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Nominal Hours: 30

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

ICPSU202A  Prepare, load and unload product on and off machine
or
ICPSU201A Prepare, load and unload reels and cores on and off machine

ICPSU203A Prepare and maintain the work area

ICPSU261A Follow OH&S practices and identify environmental hazards

Course Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare machines and assist with their operation according to enterprise procedures. It is an integral part of most printing and finishing machine set ups but need not be assessed separately unless it represents the main job of the worker. It can also be used to assess processes on dedicated machines.

This unit is intended to be used by machine minders and offsiders assisting in the operation of a machine.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

ICPSU207A Prepare machine for operation (basic)

Element:

1.  Prepare or set up substrates (or loads)

Performance Criteria:

1.1  Job sheets or equivalent instructions are interpreted correctly

1.2  Product is located, checked and prepared to meet job specifications according to established enterprise procedures and OHS procedures

Element:

2.  Set up reel systems (OR Element 3)

Performance Criteria:

2.1  Unwind reel is set up and adjusted to suit job requirements

2.2  Webbing procedures are carried out according to enterprise procedures

2.3  Web-control system is set up and adjusted to suit job requirements

2.4  Reels are spliced / joined to suit job requirements

2.5  Rewind reel is set up and adjusted to suit job requirements

2.6  Folder is set up and adjusted to suit job requirements

2.7  Sheeter is set up and adjusted to suit job requirements

2.8  Readiness of transport and delivery systems is reported according to enterprise procedures for final adjustments by designated person

Element:

3.  Set up sheet or product systems (OR Element 2)

Performance Criteria:

3.1  Feeder is set up and adjusted to suit job requirements

3.2  Sheet / product pick-up and transportation system is set up and adjusted to suit job requirements

3.3  Transfer systems are set up and adjusted to suit job requirements

3.4  Delivery is set up and adjusted to suit job requirements

3.5  Product is removed from process according to job instructions

3.6  Sheet / product transfer and control system is set up and adjusted to suit job requirements

3.7  Readiness of transport and delivery systems is reported according to enterprise procedures for final adjustments by designated person, if required

Element:

4.  Prepare machine

Performance Criteria:

4.1  Machine is set up according to job instructions

4.2  Inks, glues, liquid and or other materials are loaded as required according to manufacturer's instructions and enterprise procedures

4.3  Plates, cutting or other devices are installed as required according to manufacturer's instructions and enterprise procedures

4.4  Registration, alignment or centring is confirmed according to machine manufacturer's / supplier's instructions and enterprise procedures

4.5  Machine is run through cycle at the same time ensuring that the substrate / product is positioned properly and that the process is being performed according to established workplace and OHS procedures

4.6  Readiness of machine is reported according to enterprise procedures for final adjustments and proofing by designated person, if required

Element:

5.  Conduct shutdown of production process

Performance Criteria:

5.1  Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures

5.2  Shutdown is conducted in association with fellow workers, if required, and in compliance with OH&S requirements

5.3  Unused materials are stored according to manufacturer’s / supplier’s specifications and enterprise procedures

5.4  Used plates, cutting and other devices are removed and stored according to manufacturer’s / supplier’s specifications and enterprise procedures

5.5  All product is removed from operating area according to enterprise procedures and OH&S standards

5.6  Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures

5.7  Repair / adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations

Element:

6.  Clean and wash up machine at end of run

Performance Criteria:

6.1  Machine sections, as relevant to process, are cleaned ready for next run

6.2  Inking / gluing / coating system, if used in process, is washed up ready for next run, and waste is disposed of according to enterprise and regulatory requirements

6.3  In-line printing / converting / binding / finishing / coating units are cleaned ready for next run

6.4  Feed, transportation and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run


Learning Outcomes


OHS in relation to operating machinery such as safely switching off machinery before cleaning is started

Communication of ideas and information by interpreting job tickets

Collecting, analysing and organising information by reading data on substrates, inks and glues to ensure correct usage and handling

Planning and organising activities by deciding on a sequence of set ups and wash-ups to ensure efficient operation

Teamwork when working with others to ensure efficient set up and wash-up

Mathematical ideas and techniques by calculating substrate and other consumable requirements for job

Problem-solving skills by recognising and reporting problems in set up (or wash-up)

Use of technology by using monitoring systems


Details of Learning Activities

Learners are given instruction and experience on a range of machinery used within the printing industry. 

The diffrences and similarities of feeder and delivery sections, installation of plate, screen and/or cutting devices are pointed out. 

Learners are given opportunity to practice installing equipment and configuring the machine for production.

Setting up the ink and/or dampening systems.

The use of computer interfaces for pre-setting the machine.

Performing cleaning duties at the completion of production and shutdown the machine.

The use of material handling equipment such as pallet trucks, scissor lifts and pile turners will also be discussed.


Teaching Schedule

The unit may be delivered on the job or off the job.

Of the job delivery is over the full course of the program.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Demonstrating the location and operation of all safety devices on the machine.

Preparing machines for production and assisting with their operation according to enterprise procedures .


Assessment Tasks

Prepare and set up to the stage of final adjustment of any ONE machine according to manufacturer’s specifications and the listed Performance Criteria OR set up a minor process on a dedicated machine.

Assist in the shutdown, wash-up and cleaning of machines at the end of production.  

Evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity .


Assessment Matrix

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