Course Title: Perform minor maintenance
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: MANU7391C
Course Title: Perform minor maintenance
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4389 - Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear
Course Contact: Peter Bonnell
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259171
Course Contact Email: peter.bonnell@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Andrew Robinson
+61 3 9925 9252
andrew.robinson@rmit.edu.au
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
None
Course Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to provide minor maintenance of footwear production machines.
In this unit students will develop knowledge and skills as it relates to problem solving skills and initiative and enterprise to identify and act on minor machine faults within area of own responsibility. This unit also requires planning and organising to safely and efficiently use, check and clean and lubricate machines and technology used in TCF industries. Communication skills are also required to document and report faults and maintenance information.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTGN2005 Perform minor maintenance |
Element: |
1. Determine job requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions |
Element: |
2. Operate machine and assess performance |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Start and stop machine according to manufacturer requirements 2.2 Monitor machine operation and production readings to ensure correct procedures are assessed and product meets quality standards 2.3 Identify and report problem with machine |
Element: |
3. Rectify minor machine fault |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify, address and report minor tool faults in machine and associated equipment, where necessary, to meet specified requirements 3.2 Identify, document and report major machine or product faults and inform appropriate personnel 3.3 Complete machine maintenance records and other documentation accurately |
Element: |
4. Maintain effective machine operation |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Clean machine according to WHS practices and schedules, workplace procedures and manufacturer cleaning instructions 4.2 Lubricate machine according to workplace requirements and schedules, workplace procedures and manufacturer lubricating instructions 4.3 Check machine to ensure correct operation |
Learning Outcomes
On the successful completion of this unit you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. You will have learned to undrstand procedures and guidelines for safe operation and maintenance of machines and typical fault conditions and related fault-finding procedures. In addition you learn basic machine maintenance and repair techniques and cleaning and lubricating techniques.
Details of Learning Activities
This course covers skills and knowledge to provide minor maintenance of production machines and basic Hand tools used in the production of Footwear. It also applies to checking machine performance and undertaking minor adjustments to production machines.
Teaching Schedule
While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
Cluster Schedule: Maintenance Semester 2: 2020
Week 1
Introduction to machine maintenance
Workshop
Assessments assigned
Assignment 1 - Clean and maintain finishing machine
Assessment 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade
Week 2
How to service a skiving machine.
Workshop
Assessment 1 - Clean and maintain finishing machine x4 students
Week 3
General maintenance
Workshop
Assessment 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
Week 4
General maintenance
Workshop
Assessment 1 - Clean and maintain finishing machine x4 students
Week 5
General maintenance
Workshop
Assessment 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
Week 6
How to service a Flatbed sewing machine
Workshop
Assessment 1 - Clean and maintain finishing machine x4 students
Week 7
General maintenance
Workshop
Assessment 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
Week 8
General maintenance
Workshop
Assessment 1 - Clean and maintain finishing machine x4 students
Break
Week 9
General maintenance
Workshop
Assessment 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
Week 10
How to service a Postbed sewing machine
Workshop
Assessment 1 - Clean and maintain finishing machine x4 students
Week 11
General maintenance
Workshop
Assessment 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
Week 12
General maintenance
Workshop
Week 13
How to service a Zigzag sewing machine
Workshop
Week 14
General maintenance
Workshop
Week 15
General maintenance
Workshop
Assessment 3: Machine Maintenance QA
Week 16
General maintenance
Workshop and any outstanding exercises to be completed.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a range of practical and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Tasks
Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
This course is assessed in accordance with the competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Assignment 1 - Clean and maintain finishing machine
Assessment 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade
Assessment 3: Machine Maintenance QA
This course is assessed in accordance with the competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available on MyRMIT for full assessment criteria.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates the alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration (or Course Coordinator).
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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