Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2025

Course Code: MIET6361C

Course Title: Perform minor maintenance

School: 515T Creative Industries

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C4389 - Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear

Course Contact: Paul Castro

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9234

Course Contact Email: paul.castro@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

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

Nil

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to check machine performance and complete minor adjustments and maintenance on production machines.

This unit applies to individuals working in accordance with established procedures on routine and minor maintenance tasks. The individual may also be the machine operator. This unit does not apply to machine mechanics who undertake more significant machine repair and maintenance.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MSTGN2024 Perform minor maintenance
Element:	1. Operate machine and assess performance
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Start and stop machine in accordance with manufacturer operating instructions 1.2 Monitor machine operation and confirm it is operating according to specifications 1.3 Inspect product output and confirm required quality is being achieved 1.4 Identify operational faults based on results of monitoring and inspection
Element:	2. Rectify minor machine faults
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Rectify minor faults in machine and associated equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures 2.2 Complete accurate records of fault rectification in accordance with workplace procedures 2.3 Identify major faults and report in accordance with workplace procedures
Element:	3. Maintain effective machine operation
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Clean machine in accordance with manufacturer cleaning instructions and work schedules 3.2 Complete routine maintenance tasks in accordance with manufacturer instructions and record in accordance with workplace procedures 3.3 Check machine to ensure correct operation after maintenance activities

Learning Outcomes

Refer to Elements and Performance Criteria 

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

This course is delivered face to face. 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. 

Week	Topic	Readings and Activities	Assessment
Week 1	Introduction to machine maintenance	Class / workshop	Assessments assigned: Task 1 - 8 Questions CANVAS Task 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade Task 3 - Clean and maintain finishing machine Task 4 - TAG Out faulty machine ( is conducted anytime during the 16 weeks as necessary)
Week 2	How to service a skiving machine.	Workshop / Assessment activity	Task 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
Week 3	General maintenance	Workshop / Assessment activity	Task 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
Week 4	General maintenance	Workshop / Assessment activity	Task 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
Week 5	General maintenance	Workshop / Assessment activity	Task 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
Week 6	How to service a Flatbed sewing machine	Workshop / Assessment activity	Task 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
Week 7	General maintenance	Workshop / Assessment activity	Task 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
Week 8	General maintenance	Workshop / Assessment activity	Task 2 - Sharpen trimmer blade x4 students
	Break	Break	Break
Week 9	General maintenance	Workshop / Assessment activity	Task 3 - Clean and maintain finishing machine  x4 students
Week 10	How to service a Post bed sewing machine	Workshop / Assessment activity	Task 3 - Clean and maintain finishing machine  x4 students
Week 11	General maintenance	Workshop / Assessment activity	Task 1 - 8 Questions CANVAS Task 3 - Clean and maintain finishing machine  x4 students
Week 12	General maintenance	Workshop	Task 3 - Clean and maintain finishing machine  x4 students
Week 13	How to service a Zigzag sewing machine	Workshop	Task 3 - Clean and maintain finishing machine  x4 students
Week 14	General maintenance	Workshop	Task 3 - Clean and maintain finishing machine  x4 students
Week 15	General maintenance	Workshop	Task 3 - Clean and maintain finishing machine  x4 students
Week 16	General maintenance	Workshop and any outstanding exercises completed.	Task 3 - Clean and maintain finishing machine  x4 students

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 includes a range of project, 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 Assessment

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1 – Knowledge Questions: This assessment task allows you to demonstrate your knowledge required to perform minor maintenance. Due Week 11.

Assessment Task 2 – Perform minor maintenance practical: This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to perform minor maintenance. Due Weeks 2-8

Assessment Task 3 – Clean and maintain finishing machine: This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to perform minor maintenance. Due Weeks 9-16

Assessment Task 4 –Identify, document and report major fault: This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to identify, document and report a major machine fault. Conducted anytime during the 16 weeks as necessary

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.

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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