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: C6121 - Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems 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. 1.2 Established OHS risk control measures and procedures in preparation for the work are followed. 1.3 Safety hazard not previously identified are reported and advice on risk control measures is sought from the work supervisor. 1.4 The nature of the work is obtained from documentation and from work supervisor to establish the scope of work to be undertaken. 1.5 Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others. 1.6 Materials required for the work are obtained in accordance with established routines and procedures. 1.7 Tools, equipment and measuring devices needed to carry out the work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety. 1.8 Cutting tools such as drills and chisels are sharpened to suit the material on which they are to be used.
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. 2.2 Circuits/machines/plant are checked as being isolated where necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures. 2.3 Appropriate tools are selected and used correctly and safely in dismantling and assembling apparatus. 2.4 Manufacturer apparatus dismantling and assembling guides are used where applicable. 2.5 Components are marked or tagged during the dismantling to help ensure correct and efficient reassembly. 2.6 Dismantled components and parts are stored to protect them against loss or damage. 2.7 Apparatus is dismantled and assembled efficiently without waste of materials and energy and/or damage to apparatus and the surrounding environment or services. 2.8 Procedures for referring non-routine events to immediate supervisor for directions are followed. 2.9 Routine quality checks are carried out in accordance with work instructions. 2.10 OHS risk control work completion measures and procedures are followed. 2.11 Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures. 2.12 Work supervisor is notified of the completion of the work in accordance with established procedures.
Element:	3 Fabricate utilities industry components.
Performance Criteria:	3.1. Established OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed. 3.2. Circuits/machines/plant are checked as being isolated where necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures. 3.3. Appropriate tools are selected and used correctly and safely in fabricating components. 3.4. Drawings and instruction for the fabrication of components are followed. 3.5. Component dimensions are determined directly or by calculation from information given in job drawings and instructions. 3.6. Components are fabricated efficiently without waste of materials and energy and/or damage to the surrounding environment or services. 3.7. Procedures for referring non-routine events to immediate supervisor for directions are followed. 3.8. Routine quality checks are carried out in accordance with work instructions. 3.9. OHS risk control work completion measures and procedures are followed. 3.10. Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures. 3.11. Work supervisor is notified of the completion of the work in accordance with established procedures.

Learning Outcomes

Refer to Elements

Details of Learning Activities

You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirements for the competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates
• Mechanical Drawing Interpretation used in the utilities Industry
• Lab exercise
• Workshop exercise
• Workshop practices
• Hand soldering

Engineers Australia Mapping Information:

This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:
EA1.1 Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA1.2 Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA1.3 In-depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA1.4 Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.
EA2.1 Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well defined engineering problems.
EA2.2 Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA2.3 Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA2.4 Application of systematic project management processes.
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 competency UEENEEE102A in the Assessment Matrix.
 

Teaching Schedule

 

The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:

Week	Topic Delivered	Elements / Performance Criteria
1	Introduction to Workshop Practice OHS Regulations and Standards	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.4, 2.9-2.11, 3.1-3.3, 3.6-3.10
2	Mechanical drawing interpretation Mark out metal work. Drilling and Cutting.	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.4, 2.9-2.11, 3.1-3.3, 3.6-3.10
3	Start sheet metal work. Folding and correcting errors. Check OHS hazards	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.4, 2.9-2.11, 3.1-3.3, 3.6-3.10
4	Marking out lid from made box bottom dimensions. Bend and cut accordingly.	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.4, 2.9-2.11, 3.1-3.3, 3.6-3.10
5	Drill inside and outside holes for fasteners. 1. Assemble and hold rigid 2. Mark holes on lid 3. Drill 2 mm holes in both lid and box bottom at once. 4. Disassemble lid from box bottom. 5. Expand 2mm to 3mm holes in lid.	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.4 2.9-2.11, 3.1-3.3, 3.5, 3.6-3.10
6	Polish up and adjust and assemble box bottom and lid to present for assessment.	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.4, 2.9-2.11, 3.1-3.3, 3.5, 3.6-3.10 Task 1: Aluminium box project completed and assessed 40%
7	Soldering Lecture Soldering process/PCB/Joint types	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.4, 2.9-2.11, 3.1-3.3, 3.5, 3.6-3.10
8	Soldering a PCB	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.4, 2.9-2.11, 3.1-3.3, 3.5, 3.6-3.10
9	Soldering and desoldering a PCB.	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.4, 2.9-2.11, 3.1-3.3, 3.5, 3.6-3.10
10	Surface Mount Components lecture	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.11, 3.1-3.10 Task 2: Soldering exercise completed 20%
11	Hand and Power Tool Theory.	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.11, 3.1-3.10
12	Tool storage and maintenance Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.11, 3.1-3.10
13	Tool types and applications	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.11, 3.1-3.10 Task 3: Hand and Power tools and assessment 20%
14	BNC coaxial cabling Termination	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.11, 3.1-3.10
15	Structured Cabling Termination	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.11, 3.1-3.10
16	Looming	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.11, 3.1-3.10 Task 4: Practical assessment of cabling tasks 20%
17	Course review and feedback	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.11, 3.1-3.10
18	Course review and feedback	E102A 1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.11, 3.1-3.10

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Resource materials will be available on myRMIT>Studies>EEET6993C

Australian Government NBN Learner Guide for ICTTEN2140A: Use hand and power tools

Internet

Industry magazines
 

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

• Assignment, 20%
• Project, 60%
• Lab work, 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

Practical assignment to demonstrate an understanding of Occupational Health and Safety to an extent indicated by the following aspects:
• basic legal requirements covering occupational health and safety in the workplace
• the requirements for personal safety in the workplace
• emergency procedures for the rescue of an electric shock victim equipment
• emergency first aid for an electric shock victim

 

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

Assignment

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Project

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

Lab work

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

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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

Ea3.7

Assignment

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Project

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Lab Work

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

All Assessments (UEENEEE102A)

3

2

3

2

2

2

3

3

3

3

3

2

2

2

2

2

2

0 (Blank)

Graduate attribute is not assessed.

1

Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element

2

Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element

3

Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element

Other Information

• Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is 10 hours outside the class time.

Study and Learning Support:

Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you. Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:

- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support

Disability Liaison Unit:

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete your studies.

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit

Late Submission:

If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.

If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.

Special Consideration:

Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration

Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.

Email Communication:

All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
 

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