Course Title: Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2016

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

Luigi La forgia
Phone: +61 3 9925 4864
Email: luigi.laforgia@rmit.edu.au

Kenneth Falzon
Phone: +61 3 9925 4716
mail: kenneth.falzon@rmit.edu.au

Manoj Pendhakar
Phone: +61 3 9925 4308
Email: manoj.pendharkar@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 be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for the two clustered competencies (UEENEEE101A and UEENEEE102A) and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.
• Workshop exercises
• Presentations & Tutorials

Cluster Information:

This course is delivered in a cluster (Workshop Practice) in conjunction with UEENEEEE101A (OHTH5729C). You must enrol in both courses delivered in this cluster. All the learning and assessment activities will include the components both competencies UEENEEE101A and UEEDNEEE102A.

Elements and Performance Criteria for UEENEEE101A (OHTH5729C)

1. Prepare to enter a work area
1.1 Work area access permits are obtained from appropriate personnel according to established procedures
1.2 Safe work methods for controlling risk obtained, read and understood prior to undertaking a work activity.
1.3. Preparations for electrical and non-electrical isolation are carried out to prevent creation of hazards from loss of machine/system/process control according to established procedures.
1.4 Tools and equipment needed for the work are checked for safety and correct functionality according to established procedures and regulatory requirements.

2. Apply safe working practices.
2.1 Safe work methods for controlling risk are followed accurately.
2.2 Workplace procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies are followed according to work procedures and scope of responsibility and competencies.

3. Follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control
3.1 Hazards are identified and control measures implemented and monitored through active participation in the consultation process with employer and other employees.
3.2 Hazards in the work area are recognised and reported to appropriate personnel according to established procedures.
3.3 OHS records of incidents are completed in accordance with regulatory requirements and established procedures.
3.4 Workplace instructions and training are followed accurately within established procedures.

Engineers Australia Mapping Information:

This course and other two clustered competencies are mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:
EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base

EA1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.

EA 2. Engineering Application Ability

EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.
EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.
EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes

EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with cluster of competencies UEENEE101A and UEENEEE102A in the Assessment Matrix.
 

Teaching Schedule

The proposed teaching schedule for the three clustered competencies (UEENEEE102A and UEENEEE101A) is detailed below:

Week	Topics delivered
1	Introduction to Workshop Practice OHS, Building 56/57 safety guide declaration Occupational Health and Safety legal requirements in the workplace OHS: The work environment Refer to Blackboard shell for details.
2	OHS: Manual handling OHS: Chemicals in the workplace
3	OHS: Working at heights OHS: Confined spaces
4	OHS: Physical and psychological hazards OHS: Working safely with electricity
5	OHS: Life support – CPR in the workplace
6	OHS: Assessment 1 Due - 30%
7	(Box fabrication); (Hand and Power Tools);
8	(Soldering); (Fabrication & Assembly of different types of cable terminations). Refer to Blackboard shell for full details.
9	Continue Fabricate Assessment Activities including Sheet metal work; Mechanical measurement and marking out; Low tolerance measurement; Workshop planning and materials
10	Continue with Fabricate Assessment Activities including - See week 3 and Selecting Hand and power tools and their applications; Dismantling and assembling equipment; Holding and cutting.
11	Assessment 2 Due - 30% Continue with Fabricate Assessment Activities including - See week 3 and Cutting, shaping, joining metallic and non-metallic materials.
12	Continue with Fabricate Assessment Activities including - See week 3 and Use of hand, fixed and portable hand tools; Soldering.
13	Continue with Fabricate Assessment Activities.
14	Continue with Fabricate Assessment Activities.
15	Continue with Fabricate Assessment Activities.
16	Assessment 3 Due - 40%
17-18	Assessment, Correction and Catch-Up period

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 a minimum of 21 hours outside the class time.

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2007 Electrical Safety Act 1998 Electrical Safety (Installations) Regulations 2009 AS/NZS 3012 Electrical Installations - Construction and demolition sites Worksafe publication: Electrical Installations on construction sites - 3rd Ed 2011 Construction and Property Services Industry Skills Council publication: Construction Industry OHS Pocket Book - April 2007 Australian Government NBN Learner Guide for ICTTEN2140A: Use hand and power tools Internet Industry magazines

Other Resources

Students will be able to access information and learning materials through myRMIT and may be provided with additional materials in class. List of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.

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

Assessment 1: Weeks 1-6
Weighting towards final grade (%):30%

Assessment 2: Weeks 3 - 11
Weighting towards final grade (%):30%

Assessment 3: Weeks 5 - 16
Weighting towards final grade (%):40% 

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

Assessment 1

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 2

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

Assessment 3

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

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 Assessment vs UEENEEE101A Elements & Performance Criteria

 

	UEENEE101A Elements & Performance Criteria
Assessments	1.1	1.2	1.3	1.4	2.1	2.2	3.1	3.2	3.3	3.4
Assessment 1	X	X	X	X	X	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

Assessment 1

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 2

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 3

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

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X

All Assessments UEENEEE102A

2

2

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1

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All Assessments UEENEEE101A

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1

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

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• Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
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- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
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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.
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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
 

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Email Communication:
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