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REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Manufacture basic tooling

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
13236	Manufacture basic tooling
ORIGINATOR
SGB Manufacturing and Assembly Processes
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology			Manufacturing and Assembly
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 2	NQF Level 02	24
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		2018-07-01	2023-06-30	SAQA 06120/18
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30		2027-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard.

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

The skills, values and knowledge reflected in this unit standard are required by people in the field of engineering machining. This unit standard applies to the manufacture of tools, jigs, dies and fixtures and plastic injection moulds. The learner must demonstrate competence in either of the two skills areas to receive credits for this standard. The learning outcomes in this unit standard also contribute to the exit level outcomes required for the National Certificate in Engineering Machining (NQF level 2) and related qualifications. Qualifying learners can carry out machining operations to manufacture a range of basic tools, dies, jigs and fixtures or plastic injection moulds to predetermined specifications.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

This unit standard has been designed as the start of a progression. It is one of a series of unit standards for the manufacture of tooling in the engineering machining skills area. The credits allocated to this unit standard assume that a learner has already learned to: Select, use and care for engineering hand tools Select, use and care for engineering power tools Select, use and care for engineering measuring equipment Read, interpret and produce basic engineering drawings Mark off engineering shapes Maintain a safe and productive work area Operate and monitor a milling machine to produce simple components Operate and monitor a lathe to produce simple components Operate and monitor a drilling machine to produce simple components Operate and monitor a grinding machine to produce simple components

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

The scope and level of this unit standard is determined by the ranges as indicated under the specific outcomes. All work is performed under supervision.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Plan and prepare for tooling manufacturing process.

OUTCOME NOTES

Determine project requirements from drawings or sample parts and develop manufacturing plan Select tools and machinery to be used Source required materials and check against material list Prepare machinery for operation including lubrication, routine maintenance and pre-operational checks Check materials and tools required are at workstation

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Tooling manufactured meets specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Sample parts meet specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Time frames for manufacturing tooling adhered to.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Manufacture basic tooling.

OUTCOME NOTES

Mark out materials as required Index datum points Machine tooling Perform basic stress relief or surface heat treatment processes Finish tooling using appropriate tools Measure tooling

OUTCOME RANGE

The range of basic tooling manufactured is limited to small tools, jigs, dies, fixtures and gauges or plastic injection moulds. Machines used may include lathes, milling, surface grinding and drilling machines. Tools used include a range of hand and power tools.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Tooling manufactured meets specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Sample parts meet specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Time frames for manufacturing tooling adhered to.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Assemble tooling.

OUTCOME NOTES

Check assembled tooling against specifications

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Tooling manufactured meets specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Sample parts meet specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Time frames for manufacturing tooling adhered to.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Perform sample part try-out.

OUTCOME NOTES

Set up tooling in press Produce sample part Select and prepare appropriate measuring equipment Measure sample part Check sample part against part drawing Identify non-conformances and rectify tooling as required Reproduce sample part from rectified tooling and re-check to part drawing Grease, pack and store completed tooling

OUTCOME RANGE

Rectifying tooling may include resharpening, resetting, resizing.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Tooling manufactured meets specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Sample parts meet specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Time frames for manufacturing tooling adhered to.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Recognise and report problems, changes and/or malfunctions while working.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Tooling manufactured meets specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Sample parts meet specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Time frames for manufacturing tooling adhered to.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Record information on work done.

OUTCOME NOTES

Document tooling manufactured and conformance of sample component to specifications

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Tooling manufactured meets specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Sample parts meet specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Time frames for manufacturing tooling adhered to.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7

Work safely with care for self, fellow workers, machines, equipment, materials and environment.

OUTCOME RANGE

Safe working practices include the use of guards, correct coolants and appropriate personal protective equipment

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Tooling manufactured meets specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Sample parts meet specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Time frames for manufacturing tooling adhered to.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators: Materials selected to manufacture basic tooling are appropriate in terms of strength, durability, desired finish and heat treatment requirements Appropriate equipment and machining processes are selected to ensure tooling conforms to project specifications and meets quality and efficiency requirements Machinery is set up to accept work safely and without damage to work piece or machine Machine operating instructions and worksite procedures are adhered to Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes meet specifications Finish on tooling manufactured meets specifications Assembled tooling meets specifications Sample components are measured and conformance to specification documented Tooling protection and storage meets specifications Time frames met Safe working practices are adhered to Problems are reported timeously to appropriate personnel A clean and tidy work environment is maintained Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering: The process of manufacturing basic tooling - procedures and techniques Machine functions, parts, accessories and set up Manufacture of sample components Interpretation of drawings and sketches Time frames Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment Finishing of tooling Assembly of tooling Protection and storage of tooling Applicable theory Material types and applications Safety Reporting and documentation requirements Discuss the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

The assessment will be governed by the policies and guidelines of the MERSETA Education and Training Quality Assuror who has jurisdiction over this field of learning. The assessor will (at the very least) be accredited and have a technical qualification in this learning area. The learner can be assessed in the language of his/her choice although s/he has to report incidents or conditions to someone else. The learner will be assessed on his/her ability to report in the language commonly used in his/her working environment. The learner will be assessed in the workplace but s/he can submit documents, projects, test results and assignments that were not produced in the workplace. The learner can be assessed against this unit standard to obtain credits or as part of an integrated assessment for a qualification.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

Names & functions of: Machining processes used to manufacture basic tooling Common defects on tooling manufactured Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties: Engineering drawings and sketches Factors to take into account when determining project requirements Principles for tool and equipment selection Material types and applications (for tooling manufacture and for component to be produced using that tooling) Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment processes Purpose of: Manufacturing tools, jigs, dies and fixtures or plastic injection moulds Safety checks Processes, events, causes and effects, implications: Implications of selecting inappropriate machinery and equipment to manufacture tooling Implications of sample component not meeting specifications Implications and consequences of situations such as, e.g. damaged or faulty equipment, allowing faulty processes to continue, delaying reports about changing conditions Implications of not protecting and storing tooling correctly Implications of not adhering to manufacturing time frames Procedures and techniques Project and manufacturing planning Machining operations and procedures covered by this unit standard Tooling finishing procedures Tooling assembly and setting procedures Basic stress relief and surface heat treatment of manufactured tooling Measuring procedures Machinery cleaning procedures Machinery safety procedures Procedures for the protection and storage of tooling Recording and reporting procedures Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards Applicable safety, health and environmental protection legislation and standards Theory: rules, principles, laws Applicable machining theory covering the manufacture of basic tooling and material properties and the basic principles of tooling design Applicable mathematical concepts including geometry, trigonometry and algebra Applicable underlying scientific concepts Relationships, systems: The relationship of the tooling manufactured to the components to be manufactured from it.

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems: Recognise problems while manufacturing tooling and respond appropriately

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organise and manage myself and my activities: Plan sequence of operations based on tooling manufacturing requirements

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information: Collect sensory and numeric information from the process Classify the information and identify deviations from the norm

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively: Record outputs, incidents, measurements Report incidents and conditions Respond to questions or requests for more details

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use science and technology effectively and critically: Understand and explain machining theory and mathematical and scientific concepts underpinning the manufacturing of production tooling

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems: The purpose of the manufactured tooling The relationship of the manufactured tooling to the components to be manufactured from it

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Elective	23277	National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Machining	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2008-06-25	MERSETA

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