Modification History
Release 1 - New unit of competency
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers preparing the 3-D computer-aided drafting (CAD) environment, creating and modifying 3-D solid models, and producing output from the 3-D model.
Application of the Unit
This unit is suitable for those working within a drafting work environment and may be applied across a range of engineering disciplines. This unit applies to the production of 3-D solid models using CAD modelling software. Operations at this level include, but are not limited to, the creation and manipulation of entities, such as arcs, lines and primitives, such as spheres, cones, cylinders and boxes. It includes the use of region and solid modelling techniques, section views, and pre-drawn library files. Work also includes extraction of properties and application of basic rendering techniques.
This unit includes applications in CAD, computer graphics and animation, rapid prototyping, medical testing and visualisation of scientific research.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-Requisites
MEM09002B |
Interpret technical drawing |
MEM30031A |
Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements |
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Determine solid modelling requirements |
1.1 |
Check purpose, scope and information requirements for modelling task |
1.2 |
Interpret available information relevant to project and work requirements, and identify and address further information needs |
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1.3 |
Identify and prepare equipment required to complete work |
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1.4 |
Identify and apply relevant codes, standards and symbols relevant to work |
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1.5 |
Consult appropriate personnel to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others involved in the project |
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1.6 |
Obtain and apply workplace occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental procedures for work |
2 |
Prepare 3-D environment |
2.1 |
Apply workplace procedures to retrieve and manipulate required information and navigate computing technology |
2.2 |
Set up a 3-D environment on the screen to allow multiple viewing |
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2.3 |
Create 3-D views on the screen by manipulating drawing planes and inserting 3-D geometric shapes |
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2.4 |
Establish coordinate system and orientation according to job requirements |
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2.5 |
Determine and exploit key features of solid modelling software package |
3 |
Produce output from 3-D model |
3.1 |
Perform drawing for solid modelling |
3.2 |
Exploit features of modelling software to optimise productivity |
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3.3 |
Extract physical properties to job requirement, including volume, mass and centre of gravity |
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3.4 |
Apply rendering techniques |
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3.5 |
Produce 3-D drawings incorporating section views with all necessary annotation |
4 |
Complete CAD operations |
4.1 |
Confirm model accurately reflects specifications, is presented according to work requirements and contains all relevant information |
4.2 |
Save and file drawing elements according to organisational procedure |
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4.3 |
Evaluate work and identify areas for improvement |
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4.4 |
Close applications, perform CAD housekeeping and maintain organisational filing system |
Required Skills and Knowledge
Required skills |
Required skills include:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge includes:
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to create 3-D models using CAD systems. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts. Specifically the candidate must be able to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate. This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with creating 3-D models using CAD systems or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit |
Method of assessment |
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways, including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials. |
Range Statement
Solid modelling task |
Solid modelling task may include:
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Rendering techniques |
Rendering techniques may include:
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Appropriate personnel |
Appropriate personnel may include:
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OHS requirements |
OHS requirements may include:
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Environmental requirements |
Environmental requirements may refer to:
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Resource requirements |
Resource requirements may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Drawing, drafting and design
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.