Modification History
New unit
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency covers the use of computer simulations to develop engineering solutions for the design of plant, equipment and manufacturing processes. It includes mathematical models and computer simulation models, sensitivity estimation and optimisation to ensure reliability, validity and robustness of simulations.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to the use of computer simulation for design of significant plant, equipment or manufacturing processes across all forms of manufacturing and engineering. Design activities may also include reverse engineering, design rectification or modifications of an existing design. It is suitable for plant and process designers and maintenance personnel, and those pursuing engineering or related qualifications and careers.
Prior experience in the evaluation of plant and processes; scientific principles; analysis of loads on machine elements; selection of components; mathematics, including calculus and differential equations, materials, manufacturing processes and computer-aided design (CAD) is required.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
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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Clarify the simulation task and elaborate the specification |
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Establish, in consultation with client, required features of the computer simulations |
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Determine parameters to the brief or contract |
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1.3 |
Determine stakeholders to be consulted in design process |
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1.4 |
Assess occupational health and safety (OHS), regulatory, sustainability or environmental issues relevant to design task |
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1.5 |
Confirm design brief, including budget and schedule, and provide preliminary advice on feasibility |
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Research and test computer simulation options for a range of applications |
2.1 |
Analyse computer simulations software for reliability, validity and robustness |
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Assess process simulation software for applications in commercial plant and processes |
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2.3 |
Test computer simulation software with known solutions |
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2.4 |
Select the most appropriate simulation option for the application |
3 |
Prepare concept proposal |
3.1 |
computer simulation design |
3.2 |
Complete required modelling, optimisation and sensitivity analysis |
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3.3 |
Generate a range of design solutions, if required |
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3.4 |
Check feasibility and evaluate solutions against design criteria, standards and codes ensuring conformity to OHS requirements |
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3.5 |
Prepare a proposal that includes results of feasibility study, consideration of expert opinion, initial calculations, modelling and the use of judgment and discretion |
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3.6 |
Review concept proposal with client to improve outcomes and overcome possible problems |
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3.7 |
Negotiate adjustments to brief or contract parameters if required |
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Design plant, equipment or manufacturing process |
4.1 |
Design plant, equipment or process using chosen simulation methods |
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Optimise simulation and analyse sensitivity |
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4.3 |
Provide documentation, graphics, specifications and instructions |
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4.4 |
Consult with client and stakeholders |
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4.5 |
Obtain sign-off on design simulation |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Client |
Client may be:
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Computer simulations |
A computer simulation is a computer programme or network of computers that attempts to simulate an abstract model of a particular system in order to gain insight into the operation of the system or operator characteristics Typical applications include:
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Parameters to the design brief |
The design brief may include the design of new equipment or fault analysis, rectification or modification to an existing design. Parameters to the design brief may include:
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OHS, regulatory, sustainability and environmental issues |
OHS, regulatory, sustainability and environmental issues may include:
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Sustainability |
Sustainability is used to mean the entire sustainable performance of the organisation/plant including:
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Standards and codes |
Standards and codes refer to all relevant Australian and international standards and codes applicable to a particular design task |
Sensitivity estimation, optimisation and validation |
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Unit Sector(s)
Engineering practice
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.