Major Work Activity B – Performs benchwork

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determine shape and requirement of layout

shape and requirement of layout is determined according to specifications

select and use layout tools

layout tools are selected according to workpiece characteristics, operations to be performed and specifications

mark workpiece

workpiece is marked according to specifications

verify layout

layout is verified using measuring and inspection tools

perform permanent layout

permanent markings conform to layout

demonstrate knowledge of basic layout and its application

define terminology associated with basic layout

describe the procedures used to read and transfer sizes from a drawing

calculate layout dimensions and reference points

describe the procedures used to perform a basic layout

demonstrate knowledge of basic layout tools, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use

identify types of basic layout tools and describe their applications and procedures for use

identify types of layout media/solutions and describe their applications

describe the procedures used to inspect, maintain and store layout tools and equipment

demonstrate knowledge of precision layout and its applications

describe the procedures used to perform a precision layout

demonstrate knowledge of precision layout tools, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use

identify precision layout tools and describe their applications and procedures for use

calculate sine bar values

calculate angles, arcs and location from reference point

describe the procedures used to inspect, maintain and store precision layout tools

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select blade and pitch for application

blade and pitch are selected for application according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed

install and tension blade in the frame

blade is installed in the frame and tensioned

select work holding device

work holding device is selected according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed

set up workpiece in work holding device

workpiece is set up in work holding device to protect material and operator

perform sawing technique

sawing technique is performed to optimize material removal

identify problems

problems are identified

implement solutions

problems are eliminated

verify workpiece

workpiece is verified that it meets specifications by using inspection equipment

demonstrate knowledge of hand saws, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use

define terminology associated with hand saws

identify types of hand saws and describe their applications

identify types of sawing operations and describe their associated procedures

identify types of blades and describe their parameters, applications and installation procedures

identify potential problems during sawing operations and describe their causes and solutions

demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures

identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to hand saws

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select and use filing tools for application

filing tools are selected and used for application according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed

select work holding device

work holding device is selected according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed

set up workpiece in work holding device

workpiece is set up in work holding device to protect material and operator

perform filing technique

filing technique is performed according to specifications

measure and check feature

feature is measured and checked throughout the process to make adjustments

identify problems

problems are identified

implement solutions

problems are eliminated

remove debris from file

debris from file is removed by using file card, and cutting ability of file is restored

verify workpiece

workpiece is verified that it meets specifications by using inspection equipment

demonstrate knowledge of filing tools, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use

identify types of filing tools and describe their applications and procedures for use

describe the procedures used to inspect, maintain and store filing tools

demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures

identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to filing tools

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select prick punch and centre punch

prick punch and centre punch are selected

punch layout

layout is punched to determine drilling position

select handheld tool and centre drill for application

handheld tool and centre drill is selected for application according to hole size

centre drill workpiece

workpiece is centre drilled

select drill for application

drill is selected for application according to workpiece and operations to be performed

drill the workpiece

workpiece is drilled

select countersink for application

countersink is selected for application

countersink workpiece

workpiece hole is countersunk

select reamer for application

reamer is selected for application

ream workpiece

workpiece is reamed

measure and check feature

feature is measured and checked throughout the process to make adjustments

identify problems

problems are identified

implement solutions

problems are eliminated

verify feature

feature is verified that it meets specifications by using inspection equipment

demonstrate knowledge of drilling, reaming and countersink operations

describe the procedures used for spotting and drilling work

identify types of drills and hand reamers and procedures for use

describe the procedures used for drilling and reaming work

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select taps or dies

taps or dies are selected according to specifications

select tap handle or die stock

tap handle or die stock is selected according to tool, workpiece and operations to be performed

select work holding device

work holding device is selected according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed

set up workpiece in work holding device

workpiece is set up in work holding device to protect material and operator

tap or thread workpiece

workpiece is tapped or threaded

measure and check feature

feature is measured and checked throughout the process to make adjustments

identify problems

problems are identified

implement solutions

problems are eliminated

verify feature

feature is verified that it meets specifications by using inspection equipment

demonstrate knowledge of threads and their applications

define terminology associated with threads

identify types of threads and describe their purpose and applications

explain thread fit, classifications and series

identify types of thread inserts and describe their applications and installation procedures

describe the importance of thread fit and the use of thread gauges

identify types of thread failures and describe their causes and solutions

describe the procedures used to produce threads using taps and dies

identify types of taps and dies and describe their applications and procedures for use

describe the procedure to extract broken taps

demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to measure and gauge threads

calculate and select tap drill sizes in metric and imperial

identify methods used to measure and gauge threads and describe their associated procedures

demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures

identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to threading

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clean hole

hole is cleaned to ensure no contamination

select type of thread insert

type of thread insert is selected according to size, length, application and specifications

select installation tool

installation tool is selected according to insert size and type

select work holding device

work holding device is selected according to workpiece characteristics

set up workpiece in work holding device

workpiece is set up in work holding device to protect material and operator

install thread insert

thread insert is installed to strengthen or repair the thread

verify feature

feature is verified that it meets specifications by using inspection equipment

demonstrate knowledge of thread inserts and their applications

identify types of thread inserts and describe their applications and installation procedures

explain thread fit, classifications and series

describe the importance of thread fit and the use of thread gauges

identify types of thread insert failures and describe their causes and solutions

demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to measure and gauge threads

calculate and select tap drill sizes in metric and imperial

identify methods used to measure and gauge threads and describe their associated procedures

demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures

identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to threading

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select type of broach, bushing and shim

type of broach, bushing and shim is selected according to specifications

perform broaching technique

broaching technique is performed

measure and check feature

feature is measured and checked throughout the process to make adjustments

identify problems

problems are identified

implement solutions

problems are eliminated

verify feature

feature is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment

demonstrate knowledge of broaches and broaching equipment, their applications, set up and procedures for use

define terminology associated with broaches and broaching equipment

describe the procedures used to set up and operate broaching equipment

explain the operating principles of broaching equipment

identify types of broaching equipment and describe their components and applications

identify types of tooling for broaching equipment and describe their applications

describe the procedures used to hand broach keyways

demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures

identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to broaches and broaching machines

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select press

press is selected according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed

select work holding device

work holding device is selected according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed

set up workpiece in work holding device

workpiece is set up in work holding device to protect material and operator

set work table height on hydraulic press

work table height on hydraulic press is set to accommodate workpiece

identify interference tolerances

interference tolerances for specific application are identified according to specifications

perform pressing techniques

pressing techniques are performed

measure and check feature

feature is measured and checked throughout the process to make adjustments

identify problems

problems are identified

implement solutions

problems are eliminated

verify feature

feature is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment

demonstrate knowledge of press equipment, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use

define terminology associated with press equipment

describe the procedures used to set up and operate press equipment

explain the operating principles of press equipment

identify types of press equipment and describe their components and applications

demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures

identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to the use of press equipment

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select heating equipment

heating equipment is selected according to workpiece

set up heating equipment

heating equipment is set up

select work holding device

work holding device is selected according to workpiece

set up workpiece in work holding device

workpiece is set up in work holding device to protect material and operator

determine bend allowance

bend allowance is determined

perform heating technique

heating technique is performed if required to make workpiece malleable

perform bending process

bending process is performed according to specifications

measure and check feature

feature is measured and checked throughout the process to make adjustments

identify problems

problems are identified

implement solutions

problems are eliminated

verify feature

feature is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment

demonstrate knowledge of heating processes used in machining operations and their applications

define terminology associated with heating processes

identify heating processes and describe their characteristics and applications

identify types of heating equipment and describe their applications

describe the procedures used to inspect and store heating equipment

demonstrate knowledge of bending processes used in machining operations and their applications

define terminology associated with bending processes

identify bending processes and describe their characteristics and applications

identify types of bending equipment and describe their applications

demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures

identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to heating and bending processes

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select finishing process

finishing process is selected according to specifications

clean workpiece

workpiece is cleaned

select abrasives

abrasives are selected according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed

select work holding device

work holding device is selected according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed

set up workpiece in work holding device

workpiece is set up in work holding device to protect material and operator

perform finishing technique

finishing technique is performed to achieve required finish

measure workpiece

workpiece is measured throughout the process to make finish adjustments

identify problems

problems are identified

implement solutions

problems are eliminated

clean workpiece

workpiece is cleaned to remove debris

verify workpiece

workpiece is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment

protect finished workpiece

finished workpiece is protected using material

demonstrate knowledge of abrasives, their applications and procedures for use

define terminology associated with abrasive finishing

identify types of abrasives and describe their characteristics and applications

demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures

identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to abrasives

demonstrate knowledge of abrasive finishing techniques

describe the procedures used to shape or finish a workpiece using abrasive techniques

identify types of materials and equipment used to lap and hone workpieces

identify lapping and honing techniques and describe their associated procedures

identify types of materials and equipment used to buff and polish workpieces

identify polishing and blending techniques and describe their associated procedures

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read documentation

documentation is read to assess required disassembly

select and use tools

tools are selected and used according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed

record disassembly

records of disassembly are kept

mark components

components are marked to aid reassembly

remove necessary components

necessary components are removed according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed

demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used for refurbishing components

identify types of fits, clearances, tolerances and serviceable limits

identify types of components and describe their disassembly procedures

identify types of tools used in refurbishing and describe their procedures for use

interpret documentation pertaining to refurbishing components

describe the order of operations used to disassemble components

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identify components

components are identified

clean components

components are cleaned to remove debris and undesired substances

inspect components

components are visually inspected for defects

measure components

components are measured according to specifications using inspection equipment

analyze and document findings

findings are analyzed and documented according to specifications

determine need for replacement or repair of faulty components

need for repair or replacement of faulty components is determined according to analysis

demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to analyze components

describe the procedures used to clean components

describe the procedures used to inspect components

identify inspection equipment used to inspect components

demonstrate knowledge of calculations required to measure components

calculate and measure component features

demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to prepare documentation

describe the procedures used to prepare documentation

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replace or repair faulty components

faulty components are repaired or replaced

read documentation

documentation is read to assess required assembly

select and use tools

tools are selected and used according to operations to be performed

lay out and verify components

components are laid out and verified before assembly

fit components

components are fitted according to specifications using techniques

measure and check fit

fit is measured and checked throughout the process to make adjustments

identify problems

problems are identified

implement solutions

problems are eliminated

verify repaired assembly

repaired assembly is verified according to specifications

demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used for assembling components

describe the procedures used to repair or replace mechanical components

identify types of materials used to fit and assemble components and describe their applications and procedures for use

describe the procedures used to fit and assemble components

describe the order of operations used to assemble components

identify tools used to assemble components

demonstrate knowledge of calculations required to measure components

calculate and measure component features