Tamworth RTO 90162

2015 Training and Assessment Strategy

Approved by: RTO Manager

Approval: 15/12/2014
Course Duration: 2 years
Date of commencement:
T1-2015
conclusion:T4-2016

Delivery Site: Macksville High School

Names of VET Teachers: Ken Jordan

Qualification Code and Title:

MEM10105 Certificate I in Engineering R2

2Ux1yr
26200
Curriculum Framework
X 2Ux2yr
26201 Metal & Engineering Curriculum Fr
4Ux1yr
26202

Elective units

HSC Mandatory Core Core Units

This course is from Training Package

MEM05 Metal & Engineering V11.1
Code
NA
MEM13014A
MEM14004A
MEM15024A
MEM15002A
MEM16007A
MEM09002B
MEM12023A
MEM12024A
MEM18001C
MEM18002B
Teachers
MEM11011B
MEM03003B
MEM05004C
MEM05007C
MEM05012C
MEM07032B
MEM16008A

Qualification Packaging Rules:

Core units - 4

Elective Units - to the value of at least 24 points

Unit of Competency
AQF
BOSTES
Points
Hours
Status
Status
Manufacturing, engineering and related services industries
Nil
Compulsory
10
induction
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the
Core
Compulsory
15
work environment
Plan to undertake a routine task
Core
Compulsory
10
Apply quality procedures
Core
Compulsory
5
Apply quality systems
Elective
Compulsory
2
10
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related
Core
Compulsory
15
environment
Interpret technical drawing
Elective
Compulsory
30
Perform engineering measurements
Elective
Compulsory
5
15
Perform computations
Elective
Compulsory
3
20
Use hand tools
Elective
Compulsory
2
20
Use power tools/hand held operations
Elective
Compulsory
2
20
may select up to 10 Industry Points worth of elective units to deliver within this course. The certificate I course MUS
EXCEED 24 POINTS in total
Elective
Elective
Undertake manual handling
2
5
Elective
Elective
Perform sheet and plate assembly
4
35
Elective
Elective
Perform routine oxy acetylene welding
2
15
Elective
Elective
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
2
10
Elective
Elective
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
2
20
Elective
Elective
Use workshop machines for basic operations
2
25
Interact with computing technology
Elective
Elective
2
10

MEM05005B

Carry out mechanical cutting

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Elective

Elective
Course Total

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Assessment Events Matrix MEM10105

BOSTES
Compulsory

Code

Cluster of units to be assessed

Specific assessment tool/s

Notes

Nil

Manufacturing, engineering and related services industries

induction

RTO provided resources

available. Not compulsory for
use

The RTO does not require formal

assessment of this unit as this is not
related to a formal unit of competency.

Core Event 1

MEM13014A

Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work

environment

WHS activities
WHS unit test

Core Event 2

MEM09002B

Interpret technical drawing

Review Theory task

The current task may be used from QMS

pending a revised task being published

Core Event 3

MEM12023A
MEM12024A

Perform engineering measurements

Perform computations

Review Theory task

The current task may be used from QMS

pending a revised task being published

Core Event 4

MEM14004A
MEM18801C
MEM18002B

Plan to undertake a routine task

Use hand tools
Use power tools/hand held operations

Soft face hammer**

Engineers Bevel**
Scratch gauge**

Core Event 5

MEM15024A
MEM15002A
MEM16007A

Apply quality procedures

Apply quality systems
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related
environment

Open major project

Observational assessment of
workplace conduct including
WP and classroom

Student Major work

Assessment of learning throughout course.
Application of quality principles on
manufacturing
Performance based assessment

Elective Event 1

MEM11011B

Undertake manual handling

Manual handling practical

assessment

This assessment was previously conducted

as part of the WHS task

MEM03003B

Perform sheet and plate assembly

Elective Event 3

MEM05004C

Perform routine oxy acetylene welding

Task to be developed by RTO

Elective Event 4

MEM05007C

Perform manual heating and thermal cutting

Task to be developed by RTO

Elective Event 5

MEM05012C

Perform routine manual metal arc welding

Task to be developed by RTO

Elective Event 6

MEM07032B

Use workshop machines for basic operations

Task to be developed by RTO

Elective Event 7

MEM16008A

Interact with computing technology

Task to be developed by RTO

Elective Event 8

MEM05005B

Carry out mechanical cutting

Task to be developed by RTO

70 Hours Work Placement

Elective Event 2

WP

Sheet Metal Toolbox** and

Plate Can Crusher**/Bar
clamp**

Student Placement Record

Work Readiness activities

Sheet and Plate may be sequenced at school

discretion

Student Placement Record form completed

prior to placement

*Internal School assessments may be carried out independent of this matrix for NSW BOS requirements for the NSW Higher Schools Certificate. This assessment matrix does not include
examinations for BOS purposes.
**Projects are indicative and may be substituted with local projects. Skills and processes should be on a reasonably comparable level to those issued with the assessment package.
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Macksville HIGH SCHOOL SCOPE AND SEQUENCE

MEM10105 Certificate I in Engineering Preliminary COURSE 2015
Task/ Event
Number

Event Title

Term 1
Hr

BOSTES
Compulsory
WH&S -1
Interpret
DWG-2
Perf
Measure
Perf Calcs3
Routine
task
Hand Tools
Power
tools Hand
held-4
Quality
systems,
procedure
Work with
others-5
Manual
Handling-6
Sheet and
plate-7
Oxy
welding-8
Workshop
machines-9

Term 2

10

Term 3

10

10

Nil
MEM13014A
MEM09002B
MEM12023A
MEM12024A

MEM14004A
MEM18801C
MEM18002B

MEM15024A
MEM15002A
MEM16007A
MEM11011B
MEM03003B
MEM05004C
MEM07032B

Work Placement

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Macksville HIGH SCHOOL SCOPE AND SEQUENCE

MEM10105 Certificate I in Engineering HSC COURSE 2016
Event Number

Event Title

Term 4

Term 1

1
0

Term 2

1
0

Term 3

1
0

Nil

WH&S -1

MEM13014
A

Interpret
DWG-2

MEM09002
B

Perf Measure
Perf Calcs-3
Routine task
Hand Tools
Power tools
Hand held-4
Quality
systems,
procedure
Work with
others-5

MEM12023
A
MEM12024
A
MEM14004
A
MEM18801
C
MEM18002
B
MEM15024
A
MEM15002
A
MEM16007
A

Manual
Handling-6

MEM11011
B

Sheet and
plate-7

MEM03003
B

Oxy welding-8

MEM05004
C

Workshop
machines-9

MEM07032
B

Work Placement

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A copy of the training plan is held on

site.

Students who require literacy and numeracy support

Regional students
Students from NESB

The students may have varied previous experiences in related workplaces and in related areas of school and other
studies. They will therefore bring a variety of background knowledge and skills to the course.

They may have chosen the course to gain:

-

qualifications leading to further study or employment in this industry

skills that will enhance general employment opportunities
skills as part of a life skills program (for students with special learning needs)

Students with special needs

Students with special education needs may require adjustments to learning and assessment strategies as well as additional time
to demonstrate the required level of competence. Reasonable adjustment should be based upon the individual students needs
and abilities. They may require extended time and additional support, both off the job and in the workplace. Reasonable
adjustments to delivery and assessment are appropriate provided they conform to the industry competency standards as
expressed in the Training Package.

Are there students with special needs

in the class? ()
NO

X YES

http://www.humanrights.gov.au/our-work/disability-rights/disability-standards-andguidelines
Specific provisions for these students include: One student has a low literacy and numeracy level and will be guided in class with
extra tuition as well as some tasks will need to be modified.

Consultation contributing to the development of this Training and Assessment Strategy

This Training and Assessment Strategy has been developed through effective consultation with: industry; delivering VET teachers; school VET coordinators; RTO
personnel; regional personnel; skills council benchmarks; and industry employers/enterprises across the region.
Regular liaison occurs with the work placement service provider, Youth Express, and the regional industry consultative group IAG to obtain industry feedback on training,
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delivery and assessment, and industry benchmarks.

Feedback is gained from participants at training and assessment validation professional learning workshops, direct from industry during students work placement, informal
and formal discussions regarding student placement, records from work placement, third party employer evidence and evaluations.
Consultation additionally occurs through industry currency visits linking VET teachers with current industry practise and benchmarks for delivery and assessment of the
units of competency.
Records of consultation and review are maintained.
Training and Assessment Staff
The RTO complies with the latest National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) determination regarding the training and assessment competencies to be held by VET
teachers. The Department of Education and Communities has verified the relevant qualifications of each of the VET teachers in its employ who will be delivering AQF
qualifications. All newly trained VET teachers placed with the RTO attend an orientation program. The RTO facilitates a range of opportunities for trained VET teachers to
support the maintenance of relevant experience and currency. The Quality Management System (QMS) contains data for each VET Teacher that includes, records of
qualifications, experience and currency for both course content and training and assessment competence relevant to the units within the qualifications being delivered.
(insert link to these records)
This course may be delivered and assessed by an individual VET teacher or in a team approach based on the units of competency being delivered and assessed, and the
need for co-assessment, where relevant, to meet the latest requirements of the NSSC.
Training and Assessment Arrangements
This course is delivered over one year and comprises 230 hrs of training over that period.
This qualification can be completed through a pathway as described in this strategy or options are available for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
The course comprises face-to-face delivery and a minimum 70 hours of work placement in an industry that can provide experiences related to those included in the course
structure.
Delivery and assessment arrangements in the classroom and workplace are set out in the Assessment Plan and Scope and Sequence sections of this document.
Assessment evidence gathering techniques and events include practical tasks, observation, questioning, written activities and may also involve third party reports from
work placement or work in industry. Assessment may be conducted at the delivery site, in simulated work environments, through work placement (where relevant), or
through a combination of these modes.
It may be appropriate to include other delivery options from time to time such as distance education, video conferencing, online options, field visits and partnerships with
other RTOs. Partnership arrangements are determined on an individual basis and the formal agreement for the delivery of training and assessment is then retained by the
RTO.

Training and Assessment Strategy Review

When there is a change to the Training Package that impacts on this Training and Assessment Strategy (TAS), the RTO Manager will notify relevant staff and a review of
the TAS will be initiated. The Training and Assessment Strategy will also be systematically reviewed and approved to ensure that any organisational resources and
industry and student needs that may change are considered. This systematic review will be performed on an annual basis and any recommended changes will involve
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discussion with VET teachers, assessors, and the RTO Management Team. A record of the relevant data, feedback or changes that contribute to the review and its
approval will be maintained.
NB: The RTO complies with Australian Quality Standards Authority (ASQA) General Direction: Transition and Teach Out. When there are major changes to the Training
Package the RTO Management Team and VET teachers will review the changes made (in consultation with NSW Board of Studies and Department of Education and
Communities) and create a plan to transition to the new training package requirements and cater for teach-out arrangements for students where required.
Pathways
Information is provided in Board of Studies (BOS) course descriptors prior to enrolment and via the RTO Course Descriptors prior to the commencement of training.
All students who complete these qualifications are provided with advice on employment and training options through the course VET teacher or career specialists.
Mandatory work placement provides real work experiences for the student to determine possible future pathways. Students may pursue higher qualifications through other
training providers or obtain apprenticeships or traineeships through employment.
This Metal and Engineering training package qualifications are flexible to meet a range of jobs and to support a wide range of career pathways. They allow for various
entry options, including direct entry at all qualification levels, and credit transfer between qualifications.
If a qualification is only partly achieved, a Statement of Attainment is issued for successful achievement of single or multiple units of competency. At a later date, a person
can undertake further skill development or training and be assessed against additional competencies until they have achieved all of the competencies required for the full
qualification.
Certificates and transcripts are issued on behalf of the RTO by the NSW Board of Studies.
Students can exit at any point and receive a Statement of Attainment for the competencies achieved. Qualification pathway information is
http://www.aapathways.com.au/Search/Industry)

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Infrastructure, Resources and Equipment

VET teachers and/or students have access to a range of approved resources:
Staff to assist learners with special needs.
Practice opportunities and assessment opportunities in the workplace.
MEM10105 Certificate I Engineering http://training.gov.au which provides qualification packaging rules and individual unit of competency detail

Workcover Authority NSW http://www.workcover.nsw.gov.au/newlegislation2012/Pages/default.aspx

Industry Curriculum Implementation Guides (ICIG) that provides information on resource requirements. https://detwww.det.nsw.edu.au/directorates/vet_schools/vet-inSchools/frameworks.html. Site resource requirements are as listed in the ICIG checklist.

NSW Board of Studies syllabus documents and support package which provides information on resources and support for students with special learning needs
http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/metal-engineering.html
The RTO provides training and assessment materials and tools, version controlled documentation; and links to relevant websites.
QMS https://qmsveis.info/cms.php?pageid=56

ICIG https://qmsveis.info/assets/documents/icig/metal.pdf

If VET teachers use off site resources, they must also provide evidence of an agreement with the resource provider and provide a copy of this agreement to the RTO.
Assessment Validation Process
A systematic approach is taken towards assessment validation. Validation of assessment occurs according to the established Assessment Validation Procedure that
references the Validation Schedule and validation meeting recording tools. Stakeholders in the assessment validation process include RTO management staff,
supervisors, VET teachers and, where possible, industry representatives.
These stakeholders initially discuss and reach agreement about the validity, reliability, fairness and flexibility of the assessment process and assessment tools/instruments;
and subsequently meet, post-assessment, to validate the assessment evidence and the judgements made on the evidence to ensure it is valid, authentic, current and
sufficient.
Agreed outcomes from these validation meetings are used to continuously improve all aspects of assessment. Records of validation activities are maintained.
Validation strategies include:
- Network validation meetings where common tasks, tools and benchmarks are developed
- Validation workshops with a range of stakeholders
- In school staff meetings across industry areas
- Partnerships with other trainers, mentors and/or industry experts for delivery and assessment
- Analysing and comparing work samples to support consistent VET teacher judgement
- VET teachers returning to industry to observe and update knowledge of industry standards
- Competitions such as WorldSkills
- Supervising and assessing students in the workplace where applicable, and acting on employer feedback

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