MEM21018 — Service clock escapements and oscillating systems

1 Determine job requirements

• 1.1Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• 1.2Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
• 1.3Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
• 1.4Identify job requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions

2 Identify escapement and oscillator type

• 2.1Identify clock escapements/oscillating systems and applications
• 2.2Establish the performance characteristics of the clock according to escapement and oscillating system
• 2.3Record and document repair requirements

3 Diagnose clock escapements and oscillators

• 3.1Select and use appropriate workshop tools and equipment
• 3.2Inspect clock escapement and oscillators for correct function, engagement and performance
• 3.3Record and report wear and damage to parts
• 3.4Determine appropriate repair process to rectify faults

4 Repair and adjust clock escapements and oscillators

• 4.1Remove and reassemble escapement/oscillators using appropriate tools, equipment and techniques
• 4.2Determine theoretical length of replacement pendulum
• 4.3Repair or replace escapement and oscillator components
• 4.4Adjust escapement and oscillator components for correct operation

5 Service and adjust torsional pendulums

• 5.1Remove and reassemble torsional pendulums and oscillator components using appropriate tools, equipment and techniques
• 5.2Inspect torsional pendulum components and identify condition and wear
• 5.3Repair and replace torsional pendulum
• 5.4Adjust torsional pendulum for correct operation (in-beat)

6 Service and set up platform escapements

• 6.1Remove and reassemble platform escapement using appropriate tools, equipment and techniques
• 6.2Inspect platform escapement and identify condition/wear
• 6.3Repair and replace platform escapement
• 6.4Adjust platform escapement and correct depthing with contrate wheel

7 Test and adjust rate

• 7.1Verify and confirm function of clock movement
• 7.2Set up and operate mechanical clock timing machine and interpret readings
• 7.3Verify clock performance and rate testing
• 7.4Adjust rate, as required, according to performance and design characteristics

What does an assessment tool for MEM21018 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MEM21018 needs to address all 45 unit components: 7 elements with 27 performance criteria, 10 performance evidence requirements, 8 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for MEM21018?

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