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SKILLS FRAMEWORK FOR AEROSPACE
SKILL STANDARD FOR PROCESS TECHNICIAN (ENGINE BUILD / MACHINING / QUALITY CONTROL / NON DESTRUCTIVE TESTING ( LEVEL 1))
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Occupation: Process Technician (Engine Build / Machining / Quality Control / Non Destructive Testing ( Level 1))
Occupation Description: The Process Technician is required to perform the required manufacturing processes depending on the job function he/she is assigned to. Engine Build: He/She performs assembly, inspection and testing of new engine in accordance with relevant technical manuals and quality standards. He/She also keeps abreast of latest developments of related systems by updating himself/herself through relevant manuals and other publications. Machining: He/She operates machines to produce precision parts that requires basic knowledge and ability to set up and maintain machine tools; use hand tools including digital measurement instruments; read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints; perform basic housekeeping and carry out His/Her duties in compliance with workplace safety and health requirements. Quality Control: He/She is authorised by the organisation to perform inspection on parts received from suppliers to ensure conformity to specifications. He/She is required to perform process control by using inspection equipment such as the Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) for accurate inspection checks and manual gages, and register non-conformity as required. Non Destructive Testing (Level 1): He/She maintains all non-destructive test equipment at their required functionality and performs the tests specified in the works instructions under supervision. He/She determines the acceptance of parts and components for surface condition in preparation for the NDT and conducts the appropriate tests, document and also interpret the results obtained.
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QUALITY CONTROL / NON DESTRUCTIVE TESTING ( LEVEL 1))
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The skills expected of the Process Technician (Engine Build / Machining / Quality Control / Non
Destructive Testing ( Level 1)) are summarised as below:
Skill Category Skill
Legislation and
Regulation
AER-LRE-2081-1.1 Apply Basic Human Factors and Error Management
AER-LRE-2082-1.1 Interpret Basic Regulation Requirements
Maintenance AER-MAI-2065-1.1 Perform General Engine Workshop
Practice
Operation Production AER-OPR-1110-1.1 Use Hand Tools
Manufacturing
Processes
AER-MPR-2073-1.1 Handle, Inspect and Pack Engines and
Components
AER-MPR-2074-1.1 Rig &and De-rig Engine for Tests
AER-MPR-2075-1.1 Apply New Engine Build Processes
Maintenance
AER-MAI-2015-1.1 Perform Electrical Terminations and
Connections
AER-MAI-2017-1.1 Perform Electrical Measurements
Specialised
Processes
PRE-PMP-2021-1 Perform Diffusion Bonding of Material
PRE-PMP-2020-1 Perform Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc
Welding
Manufacturing
Processes
PRE-PMP-2016-1 Perform Surface Coating
PRE-PMP-2012-1 Perform Material Hot Processing
Technical and
Engineering
Fundamentals
PRE-TEF-1002-1 Interpret Technical Drawings and Blue
Prints
Maintenance AER-MAI-2068-1.1 Repair Engine Parts (Machining)
Manufacturing
Processes
PRE-PMP-2017-1 Perform Surface Preparation and
Finishing
PRE-PMP-1006-1 Perform EDM-CNC Wire Cut Machine
Operations
PRE-PMP-1004-1 Perform CNC Milling and Programming
PRE-PMP-1005-1 Perform CNC Turning and
Programming
PRE-PMP-1009-1 Apply Basic Workshop Practices
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Skill Category Skill
Operations
Production
PRE-TEF-2011-1 Handle Machine Tools and Apply
Lubrication
Specialised
Processes
PRE-PMP-2014-1 Perform Non-destructive Testing
Operation Production
PRE-TEF-1005-1 Perform Dimensional and Geometric
Measurements
AER-OPR-1104-1.1 Operate Basic Measuring Devices
PRE-TEF-1001-1 Handle Common Measurement Instruments
PRE-TEF-2012-1 Set up and Operate Coordinate Measuring Machines
Quality
PRE-PMP-2022-1 Perform Geometric Tolerance and
Inspection
PRE-TEF-1007-1 Use Precision Measuring Equipment
AER-QUA-1099-1.1 Apply Quality Systems
Workplace Safety and
Health
AER-WSH-1109-1.1 Apply Workplace Safety and Health
Practices
AER-WSH-2011-1.1 Perform Basic Safety Practices and
Documentation
Productivity and
Innovation
PRE-MPI-2005-1 Apply Lean Thinking in the Workplace
PRE-MPI-2004-1 Apply Basic ‘Lean’ Techniques in the
Workplace
PRE-MPI-1002-1 Apply Continuous Process
Improvement Techniques
Planning and
Implementation
BM-SPI-304E-1 Display Critical Thinking and Analytical
Skills
People and
Relationship
Management
ES-IP-102G-1 Work in a Team
ES-IP-101G-1 Communicate and Relate Effectively at
the Workplace
Personal management
and Development
ES-PMD-301G-1 Develop Personal Effectiveness at
Operations Level
ES-PMD-102G-1 Maintain Personal Presentation and
Employability at Operations Level
ES-PMD-303G-1 Apply Emotional Competence to
Manage Self at the Workplace
ES-PMD-104G-1 Adapt to Change
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Skill Code AER-LRE-2081-1.1
Skill Category Legislation and Regulation
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Apply Basic Human Factors and Error Management
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to apply human factors and basic error
management in aviation context. It also includes the understanding of human
limitations and error, organisational factors and the working environment that
might contribute to incident and/or accident.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Human factors in aviation
Human limitations and error
Organisational factors and the working environment
Error management It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Understand the importance of human factors and how they have
contributed to aviation accidents
Relate how various human limitations and behaviours can affect
performance
Identify the differences between an error and a violation, and the
importance of basic error management principles
Describe the effect of the organisation and the working environment on
safety and performance
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
N/A
Innovation and
Value Creation
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
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N/A
Social Intelligence
and Ethics
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Learning to Learn Relate how various human limitations and behaviours can affect
performance It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Human factors in aviation may include but not limited to:
Role of human factors in aviation safety
Role of error chains; Murphy’s law; ‘Dirty Dozen’
Factors that have attributed to aviation accidents
Human limitations and error may include but not limited to:
Limitations that can affect the work of a technician
Role of memory, stress, knowledge and experience, complacency
Work ethics and compliance
Organisational factors and the working environment may include but not
limited to:
Organisational factors that can affect safety
Effects of staffing, resource levels and workloads
Importance of work culture within an organisation
Error management may include but not limited to:
Types of error and violation
Methods of reducing and preventing error
Reporting processes and procedures
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
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Skill Code AER-LRE-2082-1.1
Skill Category Legislation and Regulation
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Interpret Basic Regulation Requirement
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to recall and interpret the aviation regulatory
requirements as well as how they are applied to the aircraft maintenance
environment
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Regulatory Framework
Air Navigation Order
Singapore Airworthiness Requirement
Aviation legislations relevant to a holder of aircraft maintenance licence It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Understand the functions of and relationships between International Civil
Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and Singapore aviation legislation
Identify the requirement of Air Navigation Order
Comprehend the aviation legislations relevant to a holder of aircraft
maintenance licence
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
N/A
Innovation and
Value Creation
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
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N/A
Social Intelligence
and Ethics
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Learning to Learn
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Interpret the key features of Singapore Airworthiness Requirement and its
associated parts
Functions of and relationships between International Civil Aviation
Organisation (ICAO) and Singapore aviation legislation may include but not
limited to:
History and setup of ICAO (UK)
Regulation of the Singapore aviation industry
Requirement of Air Navigation Order may include but not limited to:
Setup of the ANO (UK)
Delegation of responsibilities to the DGCA
Penalties for the violation of ANO
Features of Singapore Airworthiness Requirement and its associated parts
may include but not limited to:
Singapore Airworthiness Requirements
o Requirement of SAR-21
o Requirement of SAR-39
o Requirement of SAR-66
o Requirement of SAR145
o Requirement of SAR-147
Aviation legislations relevant to a holder of aircraft maintenance licence may
include but not limited to:
Air Operator certificate application process
Airworthiness notices
Concept and special requirements of Extended Deviation Time Operation
(EDTO)
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
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Skill Code AER-MAI-2065-1.1
Skill Category Maintenance
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable)
Engine/Engine Repair and
Overhaul
Skill Perform General Engine Workshop Practice
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to operate general workshop tools, equipment
and materials to undertake engine repair and overhaul in compliance with
workplace safety and health requirements at the operational level and validate
the work done in accordance with applicable technical manuals and
organisational procedures.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Technical manuals and standard operational procedure (SOP)
Aviation industry terminologies
Aircraft engines - standard parts and materials
Measuring instruments, workshop tools and equipment
Processing repair and/or overhaul documentation
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Comply with technical manuals
Operate workshop special tools and equipment in accordance with safety
practice and organisational procedure
Use appropriate engine standard parts and materials in accordance with
organisational procedure
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
N/A
Innovation and
Value Creation
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
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The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics Consult with co-workers on use of workshop special tools and equipment
in accordance with safety practice and organisational procedure when in
doubt
Report to supervisor when defects are observed in accordance with
organisational requirements
Reinstate work area in accordance with organisational housekeeping
requirements
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Learning to Learn
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Interpret aircraft engine maintenance and technical manuals.
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
Comply with technical manual that must include:
SOP for compliance and information
Common terminologies used in aviation Industry
Able to obtain appropriate technical manuals for specific work tasks
Verify to confirm technical manuals are updated and current before
carrying out service and repair work
Read and interpret information as stated in technical manuals
Demonstrate ability to identify and describe background information
(standard practices) accurately of each component that is related to
specific work tasks
Demonstrate ability to follow and comply with technical manuals in
carrying out work tasks
Consult with appropriate persons when in doubt
Operate workshop special tools and equipment in accordance with safety
practices and organisational procedures that must include:
Observe and apply safety practices in workplace when operating
workshop tools and equipment
Able to technical manual for using workshop tools and equipment
Identify and select correctly measuring instruments, workshop tools and
equipment for working on a particular equipment
Check all measuring instruments, workshop tools and equipment are in
working condition before using them, unsafe and faulty tools and
equipment are handled according to organisational procedures
Operate measuring instruments, workshop tools and equipment according
to standard practices to ensure required outcome is produced
Maintain, protect and store measuring instruments, workshop tools and
equipment according to standard practices and organisational procedures
Document all procedures and findings in accordance with organisational
procedures
Use appropriate engine standard parts and materials in accordance with
organisational procedure that must include:
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Observe and apply safety practices in workplace when using engine
standard parts and materials
Types and uses of engine standard parts and materials
Correctly identify the different types of engine standard parts and
materials and their uses which can facilitate carrying out work task
Select engine standard parts and materials according to standard
technical manual
Demonstrate ability to identify expendable or reusable engine standard
parts and materials
Demonstrate safe handling of materials used in engine workshops, taking
into consideration the awareness of incompatibility of materials, whether
materials are hazardous substances and safety precautions in handling
combustible materials
Ensure documentation is completed in accordance with organisational
procedures and regulatory requirements
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Skill Code AER-OPR-1110-1.1
Skill Category Operations Production
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Use Hand Tools
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to use hand tools at the workplace based on
work requirements including selecting the appropriate hand tools, observing
safe practices, maintaining and storing them in accordance with standard
operating procedures.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Types and specifications of hand tools
Correct technique and/or usage of hand tools
Common faults and defects in hand tools
Safe practices in using hand tools
Simple maintenance and proper storage of hand tools
Standard operating procedures for marking of faulty/unsafe hand tools
and the reporting structure
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Plan work activities and requirements in accordance with organisational
procedures
Select and use the appropriate hand tools to produce the product to meet
specifications
Apply safe work practices while using the hand tools
Identify and tag faulty and/or unsafe hand tools
Maintain good housekeeping in accordance with safety and health
workplace practices
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
The ability to:
Innovation and
Value Creation Generate ideas to prolong the life span of hand tools
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
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The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics Share best practices with co-workers in workplace safety and health
requirements
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Learning to Learn Keep up-to-date on latest knowledge and innovations in hand tools
Anticipate possible failure of hand tools and appropriate measures to take It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Tools and equipment must include:
Personal protective equipment
Measuring tools
Setting tools and devices
Hand tools
Material movement equipment
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Job instructions
Work and/or job specifications
Workshop drawings
Engineering drawings
Report sheets
Regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health Act
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
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Skill Code AER-MPR-2073-1.1
Skill Category Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) Engine Build
Skill Handle, Inspect and Pack Engines and Components
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to perform manual handling techniques to
receive aircraft engines, components or parts, conduct first article inspection
and pack in accordance with organisational procedures.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Manual handling technique
Lifting and slinging equipment
Packing and unpacking techniques
Tools, equipment and materials used with packing and unpacking
Part identification
First article inspection
Human factors in inspection
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Perform lifting, slinging and handling of engines, components and parts in
accordance with organisational procedures
Perform packing and unpacking of engines, components and parts in
accordance with organisational procedures
Conduct visual inspection on engines, components and parts in
accordance with organisational procedures
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
N/A
Innovation and
Value Creation
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
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The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics Communicate with co-workers to ensure compliance with health and
safety regulations when lifting, slinging and handling of engines,
components and parts in accordance with organisational procedures
Report to supervisors unsafe practices in accordance with organisational
requirements
Reinstate the work areas in accordance with organisational housekeeping
requirements
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
N/A
Learning to Learn
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
Perform lifting, slinging and handling of engines, components or parts in
accordance with organisational procedures that must include:
Legislations on lifting, slinging and manual handling
Organisational procedures for lifting, slinging and manual handling
Lifting and slinging equipment
Manual handling techniques
Operate lifting and slinging equipment on the engine, components or parts
in accordance with organisational procedures
Perform packing and unpacking of engines, components or parts in
accordance with organisational procedures that must include:
Apply safe practices in the workplace during packing and unpacking of
engines, components or parts in accordance with organisational
procedures
Packing and unpacking techniques
Tools, equipment and materials used in packing and unpacking operations
Select correct workshop tools, equipment and materials for packing and
unpacking of engines, components or parts in accordance with
organisational procedures
Operate workshop tools, equipment and materials in accordance with
organisational procedures
Conduct visual inspection on engines, components or parts in accordance
with organisational procedures that must include:
Apply safe practices in the workplace during inspection activities and in
accordance with organisational procedures
Part identification methods
Inspection techniques and requirements
Perform first article inspection on engines, components or parts according
to organisational procedures
Perform visual inspection on engines, components or parts in accordance
with organisational procedures
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Ensure documentation is completed in accordance with organisational
procedures and regulatory requirements
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Skill Code AER-MPR-2074-1.1
Skill Category Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) Engine Build
Skill Rig and De-rig Engine for Test
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to rig and de-rig aircraft engines for testing
purposes in accordance with applicable technical manuals and organisational
procedures.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Engine test
Rigging
Oil and fuel system preparation
Safety considerations
Troubleshooting
Re-rigging
Inspection
Documentation
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Interpret the requirements of an engine test
Perform basic rigging techniques for engine test in accordance with
organisational safety requirement
Troubleshoot and replace engine components under test in accordance
with organisational procedures
Perform basic de-rigging techniques after engine test in accordance with
organisational procedures
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
N/A
Innovation and
Value Creation
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
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The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics Communicate with co-workers the requirements of an engine test
Alert co-workers of the impending engine test run
Obtain approval of supervisors to conduct the engine run in accordance
with organisational requirements
Reinstate the work areas in accordance with organisational housekeeping
requirements
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Learning to Learn N.A.
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
Interpret the requirements of an engine test that must include:
Identify the key elements of the engine testing process
Interpret the performance requirements of an engine
Identify the layout and functions of a typical engine test cell
Apply safety practices in an engine test cell
Ensure documentation is completed in accordance with organisational
procedures and regulatory requirements
Perform basic rigging techniques for engine test in accordance with safety
requirement that must include:
Key elements of engine rigging process
Test cell installation procedures
Select the correct tools, materials and slave equipment to rig an engine or
component for test
Install the slave equipment onto an engine or component for test
Demonstrate elements of attaching an engine or component onto the test
pylon
Prepare the oil and fuel system
Perform safety checks on the engine and test cell prior to test
Ensure documentation is completed in accordance with organisational
procedures and regulatory requirements
Troubleshoot and replace engine components under test in accordance with
organisational procedure that must include:
Apply safety practices prior to handling an engine or component under
test
Select the correct tools, materials and equipment for troubleshooting and
replacing engine components under test
Perform basic troubleshooting techniques on engine components under
test
Procedures of inspecting and replacing a component under test
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Replace engine components in accordance with organisational
procedures
Ensure documentation is completed in accordance with organisational
procedures and regulatory requirements
Perform basic de-rigging techniques after engine test that must include:
Select the correct tools, materials and equipment to de-rig an engine or
component after test
Drain and inhibit the oil and fuel systems
Demonstrate elements of removing an engine or component from the test
pylon
Remove the slave equipment from the engine or component after test
Perform basic borescope inspection after test
Ensure documentation is completed in accordance with organisational
procedures and regulatory requirements
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Skill Code AER-MPR-2075-1.1
Skill Category Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) Engine Build
Skill Apply New Engine Build Process
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to apply new engine build processes for a
production environment that includes designs for assembly, workplace design
and layout, tooling, equipment and build process specifications and quality
control in compliance with organisational procedures.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Airworthiness authorities and applicable regulations
Quality system and obligations of a production organisation
Designs for assembly
Manufacturing Execution Systems
Production systems and key elements of Lean principles in workplace
design and layout and its impact on quality and productivity
Engine tooling, equipment and build process specifications
Quality control
Certification and release
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Familiar with regional and international airworthiness authorities
Possess an overview of all applicable airworthiness regulations
Comply with production organisation regulatory requirements
Apply production-build processes
Apply the principles of workplace design and layout
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
N/A
Innovation and
Value Creation
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
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The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
Collaborate with co-workers for on-time completion of all maintenance,
repair and overhaul tasks as appropriate
Report to supervisor when defects are observed in accordance with
organisational requirements
Report to supervisor on completion of each stage of engine build in
accordance with organisational requirements
Reinstate the work areas in accordance with organisational housekeeping
requirements
N/A
Learning to Learn
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
Familiar with regional and international airworthiness authorities must include
but not limited to:
Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
Regional Aviation Authorities:
o Malaysia
o Indonesia
o Thailand
o Other ASEAN countries
Major Australasian Aviation Authorities:
o Australia
o China
o India
o Japan, etc.
European Aviation Safety Agency
Federal Aviation Administration
Possess an overview of all applicable airworthiness regulations must include
but not limited to:
Singapore Airworthiness Requirements
Joint Aviation Requirements
FAA Regulations
Comply with production organisation regulatory requirements that must
include:
Interpret the roles of various airworthiness authorities
Interpret the applicable regulations imposed by airworthiness authorities
on an approved production organisation
Quality systems and obligations of organisation
Perform standard work tasks in compliance to applicable regulations
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Apply production-build processes that must include:
Interpret the basic principles of design for assembly
Demonstrate elements of using manufacturing execution systems
Engine tooling and equipment aligned to build process specifications
Apply key principles of the assembly process
Quality control at all stages of engine-build
Apply the principles of workplace design and layout that must include:
Demonstrate key elements and principles of a production system
Apply Lean principles in workplace design and layout
Apply Lean techniques at the workplace
Process required maintenance documentation in accordance with
organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
Certification and release
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Skill Code AER-MAI-2015-1.1
Skill Category Maintenance
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable)
Aircraft Maintenance
(Avionics)
Skill Perform Electrical Terminations and Connections
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to perform electrical terminations and
connections, namely, crimping, soldering, wire wrapping and wire harnessing
using appropriate resources.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Types of aircraft wires and termination devices
Approved types of electrical terminations and connections tools and their
main features
Procedure for splicing and terminating wires with crimp-type terminal
devices
Characteristics of acceptable crimped terminal devices
Types of crimp-type connectors
Types and sizes of contacts
Removal and installation of contacts and connectors
Types of solder and their compositions
Fundamentals and procedure of soldering
Fundamentals and procedure of wire wrapping
Types and sizes of wires used in wrapping connections
Types of aircraft wires, accessories and wiring termination devices
Wiring diagrams of wire harnesses
Purpose and main features of making wire markings
Types and purposes of maintenance documentation
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Splice and terminate wires with crimp-type terminal devices
Remove and insert contacts of crimp-type connectors
Apply appropriate soldering and de-soldering methods
Perform wire wrapping connections
Fabricate wire harnesses
Process required maintenance documentation in accordance with
regulatory requirements
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
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The ability to:
Innovation and
Value Creation Identify opportunities for work process improvement
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics Collaborate with co-workers for on-time completion of all maintenance
tasks
Report maintenance progress to supervisor on completion of each stage
of work
Share best maintenance practices with co-workers
Reinstate work areas according to organisational housekeeping standards
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Learning to Learn Perform self-reflection on the current maintenance processes and propose
feasible improvements It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Regulations must include:
General airworthiness requirements
Workplace Safety and Health Act
Confined space safety requirements (MOM)
Environmental regulations
Safety data sheet
Maintenance procedures and manuals must include
Company organisational procedures
Technical manuals
Fabrication drawings
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
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Skill Code AER-MAI-2017-1.1
Skill Category Maintenance
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable)
Aircraft Maintenance
(Avionics)
Skill Perform Electrical Measurements
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to perform measurements of basic electrical
parameters in aircraft electrical systems using appropriate resources. It also
includes checking the serviceability of electrical components, wires and
cables.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Electrical parameters
Electrical units of measure
Functions of basic electrical measuring equipment
Procedure and precautions for electrical parameters measurement
Electrical properties of basic electrical components
Nominal values and tolerances of resistors and capacitors
Appropriate test equipment for checking serviceability of basic electrical
components
Procedure and precautions for checking serviceability of basic electrical
components
Good physical conditions in wires and cables
Electrical properties of wires and cables
Appropriate test equipment for checking serviceability of wires and cables
Procedure and precautions for checking serviceability of wires and cables
Types and purposes of maintenance documentation
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Observe and apply safety practices at the workplace when performing
electrical measurements
Identify basic electrical parameters and respective units of measure
Measure voltage, current, power, frequency and phase sequence in
accordance with technical manuals
Check serviceability of basic electrical components in accordance with
technical manuals
Check serviceability of wires and cables in accordance with technical
manuals
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
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The ability to:
Innovation and
Value Creation Identify opportunities for work process improvement
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics Collaborate with co-workers when performing electrical measurement
tasks
Report to supervisor on completion of each stage of electrical
measurements
Reinstate work areas in accordance with organisational housekeeping
requirements
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Learning to Learn Perform self-reflection on the current maintenance processes and propose
feasible improvements It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Regulations must include:
General airworthiness requirements
Workplace Safety and Health Act
Confined space safety requirements (MOM)
Environmental regulations
Work procedures and manuals must include:
Company organisational procedures
Technical manuals
Fabrication drawings
Safety data sheet
Range of
Application It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
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Skill Code PRE-PMP-2021-1
Skill Category Precision Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Perform Diffusion Bonding of Material
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to perform diffusion bonding process for the
manufacture. It also includes the ability to adopt safe and healthy working
practices, perform pre-inspection of the components, perform equipment
checks and setup, perform pre-loading set-up of components, operate,
monitor and control the operation and perform conformance inspection of the
finished components.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Workplace safety and health requirements
Cleanroom practices as per organisational standard operating
procedures
Types of furnace
Operating principles of furnace
Use of thermocouples to monitor temperature in a furnace
Principles of diffusion bonding
Principles of Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP)
Types of surface defects arising from diffusion bonding
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Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Select and use suitable personal protective equipment appropriate to the
job requirements
Conduct pre-operational checks and inspections to verify working
conditions of equipment according to job requirements
Set up equipment for diffusion bonding operation according to safe
working practices
Set up components for diffusion bonding operation according to job
requirements
Perform and monitor diffusion bonding operations and adjust
appropriately to achieve required quality
Check finished components for compliance with required specifications
and free from defects
Update document(s) according to approved format and is legible,
accurate and complete
Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Anticipate possible failure of equipment and measures to take
Analyse work procedures to enhance productivity and quality
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Report incidences of equipment abnormalities to be rectified
Seek clarifications where applicable
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Participate in information sharing with colleagues to improve own skills
and knowledge
Find ways to improve/simplify bonding operation to enhance
finishing/productivity
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Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tool and equipment must include:
Medium and heavy duty equipment
Mobile and portable units
Visual inspection tools
Hand tools
Cleaning materials
Suitable work area with good lighting
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Company organisational procedures
Testing reference codes and standards used in industry
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health Act
International standards and procedures for magnetic particle testing
ISO 14644 cleanroom standards
SS 578: 2012 – Code of Practice for use and maintenance of portable
fire extinguishers
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Skill Code PRE-PMP-2020-1
Skill Category Precision Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Perform Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to perform advanced gas tungsten arc welding.
It also includes the ability to interpret various types of engineering drawings,
adopting safe and healthy working practices, prepare welding materials and
equipment, select and use tools and equipment to perform welding, assess
weld quality and rectify faults of welded product.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Workshop safety and health requirements
Mechanical and physical properties of materials
Types and applications of welding standards/codes and statutory
requirements
Welding procedure specification and data sheets
Principles and applications of gas tungsten arc welding
Types of equipment for gas tungsten arc welding
Storage, handling and use of welding consumables and gas
Types and applications of filler metals
Types of joint designs
Methods of joint and surface preparation
Types and applications of jigs and fixtures
Types of welding techniques (vertical and overhead)
Methods of distortion control and distortion rectification
Types of weld defects and implications
Methods of weld defect rectification
Types and applications of destructive and non-destructive tests
Welding related document control
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Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Select and use suitable personal protective equipment appropriate to the
job requirements
Interpret engineering drawings to extract relevant information to prepare
and set up welding materials and equipment
Conduct pre-operational checks and inspections to verify working
conditions of welding tools and equipment according to job requirements
Perform joints and surfaces preparation according to job requirements
and ensure equipment is completely clean and free from contaminants
Set up welding equipment according to safe working practices
Set up component using appropriate jigs and fixtures according to job
requirements
Perform welding operation and adjust appropriately to achieve required
quality
Assess weld quality for compliance with appropriate standard and free
from defects
Rectify welding defect (when necessary) using appropriate processes to
meet specifications
Update document(s) according to approved format and is legible,
accurate and complete
Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Anticipate possible failure of equipment and measures to take
Analyse work procedures to enhance productivity and quality
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Report incidences of equipment abnormalities to be rectified
Seek clarifications where applicable
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Participate in information sharing with colleagues to improve own skills
and knowledge
Find ways to improve/simplify welding operation to enhance
finishing/productivity
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Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tool and equipment must include:
Suitable work area with good lighting
Hand tools
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Company organisational procedures
Welding related documents
Rules and regulations must include:
Quality procedures and applicable procedures
Workplace Safety and Health Act
Environmental legislation and regulations
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Skill Code PRE-PMP-2016-1
Skill Category Precision Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Perform Surface Coating
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to perform surface coating process for the
manufacturing of aerospace components. It also includes the ability to
interpret various types of engineering drawings, adopt safe and healthy
working practices, select and use tools and equipment for hand and thermal
spray coating operations, operate and monitor the operations and conduct
final conformance checks.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Workplace Safety and Health requirements
Types and applications of fixtures
Types and applications of masking
Types and operation of hand spray coating process
Types and operation of thermal spray coating process
Application and limitations of surface coating process
Application of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Select and use suitable personal protective equipment appropriate to the
job requirements
Interpret engineering drawings to extract relevant information to set up
equipment
Conduct pre-operational checks and inspections to verify working
conditions of tools and equipment according to job requirements
Set up component for spray coating operation according to job
requirements
Set up equipment for spray coating operation according to safe working
practices
Perform and monitor spray coating operation and adjust appropriately to
achieve desired quality
Carry out visual inspection of coatings for compliance with specifications
and free from defects
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Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Anticipate possible failure of equipment and measures to take
Analyse work procedures to enhance productivity and quality
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Interpret and report abnormalities and effect on the material in
accordance with organisational procedures
Seek clarifications on doubts and challenges where applicable
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Participate in information sharing with colleagues to improve own
skills and knowledge
Find ways to improve/simplify surface coating process to enhance
productivity
Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tool and equipment Procedures and supporting documents Rules and regulations must include:
SS 578: 2012 – Code of Practice for use and maintenance of portable
fire extinguishers
Workplace Safety and Health Act
Environmental legislation and regulations
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Skill Code PRE-PMP-2012-1
Skill Category Precision Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Perform Material Hot Processing
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to perform hot processing operations for the
manufacturing of components. It also includes the ability to interpret various
types of engineering drawings, adopt safe and healthy working practices,
select and use tools and equipment to perform hot forming and super-plastic
forming operations and conduct final conformance checks.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Workplace Safety and Health requirements
Types of furnace
Operating principles of furnace
Application of die set
Principles of hot forming
Principles of super plastic forming
Types of surface defects arising from hot forming processes
Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Select and use suitable personal protective equipment appropriate to the
job requirements
Interpret engineering drawings to extract relevant information to set up
equipment configuration
Conduct pre-operational checks and inspections to verify working
conditions of tools and equipment according to job requirements
Set up furnace with correct parameters according to job requirements
Set up die for hot forming operation according to safe working practices
Set up component for hot forming operation according to job
requirements
Perform and monitor hot processing operation, and adjust appropriately
to achieve required quality
Check finished components for compliance with required specifications
and free from defects
Perform rework (if necessary) to achieve the desired product outcome
Update document(s) according to approved format and is legible,
accurate and complete
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Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Anticipate possible failure of equipment and measures to take
Analyse work procedures to enhance productivity and quality
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Interpret and report abnormalities and effect on the material in
accordance with organisational procedures
Seek clarifications on doubts and challenges where applicable
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Participate in information sharing with colleagues to improve own skills
and knowledge
Find ways to improve/simplify material hot processing operation to
enhance productivity
Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Rules and regulations must include:
SS 578: 2012 – Code of Practice for use and maintenance of portable
fire extinguishers
Workplace Safety and Health Act
Environmental legislation and regulations
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Skill Code PRE-TEF-1002-1
Skill Category Technical and Engineering Fundamentals
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Interpret Technical Drawings and Blue Prints
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to interpret engineering features from drawings
and blue prints and apply engineering techniques. It also includes
understanding the various types of symbols and notations used on drawings
and blueprints, determining important dimensions and the associated
tolerances.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Types of drawings such as detail and assembly
Orthographic projections including first and third angle projections and
views (i.e. top, front and side) and their selection for viewing purposes
Sectioning methods including section views and cutting plane, hatching,
removed and aligned sections
Use of object libraries including the representation of components and
repetitive features of components
Relevant fits and tolerances including hole basis and shaft basis
systems
Relevant geometrical tolerances including tolerance frame method and
datum feature, as well as interpretation of geometrical tolerancing
including flatness, straightness, perpendicularity, position, concentricity,
symmetry, cylindricity, profiles, angularity, parallelism, circularity and
runout
Relevant symbols including dimensioning, tolerancing, machining,
surface texture and welding
Use of reference drawings as legal documents in disputes
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Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Interpret types of drawings such as assembly and detail drawings
Interpret drawings and blueprints presented in first or third angle
projections
Interpret drawings presented in sectional views (shown by hatching)
from cutting planes
Interpret type of fits and tolerances based on hole basis and shaft basis
systems
Interpret technical specifications of the component from the drawings
and blueprints such as the material, hardness, critical dimensions, etc
Interpret engineering features from drawings and blue prints such as
geometrical tolerances, symbols and notations
Determine dimensions with critical tolerances to take special care for
fabrication
Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Establish company drafting/design standards and templates to reduce
storage of standard items and raw materials
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Clarify details of work activities to be carried out based on given work
instructions
Communicate/consult all dimensional amendments with designers for
drawings to be kept updated
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Keep up-to-date on changes in drawing standards
Improve/simplify procedures in making changes to drawings
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Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tools and equipment must include:
Drafting board or Computer-Aided Drafting system
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Standard workplace/organisational operating procedures
Relevant workplace safety procedures
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health Act
Internationally recognised procedures and standards on dimensional and
geometric measurements
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Skill Code AER-MAI-2068-1.1
Skill Category Maintenance
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable)
Engine/Engine Repair and
Overhaul
Skill Repair Engine Parts (Machining)
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to machine parts for the repair of aircraft
engines, accessories, modules and components using appropriate machine
tools, equipment, materials and methods in accordance with applicable
technical manuals and organisational procedures.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Machine tools and equipment
Machinability
Personal and environment safety
Inspection criteria It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Prepare parts for machining in accordance to technical manuals
Carry out machining in accordance to technical manuals
Check machined parts in accordance with organisational procedures
Complete documentation in accordance with organisational procedures It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
N/A
Innovation and
Value Creation
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
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The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
Collaborate with co-workers for machining of engine parts
Report to supervisor on completion of each stage of machining in
accordance with organisational requirements
Reinstate work areas in accordance with organisational housekeeping
requirements
N/A
Learning to Learn
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
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Prepare parts for machining in accordance to technical manual that must
include:
Observe and apply safety practices in workplace when preparing parts for
machining
Determine task by reviewing maintenance documentation in accordance
to technical manuals
Machining parameters and rules to observe when operating equipment
Machining tools and equipment
Prepare work areas, obtain and check equipment for serviceability or
status in accordance with organisational procedures
Interpreting engineering drawings, instructions, and specifications
Identify parts and match with documentation by comparing serial and/or
part numbers
Set up parts on machine in accordance to technical manuals
Carry out machining in accordance to technical manual that must include:
Observe and apply safety practices in workplace when carrying out
machining
Routine checks, adjustments, and lubrication of machinery
Set machining parameters in accordance with job requirements, technical
manual and organisational procedures
Material types suitable for machining
Use of technical grind tools and cutters
Perform machining in accordance to technical manuals
Check machined parts in accordance with organisational procedures that
must include:
Observe and apply safety practices in workplace when inspecting
machined parts
Parts and module inspection criteria
Engine parts and module inspection criteria
Measure and check components or parts for conformity with job
specifications
Take corrective actions to address the causes of machined parts faults
Complete documentation in accordance with organisational procedures that
must include:
Documents repair procedure for future traceability in accordance with
organisational procedures
Ensure documentation is completed in accordance with organisational
procedures and regulatory requirements
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
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Skill Code PRE-PMP-2017-1
Skill Category Precision Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Perform Surface Preparation and Finishing
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to prepare component surface and finishing
process of components. It also includes the ability to adopt safe and healthy
working practices, select and use tools and equipment according to the
various types of surface preparation and finishing processes, operate,
monitor and control the processes, and check finished components for
conformity.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Health, safety and environmental requirements
Machine pre-operational checks requirement
Types of machines and applications
Principles and applications of finishing process, shot peening process,
super polishing process, acid etching process, hand polishing process
and grit blasting process
Handling of hazardous materials
Methods of waste material disposal (hazardous and non-hazardous)
Operation of equipment
Types of machine tools and accessories
Types of processing media
Types of finishing requirements
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Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Select and use suitable personal protective equipment appropriate to the
job requirements
Conduct pre-operational checks and inspections to verify working
conditions of tools and equipment according to job requirements
Set up machine for surface preparation and finishing operations
according to safe working practices
Set up component for surface preparation and finishing operations
according to job requirements
Perform and monitor surface preparation and finishing operations, and
adjust appropriately to achieve desired quality
Check finished components for compliance with required specifications
and free from defects
Update document(s) according to approved format and is legible,
accurate and complete
Dispose of wastes in accordance with safe working practices and
approved procedures
Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Anticipate possible failure of equipment and measures to take
Analyse work procedures to enhance productivity and quality
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Report incidences of equipment abnormalities to be rectified
Seek clarifications on doubts and challenges where applicable
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Participate in information sharing with colleagues to improve own skills
and knowledge
Find ways to improve/simplify surface preparation process to enhance
productivity
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Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tools and equipment Procedures and supporting documents Rules and regulations must include:
SS 578: 2012 – Code of Practice for use and maintenance of portable
fire extinguishers
Workplace Safety and Health Act
Environmental legislation and regulations
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Skill Code PRE-PMP-1006-1
Skill Category Precision Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Title Perform EDM-CNC Wire Cut Machine Operations
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to apply skills and knowledge in electro-discharge machining (EDM) and CNC wire cut machining at the workplace. It also includes the ability to determine the job requirements, set up the work piece, electrodes and wires, plan sequence of operations, test run the CNC part program, operate the EDM and CNC wire cut machines to machine the work piece, optimise the machining parameters, carry out measurements and observe safe work practices.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Interpretation of technical drawing specification of the work piece
Machine limitations
Alpha-numerical codes and addresses in CNC part programs
CNC part program, canned cycles and sub-routines for relevant machines
Types of electrodes and wires and their applications
Types of measuring tools required to check the job
Ways to locate work piece accurately for repeatability
Machining parameters such as wire speed, feed rate, amperage
requirement, spark gap, electrode wear and rate of metal removal
Possible pitfalls and optimisation of operational sequence
Machine and quick set-up maintenances
Workplace Safety and Health procedures for general machining
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Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Interpret international drawing conventions and standards
Check and ensure correct work material is used
Write and verify a CNC part program
Secure work piece safely, quickly and accurately
Select the appropriate copper electrodes and wires to be mounted to the
machine
Perform electrode and wire reference setting
Set the desired machining parameters
Test run the EDM/wire cut part program
Carry out the machining operations
Carry out in-process quality checks
Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Consider the need of using proper quick fix to reduce set-up time and
maintain positioning accuracy
Test out machining parameters with different cutting tool materials to
optimise outcome
Compare and contrast production outcomes against standard time
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Adhere to work safety
Clarify job requirements
Store optimised programme for repeat orders
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Reflect on machining approach and possible ways to improve
productivity
Compare and contrast machining data of different types of cutting tool
materials for productivity and cost evaluation
Use relevant engineering tables and catalogues with electronic searches
and databases
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Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tools and equipment must include:
Personal protective equipment
Test equipment and tools required for carrying out dimensional and
geometric measurement
EDM electrodes and wire-cut accessories
Procedures and documents must include:
Work information
Job sheets
Technical drawings
Machining parameters
Programming and verification must include:
CAD/CAM software
Verification CAM software
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace safety procedures
Current WSH policies
Local legislation and regulations
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Skill Code PRE-PMP-1004-1
Skill Category Precision Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Title Perform CNC Milling and Programming
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to apply skills and knowledge in CNC milling and programming at the workplace. It also includes the ability to determine the job requirements, set up the work piece, select appropriate cutting tools and set-up, operate the CNC milling machine to machine the work piece, carry out measurements and observe safe work practices.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge of technical drawing specification of the work piece
Machine tool limitations
Alpha-numerical addresses and miscellaneous functional codes in CNC
programs
Application of canned cycles and sub-routines for relevant jobs
Types of measuring tools appropriate for the job
Workplace Safety and Health procedures for general machining
Appropriate cutting tools necessary for the job
Consideration of ease of securing and removing the work piece
Types of work holding fixtures
Machining parameters such as cutting speed, feed rate, work piece or
cutter revolution required
Industrial health and safety regulations
Verification of CNC part program
Types of defects in tools and equipment
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Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Access and interpret international drawing conventions and standards
Determine job requirements from the blue prints
Check and ensure correct work material is used
Write and verify a CNC part programme
Secure work piece safely, quickly and accurately
Select appropriate tooling
Set up tooling, register and record tool off-set
Select the appropriate cutting tool to be mounted to the tool magazine
Perform tool setting and compensation
Set the desired machining parameters
Carry out an operational dry run
Operate the CNC milling machine to carry out the machining process
Check work piece for conformance with specifications
Observe safety procedures and adhering to personal safety
requirements
Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Test out machining parameters with different cutting tool materials to
optimise outcome
Compare and contrast production outcomes against standard time
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Clarify job requirements
Seek clarification on doubts and challenges with peers and/or superior
Store optimised programme for repeat orders
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Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Reflect on machining approach and possible ways to improve
productivity
Compare and contrast machining data of different types of cutting tool
materials for productivity and cost evaluation
Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tools and equipment must include:
Personal protective equipment
CNC milling machine with accessories
Measuring tools and equipment
Work-holding fixtures and tools
Testing equipment and tools
Milling tools and accessories
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Work information
Job sheets
Technical drawings
Cutting parameters
Programming and verification must include:
CAD/CAM software
Verification CAM software
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace safety procedures
Current WSH policies
Local legislation and regulations
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Skill Code PRE-PMP-1005-1
Skill Category Precision Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Title Perform CNC Turning and Programming
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to apply skills and knowledge in CNC turning and programming at the workplace. It also includes the ability to determine the job requirements, set up the work piece, select appropriate cutting tools and set-up, operate the CNC lathe to machine the work piece, carry out measurements and observe safe work practices.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge of technical drawing specification of the work piece
Machine tool limitations
Alpha-numerical addresses and miscellaneous functional codes in CNC
programs
Application of canned cycles and sub-routines for relevant jobs
Types of measuring tools required for the job
Workplace Safety and Health procedures for general machining
Appropriate cutting tools necessary for the job
Consideration of ease of securing and removing the work piece
Types of work holding fixtures
Possible machining parameters such as cutting speed, feed rate and work
piece revolution required
Possible pitfalls and optimisation of operational sequence
Industrial health and safety regulations
Verification of CNC part program
Types of defects in tools and equipment
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Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Access and interpret international drawing conventions and standards
Determine job requirements from the blue prints
Check and ensure correct work material is used
Write and verify a CNC part programme
Secure work piece safely, quickly and accurately
Select appropriate tooling
Set up tooling, register and record tool off-set
Select the appropriate cutting tool to be mounted to the tool magazine
Perform tool setting and compensation
Set the desired machining parameters
Carry out an operational dry run
Operate the CNC lathe to carry out the machining process
Check work piece for conformance with specifications
Observe safety procedures and adhering to personal safety
requirements
Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Test out machining parameters with different cutting tool materials to
optimise outcome
Compare and contrast production outcomes against standard time
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Clarify job requirements
Seek clarification on doubts and challenges with peers and/or superior
Store optimised programme for repeat orders
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Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Reflect on machining approach and possible ways to improve
productivity
Compare and contrast machining data of different types of cutting tool
materials for productivity and cost evaluation
Use relevant engineering tables and catalogues with electronic searches
and databases
Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tool and equipment must include:
Personal protective equipment
CNC lathe with accessories
Measuring tools and equipment
Work-holding fixtures and tools
Testing equipment and tools
Lathe tools and accessories must include:
Types of CNC lathe cutters
Faceplate and indexing chucks
Quick fixtures
Tungsten carbide, coated carbides, cubic boron nitride and cermets
cutting inserts
Procedures and documents must include:
Work information
Job sheets
Technical drawings
Cutting parameters
Programming and verification must include:
CAD/CAM software
Verification CAM software
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace safety procedures
Current WSH policies
Local legislation and regulations
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Skill Code PRE-PMP-1009-1
Skill Category Precision Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Apply Basic Workshop Practices
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to apply basic knowledge and skills in workshop
practices and to use basic workshop tools and equipment correctly in a
workshop. It also includes filing, drilling, tapping and fitting operations.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Principles behind usage of L-shaped plates
Purpose of chamfering and chamfer sizes
Sizes of tap drills for tapping, depth of drilling and tapping
Purpose of stoning, lapping and filing
Types of stone used for planning finish surface
Minimum screw engagement length
Method of eye protection when using air gun for cleaning
Purpose of hand reaming and methods of reaming
Specifications of taper pin, size and depth of stamped/pressed tapered
hole and corresponding pin size and protrusion
Ratio of contact for good pinning practices
Method of white sealing tape application
Purpose of “I” mark
Methods of using torque wrench
Reasons for machine rust
Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Perform filing operation
Perform drilling and tapping operations
Apply loctite and silicon
Perform fitting operation
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Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Improvise techniques to simplify processes/operations leading to shorter
duration to complete the work
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Clarify details of work activities to be carried out based on given work
instructions
Share best practices with co-workers in Workplace Safety and Health
requirements
Work within a team on reporting work outcomes
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Keep up-to-date on latest innovation in hand tools and workshop
practices
Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tools and equipment must include:
Sensor tester
Multimeter
Crimping tool
Wire cutter
Wire stripper
Electrical pliers
Test pen
Screwdrivers (+) and (-)
Hexagon key set
Adjustable spanner
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace safety procedures
Current WSH policies
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Standard workplace/organisational operating procedures
Relevant safety procedures
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Skill Code PRE-TEF-2011-1
Skill Category Technical and Engineering Fundamentals
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Handle Machine Tools and Apply Lubrication
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to handle machine tools and apply lubricants.
It also includes the ability to identify the type of machine tools, evaluate the
tools and tool holders, review EDM and wire cut operations, review the types
of lubricants and the methods of lubrication.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Definition of machine tools
Types of machine tools
Principles of machine tool operation
Function of various parts of a machine tool
Purpose of tools and tool holders
Materials for EDM electrodes
Sizes of wires for wire cut machines
Definition of lubricant
Consequences of lubricant contamination
Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Identify the type of machine tool by their operation principles
Review the parts of a machine tool
Evaluate the tools and tool holders
Review EDM and wire cut operations
Review the type of lubricant and methods of lubrication
Test out machining parameters for conformance
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Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Anticipate possible failure of equipment and measures to take
Generate ideas to prolong the life span of hand tools
Organise work approach and review methods to reduce operational time
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Report dysfunctional equipment to the attention of superiors to repair or
replace where appropriate
Share best practices with co-workers in Workplace Safety and Health
requirements
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Create SOP and highlight possible pitfalls
Learn and share on approaches to use hand tools that may
enhance/ease the job and minimise errors
Keep up-to-date on latest knowledge and innovations in hand tools
Compare and contrast machine accuracy repeatability
Record challenges encountered and effective solutions discovered
Use relevant engineering tables and catalogues including electronic
searches and databases
Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tool and equipment must include:
Personal protective equipment
Production machine tools
Assembly tools
Test equipment and tools to measure
Lubricants
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Maintenance plan/guide
Job sheets
Technical drawings
Machine operation manual
Reference charts
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Maintenance plan
Lubrication recommendations and guidelines
Mineral oil and synthetic liquid
Classification and grades
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health Act
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Skill Code PRE-PMP-2014-1
Skill Category Precision Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Perform Non-destructive Testing
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to perform non-destructive testing of
manufactured components. It also includes the ability to prepare and set up
the components, conduct non-destructive test using ultrasonic, dye penetrant
and x-ray methods, interpret and record the results obtained.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Health, safety and environmental requirements
Importance of equipment calibration
Principles of ultrasonic testing and applications
Principles of dye penetrant testing and applications
Principles of x-ray testing and applications
Operation of ultrasonic testing equipment
Interpretation of non-destructive testing results
Types of flaws and defects
Record of non-destructive testing results
Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Select and use suitable personal protective equipment appropriate to the
job requirements
Perform pre-operational checks of non-destructive testing equipment for
safe and useable conditions to minimise safety risks
Verify non-destructive testing equipment’s expiry date on calibration
label/certificate for compliance with test validity
Prepare component(s) according to the requirements of the non-
destructive test to be conducted
Set up component to fixtures securely to enhance test accuracy
Set up non-destructive testing equipment according to job requirements
Perform non-destructive test according to safe working practices and
obtain sufficient indications for evaluation
Interpret test results obtained to evaluate the indication(s) found
accurately
Update document(s) according to approved format and is legible,
accurate and complete
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Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Anticipate possible failure of equipment and measures to take
Recommend possible troubleshooting solution for process of non-
destructive testing
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Report incidences of equipment abnormalities to be rectified
Seek clarifications where applicable
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Participate in information sharing with colleagues to improve own skills
and knowledge
Find ways to improve/simplify non-destructive testing to enhance part
programs/productivity
Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tool and equipment Procedures and supporting documents Rules and Regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health Act
SS 578: 2012 – Code of Practice for use and maintenance of portable
fire extinguishers
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Skill Code PRE-TEF-1005-1
Skill Category Technical and Engineering Fundamentals
Skill Sub-Category (where applicant)
N/A
Skill Title Perform Dimensional and Geometric Measurement
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to carry out dimensional and geometric measurement of machined parts and components using a range of measuring tools and equipment. It also includes applying the appropriate techniques to measure the various dimensions of the component and geometrical tolerances, as specified in the drawings/blueprints and knowledge on the applications of various measuring instruments/equipment.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Component reference datum
Application of various types of measuring tools, gauges and equipment
Types of measuring errors
Organisational procedures for preparation of work activity
Operation and function of measuring and testing equipment
Cleaning of measuring instruments and the component to be measured
Verification of conformance to work specifications using correct testing
equipment and techniques
Applying organisational safety guidelines and occupational health and
safety regulations relating to conducting dimensional and geometric
measurements
Sorting specified limits of permissible error when making
measurements with calibrated instrument
Addressing allowable and outside allowable tolerances, adjusting
deviation in tolerance and handling within allowable tolerance
Reading and recording results of measurements and transcribing
inspection documentation
Applying the organisational procedures and hygiene standards on
reinstating work area
Applying the organisational guidelines to achieve a safe working
environment
Reports and documentations
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Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Interpret geometrical tolerances, symbols, notations and surface finish
reference charts
Set up/locate and secure components to be measured
Select appropriate measuring tools and equipment for the component
to be measured
Determine the appropriate technique to measure the component
Ensure reference drawings are of correct version
Carry out linear and geometric measurements
Calibrate measuring instruments and equipment
Record and document the results and findings accurately
Make decision to accept or reject the component
Upkeep and maintain measuring tools and equipment
Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Propose/develop quick set-up fixture to reduce set-up time, set up and
measure errors
Perform periodic calibration of measuring tools and equipment to
prevent downtime
Organise all measuring tools and equipment orderly in a cabinet for
quick access
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Seek clarification on doubts and challenges with peers and/or superior
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Reflect on tolerances of interconnected functional components
Keep abreast in changes to engineering tables and charts
Work towards fool-proofing of possible measuring errors
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Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tools and equipment must include:
Personal protective equipment
Goggles and safety aids
Test equipment and tools to measure test pieces and components
Procedures and supporting documents Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace safety procedures
Current WSH policies
Local legislation and regulations on weights and measures
Internationally recognised procedures and standards on dimensional
and geometrical measurements
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Skill Code AER-OPR-1104-1.1
Skill Category Operations Production
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Operate Basic Measuring Devices
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to use precision measuring equipment to
determine and check for dimensional and geometric conformance of
components, equipment and machines against desired standard.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Technical and engineering drawings
Distinguish the functional role and accuracy of various measuring
equipment
Basic measurement systems
Causes of measuring errors
Basic tolerance in relation to measurement
Reference temperature for high accuracy measurement
Correct use of measuring equipment
Types of measuring instruments and/or equipment
Read results from measuring instrument and/or equipment
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Interpret drawing and component specifications
Prepare and handle measuring instruments and/or equipment
Select appropriate instrument and/or equipment to carry out the check
accurately
Calibrate instruments and/or equipment
Read and record measurements
Compare results against component requirements
Implement comparator and/or gauges for high volume checking
Schedule and calibrate all equipment and/or instruments periodically and
keep calibration records
Stow measuring devices according to level of measuring accuracies and
functional use
Keep reference and/or control charts within easy reach
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
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The ability to:
Innovation and
Value Creation Generate ideas to improve accuracy of measurement
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics Report dysfunctional equipment to the attention of superiors to repair or
replace where appropriate
Share best practices with peers It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Learning to Learn Reflect on measurement errors and the remedies
Prepare remedial actions to prevent recurrence of mistakes
Learn and share on measuring approaches or use of aids that may
enhance and/or ease the job and minimise errors
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
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Tools and equipment must include:
Safety glasses
Safety gloves
Safety attires
Testing equipment
Measuring tools
Regulations must include:
Workplace safety procedures
Current WSH policies
Local legislation and regulations on weights and measures
Internationally recognised procedures and standards on dimensional and
geometric measurements
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Standard workplace and/or organisational operating procedure
Relevant workplace safety procedures
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
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Skill Code PRE-TEF-1001-1
Skill Category Technical and Engineering Fundamentals
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Handle Common Measurement Instruments
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to prepare and handle measuring instruments.
It also includes performing multi-points levelling operation, checking and
setting up machine for operation, rectifying alignment errors and performing
spacer dismantling/installation.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Types of measurement error
Causes of measurement error
Reference temperature for high accuracy measurement
Procedure for levelling
Precautions when using dial indicators
Procedure of granite square levelling
Procedure of using precision square
Method of reading sprit level
Handling sprit level gauges
Methods of maintaining measuring instruments
Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Prepare and handle measuring instruments
Perform multi points levelling operation
Check and set up machine for operation
Rectify alignment errors and perform spacer dismantling/installation
Stow measuring devices according to level of measuring accuracies and
functional use
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Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Generate ideas to improve accuracy of measurement
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Report dysfunctional equipment to the attention of superiors to repair or
replace where appropriate
Share best practices with peers
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Reflect on measurement errors and the remedies
Prepare remedial actions to prevent recurrence of mistakes
Learn and share on measuring approaches or use of aids that may
enhance/ease the job and minimise errors
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Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tools and equipment must include:
Safety glasses
Safety gloves
Safety attires
Testing equipment
Measuring tools
Regulations must include:
Workplace safety procedures
Current WSH policies
Local legislation and regulations on weights and measures
Internationally recognised procedures and standards on dimensional
and geometric measurements
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Standard workplace/organisational operating procedures
Relevant work piece safety procedures
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Skill Code PRE-TEF-2012-1
Skill Category Technical and Engineering Fundamentals
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Set Up and Operate Coordinate Measuring Machine
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to set up and operate coordinate measuring
machines (CMM). It also includes the ability to observe safety precautions,
identify task requirements, set up components, configure program and
probes, measure components and refurbish machines, equipment and tools.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Use of equipment, machines, protective clothing and eyewear in
accordance with safety and health procedures
Potential hazards and appropriate minimisation and control methods
Workplace practices, task planning and interpretation of task, job and
production sheets
Quality procedures in the workplace
Principles and application of CMM
Types of tools and fixtures
Types and application of probes
Procedures for setting CMM
Methods and techniques of measurement
Measurement records
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Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Inspect equipment for serviceability in accordance with safety, health
and organisational procedures
Select and use personal protective equipment in accordance with safety,
health and organisational procedures
Identify relevant drawings, job sheets, job specifications and any
additional documentation for the task in accordance with job
requirements and organisational procedures
Conduct pre-operation checks to verify the condition of CMM in
accordance with organisational procedures
Set up CMM in accordance with safety, health and organisational
procedures
Set up component securely and correctly oriented for maximum
measurement access
Select and verify appropriate part program in accordance with
organisational procedures
Select appropriate probes and determine appropriate probe
configuration in accordance with specifications
Set up probe in accordance with specifications and organisational
procedures
Edit CMM program to incorporate component specification changes and
to compensate for errors
Run and validate part program in accordance with organisational
procedures
Measure components in accordance with organisational procedures
Record and interpret results of measurements for conformance to
specification within tolerances according to organisational procedures
Shut down part program and remove components in accordance with
organisational procedures
Upkeep production logs and records correctly in accordance with
organisational procedures
Shut down CMM and perform housekeeping in accordance with safety,
health and organisational procedures
Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Anticipate possible failure of equipment and measures to take
Create/expand library of common components to enhance measurement
efficiency
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Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Report incidences of equipment abnormalities to be rectified
Communicate all dimensional/part programs amendments with
engineers for drawings to be kept updated
Seek clarifications where applicable
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Participate in information sharing with colleagues to improve own skills
and knowledge
Keep up-to-date on changes in measurement standards
Find ways to improve/simplify measuring methods to enhance part
programs/productivity
Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tool and Equipments must include:
Personal protective equipment
Tools and fixtures
Test equipment and tools to measure
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
For carrying out dimensional and geometric measurement
Standard workplace/organisational operating procedures
Relevant workplace safety procedures
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health Act
Current WSH policies
Code of practices on weights and measures
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Skill Code PRE-PMP-2022-1
Skill Category Precision Manufacturing Processes
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Perform Geometric Tolerance and Inspection
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to perform dimensional and geometrical
measurements and inspection of manufactured components. It also includes
the ability to interpret various types of engineering drawings, adopt safe and
healthy working practices, select and use inspection
instruments/fixtures/gauges to determine the geometrical tolerances and
carry out visual inspection.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Health, safety and environmental requirements
Identification of organisational procedures on carrying out dimensional
and geometrical measurements
Specifications and acceptance criteria
Adjusting deviation in tolerance
Tolerance stack up in assemblies
Reading and recording of results of measurements
Use of inspection fixtures and dial indicators
Types of dimensional measuring gauges and applications
Importance of calibration for dimensional measuring gauges and fixtures
Use of binocular
Types of visual defects
Record of inspection results in accordance to organisational procedures
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Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Select and use suitable personal protective equipment appropriate to the
job requirements
Interpret engineering drawings to determine accurately the acceptable
dimensional and geometrical tolerances
Conduct pre-operational checks and inspections to verify working
conditions of tools and fixtures according to job requirements
Perform calibration check of measuring gauges to enhance its accuracy
and validity
Set up component to inspection fixtures securely to achieve accurate
measurements
Perform measurements and inspection to obtain sufficient indications for
evaluation
Update document(s) according to approved format and is legible,
accurate and complete
Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Anticipate possible failure of equipment and measures to take
Analyse work procedures to enhance productivity and quality
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Report incidences of equipment abnormalities to be rectified
Seek clarification on doubts and challenges where applicable
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Participate in information sharing with colleagues to improve own skills
and knowledge
Reflect on set-up and work approach for possible improvement or ease
of work
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Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tool and equipment must include:
Medium and heavy duty equipment
Mobile and portable units
Visual inspection tools
Hand tools
Cleaning materials
Suitable work area with good lighting
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Company organisational non-destructive test procedures
Testing reference codes and standards used in industry
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health Act
International standards and procedures for magnetic particle testing
ISO 14644 cleanroom standards
SS 578: 2012 – Code of Practice for use and maintenance of portable
fire extinguishers
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Skill Code PRE-TEF-1007-1
Skill Category Technical and Engineering Fundamentals
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Use Precision Measuring Equipment
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to use precision measuring equipment at the
workplace based on work requirements. It also includes the ability to select,
clean and check the appropriate measuring equipment, handle it in correct
procedures, observe safe practices, calculate measurements using suitable
techniques, calibrate measuring equipment, record and keep documents in
order, maintain and store them in accordance with standard operating
procedures.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Checking the functionality of measuring equipment
Calculation techniques for measurements
Types and specifications of precision measuring equipment
Limits and tolerances of precision measuring equipment
Correct technique/usage of precision measuring equipment
Common faults and defects in precision measuring equipment
Safe practices in using precision measuring equipment
Simple maintenance and proper storage of precision measuring
equipment
Standard operating procedures for marking of faulty/unsafe precision
measuring equipment and the reporting structure
Waste material disposal procedures
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Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Plan work activities and requirements in accordance with organisational
procedures
Select and setup the appropriate precision measuring equipment to
measure the product according to work specifications
Calibrate the measuring equipment and record in reports in accordance
with organisational procedures
Apply safe work practices while using the measuring equipment
Maintain good housekeeping including disposal of waste materials in
accordance with Workplace Safety and Health practices
Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Anticipate possible failure of measuring equipment and measures to
take
Generate ideas to prolong the life span of measuring equipment
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Report dysfunctional equipment to the attention of superiors to repair or
replace where appropriate
Share best practices with co-workers in Workplace Safety and Health
requirements
Work within a team on reporting of work outcomes
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Prepare remedial actions to prevent recurrence of mistakes
Learn and share on measuring approaches or use of aids that may
enhance/ease the job and minimise errors
Keep up-to-date on latest knowledge and innovations in precision
measuring equipment and methods of measurement techniques
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Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Tools and equipment must include:
Safety glasses
Safety gloves
Safety attires
Testing equipment
Measuring tools
Regulations must include:
Workplace safety procedures
Current WSH policies
Local legislation and regulations on weights and measures
Internationally recognised procedures and standards on dimensional
and geometric measurements
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Standard workplace/organisational operating procedures relevant to
work piece safety procedures
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Skill Code AER-QUA-1099-1.1
Skill Category Quality
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable)
Quality Management
System
Skill Apply Quality Systems
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to apply organisational quality systems,
procedures and policies to carry out daily work to meet quality system
requirements as well as maintaining and improving work quality.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Organisational quality systems, procedures and policies
Interpretation of work instructions
Applicable product, process and quality specifications
Types and usage of quality system tools and equipment
Type and interpretation of quality records
Legislative and industrial framework for quality
Reporting and resolving non-compliances
Feedback for quality improvement
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Plan daily work to meet quality system requirements
Carry out daily work to meet quality system requirements
Maintain work quality It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
The ability to:
Innovation and
Value Creation Improve work quality
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
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The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics Cooperate with co-workers to maintain work quality by updating records
for quality control, non-conformity, non-compliance and customer
satisfaction It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Learning to Learn Review and propose updates to organisational standard operating
procedures as applicable It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
Quality management system
Workplace-based quality documentation
Quality policies, procedures and records
Organisational standard operation procedures
Work instructions
Appropriate codes of conduct
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health Act
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
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Skill Code AER-WSH-1109-1.1
Skill Category Workplace Safety and
Health
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Apply workplace safety and health practices
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to apply workplace safety and health practices
to ensure the safety of oneself and others at the workplace.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Responsibilities of general workers
Personal protective equipment
Safety signs
Safety devices and emergency equipment
Workplace housekeeping
Hazards at workplace
Unsafe working conditions and practices
Reporting hazards at workplace
Reporting unsafe working conditions and work practices
Importance of caring the personal protective equipment
Interpreting safety signs and instructions
Safety devices and emergency equipment
Risk control measures
Types of emergencies
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Know the responsibilities of a general worker under the WSH Act
Determine whether personal protective equipment provided is safe for use
Interpret the safety signs and instructions at the workplace
Perform housekeeping of workplace
Check safety signs and instructions at workplace for inadequacy
Identify hazards associated with work
Ascertain workplace equipment, machinery and safety devices are correct
and safe for use
Perform work in compliance with OSH and/or WSH Acts
Wear personal protective equipment
Comply with safety signs and instructions at the workplace
Comply with risk control measures implemented at workplace
Comply with emergency procedures implemented at workplace
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
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N/A
Innovation and
Value Creation
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics Report hazards to appropriate person in accordance with organisational
procedures
Report unsafe working conditions and work practices to appropriate
person
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
N/A
Learning to Learn
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Act
Fire Safety regulatory requirements
Hazardous material handling requirements
Procedures must include:
Incident reporting and investigation procedure
In-house safety procedures
Equipment maintenance procedures
Safety inspection procedures
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
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Skill Code AER-WSH-2011-1.1
Skill Category Workplace Safety and
Health
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Perform Basic Safety Practices and Documentation
Skill Description This skill describes the ability to adopt and comply with basic safety practices
and documentation procedures at the workplace in accordance with
organisational procedures. It also includes practice of environmental, health
and general safety at the workplace as well as processing documentation in
compliance with airworthiness requirements.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and
Analysis Workplace Safety and Health Act
Foreign Object Damage (FOD) safe practices
Human factors and error management
Organisation’s safety rules and regulations
Importance of safe work practices to prevent death, injury or damage to
assets
Behaviours that trigger unsafe working environments
Importance of usage of personal protective equipment and clothing
Types of safety signs and symbols, and warning labels
Toxic and hazardous substances
5S concept and importance
Interpretation and usage of technical manuals
Usage of different types of tools and equipment
Cleaning and corrosion prevention methods
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and inspection
of facts and information
required to perform the
work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and
Adaptation Apply environmental, health and general safety at the workplace
Practise safety precautions according to organisation’s safety procedures
and environmental guidelines when storing, using, handling and disposing
of toxic and hazardous substances
Organise the workplace in a clean, efficient and safe manner in
accordance with organisational standards
Handle tools and equipment with care and precaution
Perform tools and equipment maintenance and accountability checks on
completion of work, and store them in their respective locations
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required of
the occupation, and the
ability to react to and
manage the changes at
work.
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The ability to:
Innovation and
Value Creation Identify types of workplace hazards and apply precautionary measures
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive ideas
to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business values
that are aligned to
organisational goals.
The ability to:
Social Intelligence
and Ethics Report all incidents, accidents and hazards occurred to a supervisor
Share best maintenance practices with co-workers
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity management
guided by professional
codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Learning to Learn Perform self-reflection on the current safety practices and propose
feasible improvements It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health Act
Environmental regulations
Safety and precautionary procedures must include:
5S housekeeping practices
Range of
Application
It refers to the critical
circumstances that the
skill may be demonstrated.
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Skill Category Manufacturing Productivity and Innovation
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Apply Lean Thinking in the Workplace
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to apply LEAN thinking in the workplace. It also
includes the ability to interpret LEAN thinking, apply the principles of LEAN,
identify types of wastes in the workplace, carry out Standardised Work in the
workplace and apply thinking and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
‘Lean’ history from Toyota Production System (TPS)
Importance of practicing 3M’s in the workplace
Link between ‘lean’ thinking with productivity
‘Lean’ metric to measure performance
Culture of continuous improvement in the organisation
Role and responsibility of member in a ‘lean’ project
Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Interpret ‘lean’ thinking to eliminate wastes and increase value-added
activities according to simulation guide
Apply the 5 principles of ‘lean’ as a framework for improvement activities
Identify 8 Types of Wastes in the workplace according to simulation
guide
Carry out standardised work in the workplace according to simulation
guide
Carry out waste elimination activities in the workplace
Apply A3 thinking for problem-solving skills
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Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Carry out improvement activities based on the five principles of ‘lean’
Apply ‘lean’ quality tools in the workplace
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Contribute ideas for work improvement activities
Check with designated personnel on work improvement activities
Report any problems encountered during waste elimination activities
Report any difficulties encountered applying the 5 principles of ‘lean’ in
the workplace
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Reflect on problems encountered during waste elimination activities
Reflect on difficulties encountered applying the five principles of ‘lean’ in
the workplace
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Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
‘Lean’ thinking overview must include:
‘Lean’ definition
Benefits and results of ‘lean’
‘Lean’ history – from Toyota Production System (TPS)
Developing a ‘lean’ house/system
‘Lean’ metric
Introduction to ‘lean’ tools and techniques
‘Lean’ five key principles and tools
‘Lean’ versus productivity versus innovation
Importance of 3M’s
‘Lean’ culture in the organisation must include:
The need for a cultural of continuous improvement in the organisation
Business improvement is a journey
Mindset change
Build ‘lean’ culture
The role and responsibility of member in a ‘lean’ project
8 Types of Waste must include:
Work cycle with Type 1 and 2 wastes
Zero waste
Definition of each waste and examples
“Learning to see waste” group exercise
Understand standardisation in the workplace
A3 thinking must include:
Definition of A3
Definition of problem
Step-by-step of using A3
7 quality tools
5-why method
A3 worksheet
Standard work
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Organisational procedures
Specifications
Work instructions
Technical manuals
Simulation guide for 8 Wastes
Simulation guide for standard work
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A3 worksheet
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health Act
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Skill Code PRE-MPI-2004-1
Skill Category Manufacturing Productivity and Innovation
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Apply Basic Lean Techniques in the Workplace
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to apply the methods and tools used for
identifying and assessing the actual and potential failures in product and
process designs in the workplace.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Cycle-time in the workplace
Importance and types of layout design in the workplace
Concept of Poka-Yoke in the workplace
Steps of creating value stream mapping in the workplace
Benefits of Process Mapping in the workplace
Strategy to implement the Business Improvement Project
Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Apply cycle time measurement techniques according to simulation guide
Simulate types of Layout Design for activities improvement
Apply Poka-Yoke technique in the workplace according to simulation
guide
Apply Value Stream Mapping in the workplace according to simulation
guide
Apply Process Mapping for understanding activities flow
Identify and implement Business Improvement Project
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Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Contribute ideas for business improvement project
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Report any abnormalities encountered in cycle time measurement
Report any problems encountered during simulation of layout design
Report any difficulties encountered in process mapping
Check with designated personnel on business improvement project
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Able to recommend continuous improvement in the workplace
Reflect on problems encountered during simulation of layout design and
seek ways to improve
Reflect on difficulties encountered in process mapping and seek ways to
improve
Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Cycle time measurement must include:
Cycle time
Capacity calculation
Layout design must include:
Types of layout
Batch versus continuous flow
Business improvement project must include:
Project charter
Project tracking
Performance measurement
Project presentation
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Tool and equipment must include:
Lego
Jigsaw
Video
Flip chart
Digital camera
Procedures and supporting documents must include:
Organisational procedures
Specifications
Work instructions
Technical manual
Simulation guide for cycle time
Simulation guide for Poka-Yoke
Simulation guide for Value Stream Mapping
Rules and regulations must include:
Workplace Safety and Health Act
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Skill Code PRE-MPI-1002-1
Skill Category Manufacturing Productivity and Innovation
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Apply Continuous Process Improvement Techniques
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to apply continuous process improvement
techniques and be able to put them into practice at the workplace. It also
includes the ability to identify improvement opportunities, carry out continuous
improvement activities as well as follow-through the improvement activities.
Knowledge and Analysis It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to understand:
Purpose of continuous improvement
Types of continuous process improvement techniques
Procedures for making action plan
Concepts and methods of continuous process improvement
Types of performance indicators
Procedures for carrying out continuous improvement activities
Methods to track and measure progress of improvement activities
Procedures to follow-through the improvement activities
Procedures for reporting and recording improvement activities outcomes
Application and Adaptation It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
The ability to:
Identify improvement goals to be achieved
Carry out the improvement activities in accordance with the action plan
Collect, collate and compile data for continuous process improvement
Apply appropriate continuous process improvement techniques to collect
data related to improvement goals
Take corrective action against issues which arose during implementation
of improvement activities in accordance with organisational procedures
Follow-through the progress of improvement activities and take
appropriate corrective actions on any non-conformances
Report and record the outcomes of improvement activities in accordance
with organisational procedures
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Innovation and Value Creation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Provide ideas and constructive suggestions for continuous process
improvement
Social Intelligence and Ethics It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Communicate with team members on the performance indicators
expected from the improvement activities
Determine the timeframes, tasks, responsibilities and resources required
to achieve the improvement goals identified and discuss with appropriate
personnel
Learning to Learn It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
The ability to:
Undertake appropriate opportunities to learn and develop required work
competencies and quality skills for continuous improvement
Address the gaps or shortfalls in action plan proposal, if any
Range of Application (where applicable) It refers to the critical circumstances and contexts that the skill may be demonstrated.
Work place improvement goals must include:
Productivity improvement
Cost reduction or saving
Product quality improvement
Customer service improvement
Process or line improvement
Production machine efficiency
Machine maintenance efficiency
Defect reduction
Safety, health and environment improvement
Continuous process improvement techniques must include:
Improvement models such as:
o Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle
o Quality Circles (QC)
o Problem-solving cycle
Tools for data collection and analysis such as:
o Brainstorming
o Pareto diagram
o Cause-and-effect diagram
o Check sheet
o Data stratification
o Flowchart
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o Run charts
o Workflow/Process analysis
Performance indicators must include:
Management indicators such as:
o Operating profit
o Productivity of labour, machine or energy
o Cost reduction or saving
o Value of warranty claims
o Number of customer complaints
o Customer satisfaction index
Quality indicators such as:
o Process defect ratio
o Cost of process defects
o Number of defects missed
o Number of warranty claims
o Overall process yield
Safety, health and environment indicators such as:
o Accident frequency
o Accident severity ratio
o Number of near-misses detected
o Number of danger points detected
o Number of improvements made to dangerous work
Process or line improvement
o Overall equipment effectiveness
o Availability ratio
o Performance ratio
o Quality ratio
Machine maintenance efficiency
o Mean time between failure (MTBF)
o Mean time to repair (MTTR)
o Mean time to failure (MTTF)
Methods of tracking the progress of improvement activities must include:
Milestone charts
Project control charts
Gantt charts
Procedures for continuous process improvements must include:
Measure the result of improvement against the performance indicators
Take corrective action against any unmet goal
Report and record the outcomes of improvement activities
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Skill Code BM-SPI-304E-1
Skill Category Planning and
Implementation
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Display Critical Thinking and Analytical skills
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to apply critical thinking and analytical
skills for problem-solving. It also includes challenging and rethinking
ideas, analysing business issues to put forth recommendations to
stakeholders and enhancing creative thinking among team members.
Knowledge and
Analysis
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and
inspection of facts and
information required to
perform the work tasks
and activities.
The ability to understand:
Methods to apply logical inquiry to issues
Barriers to creativity
Ways in which people may contribute to the critical thinking and
analysis process
Application and
Adaptation
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required
of the occupation, and
the ability to react to
and manage the
changes at work.
The ability to:
Analyse business issues through the use of critical-thinking to
make recommendations to relevant stakeholders
Innovation and Value
Creation
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive
ideas to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business
values that are aligned
to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Challenge and rethink ideas and provide insights to relevant
stakeholders for continuous business improvement
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Social Intelligence
and Ethics
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity
management guided
by professional codes
of ethics.
The ability to:
Make recommendations that are attuned to the needs of relevant
stakeholders and aligned to organisational objectives by
exercising empathy and organisational awareness to close the
gaps
Learning to Learn
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
The ability to:
Develop a critical thinking mind-set when dealing with business
issues to improve the organisation’s business practices
Demonstrate problem-solving skills within own scope of work to
improve productivity and own work performance
Enhance creative thinking skills among team members to foster
innovation and improve organisational performance
Range of Application
(where applicable)
It refers to the critical
circumstances and
contexts that the skill
may be demonstrated.
Methods to apply logical inquiry to issues must include:
Understand and identify relevant objectives and issues
Formulate and raise key questions in a clear and concise manner
Gather and assess relevant information pertaining to business
situation
Use abstract ideas and interpret them appropriately
Recognise and assess implications and practical consequences
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Skill Code ES-IP-102G-1
Skill Category People and Relationship
Management
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Work in a Team
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to apply effective communication techniques to
achieve individual and team goals. It also includes providing support to team
members while taking into consideration diversity issues.
Knowledge and
Analysis
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and
inspection of facts and
information required to
perform the work tasks
and activities.
The ability to understand:
Definition of organisational vision, mission and goals
Different roles played by team members
Interdependence of roles within a team
Importance of maintaining open communication within a team
Effects of trust, respect and support within a team
Diversity issues and their impact on communication
Relevant parties from whom one can seek feedback, advice and
assistance
Effects of organisational, industry and legislative requirements and work
performance standards and/or targets on attainment of individual, team and
organisational goals
Organisational policies, limits of autonomy and span of control
Application and
Adaptation
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required
of the occupation, and
the ability to react to
and manage the
changes at work.
The ability to:
Define and align team goals with departmental and organisational goals
Demonstrate responsibility and commitment for work done and to the
achievement of individual and team goals
Identify potential areas of conflict with team members and methods to
overcome them, taking into consideration diversity issues
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Innovation and Value
Creation
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive
ideas to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business
values that are aligned
to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Listen to and contribute ideas and skills using appropriate communication
techniques to achieve team goals
Recommend improvements to established policies and procedures in a
proactive manner
Social Intelligence
and Ethics
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity
management guided by
professional codes of
ethics.
The ability to:
Maintain open communication with team members by sharing information
and discussing work-related issues to achieve individual and team goals to
meet organisational requirements
Demonstrate trust, respect and support towards team members in daily
activities to achieve team goals
Identify and resolve issues and concerns through collaborative activities
with supervisor
Learning to Learn
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
The ability to:
Define own and individual roles within the team and work within the team
and organisation dynamics
Accept and provide feedback, advice and assistance in a considerate and
constructive manner to accomplish task assigned
Range of Application
(where applicable)
It refers to the critical
circumstances and
contexts that the skill
may be demonstrated.
N/A
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Skill Code ES-IP-101G-1
Skill Category People and Relationship
Management
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Communicate and Relate Effectively at the Workplace
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to use effective communication techniques at
the workplace, while taking into consideration social and cultural differences.
It also includes interpreting, clarifying, analysing and responding to
information received, as well as using effective negotiation skills to resolve
conflicts for a win-win outcome.
Knowledge and
Analysis
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and
inspection of facts and
information required to
perform the work tasks
and activities.
The ability to understand:
Sources of information within and outside the organisation
Types of information to be received, clarified and responded to and
their features
Different modes of communication and communication tools and their
characteristics
Principles of effective communication and interpersonal techniques
Internal and external barriers to effective communication
Strategies for communicating in a courteous and respectful manner that
considers social and cultural differences
Ways to distinguish between objective facts and subjective
interpretation in a conflict
Definition of conflict and common types of conflict at the workplace
Definition of negotiation and types of negotiation styles and their
characteristics
Types of reference documents to use during negotiations
Types of conflict resolution strategies to achieve outcomes in
negotiation
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Application and
Adaptation
The ability to:
Interpret and analyse information received according to workplace
procedures
Plan response to information received taking into account the social
and cultural background of the recipient of the information
Identify signs, stages and causes of conflict with individuals or groups
of people based on objective facts and interpretation
Define the conflict and highlight points of differences and contention
objectively, taking into consideration social and cultural differences of
parties involved
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required
of the occupation, and
the ability to react to
and manage the
changes at work.
Innovation and Value
Creation
The ability to:
Work towards achieving a win-win outcome in assessing mutually
acceptable solutions It refers to the ability to
generate purposive
ideas to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business
values that are aligned
to organisational goals.
Social Intelligence
and Ethics
The ability to:
Use appropriate communication techniques that consider social and
cultural differences to clarify and respond to information received
Negotiate for mutually acceptable solutions by all parties using effective
communication and negotiation skill
Communicate outcome of negotiation and propose relevant
recommendations with justifications to supervisor to seek concurrence
and endorsement
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity
management guided by
professional codes of
ethics.
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Learning to Learn The ability to:
Reflect on communication techniques to learn from weaknesses
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Range of Application
(where applicable)
It refers to the critical
circumstances and
contexts that the skill
may be demonstrated.
Principles of effective communication and interpersonal techniques must
include:
Feedback – to ensure that the receiver was listening, understood the
information or message and agrees to the required action. Suggestions
and criticisms to be provided when necessary at this stage
Clarity – message or information must be clear and concise and should
not be ambiguous
Objectivity – the purpose of the message or information to be
communicated must be clear, so as to decide the best mode of
communication and medium for the message and to trigger the
emotional and cognitive responses to ensure receivers are engaged
e.g.: To gain information, to provide information, initiate action, praise,
criticize, inspire, change a person’s attitude, etc.
Listen and understand – use active listening skills to probe into a
situation, repeat what was said to ensure that the information received
is accurate. It is important to interpret the information correctly.
Understanding include being aware of the receiver’s state of mind and
being upon receiving the information, emotions, social climate and
customs
Connectivity – to connect with the receiver(s) and address their needs
Consistency – message or information must be consistent to the
current plans, policies and procedures, programmes and goals of the
organisation
Completeness – message or information must be completed and
adequate to avoid any misunderstanding and any delay of action if
required
Time – information should be communicated at the right time
Respect – to respect various cultural backgrounds, histories, and
experiences, accepting their rights and paying attention to their needs
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Skill Code ES-PMD-301G-1
Skill Category Personal Management and
Development
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Develop Personal Effectiveness at Supervisory Level
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to apply knowledge and life skills, relate them to
roles and responsibilities in the workplace and contribute to their
effectiveness as a team leader or supervisor. It also includes using time
management techniques, maintaining a work-life balance, managing stress
and personal finances.
Knowledge and
Analysis
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and
inspection of facts and
information required to
perform the work tasks
and activities.
The ability to understand:
Types of motivational factors affecting personal goal setting and
achievement
Factors that may affect the achievement of departmental goals
Benefits of organising and prioritising work activities according to goals
set
Practices that promote personal well-being and aspects of personal
management
Issues and problems related to personal and family responsibilities and
their impact on work
Common sources of assistance available to support personal
management
Various budgeting techniques and their features to manage personal
expenses
Factors to consider when using and maintaining credit to ensure one's
financial stability
Application and
Adaptation
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required
of the occupation, and
the ability to react to
and manage the
changes at work.
The ability to:
Analyse personal goals and align them to departmental goals
Examine personal role and responsibilities and their contribution to
departmental success
Plan, organise and execute personal work activities to achieve
departmental goals
Support the implementation of work-life balance programmes to achieve
organisational effectiveness
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Innovation and Value
Creation
The ability to:
Identify causes of stress that affect self and team and apply stress
management techniques to deal with them It refers to the ability to
generate purposive
ideas to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business
values that are aligned
to organisational goals.
Social Intelligence
and Ethics
The ability to:
Apply emotional intelligence and people-management techniques to get
assistance from appropriate people such as managers, peers and
subordinates It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity
management guided by
professional codes of
ethics.
Learning to Learn The ability to:
Examine personal strengths and weaknesses, apply strategies to
overcome weaknesses and use personal strengths to contribute towards
the achievement of departmental goals
Establish own existing financial position using appropriate tools and
explain how to manage such a position
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Range of Application
(where applicable)
It refers to the critical
circumstances and
contexts that the skill
may be demonstrated.
N/A
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Skill Code ES-PMD-102G-1
Skill Category Personal Management and Development
Skill Sub-Category (where applicable)
N/A
Skill Maintain Personal Presentation and Employability at Operations Level
Skill Description This Skill describes the ability to identify personal career goals and take steps to realise career goals. It also includes determining one’s competences and preparing for interviews.
The ability to understand:
Knowledge and Analysis Meaning of competencies
Necessity of setting personal career goals
Guidelines for setting personal career goals
Ways to develop career plan to achieve personal career goals
Components of resume and/or application form
Purpose of a resume and/or application form for job application
Factors to consider in preparing a resume or filling in an application form
Different types of job interview and their features
Necessity to prepare for job interview
Importance of basic social etiquette skills
Ways to develop basic social etiquette skills
It refers to gathering, cognitive processing, integration and inspection of facts and information required to perform the work tasks and activities.
The ability to:
Application and Adaptation Determine personal career goals taking into account personal
competences based on guidelines set
List personal competencies acquired through learning and experience to meet qualifications and expectations for the job
State sources of and interpret information on potential employment opportunities
Select jobs that best match personal competencies and career goals and apply for jobs
Prepare for and attend job interview by applying basic social etiquette skills
It refers to the ability to perform the work tasks and activities required of the occupation, and the ability to react to and manage the changes at work.
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The ability to:
Innovation and Value Creation Elaborate on personal strength, abilities and aptitudes
that may add value to the organisation It refers to the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to organisational goals.
The ability to:
Social Intelligence and Ethics Demonstrate basis social etiquette skills and personal hygiene during job
interview It refers to the ability to use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics.
The ability to:
Learning to Learn Reflect on performance and feedback during job interview to address
areas of improvement for future interviews It refers to the ability to develop and improve one’s self within and outside of one’s area of work.
N/A
Range of Application It refers to the critical circumstances that the skill may be demonstrated.
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Skill Code ES-PMD-303G-1
Skill Category Personal Management and
Development
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Apply Emotional Competence to Manage Self and Team at the Workplace
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to apply self-awareness techniques and model
emotional intelligence principles to facilitate an understanding and
management of oneself and others in a team. It also includes cultivating a
positive emotional culture in the workplace.
Knowledge and
Analysis
The ability to understand:
Differences between cognitive intelligence and emotional intelligence
Aspects of emotional intelligence
Importance of emotional intelligence
Benefits of applying emotional intelligence at work
Different platforms to facilitate expression of thoughts and feelings by
team members
Importance of developing emotional intelligence to build positive
relationships
Domains of emotional intelligence and their applications
Methods for development of emotional intelligence and its features
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and
inspection of facts and
information required to
perform the work tasks
and activities.
Application and
Adaptation
The ability to:
Assess emotional states of team members and respond appropriately
to emotional cues, taking into consideration the different cultures and
background of team members
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required
of the occupation, and
the ability to react to
and manage the
changes at work.
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Innovation and Value
Creation
The ability to:
Promote a positive emotional climate at the workplace It refers to the ability to
generate purposive
ideas to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business
values that are aligned
to organisational goals.
Social Intelligence
and Ethics
The ability to:
Model behaviours that demonstrate application of emotional intelligence
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in dealing with team members
and making decisions, taking their emotions into account
Provide opportunities for team members to express their thoughts and
feelings and assist them in understanding the effects of their behaviour
and emotions on others at the workplace
Encourage team members to develop their own emotional intelligence to
build positive relationships among one another to achieve team goals
It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity
management guided by
professional codes of
ethics.
Learning to Learn The ability to:
Recognise own emotional states, the causes of those emotional states
and its effects on own and team’s performance and interpersonal
relationships at the workplace
Conduct self-reflection and gather feedback from team members to
identify personal strengths and weaknesses for development of own
emotional intelligence
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
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Range of Application Definition of cognitive intelligence must include:
Intellectual abilities such as logic, reason, reading, writing, analysing
and prioritising
Definition of emotional intelligence must include:
Awareness of own emotions and ability to regulate them
Awareness of the emotions of others and the ability to use the
knowledge to manage interactions with others
Aspects of emotional intelligence must include:
Understanding oneself, personal goals, intentions, responses, behaviour
and all
Understanding others and their feelings
Domains of emotional intelligence must include:
Knowing one’s emotions
Managing one’s emotions
Motivating oneself
Recognising and understanding others’ emotion
Managing relationship through use of emotional intelligence
Behaviours that demonstrate application of emotional intelligence must
include:
Paying attention to other’s body language, tone of voice and facial cues
Taking interest in team members and their work
Acknowledging and showing appreciation for team members’
contributions
Demonstrating common feelings with team members (e.g. excitement,
disappointment, et cetera)
Responding to team members taking into account their profile and
cultural differences and in ways that suit their individual styles (e.g.
responding in a clear and strict manner, responding with a soft
approach, etc.)
Applying empathy to others at the workplace
Recognising impact of personal emotions on others
Seeing setbacks as situational and circumstantial rather than a
pervasive personal flaw
(where applicable)
It refers to the critical
circumstances and
contexts that the skill
may be demonstrated.
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Skill Code ES-PMD-104G-1
Skill Category Personal Management and
Development
Skill Sub-Category
(where applicable) N/A
Skill Adapt to Change
Skill Description
This skill describes the ability to identify local and/or global trends and
changes impacting the workplace with a view to enhancing productivity and
effectiveness in a diverse workplace. It also includes adapting to changes
for sustained employability in the new knowledge economy and sharing
knowledge and skills.
Knowledge and
Analysis
The ability to understand:
Ways in which various types of local and global trends impact one’s
employability and job role
Ways to cope with adjustments and expectations required in current
and new job situation in a local and global context
Causes of gaps in own competencies
Types of learning opportunities and their characteristics
Types of other resources and opportunities for development
Ways to overcome barriers to the transfer of learning
Process and strategies of coaching to motivate and help others
Factors that hinder and encourage learning
Types of diversity at the workplace
Sources and stages of change and resistance to change
Components of self-esteem and positive attitude
It refers to gathering,
cognitive processing,
integration and
inspection of facts and
information required to
perform the work tasks
and activities.
Application and
Adaptation
It refers to the ability to
perform the work tasks
and activities required
of the occupation, and
the ability to react to
and manage the
changes at work.
The ability to:
Access available sources of information to identify local and global
trends and interpret information that impact one’s employability and job
role
Identify the types of expectations and adjustments required in current
and new job situation to stay employable and competitive in the local
and global context
Identify the types of competencies required in current and new job
requirements
Identify the implications of diversity at the workplace and participate in relevant approaches to work within a diverse workforce
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Innovation and Value
Creation
The ability to:
Transfer skills and knowledge acquired from training and development
to the workplace and measure performance improvement as a result of
training and development
It refers to the ability to
generate purposive
ideas to improve work
performance and/or
enhance business
values that are aligned
to organisational goals.
Social Intelligence
and Ethics
The ability to:
Demonstrate the ability to learn from and coach others a given set of
skills from one job situation to another It refers to the ability to
use affective factors in
leadership, relationship
and diversity
management guided by
professional codes of
ethics.
Learning to Learn The ability to:
Identify gaps in own competencies, determine training and
development needs and select suitable learning opportunities that
match personal learning styles
Identify the impact of change on oneself and own job and adopt
appropriate techniques to respond to change
It refers to the ability to
develop and improve
one’s self within and
outside of one’s area of
work.
Range of Application N/A
(where applicable)
It refers to the critical
circumstances and
contexts that the skill
may be demonstrated.
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Definitions of the Five (5) Domains
Domain Definition
Knowledge and Analysis
Knowledge includes the gathering of facts and information through traditional and digital forms. Analysis involves the cognitive processing, integration and inspection of single or multiple sources of facts and information required to perform work tasks and activities and takes into consideration, the work contexts in which the tasks and activities are carried out. The result of knowledge and analysis produce judgements on work tasks/activities/issues/areas, and the conceptualisation of solutions to solve problems at work.
Application and Adaptation
Application involves the ability to perform work tasks and activities defined by the requirements of the occupation. Adaptation involves the ability to react to and manage the changes in the work contexts. The result of application and adaptation leads to the production of psycho-motor actions and behavioural reactions to the work tasks/activities/issues/areas, and the execution of the planned solutions to solve problems at work.
Innovation and Value Creation
Innovation includes the ability to generate purposive ideas to improve work performance and/or enhance business values that are aligned to the organisational goals. As a result of innovation, the organisation is able to reap the values from individual or team contributors to achieve organisational growth.
Social Intelligence and Ethics
Social intelligence includes the ability to appreciate and use affective factors in leadership, relationship and diversity management guided by professional codes of ethics as effective individuals or team contributors.
Learning to Learn
Learning-to-learn includes the ability to improve on self-development within and outside of one’s area of work. It involves the continual inspection of one’s knowledge, analytical, application, adaptive, innovative and social skills that are needed to perform the work optimally and/or solve problems effectively.