Question 1

What is NCEA AS 91365 about?

Accepted Answer

This standard asks you to show you understand how advanced manufacturing works by looking at real manufacturing processes. You need to explain how safety is managed, how new technologies change manufacturing systems, and what influences manufacturing decisions (like what customers want or environmental concerns). You'll do this by studying an actual manufacturing process and explaining these concepts in depth.

Question 2

What do students need to do for AS 91365?

Accepted Answer

1. Explain how safety issues were managed in a real manufacturing process (covering worker safety, product safety, and environmental impact) 2. Identify how new technologies or techniques (like CNC machines, robotics, or control systems) have changed how manufacturing is done and improved quality control 3. Explain how customer, social, and environmental demands influence what gets prioritised in the manufacturing process 4. For Merit: Explain how quality management techniques (like TQM or Six Sigma) have actually changed the way a manufacturing process works 5. For Excellence: Discuss why quality management techniques have been important and how they've transformed manufacturing practices over time

Question 3

What's the difference between Achieved, Merit, and Excellence for AS 91365?

Accepted Answer

Achieved: You explain safety issues, identify how new technologies affect manufacturing systems, and describe what influences manufacturing priorities. Merit: You go deeper by explaining how quality management techniques have actually impacted and changed a manufacturing process. Excellence: You discuss both how and why quality management techniques have been important in changing manufacturing practices, showing you understand the bigger picture of modern manufacturing.

Question 4

What mistakes do students typically make in AS 91365?

Accepted Answer

1. Students describe manufacturing processes without connecting their explanations to safety issues, technology impacts, or quality management — just listing facts doesn't meet the standard 2. Students identify new technologies but don't explain how they actually change manufacturing systems or improve quality control 3. Students miss the Merit and Excellence requirements by not discussing quality management techniques or why they matter in changing manufacturing practices

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