Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Select and use electrical test equipment | 1.1 Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions 1.2 Electrical test equipment is identified and selected to meet job requirements 1.3 Electrical test equipment is checked and calibrated according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 1.4 Personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the work is selected and checked before use 1.5 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.6 Electrical test equipment is used according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements 1.7 Electrical circuits are tested according to workplace procedures and without causing damage to systems and components |
2. Service, maintain and store electrical test equipment | 2.1 Electrical test equipment is serviced, calibrated and maintained within scope of responsibility according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 2.2 Calibration inspection schedules and procedures are determined to ensure reliable and accurate operation 2.3 Damaged, faulty or inaccurate electrical test equipment is tagged and isolated for repair or replacement, and reported according to workplace procedures |
3. Complete work processes | 3.1 Electrical test equipment is cleaned, checked and stored ready for use according to workplace procedures 3.2 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures |
This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Safety requirements must include: | work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: selecting and using PPE identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with: working on high voltage ignition systems wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring systems. |
Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in the unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
use a test lamp to check for continuity, voltage supply and earth return in a basic electrical circuit
use a multimeter to measure:
voltage, current and resistance in a basic electrical circuit
continuity between a control unit and sensor
voltage drop across an electrical resistive load
use an inductive clamp to measure current flowing in a vehicle starting system
gain the oscilloscope waveforms of two of the following engine sensors or actuator:
camshaft
crankshaft
knock
fuel injector
service, maintain and store three different pieces of electrical test equipment
identify and tag one faulty piece of electrical test equipment.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to using and maintaining electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace, including procedures for:
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with:
working on high voltage ignition systems
wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring systems
types, characteristics, uses, limitations and calibrating requirements of automotive electrical test equipment, including:
test lights, including resistive and light emitting diode (LED)
continuity testers
test probes, including those for testing voltage positive and negative status
voltmeters, ammeters and ohmmeters
digital multimeters
circuit load testers, including alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) clamp testers
oscilloscopes
databus test instruments
testing electrical systems, including procedures for:
accessing electrical terminals and using test probes without damaging connectors, fuse holders or wiring
selecting test equipment
checking resistance, current flow and voltage drop of system circuits
location and content of workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications, including:
basic maintenance procedures for automotive electrical test equipment
procedures for checking, identifying and isolating faulty equipment.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the electrical test equipment that they have selected, used and maintained, e.g. repair orders.
Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources must be made available:
automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace
manufacturer specifications and operator instructions for electrical test equipment
materials and equipment appropriate for using and maintaining automotive electrical test equipment
electrical test equipment specified in the performance evidence
electrical components and circuits requiring the use of electrical test equipment, as specified in the performance evidence.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist