AURLTD001 - Select and install performance enhanced suspension system products
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AURLTD001 Select and install performance enhanced suspension system products
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Version 1.0 Issue Date: April 2024
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select, install and adjust products to suit a customer’s suspension system modification requirements.
It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The suspension systems are those of four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicles, light vehicles, light commercial vehicles or motor sport vehicles.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Evidence Required
List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
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. Identify customer requirements and assess their practicality and safety compliance
1.1 Purpose of proposed modifications is established and confirmed
1.2 Practicality of customer requirements is assessed and discussed with appropriate personnel
1.3 Proposed modifications are assessed in relation to safety and Australian Design Rules (ADR) compliance
1.4 Project parameters, including cost and timeframe considerations, are discussed and confirmed
1.5 Vehicle is road tested to ensure proposed modifications are relevant and vehicle condition is appropriate to safely incorporate performance enhanced suspension products
1.6 Written quote is prepared to be authorised by customer according to workplace procedures
2. Prepare for modification
2.1 Required suspension system components are sourced and ordered
2.2 Service information is accessed and interpreted prior to commencing removal procedures
2.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
2.4 Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
3. Fit components and make suspension system adjustments
3.1 Original components are removed and stored according to customer requirements, workplace disposal procedures and safety requirements
3.2 New components are inspected before installation to confirm serviceability
3.3 New components are installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.4 Fluids and lubricants are added to components according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
3.5 Suspension system adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
4. Road test vehicle and make final adjustments
4.1 Vehicle is road tested to ensure compliance with project intent
4.2 Suspension system is inspected to confirm it is free of leaks and other malfunctions
4.3 Final adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5. Complete work processes
5.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
5.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
5.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
5.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
select and fit performance enhanced suspension systems on two different vehicles, in which the work must involve two of the following:
suspension coil springs with modified spring rates
modified shock absorbers and struts
modified sway bars
modified suspension bushes
modified torsion bars.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to selecting and installing performance enhanced suspension system products, including procedures for managing stored energy in springs and torsion bars
operating principles of suspension systems, including:
rigid and independent suspensions
sprung and unsprung mass
ride and curb height
application, purpose and operation of performance enhanced suspension system products, including:
shock absorbers
coil springs, torsion bars and leaf springs
adjustable coil-overs
rubber and urethane bushings
sway bars and sway bar links
strut mounts
tower bars
procedures for removing suspension system components
requirements of Australian Design Rules (ADRs) relating to suspension systems
procedures for fitting and adjusting performance enhanced suspension system components
procedures for operating equipment to test suspension systems, including shock absorber testers
suspension system road testing principles and procedures.
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 performance enhanced suspension system products that they have selected and installed, 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 workplace or simulated workplace
workplace instructions
manufacturer vehicle and suspension product specifications
ADRs
two vehicles requiring the installation of performance enhanced suspension system products
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for selecting and installing performance enhanced suspension system products.
Submission Requirements
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Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:
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Assessment Tasks
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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. Identify customer requirements and assess their practicality and safety compliance
1.1 Purpose of proposed modifications is established and confirmed
1.2 Practicality of customer requirements is assessed and discussed with appropriate personnel
1.3 Proposed modifications are assessed in relation to safety and Australian Design Rules (ADR) compliance
1.4 Project parameters, including cost and timeframe considerations, are discussed and confirmed
1.5 Vehicle is road tested to ensure proposed modifications are relevant and vehicle condition is appropriate to safely incorporate performance enhanced suspension products
1.6 Written quote is prepared to be authorised by customer according to workplace procedures
2. Prepare for modification
2.1 Required suspension system components are sourced and ordered
2.2 Service information is accessed and interpreted prior to commencing removal procedures
2.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
2.4 Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
3. Fit components and make suspension system adjustments
3.1 Original components are removed and stored according to customer requirements, workplace disposal procedures and safety requirements
3.2 New components are inspected before installation to confirm serviceability
3.3 New components are installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.4 Fluids and lubricants are added to components according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
3.5 Suspension system adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
4. Road test vehicle and make final adjustments
4.1 Vehicle is road tested to ensure compliance with project intent
4.2 Suspension system is inspected to confirm it is free of leaks and other malfunctions
4.3 Final adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5. Complete work processes
5.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
5.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
5.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
5.4 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 managing stored energy in springs and torsion bars.
Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
select and fit performance enhanced suspension systems on two different vehicles, in which the work must involve two of the following:
suspension coil springs with modified spring rates
modified shock absorbers and struts
modified sway bars
modified suspension bushes
modified torsion bars.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to selecting and installing performance enhanced suspension system products, including procedures for managing stored energy in springs and torsion bars
operating principles of suspension systems, including:
rigid and independent suspensions
sprung and unsprung mass
ride and curb height
application, purpose and operation of performance enhanced suspension system products, including:
shock absorbers
coil springs, torsion bars and leaf springs
adjustable coil-overs
rubber and urethane bushings
sway bars and sway bar links
strut mounts
tower bars
procedures for removing suspension system components
requirements of Australian Design Rules (ADRs) relating to suspension systems
procedures for fitting and adjusting performance enhanced suspension system components
procedures for operating equipment to test suspension systems, including shock absorber testers
suspension system road testing principles and procedures.
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 performance enhanced suspension system products that they have selected and installed, 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 workplace or simulated workplace
workplace instructions
manufacturer vehicle and suspension product specifications
ADRs
two vehicles requiring the installation of performance enhanced suspension system products
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for selecting and installing performance enhanced suspension system products.
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
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
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Comments/feedback
Purpose of proposed modifications is established and confirmed
Practicality of customer requirements is assessed and discussed with appropriate personnel
Proposed modifications are assessed in relation to safety and Australian Design Rules (ADR) compliance
Project parameters, including cost and timeframe considerations, are discussed and confirmed
Vehicle is road tested to ensure proposed modifications are relevant and vehicle condition is appropriate to safely incorporate performance enhanced suspension products
Written quote is prepared to be authorised by customer according to workplace procedures
Required suspension system components are sourced and ordered
Service information is accessed and interpreted prior to commencing removal procedures
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
Original components are removed and stored according to customer requirements, workplace disposal procedures and safety requirements
New components are inspected before installation to confirm serviceability
New components are installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Fluids and lubricants are added to components according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
Suspension system adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Vehicle is road tested to ensure compliance with project intent
Suspension system is inspected to confirm it is free of leaks and other malfunctions
Final adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
Purpose of proposed modifications is established and confirmed
Practicality of customer requirements is assessed and discussed with appropriate personnel
Proposed modifications are assessed in relation to safety and Australian Design Rules (ADR) compliance
Project parameters, including cost and timeframe considerations, are discussed and confirmed
Vehicle is road tested to ensure proposed modifications are relevant and vehicle condition is appropriate to safely incorporate performance enhanced suspension products
Written quote is prepared to be authorised by customer according to workplace procedures
Required suspension system components are sourced and ordered
Service information is accessed and interpreted prior to commencing removal procedures
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
Original components are removed and stored according to customer requirements, workplace disposal procedures and safety requirements
New components are inspected before installation to confirm serviceability
New components are installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Fluids and lubricants are added to components according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
Suspension system adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Vehicle is road tested to ensure compliance with project intent
Suspension system is inspected to confirm it is free of leaks and other malfunctions
Final adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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