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AURLTD007
Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes required to analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems in order to initiate action to sustain, vary or enhance performance. It involves identifying, evaluating, selecting, justifying and documenting the most appropriate rectification method or variation to the rectification method. The unit includes the analysis of multi-system and intermittent faults which may be caused by operating in adverse conditions.

It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The steering and suspension systems include those of light vehicles, light commercial vehicles or outdoor power equipment.

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 and confirm the work requirement

1.1 Objective of the analysis and evaluation is determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Specifications for light vehicle steering or suspension system are sourced and interpreted

1.3 System faults, deficiencies or discrepancies are identified and confirmed

1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed according to workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements

2. Prepare for analysis and evaluation

2.1 Evaluation criteria are developed or adopted to meet the objective of the analysis and evaluation

2.2 Analytical and evaluative methodology is developed or identified from technical information

2.3 Testing equipment is prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

2.4 Tools and materials required to support the diagnostic procedure are identified, selected and prepared for use

2.5 Steering or suspension system and components are prepared for the diagnostic process

3. Carry out failure analysis

3.1 Selected analytical and evaluative methodology is followed according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

3.2 Tests are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements

3.3 Analytical and other diagnostic findings are verified, as required, by using reliable alternative or optional processes

3.4 Analytical findings and results are assessed against evaluation criteria

3.5 Valid conclusions are drawn from available evidence and documented according to workplace requirements

4. Make recommendations

4.1 Options for responding to the objective are determined from further research of technical support information

4.2 Rectification method is selected from an analysis of the options, operating conditions, regulatory requirements, Australian Design Rules, and financial implications

4.3 Report is prepared specifying analysis and evaluation process, and detailing and justifying rectification method or variation to the rectification method

5. Complete work processes

5.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations

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 standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

analyse and evaluate a fault in the:

steering system of a light vehicle

suspension system of a different light vehicle

steering system or suspension system of a third light vehicle.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to analysing and evaluating faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems, including procedures for working with:

stored energy in springs, air springs and torsion bars

high pressure and high temperature steering system fluids

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from steering and suspension systems

principles and processes involved in planning and implementing analysis and evaluation of light vehicle steering and suspension system faults

design and planning of diagnostic procedures of light vehicle steering and suspension system faults, including procedures for diagnosing:

hydraulic faults

mechanical faults

electrical faults

procedures for analysing and evaluating light vehicle steering and suspension system faults, including:

system failure analysis

component failure analysis

types, functions, operation and limitations of the following systems, including:

steering system and components:

manual steering

steering system theory, including steering angles

hydraulic power assisted steering

electric power assisted steering

electrohydraulic assisted steering

front suspension system and components, including short and long arm and MacPherson strut

rear suspension and components, including rigid axle and independent suspension

testing procedures for light vehicle steering and suspension systems, including:

power steering

manual steering

electrical controllers

hydraulic pressures

mechanical components

types, functions, operation and limitations of diagnostic testing equipment required to analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems

procedures for documenting and reporting the system analysis and evaluation process

requirements of Australian Design Rules (ADRs) relating to light vehicle steering and suspension systems.

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 light vehicle steering and suspension systems that they have worked on, 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

workplace instructions

manufacturer light vehicle steering and suspension system specifications

three different light vehicles with steering and suspension system faults

diagnostic equipment for light vehicle steering and suspension systems

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for analysing and evaluating light vehicle steering and suspension systems.


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 and confirm the work requirement

1.1 Objective of the analysis and evaluation is determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Specifications for light vehicle steering or suspension system are sourced and interpreted

1.3 System faults, deficiencies or discrepancies are identified and confirmed

1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed according to workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements

2. Prepare for analysis and evaluation

2.1 Evaluation criteria are developed or adopted to meet the objective of the analysis and evaluation

2.2 Analytical and evaluative methodology is developed or identified from technical information

2.3 Testing equipment is prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

2.4 Tools and materials required to support the diagnostic procedure are identified, selected and prepared for use

2.5 Steering or suspension system and components are prepared for the diagnostic process

3. Carry out failure analysis

3.1 Selected analytical and evaluative methodology is followed according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

3.2 Tests are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements

3.3 Analytical and other diagnostic findings are verified, as required, by using reliable alternative or optional processes

3.4 Analytical findings and results are assessed against evaluation criteria

3.5 Valid conclusions are drawn from available evidence and documented according to workplace requirements

4. Make recommendations

4.1 Options for responding to the objective are determined from further research of technical support information

4.2 Rectification method is selected from an analysis of the options, operating conditions, regulatory requirements, Australian Design Rules, and financial implications

4.3 Report is prepared specifying analysis and evaluation process, and detailing and justifying rectification method or variation to the rectification method

5. Complete work processes

5.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations

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 and environmental requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for working with:

stored energy in springs, air springs and torsion bars

high pressure and high temperature steering system fluids

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from steering and suspension systems.

Analytical and evaluative methodology must include:

diagnostic process, sequence, tests and testing equipment.

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

analyse and evaluate a fault in the:

steering system of a light vehicle

suspension system of a different light vehicle

steering system or suspension system of a third light vehicle.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to analysing and evaluating faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems, including procedures for working with:

stored energy in springs, air springs and torsion bars

high pressure and high temperature steering system fluids

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from steering and suspension systems

principles and processes involved in planning and implementing analysis and evaluation of light vehicle steering and suspension system faults

design and planning of diagnostic procedures of light vehicle steering and suspension system faults, including procedures for diagnosing:

hydraulic faults

mechanical faults

electrical faults

procedures for analysing and evaluating light vehicle steering and suspension system faults, including:

system failure analysis

component failure analysis

types, functions, operation and limitations of the following systems, including:

steering system and components:

manual steering

steering system theory, including steering angles

hydraulic power assisted steering

electric power assisted steering

electrohydraulic assisted steering

front suspension system and components, including short and long arm and MacPherson strut

rear suspension and components, including rigid axle and independent suspension

testing procedures for light vehicle steering and suspension systems, including:

power steering

manual steering

electrical controllers

hydraulic pressures

mechanical components

types, functions, operation and limitations of diagnostic testing equipment required to analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems

procedures for documenting and reporting the system analysis and evaluation process

requirements of Australian Design Rules (ADRs) relating to light vehicle steering and suspension systems.

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 light vehicle steering and suspension systems that they have worked on, 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

workplace instructions

manufacturer light vehicle steering and suspension system specifications

three different light vehicles with steering and suspension system faults

diagnostic equipment for light vehicle steering and suspension systems

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for analysing and evaluating light vehicle steering and suspension systems.

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 Yes No Comments/feedback
Objective of the analysis and evaluation is determined from workplace instructions 
Specifications for light vehicle steering or suspension system are sourced and interpreted 
System faults, deficiencies or discrepancies are identified and confirmed 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed according to workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements 
Evaluation criteria are developed or adopted to meet the objective of the analysis and evaluation 
Analytical and evaluative methodology is developed or identified from technical information 
Testing equipment is prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Tools and materials required to support the diagnostic procedure are identified, selected and prepared for use 
Steering or suspension system and components are prepared for the diagnostic process 
Selected analytical and evaluative methodology is followed according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Tests are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements 
Analytical and other diagnostic findings are verified, as required, by using reliable alternative or optional processes 
Analytical findings and results are assessed against evaluation criteria 
Valid conclusions are drawn from available evidence and documented according to workplace requirements 
Options for responding to the objective are determined from further research of technical support information 
Rectification method is selected from an analysis of the options, operating conditions, regulatory requirements, Australian Design Rules, and financial implications 
Report is prepared specifying analysis and evaluation process, and detailing and justifying rectification method or variation to the rectification method 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations 
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 
Objective of the analysis and evaluation is determined from workplace instructions 
Specifications for light vehicle steering or suspension system are sourced and interpreted 
System faults, deficiencies or discrepancies are identified and confirmed 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed according to workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements 
Evaluation criteria are developed or adopted to meet the objective of the analysis and evaluation 
Analytical and evaluative methodology is developed or identified from technical information 
Testing equipment is prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Tools and materials required to support the diagnostic procedure are identified, selected and prepared for use 
Steering or suspension system and components are prepared for the diagnostic process 
Selected analytical and evaluative methodology is followed according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Tests are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements 
Analytical and other diagnostic findings are verified, as required, by using reliable alternative or optional processes 
Analytical findings and results are assessed against evaluation criteria 
Valid conclusions are drawn from available evidence and documented according to workplace requirements 
Options for responding to the objective are determined from further research of technical support information 
Rectification method is selected from an analysis of the options, operating conditions, regulatory requirements, Australian Design Rules, and financial implications 
Report is prepared specifying analysis and evaluation process, and detailing and justifying rectification method or variation to the rectification method 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations 
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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