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. Prepare to fabricate exhaust system component | 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Fabrication procedures and information are sourced and interpreted 1.3 Fabrication options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected 1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.5 Appropriate tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability |
2. Fabricate and test component | 2.1 Component material is selected and sourced according to job requirements 2.2 Material is shaped, machined and welded as required using approved methods and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements 2.3 Component is measured to ensure compliance with specifications 2.4 Component fabrication is completed according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements, and without causing damage to any component or system 2.5 Component is tested according to workplace procedures and job requirements |
3. Complete work processes | 3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and component is presented ready for use or storage according to workplace procedures 3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected 3.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace expectations 3.4 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: selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE) using tools and equipment safely handling fabrication equipment using welding equipment controlling hazards, including abnormal noise and hazardous fumes. |
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:
fabricate two different exhaust systems, in which the work must involve:
manufacturing flanges
pipe bending
joining components by welding.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to fabricating exhaust systems and components, including procedures for:
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
using tools and equipment
safely handling fabrication equipment
using welding equipment
controlling hazards, including abnormal noise and hazardous fumes
operating principles of exhaust systems, including scavenging and back pressure
application, purpose and operation of exhaust systems, including:
mufflers
extractor pipes
catalytic converters
diesel particulate filters
exhaust component fabrication, including:
pipe bending
flange manufacture
welding techniques
exhaust fabrication tools, including:
exhaust pipe benders
pipe cutters
formers
welding equipment
exhaust system and component testing 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 exhaust systems that they have fabricated, 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
exhaust system fabrication material, including:
exhaust pipe
exhaust flanges
exhaust brackets
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for exhaust system fabrication, including:
exhaust pipe benders
pipe cutters
formers
welding equipment.
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