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AURVTS003
Fabricate vehicle composite material components

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes required to fabricate components for automotive application, using composite materials such as fibreglass and carbon fibre. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment, identifying composite materials, calculating material quantities, mixing and applying recommended composite materials, finishing components to workplace and customer specifications, and completing workplace processes and documentation.

It applies to those working in the automotive body repair industry.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



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. Prepare to fabricate vehicle composite material component

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Composite information is accessed and interpreted

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.4 Composite materials and equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected and checked for serviceability

1.5 Component surface area is measured and calculated to determine required quantities of gel coat, resins, catalyst and matting

1.6 Work area with approved ventilation is checked for correct operation and faults are reported to authorised personnel

1.7 Work is planned to identify methods to fabricate component, minimise waste, and use time efficiently

2. Fabricate component

2.1 Equipment and materials are set up and prepared for use

2.2 Composite materials are mixed and applied according to manufacturer and equipment specifications to fabricate component

2.3 Component is fabricated using composite materials according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle and equipment

2.4 Fabricated component is checked against job specifications and workplace quality requirements

3. Complete work processes

3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace and customer specifications, and components are presented ready for use

3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored

3.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures

3.4 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:

fabricate two different vehicle composite components, in which the work must involve one air intake.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS), and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to fabricating vehicle composite material components, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

using tools and equipment

satisfying ventilation requirements for work area

using safety data sheets (SDS) for composite materials

handling and storing hazardous resins and chemicals

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of resins, chemicals and waste materials produced during fabrication process

types and features of composite materials

fabrication methods and techniques, including:

hand and machine operations

mixing and measuring composite materials

mould and plug usage

procedures for final inspection of fabricated composite components.

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 composite components that they have fabricated for vehicles, e.g. work 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

PPE required to fabricate composite components

SDS for composite materials

materials to fabricate composite components

two different vehicle composite components to be fabricated

tools, equipment and materials tools, equipment and materials appropriate for fabricating vehicle composite material components.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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 vehicle composite material component

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Composite information is accessed and interpreted

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.4 Composite materials and equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected and checked for serviceability

1.5 Component surface area is measured and calculated to determine required quantities of gel coat, resins, catalyst and matting

1.6 Work area with approved ventilation is checked for correct operation and faults are reported to authorised personnel

1.7 Work is planned to identify methods to fabricate component, minimise waste, and use time efficiently

2. Fabricate component

2.1 Equipment and materials are set up and prepared for use

2.2 Composite materials are mixed and applied according to manufacturer and equipment specifications to fabricate component

2.3 Component is fabricated using composite materials according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle and equipment

2.4 Fabricated component is checked against job specifications and workplace quality requirements

3. Complete work processes

3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace and customer specifications, and components are presented ready for use

3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored

3.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures

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.

Composite informationmust include:

manufacturer specifications

composite material safety data sheets (SDS)

workplace procedures.

Composite materials and equipment must include:

release agents

composite materials, including:

gel coats

resins

catalysts

composite matting

measuring equipment

composite specialist tools

mixing containers

moulds and jigs.

Safety and environmental requirements must include:

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

selecting and using PPE

using tools and equipment

satisfying ventilation requirements for work area

using SDS for composite materials

handling and storing hazardous resins and chemicals

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of resins, chemicals and waste materials produced during fabrication process.

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:

fabricate two different vehicle composite components, in which the work must involve one air intake.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS), and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to fabricating vehicle composite material components, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

using tools and equipment

satisfying ventilation requirements for work area

using safety data sheets (SDS) for composite materials

handling and storing hazardous resins and chemicals

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of resins, chemicals and waste materials produced during fabrication process

types and features of composite materials

fabrication methods and techniques, including:

hand and machine operations

mixing and measuring composite materials

mould and plug usage

procedures for final inspection of fabricated composite components.

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 composite components that they have fabricated for vehicles, e.g. work 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

PPE required to fabricate composite components

SDS for composite materials

materials to fabricate composite components

two different vehicle composite components to be fabricated

tools, equipment and materials tools, equipment and materials appropriate for fabricating vehicle composite material components.

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
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Composite information is accessed and interpreted 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Composite materials and equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected and checked for serviceability 
Component surface area is measured and calculated to determine required quantities of gel coat, resins, catalyst and matting 
Work area with approved ventilation is checked for correct operation and faults are reported to authorised personnel 
Work is planned to identify methods to fabricate component, minimise waste, and use time efficiently 
Equipment and materials are set up and prepared for use 
Composite materials are mixed and applied according to manufacturer and equipment specifications to fabricate component 
Component is fabricated using composite materials according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle and equipment 
Fabricated component is checked against job specifications and workplace quality requirements 
Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace and customer specifications, and components are presented ready for use 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 
Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Composite information is accessed and interpreted 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Composite materials and equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected and checked for serviceability 
Component surface area is measured and calculated to determine required quantities of gel coat, resins, catalyst and matting 
Work area with approved ventilation is checked for correct operation and faults are reported to authorised personnel 
Work is planned to identify methods to fabricate component, minimise waste, and use time efficiently 
Equipment and materials are set up and prepared for use 
Composite materials are mixed and applied according to manufacturer and equipment specifications to fabricate component 
Component is fabricated using composite materials according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle and equipment 
Fabricated component is checked against job specifications and workplace quality requirements 
Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace and customer specifications, and components are presented ready for use 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 
Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 

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