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 describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. | Determine job requirements | 1.1. | Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) |
1.2. | Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times |
1.3. | Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs |
1.4. | Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions |
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2. | Troubleshoot electronic equipment | 2.1. | Determine the function of electronic equipment by reference to circuit diagrams, equipment manuals and/or consultation with equipment operator, where appropriate |
2.2. | Run equipment built-in test functions and record results, where appropriate |
2.3. | Note and record built-in faults/status display |
2.4. | Apply diagnostic techniques to locate faults in electronic equipment, including the use of specialist test equipment |
2.5. | Isolate and remove faulty card or sub-assembly from electronic system using appropriate tools and techniques |
2.6. | Source replacement item and replace in accordance with manufacturer specifications |
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3. | Return electronic equipment to service | 3.1. | Adjust/tune or calibrate electronic equipment for conformance to specifications, where appropriate |
3.2. | Test repaired equipment/sub-assemblies for compliance to specifications and/or manufacturer requirements |
3.3. | Complete all documentation requirements according to SOPs |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least two (2) occasions and include:
following work instructions, SOPs and safe work practices
identifying and interpreting circuit diagrams, specifications, schematics, maintenance records, drawings, supplier catalogues and obtaining relevant data with respect to troubleshooting analog/digital electronic equipment
locating, reading/recording and diagnosing built-in fault indicators and obtaining error code interpretation documents and run test functions and recording faults and/or equipment status indicated by built-in functions/display
applying diagnostic techniques in fault-finding electronic equipment down to sub-assembly and/or plug-in card level
isolating and removing faulty item and selecting replacement item from appropriate sources
adjusting/tuning and calibrating in accordance with specifications
verifying repaired electronic equipment for compliance to specifications
completing all documentation in accordance with SOPs.
Evidence required to demonstrate the required knowledge for this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:
safe work practices and procedures and use of PPE
function(s) and operational specifications of the electronic equipment/sub-assembly and electrical principles associated with electronic sub-assemblies
implications of electro-static discharge (ESD) upon the electronic equipment
procedures for running built-in test functions and recording identified faults
equipment and techniques to be used to test the electronic equipment, including the use of specialised test equipment
diagnostic techniques, including:
visual inspection
signal injection
half-split rule and component isolation
procedures for running built-in test functions and recording faults identified
errors indicated by built-in devices
procedures for isolating electronic equipment/sub-assemblies
tools and techniques to be used to remove/replace components from/into electronic equipment
procedures and techniques for adjusting/tuning and calibrating electronic equipment/sub-assemblies
test procedures and specifications for returning repaired equipment/sub-assemblies to service.
Assessors must:
have vocational competency in troubleshooting analog and digital electronic equipment at least to the level being assessed with relevant industry knowledge and experience.
satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 and comply with the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011 or equivalent legislation covering VET regulation in a non-referring State as the case requires.
Where possible assessment must occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment that reflects realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturer specifications.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.