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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to install electronic gear shifting components
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Electronic gear shifter fitting instructions and specifications are sourced and interpreted
   • Electronic gear shifting unit is identified and selected
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned and procedures are determined to minimise waste and use time efficiently
2. Install electronic gear shifting components
   • Electronic gear shifting components are identified and checked for damage or missing parts according to manufacturer specifications and parts lists
   • Replacement options and techniques are identified and confirmed
   • Electric cables are installed according to fitting instructions, workplace procedures,and safety and environmental requirements
   • Electronic front junction control boxes and battery are installed according to component manufacturer specifications
   • Handle bar brake levers and shifters are fitted and electric cables connected using manufacturer specialist tools
   • Front and rear derailleurs are fitted and electric cables connected using manufacturer specialist tools
   • Electric cables are secured according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
3. Adjust electronic rear derailleur gear shifting components
   • Control device on junction box is activated to allow adjustments to be made
   • Chain is positioned on front and rear gear rings according to manufacturer specifications
   • Rear derailleur adjustment controls are operated until chain runs smoothly
   • Control device on junction box is returned to operational shift mode according to manufacturer specifications
   • Rear derailleur operation is checked to ensure it operates according to manufacturer specifications
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and bicycle is 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
5. Prepare to install electronic gear shifting components
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Electronic gear shifter fitting instructions and specifications are sourced and interpreted
   • Electronic gear shifting unit is identified and selected
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned and procedures are determined to minimise waste and use time efficiently
6. Install electronic gear shifting components
   • Electronic gear shifting components are identified and checked for damage or missing parts according to manufacturer specifications and parts lists
   • Replacement options and techniques are identified and confirmed
   • Electric cables are installed according to fitting instructions, workplace procedures,and safety and environmental requirements
   • Electronic front junction control boxes and battery are installed according to component manufacturer specifications
   • Handle bar brake levers and shifters are fitted and electric cables connected using manufacturer specialist tools
   • Front and rear derailleurs are fitted and electric cables connected using manufacturer specialist tools
   • Electric cables are secured according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
7. Adjust electronic rear derailleur gear shifting components
   • Control device on junction box is activated to allow adjustments to be made
   • Chain is positioned on front and rear gear rings according to manufacturer specifications
   • Rear derailleur adjustment controls are operated until chain runs smoothly
   • Control device on junction box is returned to operational shift mode according to manufacturer specifications
   • Rear derailleur operation is checked to ensure it operates according to manufacturer specifications
8. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and bicycle is 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

Range Statement

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: manually handling bicycles and gear shifters identifying workplace hazards using tools and equipment, including PPE environmental requirements, including procedures for disposing of waste materials.

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Performance Evidence

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:

install and adjust electronic gear shifting components on two different bicycles.

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Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to installing and adjusting bicycle electronic gear shifters, including procedures for:

manually handling bicycles and gear shifters

identifying workplace hazards

using tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE)

environmental requirements, including procedures for disposing of waste materials

key bicycle terminology relating to electronic gear shifting components

purpose and features of bicycle electronic gear shifting systems

principles of electronic gear shifting operation

types and use of tools and equipment used to install and adjust bicycle electronic gear shifters

techniques and processes for installing and adjusting bicycle electronic gear shifting components, including:

identification of bicycle electronic gear shifter components, materials and specifications

fault and damage identification

measuring techniques

electronic gear shifter adjustment techniques

electronic gear shifter testing procedures

methods of protecting bicycles from damage when installing and adjusting bicycle electronic gear shifting components.

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