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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for work
  2. Perform HV battery analysis
  3. Complete service operations

Required Skills

Required skills

technical skills to

use workplace technology relating to testing HV batteries in HEVs

complete tests and measurements to determine serviceability of batteries

use specialist tools

use computerised measuring and diagnostic equipment

report and record results

literacy skills to collect organise and understand information relating to work requirements plans and safety procedures for HV battery testing

communication skills to

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications

interpret and apply common industry terminology

coordinate work with site supervisor other workers and customers

report work outcomes and problems

problemsolving skills to

interpret technical information and specifications

interpret test results

identify repair options

selfmanagement skills to

obtain information on HV battery testing procedures

manage risks and hazards associated with low voltage LV and HV HEV electrical systems and components

obtain equipment and material to avoid backtracking or workflow interruptions

use cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity

Required knowledge

components of HV HEVs and their functions

principles of electricity including

alternating current AC

direct current DC

relevant WHS requirements relating to

safe work practices

electrical safety

applicable commonwealth state or territory legislation regulations standards and codes of practice and environmental regulations relating to the testing of HEV HV batteries in the automotive workplace

vehiclespecific electrical requirements

workplace policies and procedures including quality recording and reporting procedures relating to the testing of HEV HV batteries in the automotive workplace

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to

observe safety procedures and requirements

communicate effectively with others involved in or affected by the work

select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

complete preparatory activity in a systematic manner

test HV batteries in HEVs according to requirements

complete relevant documentation for recording HEV battery test results

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting

Assessment is to occur

using standard workplace practices and procedures

following safety requirements

applying environmental constraints

Assessment is to comply with relevant

regulatory requirements

Australian standards

industry codes of practice

Competency is to be assessed using an HEV that uses HV and LV ACDC electrical systems Where simulation is used an operational HEV must be included in the simulation

The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit

appropriate PPE

an HEV

manufacturer specifications for the HEV

testing equipment

full range of essential tools and equipment

workplace documentation

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts together with the application of required skills and knowledge

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role

Where applicable reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed


Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Procedures and information may include:

Australian standards

diagrams and sketches

engineer design specifications and instructions

industry codes of practice

original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications

verbal, written and graphical instructions issued by authorised internal and external persons

workplace specifications and requirements.

WHS requirements may include:

applying electrical safety precautions, such as:

“one hand rule”

live system warning tags or signs

electrical protective equipment, such as:

electrical safety gloves 1000V

HV insulating mats (Australian standards rated)

eliminating hazards and hazardous materials and substances

following emergency procedures, such as:

emergency shutdown and stopping of equipment

extinguishing fires

workplace first aid requirements

site evacuation

personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing

workplace environment and safety equipment.

Testing equipment may include:

AC/DC current clamp

battery management system (BMS) diagnostic equipment

diagnostic scanner or computer interface device

insulated hand tools

multimeter CAT 3 1000V

oscilloscope

thermal imaging equipment or non-contact thermometer.

Workplace requirements may include:

industry codes of practice

manufacturer specifications

quality policies and procedures

safe work procedures

sustainability, environment, equal opportunity and anti-discrimination policies and procedures

workplace recording and reporting procedures.