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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Select and use electrical test equipment
   • Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
   • Electrical test equipment is identified and selected to meet job requirements
   • Electrical test equipment is checked and calibrated according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the work is selected and checked before use
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Electrical test equipment is used according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements
   • Electrical circuits are tested according to workplace procedures and without causing damage to systems and components
2. Service, maintain and store electrical test equipment
   • Electrical test equipment is serviced, calibrated and maintained within scope of responsibility according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Calibration inspection schedules and procedures are determined to ensure reliable and accurate operation
   • Damaged, faulty or inaccurate electrical test equipment is tagged and isolated for repair or replacement, and reported according to workplace procedures
3. Complete work processes
   • Electrical test equipment is cleaned, checked and stored ready for use according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
4. Select and use electrical test equipment
   • Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
   • Electrical test equipment is identified and selected to meet job requirements
   • Electrical test equipment is checked and calibrated according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the work is selected and checked before use
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Electrical test equipment is used according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements
   • Electrical circuits are tested according to workplace procedures and without causing damage to systems and components
5. Service, maintain and store electrical test equipment
   • Electrical test equipment is serviced, calibrated and maintained within scope of responsibility according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Calibration inspection schedules and procedures are determined to ensure reliable and accurate operation
   • Damaged, faulty or inaccurate electrical test equipment is tagged and isolated for repair or replacement, and reported according to workplace procedures
6. Complete work processes
   • Electrical test equipment is cleaned, checked and stored ready for use 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 requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: selecting and using PPE identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with: working on high voltage ignition systems wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring systems.

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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 the unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

use a test lamp to check for continuity, voltage supply and earth return in a basic electrical circuit

use a multimeter to measure:

voltage, current and resistance in a basic electrical circuit

continuity between a control unit and sensor

voltage drop across an electrical resistive load

use an inductive clamp to measure current flowing in a vehicle starting system

gain the oscilloscope waveforms of two of the following engine sensors or actuator:

camshaft

crankshaft

knock

fuel injector

service, maintain and store three different pieces of electrical test equipment

identify and tag one faulty piece of electrical test equipment.

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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 using and maintaining electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with:

working on high voltage ignition systems

wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring systems

types, characteristics, uses, limitations and calibrating requirements of automotive electrical test equipment, including:

test lights, including resistive and light emitting diode (LED)

continuity testers

test probes, including those for testing voltage positive and negative status

voltmeters, ammeters and ohmmeters

digital multimeters

circuit load testers, including alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) clamp testers

oscilloscopes

databus test instruments

testing electrical systems, including procedures for:

accessing electrical terminals and using test probes without damaging connectors, fuse holders or wiring

selecting test equipment

checking resistance, current flow and voltage drop of system circuits

location and content of workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications, including:

basic maintenance procedures for automotive electrical test equipment

procedures for checking, identifying and isolating faulty equipment.

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