Required skills

technical skills to

identify types of automotive electrical test equipment

select test equipment appropriate to the task

use test equipment safely

identify and analyse technical information

identify test equipment defects

store equipment according to manufacturer specifications and standard operating procedures

communication skills to

follow written and verbal instructions

communicate basic information relating to the safe use of electrical test equipment

literacy skills to

read and follow basic vehicle repair information and electrical test equipment instruction manuals

read and follow information on standard operating procedures

numeracy skills to interpret numbers as a measure of electrical power or resistance

planning and organising skills to

identify risk factors to minimise risk to self and others

contribute to activities that implement and follow standard workplace procedures

problemsolving skills to

recognise a workplace problem or potential problem

refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person

identify defects and potential problems with electrical test equipment

selfmanagement skills to

locate and identify electrical test equipment appropriate to the task

recognise limitations and seek timely advice

follow basic workplace documentation such as operating procedures

teamwork skills to

work with others and in a team by cooperating with team members

apply knowledge of own role to support workplace activities and tasks

technology skills to use workplace technology to assist with work practices

Required knowledge

WHS regulations requirements equipment and material relating to automotive electrical test equipment including

personal safety requirements

test equipment safety and operating procedures

test equipment selection procedures

basic maintenance procedures for automotive electrical test equipment

types characteristics uses and limitations of automotive electrical test equipment

work organisation and planning processes relating to automotive electrical test equipment

workplace policies and procedures relating to diagnosing electrical faults on vehicles

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

select and safely use personal protective equipment

select and safely use automotive electrical test equipment

undertake basic maintenance and storage of electrical test equipment within scope of own responsibility

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

The following resources should be made available

vehicles and electrical components that can be used to simulate conditions that require use of electrical test equipment and diagnosis of system condition or fault

materials and equipment relevant to the use and maintenance of automotive electrical test equipment

materials and equipment relevant to the secure storage of automotive electrical test equipment

specifications and work instructions

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

Workplace health and safety requirements:

Electrical test equipment may include:

Workplace requirements may include:

Inappropriate testing procedures may include:

Safe operating procedures may include:

Maintenance methods may include: