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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to solder electrical wiring and circuits
   • Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
   • Technical procedures and information are accessed and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Prepare components, circuits and wiring for soldering
   • Materials and components to be joined are selected and prepared according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
   • Solder and flux type are identified and prepared
   • Soldering equipment is cleaned and prepared ready for use
3. Carry out soldering of components, circuits and wiring
   • Soldering is carried out according to workplace quality expectations, and without causing damage to vehicle, components, electrical circuits and system wiring
   • Soldered connection is inspected visually and checked to ensure effectiveness
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle, vessel or machinery is presented ready for use
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
   • Tools and equipment are checked and stored and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
5. Prepare to solder electrical wiring and circuits
   • Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
   • Technical procedures and information are accessed and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
6. Prepare components, circuits and wiring for soldering
   • Materials and components to be joined are selected and prepared according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
   • Solder and flux type are identified and prepared
   • Soldering equipment is cleaned and prepared ready for use
7. Carry out soldering of components, circuits and wiring
   • Soldering is carried out according to workplace quality expectations, and without causing damage to vehicle, components, electrical circuits and system wiring
   • Soldered connection is inspected visually and checked to ensure effectiveness
8. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle, vessel or machinery is presented ready for use
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
   • Tools and equipment are checked and stored and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated 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: using safety data sheets (SDS) selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE) safely handling materials during solder process safely operating soldering equipment identifying and using firefighting and first aid equipment environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of material released during soldering process.

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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:

solder the wiring of six different electrical components, in which the work must involve:

different sized gauge wires

electrical terminals

resin core solder

heat shrink sleeving.

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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 soldering electrical wiring and circuits, including procedures for:

using safety data sheets (SDS)

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

safely handling materials during solder process

safely operating soldering equipment

identifying and using firefighting and first aid equipment

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of material released during soldering process

location and content of workplace preparation and soldering procedures, SDS and manufacturer specifications

procedures for preparing to solder electrical wiring and circuits, including:

preparing and cleaning components to be soldered, including selecting appropriate cleaning solutions

methods of holding components to be soldered

soldering fluxes and their application

resin core solder types, diameter and application

types and applications of soldering irons

procedures for soldering electrical wiring and circuits, including:

applying heat and solder to the parts to be joined

allowing cooling without movement

work completion procedures for soldering electrical wiring and circuits, including procedures for final visual inspection of soldered connections, including:

manufacturer and workplace specifications for acceptable soldering standard

post-soldering insulation, including heat shrink sleeving and application of electrical tape.

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