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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to install ancillary electronic system and components
   • Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
   • Manufacturer specifications and installation fitting instructions are sourced and interpreted
   • Installation options are considered and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Install and test ancillary electronic system and components
   • Electronic system and components are checked for correct application and damage
   • Electronic equipment is installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Programming code is sought and interpreted, as required, to enable installed equipment to communicate with vehicle or machinery controller area network
   • Installed system and components are tested for correct operation according to workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
   • Post-installation testing of other electrical and electronic systems is carried out according to workplace procedures to confirm correct operation, and any problems detected as having been introduced during the installation process are rectified
3. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle 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
4. Prepare to install ancillary electronic system and components
   • Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
   • Manufacturer specifications and installation fitting instructions are sourced and interpreted
   • Installation options are considered and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
5. Install and test ancillary electronic system and components
   • Electronic system and components are checked for correct application and damage
   • Electronic equipment is installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Programming code is sought and interpreted, as required, to enable installed equipment to communicate with vehicle or machinery controller area network
   • Installed system and components are tested for correct operation according to workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
   • Post-installation testing of other electrical and electronic systems is carried out according to workplace procedures to confirm correct operation, and any problems detected as having been introduced during the installation process are rectified
6. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle 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 requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: using specialised tools and equipment selecting and using appropriate 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.

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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 and performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

install two ancillary electronic systems and components that require communication with the vehicle or machinery controller area network data bus (CAN-bus) topography of different vehicles.

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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 ancillary electronic systems and components, including procedures for:

using specialised tools and equipment

selecting and using appropriate 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 and basic operation of common ancillary electronic systems and components, including:

driver interlocks, including alcohol interlock devices

remote keyless entry systems

security alarm systems

audio systems

mobile phones

speed alert systems

navigation systems

reverse parking aids, including sensors, audible alerts and cameras

driver gauges and instruments

trailer harness connectors

types of vehicle and machinery communication networks, including:

controller area network (CAN)

local interconnect network (LIN)

media oriented systems transport (MOST)

types of communication network wiring, including:

single wire

two wire twisted pair

shielded wire

procedures for installing basic ancillary electronic systems and components, including:

techniques for reading and interpreting technical information, wiring diagrams and graphic symbols

methods of determining wiring and connection type and size for system

methods of determining placement of components on vehicle or machinery

methods of connecting system and components to existing electrical system without causing damage or problems, including:

selecting and soldering wires

selecting and crimping terminals

removing and replacing connectors

removing and replacing existing electrical components

procedures for sourcing and using programming code to allow communication between installed system and existing vehicle or machinery systems

post-installation testing procedures of basic ancillary electronic systems and components, including procedures for checking:

full operation of installed system

operation of existing electrical and electronic systems.

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