Required skills

communication skills to

clarify workplace instructions and determine job requirements

gain information from appropriate persons and assistance as required

initiative and enterprise skills to adapt to new and emerging situations in the workplace

learning skills to

identify sources of information assistance and expert knowledge to expand knowledge skills and understanding

participate in selfimprovement activities

literacy skills to

understand quality procedures

read and follow information on written job instructions specifications standard operating procedures charts lists drawings and other applicable reference documents

obtain and record measurements

document repairs and parts required

numeracy skills to interpret instruments gauges and other measuring equipment

planning and organising skills to

plan own work requirements and prioritise actions to achieve required outcomes and ensure tasks are completed on time

identify risk factors and take action to minimise risk

problemsolving skills to

determine the underlying causes of faults

recognise a workplace problem or a potential problem and take action

refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person and suggest possible causes

seek information and assistance as required to solve problems

selfmanagement skills to

select and use appropriate equipment materials processes and procedures

recognise limitations and seek timely advice

teamwork skills to apply knowledge of own role to complete activities efficiently to support team activities and tasks

technical skills to use workplace tools relating to the repair of light vehicle emission control systems including the use of

specialised tools and equipment

measuring equipment

technology skills to

operate diagnostic and test equipment

use technology to collect analyse and provide information

Required knowledge

WHS regulations requirements equipment and material and personal safety requirements relating to diagnosing and repairing light vehicle emission control systems

dangers of testing exhaust gases

legislation and regulatory requirements relating to light vehicle emission control systems

identification of motor vehicle emissions and their effects on the environment and health

operating principles of light vehicle emission control systems

application purpose and operation of light vehicle emission control systems including

effects of associated systems on vehicle emissions

testing procedures of light vehicle emission control systems

repair procedures of light vehicle emission control systems

postrepair testing procedures of light vehicle emission control systems

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria required Skills and Knowledge the 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

select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

complete preparatory activity in a systematic manner

diagnose and repair a range of light vehicle emission control systems

diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems according to workplace manufacturer and component supplier requirements

present vehicle in a condition that complies with workplace requirements

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 must be made available for the assessment of this unit

workplace location or simulated workplace

light vehicles with emission control faults relevant to the qualification being sought

equipment appropriate for the testing of light vehicle emission control systems

specifications and workplace instructions

tools appropriate for the repair replacement and adjustment of light vehicle emission control systems

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 instructions may include:

Job requirements may include:

Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements:

Procedures and information may include:

Light vehicle emission control systems may include:

Diagnostic testmay include:

Faults may include:

Repair options may include:

Post-repair testing may include: