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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to install engine, controls and instruments
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Installation procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
   • Installation options are analysed 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 engine
   • Engine, controls and instruments are checked for correct application and any damage
   • Engine assembly is installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Installed engine is tested for correct operation and required adjustments are made according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3. Install engine controls
   • Engine controls are installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Installed controls are tested for correct operation and required adjustments are made according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
4. Install engine instruments and commission engine, controls and instruments
   • Engine instruments are installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Installed engine instruments are tested for correct operation and required adjustments are made according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • Final adjustments are made and engine, controls and instruments are re-tested in normal operating conditions
5. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vessel 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 according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
6. Prepare to install engine, controls and instruments
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Installation procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
   • Installation options are analysed 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
7. Install engine
   • Engine, controls and instruments are checked for correct application and any damage
   • Engine assembly is installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Installed engine is tested for correct operation and required adjustments are made according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
8. Install engine controls
   • Engine controls are installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Installed controls are tested for correct operation and required adjustments are made according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
9. Install engine instruments and commission engine, controls and instruments
   • Engine instruments are installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Installed engine instruments are tested for correct operation and required adjustments are made according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • Final adjustments are made and engine, controls and instruments are re-tested in normal operating conditions
10. Complete work processes
    • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vessel 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 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 lifting and supporting procedures for marine engines environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from engines.

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Performance Evidence

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

install and test prior to placing in service:

three different marine engines

the marine engine controls of the above engines

the marine instruments of the above engines.

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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 marine engines, controls and instrumentation, including lifting and supporting procedures for marine engines

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from engines

construction and operating principles of inboard and outboard engines, controls and instruments

procedures for installing inboard engines, controls and instruments into vessels, including:

assessing engine bed dimensions, strength and material to suit engine size and power

measuring engine position and determining propeller or input shaft alignment

evaluating transom to ensure it suits engine manufacturer requirements, including:

measuring transom thickness, parallelism, angle and surface flatness

assessing transom condition

cutting and sealing transom cut-out to suit stern drive application

sealing transom plate to transom

positioning, aligning and fastening front engine mounts

lifting, supporting and manoeuvring engine

checking and adjusting final alignment of engine

procedures for installing outboard engine, controls and instruments to vessels, including:

ensuring engine meets vessel specifications

determining engine position according to centre line and height

sealing transoms

procedures for testing the installation of inboard and outboard engines, controls and instruments in vessels, including checking for water leaks, fuel and oil leaks

commissioning procedures for inboard and outboard engines, controls and instruments, including testing vessels under normal operating conditions.

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