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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Identify and confirm the work requirement
   • Objective of the analysis and evaluation is determined from workplace instructions
   • Specifications for light marine engine and powerhead system are sourced and interpreted
   • System faults, deficiencies or discrepancies are identified and confirmed
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
2. Prepare for analysis and evaluation
   • Evaluation criteria are developed or adopted to meet the objective of the analysis and evaluation
   • Analytical and evaluative methodology is developed or identified from technical information
   • Testing equipment is prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Tools and materials required to support the diagnostic procedure are identified, selected and prepared for use
   • Engine and power head system and components are prepared for the diagnostic process
3. Carry out failure analysis
   • Selected analytical and evaluative methodology is followed according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Tests are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Analytical and other diagnostic findings are verified, as required, by using reliable alternative or optional processes
   • Analytical findings and results are assessed against evaluation criteria
   • Valid conclusions are drawn from available evidence and documented according to workplace requirements
4. Make recommendations
   • Options for responding to the objective are determined from further research of technical support information
   • Rectification method is selected from an analysis of the options, operating conditions, regulatory requirements, Australian Design Rules, and financial implications
   • Report is prepared specifying analysis and evaluation process, and detailing and justifying rectification method or variation to the rectification method
5. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations
   • 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. Identify and confirm the work requirement
   • Objective of the analysis and evaluation is determined from workplace instructions
   • Specifications for light marine engine and powerhead system are sourced and interpreted
   • System faults, deficiencies or discrepancies are identified and confirmed
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
7. Prepare for analysis and evaluation
   • Evaluation criteria are developed or adopted to meet the objective of the analysis and evaluation
   • Analytical and evaluative methodology is developed or identified from technical information
   • Testing equipment is prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Tools and materials required to support the diagnostic procedure are identified, selected and prepared for use
   • Engine and power head system and components are prepared for the diagnostic process
8. Carry out failure analysis
   • Selected analytical and evaluative methodology is followed according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Tests are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Analytical and other diagnostic findings are verified, as required, by using reliable alternative or optional processes
   • Analytical findings and results are assessed against evaluation criteria
   • Valid conclusions are drawn from available evidence and documented according to workplace requirements
9. Make recommendations
   • Options for responding to the objective are determined from further research of technical support information
   • Rectification method is selected from an analysis of the options, operating conditions, regulatory requirements, Australian Design Rules, and financial implications
   • Report is prepared specifying analysis and evaluation process, and detailing and justifying rectification method or variation to the rectification method
10. Complete work processes
    • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations
    • 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 procedures for: lifting and supporting engines running engines, including working with: exhaust fumes rotating shafts environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from engine and power head systems.
Analytical and evaluative methodology must include:	diagnostic process, sequence, tests and testing equipment.

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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:

analyse and evaluate a fault in the engine and power head systems of three different light marine vessels, including:

a fault in one inboard engine system

a fault in one outboard engine system.

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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 analysing and evaluating faults in light marine engine and power head systems, including procedures for:

lifting and supporting engines

running engines, including working with:

exhaust fumes

rotating shafts

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from engine and power head systems

principles and processes involved in planning and implementing analysis and evaluation of engine and power head systems

design and planning of diagnostic procedures of light marine engine and powerhead systems

design, manufacture, operation and limitations of light marine engine and power head systems and components, including:

two-stroke and four-stroke petrol engines

diesel engines

vessel systems and their impact on engine operation, including:

ignition systems

intake and exhaust systems

lubrication systems

cooling systems

engine mounting systems

testing procedures for light marine engine and powerhead systems, including:

non-destructive testing (NDT)

engine performance and maximum speed

full load water testing

types, functions, operation and limitations of diagnostic testing equipment required to analyse and evaluate faults in light marine engine and power head systems

procedures for documenting and reporting the analysis and evaluation process

requirements of Australian Design Rules (ADRs) relating to light marine engine and power head systems.

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