Required skills

technical skills to

prepare heat treatment and engine component straightening tools

use workplace technology relating to reclaiming engine components including specialist reclamation tools and equipment measuring equipment and computerised technology

apply techniques to prevent and rectify distortion

sharpen shape and dress cutting and grinding tools

identify worn and damaged cutting and grinding tools

mount and position cutting and grinding tools

set machining parameters to achieve job requirements and maximise tool life

use appropriate and sufficient clamping and mounting of work piece

use coolant and lubricant correctly

measure to specified tolerances and dimensions

communication skills to

follow oral instructions

report deviations from specifications

interact with customers and team members

literacy skills to

read and interpret routine job instructions specifications drawings and standard operating procedures

identify and analyse technical information

understand quality procedures

numeracy skills to use mathematical ideas and techniques to

calculate time

assess tolerances

apply accurate measurements

calculate material requirements

establish quality checks

problemsolving skills to

locate interpret and apply workplace policies and procedures including manufacturer and component supplier procedures

identify and avoid planning and scheduling problems

prevent time and material wastage

organise work and plan processes

planning and organising skills to

make good use of time and resources

set priorities

monitor own performance

selfmanagement skills to

manage risks and hazards associated with

applying heat to engine components

operating cutting and grinding machinery

optimise workflow and productivity

Required knowledge

WHS regulations and requirements equipment material and personal safety requirements including personal protective equipment PPE for handling engine components and using specialised equipment such as

heating torches

ovens

presses

straightening tools

types characteristics uses and limitations of reclamation techniques

dangers of working with heating equipment

effects of heat on different metals and heating procedures

component straightening techniques

hardening and tempering techniques including

thermal stress relieving to stabilise crankshafts

applying tufftride and nitride

Australian standards relating to engine reconditioning

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge 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

communicate effectively with others involved in or affected by the work

select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

complete preparatory activity in a systematic manner

reclaim a range of engine components according to workplace manufacturer and component supplier requirements

complete the reclamation of a range of engine components within workplace timeframes

complete work without damage to tools and equipment or injury to persons

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 Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

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 should be made available for the assessment of this unit

appropriate worksite

crankshafts camshafts balance shafts and engine cylinder head assemblies

material relevant to reclaiming engine components

equipment and hand and power tools appropriate to reclaiming engine components

specifications and work instructions

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 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 its correct interpretation and application

Assessment must confirm that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

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 ethnicity age gender demographics and disability

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Workplace instructions may include:

Information may include:

Tools and measuring equipment may include:

WHS requirements may include:

Environmental requirements are to include:

Preparation may include:

Engine components may include:

Reclamation methods will include: