Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in

reading interpreting and following information on written job instructions specifications standard operating procedures charts lists drawings and other applicable reference documents

planning and sequencing operations

checking and clarifying taskrelated information

problem solving

checking for conformance to specifications

using tools and equipment to conduct performance and fault finding tests

undertaking root cause analysis

undertaking calculations and numerical operations within the scope of this unit

using computer

using information management systems

making recommendations for rectifying faults

implementing and reviewing rectification strategy

documenting findings and outcomes

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of

hazards and control measures associated with conducting tests and fault finding across equipment including housekeeping

safe work practices and procedures

tests to be conducted to diagnose faults at equipment and component level

sources of information available to assist in fault finding

uses and parameters of information management systems

required rectification for equipment faults

practices and procedures in root cause analysis

equipment performance specifications

documentation requirements

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to undertake advanced equipment testing and diagnostics Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria including required knowledge and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed on the job off the job or a combination of both on and off the job Where assessment occurs off the job that is the candidate is not in productive work then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety quality communication materials handling recording and reporting associated with advanced equipment testing and diagnostics or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit

Method of assessment

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid sufficient current and authentic Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation supervisors reports project work samples and questioning Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency The candidate must have access to all tools equipment materials and documentation required The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures product and manufacturing specifications codes standards manuals and reference materials

Guidance information for assessment

Mobile plant and equipment

Job related information

Accessed

Previous records

Hazards

Information management systems include

Test equipment

Performance tests

Rectification strategy