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AURETR012 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Test and repair basic electrical circuits

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AURETR012 - Test and repair basic electrical circuits
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect, test and repair basic electrical circuits in vehicle and machinery electrical systems. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting and testing the circuit, repairing the circuit, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The basic electrical circuits include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, motorcycles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.

Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the basic electrical circuits they have tested and repaired, e.g. repair orders.

Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

The following resources must be made available:

automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace

workplace instructions

manufacturer electrical system specifications

vehicle or machinery with faults in the basic electrical circuits specified in the performance evidence

electrical test equipment to test basic electrical circuits and components

consumable materials relevant to repairing basic electrical circuits and components, including connectors, terminals, wire, electrical tape and heat shrink sleeving

electrical repair tools, equipment and materials relating to basic electrical circuits and components.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Electrical
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare to test basic electrical circuit
  • Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
  • Testing procedures and information are accessed and interpreted
  • Fault finding options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
  • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • Tools and electrical test equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
       
Element: Test circuit
  • Basic electrical circuit is checked to establish extent of failure or damage
  • Circuit is tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
  • Faults are identified from test results and causes of faults are determined
  • Findings are reported according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Repair and check circuit
  • Repair procedures and information are accessed and interpreted
  • Repair options are analysed and most appropriate option is selected
  • Repair tools and materials are selected according to job requirements
  • Circuit components are repaired and adjusted according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • Post-repair testing is carried out to confirm basic electrical circuit is operating correctly, any reported problems are resolved, and no other problems are present
       
Element: Complete work processes
  • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or machinery 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 and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures
  • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Prepare to test basic electrical circuit
  • Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
  • Testing procedures and information are accessed and interpreted
  • Fault finding options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
  • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • Tools and electrical test equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
       
Element: Test circuit
  • Basic electrical circuit is checked to establish extent of failure or damage
  • Circuit is tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
  • Faults are identified from test results and causes of faults are determined
  • Findings are reported according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Repair and check circuit
  • Repair procedures and information are accessed and interpreted
  • Repair options are analysed and most appropriate option is selected
  • Repair tools and materials are selected according to job requirements
  • Circuit components are repaired and adjusted according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • Post-repair testing is carried out to confirm basic electrical circuit is operating correctly, any reported problems are resolved, and no other problems are present
       
Element: Complete work processes
  • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or machinery 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 and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures
  • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare to test basic electrical circuit

1.1 Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions

1.2 Testing procedures and information are accessed and interpreted

1.3 Fault finding options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected

1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.5 Tools and electrical test equipment are selected and checked for serviceability

2. Test circuit

2.1 Basic electrical circuit is checked to establish extent of failure or damage

2.2 Circuit is tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems

2.3 Faults are identified from test results and causes of faults are determined

2.4 Findings are reported according to workplace procedures

3. Repair and check circuit

3.1 Repair procedures and information are accessed and interpreted

3.2 Repair options are analysed and most appropriate option is selected

3.3 Repair tools and materials are selected according to job requirements

3.4 Circuit components are repaired and adjusted according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

3.5 Post-repair testing is carried out to confirm basic electrical circuit is operating correctly, any reported problems are resolved, and no other problems are present

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or machinery is presented ready for use

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures

4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

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

test a basic electrical circuit, including:

one short circuit across an electrical resistive load

one open circuit before or after an electrical resistive load

one high resistance circuit before or after an electrical resistive load

current flow and voltage drop across an electrical resistive load

test for continuity in a basic wiring harness and visually check terminals in the wiring harness for moisture ingress and corrosion

carry out four different circuit repairs that include:

crimping various terminal sizes

soldering wire gauges to terminals

applying heat shrink insulation to crimped or soldered joints

replacing male and female terminals in a connector housing

performing terminal retention checks to replaced terminals.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to testing and repairing basic electrical circuits, including procedures for:

using specialised tools and equipment

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with wearing jewellery while working around electrical systems

electrical principles, including:

current, voltage, resistance and power

series circuits

parallel circuits

series parallel circuits

Ohm’s law

key features of basic electrical circuit components, including:

cable types and sizes and current carrying capacity

circuit protection devices

switches

relays

automotive globes

techniques for reading and interpreting technical information, including circuit types, diagrams and symbols

procedures for using and operating electrical test equipment, including:

digital multimeters

test lights suitable for circuit testing, including resistive and light emitting diode (LED)

test probes suitable for testing circuit continuity

fused test lead

procedures for checking, identifying and isolating faulty equipment

common types of faults, including:

open circuits

high resistance circuits

short circuits

damaged insulation

frayed wires

burnt wiring

water and moisture ingress

connector damage

terminal damage

testing procedures for electrical systems, including:

accessing electrical terminals and using test probes without damaging connectors, fuse holders or wiring

electrical measuring and testing procedures, including:

electrical resistance checks

open and short circuit tests

voltage drop tests

current flow tests

visual testing procedures, including:

component moisture ingress

connector damage

repair procedures for electrical circuits, including:

wire soldering procedures

terminal crimping procedures

replacing male and female terminals in a connector housing

connector removal and replacement procedures

basic electrical components removal and replacement procedures

post-repair testing procedures, including:

confirming that electrical system is operating to manufacturer specifications

confirming that no other problems are present as a result of the repair.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare to test basic electrical circuit

1.1 Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions

1.2 Testing procedures and information are accessed and interpreted

1.3 Fault finding options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected

1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.5 Tools and electrical test equipment are selected and checked for serviceability

2. Test circuit

2.1 Basic electrical circuit is checked to establish extent of failure or damage

2.2 Circuit is tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems

2.3 Faults are identified from test results and causes of faults are determined

2.4 Findings are reported according to workplace procedures

3. Repair and check circuit

3.1 Repair procedures and information are accessed and interpreted

3.2 Repair options are analysed and most appropriate option is selected

3.3 Repair tools and materials are selected according to job requirements

3.4 Circuit components are repaired and adjusted according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

3.5 Post-repair testing is carried out to confirm basic electrical circuit is operating correctly, any reported problems are resolved, and no other problems are present

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or machinery is presented ready for use

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures

4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

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 requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for:

using specialised tools and equipment

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with wearing jewellery while working around electrical systems.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions 
Testing procedures and information are accessed and interpreted 
Fault finding options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Tools and electrical test equipment are selected and checked for serviceability 
Basic electrical circuit is checked to establish extent of failure or damage 
Circuit is tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems 
Faults are identified from test results and causes of faults are determined 
Findings are reported according to workplace procedures 
Repair procedures and information are accessed and interpreted 
Repair options are analysed and most appropriate option is selected 
Repair tools and materials are selected according to job requirements 
Circuit components are repaired and adjusted according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Post-repair testing is carried out to confirm basic electrical circuit is operating correctly, any reported problems are resolved, and no other problems are present 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or machinery 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 and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 
Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions 
Testing procedures and information are accessed and interpreted 
Fault finding options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Tools and electrical test equipment are selected and checked for serviceability 
Basic electrical circuit is checked to establish extent of failure or damage 
Circuit is tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems 
Faults are identified from test results and causes of faults are determined 
Findings are reported according to workplace procedures 
Repair procedures and information are accessed and interpreted 
Repair options are analysed and most appropriate option is selected 
Repair tools and materials are selected according to job requirements 
Circuit components are repaired and adjusted according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Post-repair testing is carried out to confirm basic electrical circuit is operating correctly, any reported problems are resolved, and no other problems are present 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or machinery 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 and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 

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