AURETR025 - Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles Competency Mapping Template
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AURETR025 Mapping and Delivery Guide Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
Version 1.0 Issue Date: April 2024
Qualification
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Unit of Competency
AURETR025 - Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to test, charge, replace, retest and secure a range of automotive batteries, including vehicle or machinery jump-starting procedures. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting and testing the battery to determine serviceability, charging, jump-starting, removing and replacing, and undertaking the final retesting of batteries, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The batteries 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 batteries that they have tested, charged, replaced and jump-started, 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 battery specifications
PPE for testing, charging, removing and replacing batteries and jump-starting vehicles and machinery, including safety glasses
two different types of serviceable batteries
two different vehicles or machinery requiring jump-starting
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for battery testing, charging and replacement, including:
load testing device
hydrometer
multimeter
jumper leads
battery charger
battery cleaning materials.
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, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicle
Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
Technical information for testing batteries and equipment safe operating procedures are accessed and interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
Element: Test battery and determine serviceability
Battery is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
Battery cables, terminals and case are visually inspected to determine faults or damage
Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
Battery and terminals are cleaned using correct equipment and battery cleaning materials
Battery voltage and load are checked to determine if battery requires charging, jump-starting or replacement
Element: Charge battery
Technical information for charging is interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
Tools and equipment for charging battery are identified, selected and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
Battery charge rate is determined and battery charger is connected to battery according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery is charged according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery charger is turned off and disconnected, and electrolyte levels are rechecked, according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements as required
Element: Carry out jump-start procedures
Jump-start is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle or machinery
Battery voltage is identified and confirmed as being appropriate to jump-start procedures and vehicle or machinery
Leads are connected and disconnected in correct sequence and polarity according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Element: Remove and replace battery
Appropriate power source memory back-up device is connected to ensure no loss of power to accessories as required
Battery terminals are disconnected according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery is removed from vehicle according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Replacement battery is chosen appropriate to electrical and physical specifications and measurements of vehicle or machinery
Battery is replaced and secured according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery terminals are reconnected and tightened according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Post-replacement testingis carried out to confirm battery charging system is operating to manufacturer specifications, 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, vessel or machinery is presented ready for use
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recycled 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, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicle
Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
Technical information for testing batteries and equipment safe operating procedures are accessed and interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
Element: Test battery and determine serviceability
Battery is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
Battery cables, terminals and case are visually inspected to determine faults or damage
Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
Battery and terminals are cleaned using correct equipment and battery cleaning materials
Battery voltage and load are checked to determine if battery requires charging, jump-starting or replacement
Element: Charge battery
Technical information for charging is interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
Tools and equipment for charging battery are identified, selected and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
Battery charge rate is determined and battery charger is connected to battery according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery is charged according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery charger is turned off and disconnected, and electrolyte levels are rechecked, according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements as required
Element: Carry out jump-start procedures
Jump-start is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle or machinery
Battery voltage is identified and confirmed as being appropriate to jump-start procedures and vehicle or machinery
Leads are connected and disconnected in correct sequence and polarity according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Element: Remove and replace battery
Appropriate power source memory back-up device is connected to ensure no loss of power to accessories as required
Battery terminals are disconnected according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery is removed from vehicle according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Replacement battery is chosen appropriate to electrical and physical specifications and measurements of vehicle or machinery
Battery is replaced and secured according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery terminals are reconnected and tightened according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Post-replacement testingis carried out to confirm battery charging system is operating to manufacturer specifications, 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, vessel or machinery is presented ready for use
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recycled 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, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicle
1.1 Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
1.2 Technical information for testing batteries and equipment safe operating procedures are accessed and interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
1.4 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Test battery and determine serviceability
2.1 Battery is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
2.2 Battery cables, terminals and case are visually inspected to determine faults or damage
2.3 Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
2.4 Battery and terminals are cleaned using correct equipment and battery cleaning materials
2.5 Battery voltage and load are checked to determine if battery requires charging, jump-starting or replacement
3. Charge battery
3.1 Technical information for charging is interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
3.2 Tools and equipment for charging battery are identified, selected and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
3.3 Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
3.4 Battery charge rate is determined and battery charger is connected to battery according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.5 Battery is charged according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.6 Battery charger is turned off and disconnected, and electrolyte levels are rechecked, according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements as required
4. Carry out jump-start procedures
4.1 Jump-start is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle or machinery
4.2 Battery voltage is identified and confirmed as being appropriate to jump-start procedures and vehicle or machinery
4.3 Leads are connected and disconnected in correct sequence and polarity according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5. Remove and replace battery
5.1 Appropriate power source memory back-up device is connected to ensure no loss of power to accessories as required
5.2 Battery terminals are disconnected according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5.3 Battery is removed from vehicle according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5.4 Replacement battery is chosen appropriate to electrical and physical specifications and measurements of vehicle or machinery
5.5 Battery is replaced and secured according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5.6 Battery terminals are reconnected and tightened according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5.7 Post-replacement testingis carried out to confirm battery charging system is operating to manufacturer specifications, any reported problems are resolved, and no other problems are present
6. Complete work processes
6.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle, vessel or machinery is presented ready for use
6.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recycled material is collected
6.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures
6.4 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 two different types of automotive batteries
charge two batteries, in which the work must involve:
slow or trickle charging one battery
rapid charging the second battery
remove and replace batteries from two different vehicles or machinery
jump-start two different vehicles or machinery.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to testing, charging and replacing batteries and jump-start vehicles, including procedures for:
safely operating:
battery testing equipment
battery charging equipment
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses
identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with:
battery, vehicle and machinery movement before carrying out work
wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring systems
environmental requirements, including procedures for:
following safety data sheets (SDS) to trap, store and dispose of toxic and corrosive substances
disposing of or recycling batteries
location and content of manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and SDS
types, application and operation of batteries, including:
lead acid batteries, including deep cycle batteries
gel batteries
absorbed glass mat batteries
calcium batteries
lithium ion and lithium ion phosphate batteries
battery connection methods for 6 volt, 12 volt, 24 volt and 48 volt, including:
series
parallel
series parallel
battery classification methods, including:
cold cranking amps (CCA)
reserve capacity (RC)
amp hour rating
battery testing procedures, including:
testing safety requirements
visual inspection procedures
voltage drop testing
hydrometer testing
high rate discharge testing
battery charging procedures, including:
charging safety requirements
slow, fast and trickle charging
battery memory retention
battery replacement procedures, including:
replacement safety requirements
terminal disconnection
battery selection
battery installation and terminal connection
securing battery in vehicle
system recalibration procedures
battery jump-start procedures, including:
vehicle and personnel safety requirements
battery terminal disconnection
jumper lead connection and disconnection.
Submission Requirements
List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here
Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:
(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)
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, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicle
1.1 Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions
1.2 Technical information for testing batteries and equipment safe operating procedures are accessed and interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
1.4 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Test battery and determine serviceability
2.1 Battery is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
2.2 Battery cables, terminals and case are visually inspected to determine faults or damage
2.3 Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
2.4 Battery and terminals are cleaned using correct equipment and battery cleaning materials
2.5 Battery voltage and load are checked to determine if battery requires charging, jump-starting or replacement
3. Charge battery
3.1 Technical information for charging is interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
3.2 Tools and equipment for charging battery are identified, selected and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
3.3 Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
3.4 Battery charge rate is determined and battery charger is connected to battery according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.5 Battery is charged according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.6 Battery charger is turned off and disconnected, and electrolyte levels are rechecked, according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements as required
4. Carry out jump-start procedures
4.1 Jump-start is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle or machinery
4.2 Battery voltage is identified and confirmed as being appropriate to jump-start procedures and vehicle or machinery
4.3 Leads are connected and disconnected in correct sequence and polarity according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5. Remove and replace battery
5.1 Appropriate power source memory back-up device is connected to ensure no loss of power to accessories as required
5.2 Battery terminals are disconnected according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5.3 Battery is removed from vehicle according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5.4 Replacement battery is chosen appropriate to electrical and physical specifications and measurements of vehicle or machinery
5.5 Battery is replaced and secured according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5.6 Battery terminals are reconnected and tightened according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
5.7 Post-replacement testingis carried out to confirm battery charging system is operating to manufacturer specifications, any reported problems are resolved, and no other problems are present
6. Complete work processes
6.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle, vessel or machinery is presented ready for use
6.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recycled material is collected
6.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures
6.4 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.
Tools, equipment and materials must include:
load testing devices
hydrometers
multimeters
jumper leads
battery chargers
battery cleaning materials.
Safety and environmental requirements must include:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for:
safely operating:
battery testing equipment
battery charging equipment
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses
identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with:
battery, vehicle and machinery movement before carrying out work
wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring systems
environmental requirements, including procedures for:
following SDS to trap, store and dispose of toxic and corrosive substances
disposing of or recycling batteries.
Determining battery charge rate must include:
calculating correct charge rate
calculating charging period for type and capacity of battery.
Choosing replacement battery must include:
determining battery specifications to suit vehicle or machinery manufacturer specifications, including correct:
voltage
CCA and RC ratings.
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
Technical information for testing batteries and equipment safe operating procedures are accessed and interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
Battery is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
Battery cables, terminals and case are visually inspected to determine faults or damage
Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
Battery and terminals are cleaned using correct equipment and battery cleaning materials
Battery voltage and load are checked to determine if battery requires charging, jump-starting or replacement
Technical information for charging is interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
Tools and equipment for charging battery are identified, selected and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
Battery charge rate is determined and battery charger is connected to battery according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery is charged according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery charger is turned off and disconnected, and electrolyte levels are rechecked, according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements as required
Jump-start is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle or machinery
Battery voltage is identified and confirmed as being appropriate to jump-start procedures and vehicle or machinery
Leads are connected and disconnected in correct sequence and polarity according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Appropriate power source memory back-up device is connected to ensure no loss of power to accessories as required
Battery terminals are disconnected according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery is removed from vehicle according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Replacement battery is chosen appropriate to electrical and physical specifications and measurements of vehicle or machinery
Battery is replaced and secured according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery terminals are reconnected and tightened according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Post-replacement testingis carried out to confirm battery charging system is operating to manufacturer specifications, any reported problems are resolved, and no other problems are present
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle, vessel or machinery is presented ready for use
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recycled 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
Technical information for testing batteries and equipment safe operating procedures are accessed and interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
Battery is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
Battery cables, terminals and case are visually inspected to determine faults or damage
Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
Battery and terminals are cleaned using correct equipment and battery cleaning materials
Battery voltage and load are checked to determine if battery requires charging, jump-starting or replacement
Technical information for charging is interpreted from vehicle or machinery and battery manufacturer specifications
Tools and equipment for charging battery are identified, selected and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
Electrolyte levels are checked and topped up as required
Battery charge rate is determined and battery charger is connected to battery according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery is charged according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery charger is turned off and disconnected, and electrolyte levels are rechecked, according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements as required
Jump-start is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle or machinery
Battery voltage is identified and confirmed as being appropriate to jump-start procedures and vehicle or machinery
Leads are connected and disconnected in correct sequence and polarity according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Appropriate power source memory back-up device is connected to ensure no loss of power to accessories as required
Battery terminals are disconnected according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery is removed from vehicle according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Replacement battery is chosen appropriate to electrical and physical specifications and measurements of vehicle or machinery
Battery is replaced and secured according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Battery terminals are reconnected and tightened according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Post-replacement testingis carried out to confirm battery charging system is operating to manufacturer specifications, any reported problems are resolved, and no other problems are present
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle, vessel or machinery is presented ready for use
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recycled 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
Forms
Assessment Cover Sheet
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