Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AURHTY001 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Inspect and service mechanical connections of heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AURHTY001 - Inspect and service mechanical connections of heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service mechanical connections fitted to both heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the mechanical connections, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the connections, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The mechanical connections of heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles or mobile plant machinery.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 heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes that they have worked on, 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 mechanical connection specifications

two different heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes with mechanical connections requiring servicing

lubricating equipment for mechanical connections of heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for inspecting and servicing mechanical connections of heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Mechanical - Heavy Vehicle
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 inspect and service mechanical connection system
  • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • Servicing information relating to mechanical connections of heavy vehicle and trailer is sourced and interpreted
  • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
       
Element: Inspect mechanical connection system
  • Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications
  • Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
       
Element: Service mechanical connection system
  • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
  • Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Complete work processes
  • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle and trailer are 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 according to workplace procedures
  • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Prepare to inspect and service mechanical connection system
  • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • Servicing information relating to mechanical connections of heavy vehicle and trailer is sourced and interpreted
  • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
       
Element: Inspect mechanical connection system
  • Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications
  • Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
       
Element: Service mechanical connection system
  • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
  • Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Complete work processes
  • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle and trailer are 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 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 inspect and service mechanical connection system

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Servicing information relating to mechanical connections of heavy vehicle and trailer is sourced and interpreted

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. Inspect mechanical connection system

2.1 Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

2.2 Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications

2.3 Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments

3. Service mechanical connection system

3.1 Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems

3.2 Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle and trailer are 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 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 this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

inspect and service the mechanical connections of two different heavy vehicles and their trailers, including five of the following:

fifth wheel assembly

king pins and upper couplers

pintle hook and drawbar

landing gear systems

electrical connections

pneumatic connections.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to inspecting and servicing mechanical connections of heavy vehicles and trailers, including procedures for:

lifting and supporting heavy vehicles and trailers

safely manoeuvring heavy vehicles and trailers

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of lubricants released from mechanical connections

identification and function of mechanical connections of heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes, including:

fifth wheel assembly

king pins and upper couplers

pintle hook and drawbars

landing gear systems

electrical connections

pneumatic connections

types and applications of mechanical connection lubricants

inspection procedures for mechanical connections of heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes

service and adjustment procedures for mechanical connections of heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes

post-service testing procedures for mechanical connections of heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonnes.


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:

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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 inspect and service mechanical connection system

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Servicing information relating to mechanical connections of heavy vehicle and trailer is sourced and interpreted

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. Inspect mechanical connection system

2.1 Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

2.2 Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications

2.3 Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments

3. Service mechanical connection system

3.1 Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems

3.2 Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle and trailer are 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 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.

Mechanical connections of heavy vehicle and trailer must include:

fifth wheel systems

king pins

landing gear systems.

Safety requirements must include:

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

lifting and supporting heavy vehicles and trailers

safely manoeuvring heavy vehicles and trailers.

Service must include:

applying and replacing lubricant

undertaking adjustments and operational testing.

Environmental requirements must include:

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of lubricants released from mechanical connections.

Final inspection must include:

final check of heavy vehicle mechanical connection systems and components

checking heavy vehicle mechanical connection system operation during mobile or stationary tests.

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 from workplace instructions 
Servicing information relating to mechanical connections of heavy vehicle and trailer is sourced and interpreted 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability 
Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications 
Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments 
Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems 
Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle and trailer are 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 according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Servicing information relating to mechanical connections of heavy vehicle and trailer is sourced and interpreted 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability 
Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications 
Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments 
Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems 
Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle and trailer are 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 according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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