AURLTD001 - Select and install performance enhanced suspension system products Competency Mapping Template

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

AURLTD001 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Select and install performance enhanced suspension system products

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024

Qualification	-	Unit of Competency	AURLTD001 - Select and install performance enhanced suspension system products
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application	This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select, install and adjust products to suit a customerâ€™s suspension system modification requirements.It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The suspension systems are those of four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicles, light vehicles, light commercial vehicles or motor sport vehicles.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 performance enhanced suspension system products that they have selected and installed, 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 workplace or simulated workplace workplace instructions manufacturer vehicle and suspension product specifications ADRs two vehicles requiring the installation of performance enhanced suspension system products tools, equipment and materials appropriate for selecting and installing performance enhanced suspension system products.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field	Mechanical - Light 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: Identify customer requirements and assess their practicality and safety compliance	Purpose of proposed modifications is established and confirmed Practicality of customer requirements is assessed and discussed with appropriate personnel Proposed modifications are assessed in relation to safety and Australian Design Rules (ADR) compliance Project parameters, including cost and timeframe considerations, are discussed and confirmed Vehicle is road tested to ensure proposed modifications are relevant and vehicle condition is appropriate to safely incorporate performance enhanced suspension products Written quote is prepared to be authorised by customer according to workplace procedures
Element: Prepare for modification	Required suspension system components are sourced and ordered Service information is accessed and interpreted prior to commencing removal procedures Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
Element: Fit components and make suspension system adjustments	Original components are removed and stored according to customer requirements, workplace disposal procedures and safety requirements New components are inspected before installation to confirm serviceability New components are installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements Fluids and lubricants are added to components according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures Suspension system adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Element: Road test vehicle and make final adjustments	Vehicle is road tested to ensure compliance with project intent Suspension system is inspected to confirm it is free of leaks and other malfunctions Final adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Element: Complete work processes	Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle 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 according to workplace procedures Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
Element: Identify customer requirements and assess their practicality and safety compliance	Purpose of proposed modifications is established and confirmed Practicality of customer requirements is assessed and discussed with appropriate personnel Proposed modifications are assessed in relation to safety and Australian Design Rules (ADR) compliance Project parameters, including cost and timeframe considerations, are discussed and confirmed Vehicle is road tested to ensure proposed modifications are relevant and vehicle condition is appropriate to safely incorporate performance enhanced suspension products Written quote is prepared to be authorised by customer according to workplace procedures
Element: Prepare for modification	Required suspension system components are sourced and ordered Service information is accessed and interpreted prior to commencing removal procedures Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
Element: Fit components and make suspension system adjustments	Original components are removed and stored according to customer requirements, workplace disposal procedures and safety requirements New components are inspected before installation to confirm serviceability New components are installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements Fluids and lubricants are added to components according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures Suspension system adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Element: Road test vehicle and make final adjustments	Vehicle is road tested to ensure compliance with project intent Suspension system is inspected to confirm it is free of leaks and other malfunctions Final adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Element: Complete work processes	Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle 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 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. Identify customer requirements and assess their practicality and safety compliance

1.1 Purpose of proposed modifications is established and confirmed

1.2 Practicality of customer requirements is assessed and discussed with appropriate personnel

1.3 Proposed modifications are assessed in relation to safety and Australian Design Rules (ADR) compliance

1.4 Project parameters, including cost and timeframe considerations, are discussed and confirmed

1.5 Vehicle is road tested to ensure proposed modifications are relevant and vehicle condition is appropriate to safely incorporate performance enhanced suspension products

1.6 Written quote is prepared to be authorised by customer according to workplace procedures

2. Prepare for modification

2.1 Required suspension system components are sourced and ordered

2.2 Service information is accessed and interpreted prior to commencing removal procedures

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

2.4 Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability

3. Fit components and make suspension system adjustments

3.1 Original components are removed and stored according to customer requirements, workplace disposal procedures and safety requirements

3.2 New components are inspected before installation to confirm serviceability

3.3 New components are installed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

3.4 Fluids and lubricants are added to components according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

3.5 Suspension system adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

4. Road test vehicle and make final adjustments

4.1 Vehicle is road tested to ensure compliance with project intent

4.2 Suspension system is inspected to confirm it is free of leaks and other malfunctions

4.3 Final adjustments are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

5. Complete work processes

5.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use

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

5.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures

5.4 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 unitâ€™s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

select and fit performance enhanced suspension systems on two different vehicles, in which the work must involve two of the following:

suspension coil springs with modified spring rates

modified shock absorbers and struts

modified sway bars

modified suspension bushes

modified torsion bars.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to selecting and installing performance enhanced suspension system products, including procedures for managing stored energy in springs and torsion bars

operating principles of suspension systems, including:

rigid and independent suspensions

sprung and unsprung mass

ride and curb height

application, purpose and operation of performance enhanced suspension system products, including:

shock absorbers

coil springs, torsion bars and leaf springs

adjustable coil-overs

rubber and urethane bushings

sway bars and sway bar links

strut mounts

tower bars

procedures for removing suspension system components

requirements of Australian Design Rules (ADRs) relating to suspension systems

procedures for fitting and adjusting performance enhanced suspension system components

procedures for operating equipment to test suspension systems, including shock absorber testers

suspension system road testing principles and procedures.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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