• MEM18056B - Diagnose and repair analog equipment and components

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MEM18056B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Diagnose and repair analog equipment and components

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MEM18056B - Diagnose and repair analog equipment and components
Description This unit covers locating faults in analogue electronic equipment or sub-assemblies, and replacing faulty components.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to electronic systems or equipment including amplifiers, analogue hardware, communication, consumer audio/video, electronic appliances, scanning systems, security/fire systems, power supplies and test equipment etc.All specifications and procedures are gained from schematics, circuit drawings, engineering data sheets or manufacturers' handbooks.Unit MEM05002B (Perform high reliability soldering and desoldering) must also be selected if soldering of components is required to advanced or military specifications, where the reliability of electrical connections is critical, or where surface mounted devices are being soldered/de-soldered. Where termination of cables is involved, Unit MEM10002B (Terminate and connect electrical wiring) and/or Unit MEM18063B (Terminate signal and data cables) must also be selected.Band:This unit has dual status and is to be regarded as both a Specialisation band A unit and Specialisation band B unit for progression to C7 (AQF level IV).Unit Weight: 10
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Path 1MEM05001B Perform manual soldering/desoldering - electrical/electronic components MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing MEM12004B Perform precision electrical/electronic measurement MEM18001C Use hand tools MEM18057B Maintain/service analog/digital electronic equipment
Competency Field Maintenance and diagnostics
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Locate fault in electronic system/sub-assembly
  • System/sub-assembly functions and principles are determined with reference to equipment manuals, circuit diagrams etc.
  • Built-in test functions are run and fault indicator error codes and appropriate maintenance records are checked and reviewed.
  • Fault symptoms are reproduced, where appropriate, and verified using appropriate fault finding techniques.
  • Where appropriate, faulty sub-assembly is isolated and removed from electronic system using correct and appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Sub-assembly is checked and tested using correct and appropriate test equipment and fault finding techniques.
  • Faulty component/s are identified and/or fault cause is isolated.
       
Element: Repair/replace faulty components
  • Faulty component is removed, where required, using correct and appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Faulty component is repaired/replaced in accordance with manufacturers' recommended procedures or to standard operating procedures.
  • Repaired/replacement components are fitted in accordance with manufacturers' recommended procedure or to standard operating procedures using correct and appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Where appropriate, repaired sub-assembly is refitted to electronic system using correct and appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Systems/sub-assembly is checked and tested for correct operational compliance with specifications utilising correct and appropriate test procedures and equipment.
       


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.

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 diagnose and repair analog equipment and components. 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 diagnosing and repairing analog equipment and components, 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, supervisor's 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


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

obtaining and following relevant circuit diagrams, manuals, specifications, schematics, maintenance records, supplier catalogues, etc.

locating, reading/recording and diagnosing built-in fault indicators

obtaining error code interpretation documents

running test functions and recording faults and/or equipment status indicated by built-in test functions/displays

checking electronic equipment/sub-assemblies, components, connections and terminations for conformance to specifications

removing and replacing/repairing faulty components from the electronic equipment

recording results of tests undertaken on electronic equipment

isolating electronic sub-assembly from the power supply

adjusting/tuning and calibrating electronic equipment/sub-assemblies

returning to service and testing to specification the repaired electronic equipment/sub-assembly

using language and literacy skills to provide brief reports/records/results of tests

reproducing fault symptoms in the electronic equipment and verifying faults using appropriate test equipment and fault finding techniques

refitting repaired/replaced components into the sub-assembly

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

analogue electronics including amplifiers, oscillators, power suppliers, filters

the function(s) of the electronic equipment/sub-assembly

symptoms of the fault in the electronic equipment/sub-assembly

the purpose of reproducing electronic equipment/sub-assembly fault symptoms

equipment and techniques to be used to test the faulty sub-assemblies/component

probable causes of component failure

procedures for:

running built-in test functions

verifying faults in electronic equipment/sub-assemblies

isolating electronic equipment/sub-assemblies

removing sub-assemblies from electronic equipment

testing faulty sub-assemblies

removing faulty components from electronic equipment

fitting repaired/replaced components into sub-assemblies

fitting repaired sub-assemblies into electronic equipment

testing electronic equipment/sub-assembly performance

errors indicated by built-in devices

test equipment and fault finding techniques necessary to confirm electronic equipment/sub-assembly faults

hazards associated with electronic equipment/sub-assemblies including electro-static discharge (ESD)

tools and techniques to be used to remove/refit/repair/replace the faulty sub-assemblies/component from the electronic equipment

operational specifications of the sub-assembly

operational specifications of the electronic equipment/sub-assembly/component

test equipment and techniques necessary to check electronic equipment/sub-assembly performance

any applicable industry standards, national/Australian standards, NOHSC guides, State/Territory regulatory codes of practice/standards

use and application of personal protective equipment

safe work practices and procedures

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Fault finding techniques

Signal injection, substitution, monitoring, measurement, heating, sound, visual, touch, smell

Test equipment

Continuity testers, ammeters, voltmeters, cathode ray oscilloscopes, frequency counters, signal generators, digital probes

Components

Discrete component assemblies or individual components such as resistors, switching devices, capacitors, transformers, solenoids, tubes, semi-conductors

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
System/sub-assembly functions and principles are determined with reference to equipment manuals, circuit diagrams etc. 
Built-in test functions are run and fault indicator error codes and appropriate maintenance records are checked and reviewed. 
Fault symptoms are reproduced, where appropriate, and verified using appropriate fault finding techniques. 
Where appropriate, faulty sub-assembly is isolated and removed from electronic system using correct and appropriate tools and techniques. 
Sub-assembly is checked and tested using correct and appropriate test equipment and fault finding techniques. 
Faulty component/s are identified and/or fault cause is isolated. 
Faulty component is removed, where required, using correct and appropriate tools and techniques. 
Faulty component is repaired/replaced in accordance with manufacturers' recommended procedures or to standard operating procedures. 
Repaired/replacement components are fitted in accordance with manufacturers' recommended procedure or to standard operating procedures using correct and appropriate tools and techniques. 
Where appropriate, repaired sub-assembly is refitted to electronic system using correct and appropriate tools and techniques. 
Systems/sub-assembly is checked and tested for correct operational compliance with specifications utilising correct and appropriate test procedures and equipment. 

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