Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

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

1. Prepare to install or replace units and assemblies

1.1 Workplace instructions are used to determine job requirements

1.2 Installation or replacement options are analysed, selected and prepared

1.3 Tools and equipment are identified for effective installation or replacement procedures

2. Install or replace and test units and assemblies

2.1 Workplace procedures are identified and followed

2.2 Installation or replacement procedures are identified from manufacturer specifications

2.3 Electrical units and assemblies are installed or replaced using approved methods, tools and equipment and according to manufacturer specifications

2.4 Electrical units and assemblies are tested according to job requirements and manufacturer specifications

3. Complete work processes

3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace quality standards

3.2 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked and stored according to workplace procedures

3.3 Faulty equipment is identified, tagged and reported

3.4 Work sheets and test result documents are completed according to workplace procedures

Skills

Description

Reading skills to:

follow work instructions, workplace procedures and work health and safety (WHS) requirements

interpret removal and installation processes from manufacturer specifications.

Writing skills to:

legibly enter information into work sheets

complete faulty equipment tags.

Numeracy skills to:

match materials and component part numbers to work instructions and bills of material

understand measurements of voltage, current and resistance relating to electrical circuits

measure materials and components to determine compliance with job specifications.

Initiative skills to:

adapt to changing work conditions or contexts.

Problem-solving skills to:

resolve removal and installation problems and material defects.

Planning and organising skills to:

prepare components, equipment and work area.

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.

Workplace instructions must include:

OEM vehicle electrical unit and assembly removal and installation techniques

OEM vehicle electrical unit and assembly testing and repair processes.

Tools and equipment must include:

crimping tools

electrical tape

hand tools

insulation testers

soldering iron

terminals and connectors

testing equipment:

multimeters

ohm meters

wire and cabling of various colours and sizes.

Workplace procedures must include:

workplace quality guidelines for installing and replacing vehicle electrical units and assemblies

procedures for recording and reporting the installation and replacement of vehicle electrical units and assemblies

WHS requirements for installing and replacing vehicle electrical units and assemblies.