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 for work

1.1 Workplace instructions are identified to determine job requirements

1.2 Tools and materials are identified for effective modification and repairs to electrical circuits and systems

2. Test electrical circuits and identify faults

2.1Workplace procedures are identified and followed

2.2 Testing procedures are carried out according to job requirements and manufacturer specifications

2.3 Faults are determined using appropriate tools and techniques

2.4 Faults are identified and repair options planned

3. Complete modifications and repairs

3.1 Modifications and repairs to electrical circuits and systems are carried out according to work orders and manufacturer specifications

3.2 Wiring and electrical circuits are modified or repaired using appropriate tools and equipment and without causing damage to components or system

3.3 Wiring and electrical circuits are tested for correct operation according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

4. Finish the job

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

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

4.3 Faulty equipment is identified, tagged and reported

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

Skills

Description

Reading skills to:

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

identify testing and repair techniques from manufacturer specifications.

Writing skills to:

complete work sheets relating to the testing and repair of basic electrical circuits and systems

complete faulty equipment tags.

Oral communication skills to:

refer equipment faults to appropriate personnel.

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 specifications.

Initiative skills to:

adapt to changing work conditions.

Planning and organising skills to:

identify and 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.

Tools and materials must include:

electrical components, wiring, clips, globes, fuses and tapes

hand tools, test lamps and multimeters

soldering equipment.

Workplace procedures must include:

procedures for recording and reporting the testing, modification and repair of electrical circuits and systems

use of tools and equipment for testing, modifying and repairing vehicle electrical circuits and systems

WHS requirements for testing, modifying and repairing vehicle electrical circuits and systems

workplace quality standards relevant to testing, modifying and repairing vehicle electrical circuits and systems.