AURE311666A
Repair electric braking systems

This unit covers the competence required to repair electric braking systems and associated components as fitted to vans and trailers. This unit of competency also applies to electric braking controllers fitted to vehicles and plant and equipment.

Application

The unit includes identification and confirmation of work requirement, preparation for work, testing of systems and identification of faults/causes, the repair and retesting of systems and associated electric braking system components and completion of work finalisation processes, including clean-up and documentation.

Work requires individuals to demonstrate some judgement and problem-solving skills in managing own work activities and contributing to a productive team environment.

Work is carried out in accordance with award provisions.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for work

1.1. Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including method, processes and equipment

1.2. Job specifications are read and interpreted

1.3. OHS requirements, including personal safety needs, are observed throughout the work

1.4. Equipment and tooling are identified and checked for safe and effective operation

1.5. Procedures are determined to minimise task time

2. Test systems/ components and identify faults

2.1. Correct information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer/component supplier specifications

2.2. Tests are carried out to determine faults using tooling and techniques

2.3. Tests are completed without causing damage to any component or system

2.4. Faults are identified and preferred repair action determined

2.5. Tests are carried out according to industry regulations/ guidelines, OHS legislation, statutory legislation and enterprise procedures/policies

3. Repair electric braking systems and/or associated components

3.1. Correct information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer/component supplier specifications

3.2. Necessary repairs, component replacement and adjustments are carried out using tooling, techniques and materials

3.3. Electric braking system and/or associated component repair is completed without causing damage to any component or system

3.4. Retests are carried out to ensure correct and safe electric braking system service operation

3.5. Repairs/removal, replacement and adjustments are carried out according to industry regulations/guidelines OHS legislation, statutory legislation and enterprise/procedures policies

3.6. Workplace and equipment records are completed in accordance with workplace requirements

4. Clean up work area and maintain equipment

4.1. Material that can be reused is collected and stored

4.2. Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures

4.3. Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition in accordance with workplace procedures

4.4. Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace requirements

4.5. Maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier specifications and workplace procedures

4.6. Tooling and equipment is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures

Required Skills

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, plans and safety procedures for testing and repairing of electric braking systems

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

plan and organise activities, including preparation and layout of work site and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any backtracking or workflow interruptions

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity

use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly calculate time, assess tolerances, apply accurate measurements, calculate material requirements and establish quality checks

establish safe and effective work processes which anticipate and/or resolve problems and downtime, to systematically develop solutions to avoid or minimise reworking and avoid wastage

use workplace technology related to the repair of electrical braking systems, including the use of specialist tooling and measuring equipment, computerised technology, communication devices and the reporting/recording of results

Required knowledge

A working knowledge of:

OHS regulations/requirements, equipment, material and personal safety requirements

operating principles of electric braking systems

construction and operation of electric braking systems/components relevant to application

types and layout of service/repair manuals (hard copy and electronic)

pre-repair testing and fault identification procedures

repair, removal, replacement and adjustment procedures

post-repair testing procedures

work organisation and planning processes

enterprise quality processes

Evidence Required

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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

It is essential that competence is fully observed and there is ability to transfer competence to changing circumstances and to respond to unusual situations in the critical aspects of:

observing safety procedures and requirements

communicating effectively with others involved in or affected by the work

selecting methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

completing preparatory activity in a systematic manner

testing a range of electric braking systems

identifying faults and determining repair requirements

repairing a range of electric braking systems to workplace and manufacturer/component supplier requirements

retesting electric braking systems prior to returning to service

completing workplace/equipment documentation.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

Application of competence is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated automotive site.

Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment is to comply with regulatory requirements, including Australian Standards.

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials relevant to the repair of electric braking systems

equipment, hand and power tooling appropriate to the repair of electric braking systems

activities covering the mandatory task requirements

specifications and work instructions.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of AUR05 Automotive Industry RS&R Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge

Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on underpinning knowledge and must reinforce the integration of key competencies

Assessment may be applied under project related conditions and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competence is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

It is preferable that assessment reflects a process rather than an event and occurs over a period of time to cover varying quality circumstances. Evidence of performance may be provided by customers, team leaders/members or other persons subject to agreed authentication arrangements

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role

Guidance information for assessment


Range Statement

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.

Electric braking systems

Electric braking systems may be in light vehicles and plant and equipment fitted with electric van/trailer braking controllers or trailers fitted with electric brakes

Repair methods

Repair methods are to include:

visual, aural and functional assessment (including damage and corrosion)

testing under operating conditions

electrical/electronic testing

removal, dismantling, reassembly and refitting

repair and/or replacement of system components

road testing/retesting prior to placing back into service

OHS requirements

OHS requirements are to be in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and enterprise safety policies and procedures, and may include:

protective clothing and equipment, use of tooling and equipment, workplace environment and safety, handling of material, use of fire fighting equipment, enterprise first aid, hazard control and hazardous materials and substances

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation/regulations/codes of practice and workplace policies and procedures

Safe operating procedures

Safe operating procedures may include, but are not limited to:

the conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated with vehicular movement, toxic substances, electrical safety, machinery movement and operation, manual and mechanical lifting and shifting, working in proximity to others and site visitors

Emergency procedures

Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include, but may not be limited to:

emergency shutdown and stopping of equipment, extinguishing fires, enterprise first aid requirements and site evacuation

Environmental requirements

Environmental requirements are to include, but are not limited to:

waste management, noise, dust and clean-up management

Quality requirements

Quality requirements are to include, but are not limited to:

regulations, including Australian Standards, company quality policy and standards and enterprise operations and procedures

Statutory/regulatory authorities

Statutory/regulatory authorities may include Federal, State and local authorities administering the applicable acts, regulations and codes of practice

Tooling and equipment

Tooling and equipment may include:

hand tooling, vehicle lifting equipment and testing equipment, including multimeters, power tooling, air tooling, specialist tooling for removal/adjustment and brake decelerometer

Materials

Materials may include:

spare parts, lubricants, fluids and cleaning materials

Communications

Communications are to include, but are not limited to:

verbal and visual instructions and fault reporting and may include site specific instructions, written instructions, plans or instructions related to job/task, telephones and pagers

Information/documents

Sources of information/documents may include:

verbal or written and graphical instructions, signage, work schedules/plans/specifications, work bulletins, memos, material safety data sheets, diagrams or sketches

safe work procedures related to the repair of electric braking systems

regulatory/legislative requirements pertaining to automotive industry, including Australian Design Rules

engineer's design specifications and instructions

organisation work specifications and requirements

instructions issued by authorised enterprise or external personnel

Australian Standards


Sectors

Unit sector

Electrical


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Not Applicable