AURETR020
Diagnose and repair network electronic control systems


Application

This unit describes the performance outcomes required to diagnose and repair vehicle or machinery embedded network electronic control systems. These systems include two-wire high and low speed (CAN-bus) and single wire low speed (LIN-bus) networked circuits essential to control engine powertrain, vehicle dynamic control functions and body control functions. They include vehicle infotainment and climate control systems. The unit involves preparing for the task, selecting the correct diagnostic procedure, carrying out the diagnosis and the repair, performing post-repair testing, and completing workplace processes and documentation.

It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. Embedded networked systems include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, marine vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.


Elements and Performance Criteria

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. Prepare to diagnose and repair network electronic control system

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Diagnostic information is sourced and interpreted

1.3 Diagnostic options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected

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

1.5 Diagnostic tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability

2. Diagnose network electronic control system

2.1 Diagnostic tests are carried out according to workplace proceduresand safety requirements

2.2 Faults are identified from diagnostic test results and causes of faults are determined

2.3 Diagnosis findings and recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments are reported according to workplace procedures

3. Repair network electronic control system

3.1 Repair information is sourced and interpreted

3.2 Repair options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected

3.3 Repair tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked

3.4 Repairs and component replacements and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems

3.5 Post-repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures to confirm fault rectification, and any further problems detected as having been introduced during the repair process are rectified

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or machinery is presented ready for use

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

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures

4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Evidence of Performance

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in the unit’s elements and performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

diagnose and repair a fault in three different network electronic control circuits that set network communication diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), including one single wire circuit and one two-wire circuit.


Evidence of Knowledge

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to diagnosing and repairing network electronic control systems, including procedures for identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with:

working on vehicle high voltage ignition systems

wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring systems

operating principles of network electronic control systems and associated components, including:

assurance of message delivery, non-conflicting messages, minimum time of delivery, and electromagnetic field (EMF) noise resilience

network topographies

network protocols, including characteristics and data speeds

application, purpose and operation of network electronic control systems and components, including:

controlled area network (CAN), including:

nodes: host processor, CAN controller, and transceiver

gateway modules

terminating resistors

data transmission

vehicle data logic connector (DLC)

local interconnect network (LIN), including:

master and slaves

data transmission

diagnostic testing procedures for network electronic control systems, including:

accessing and interpreting scan tool system data, including:

DTCs, including ‘U’ type communication codes

live data

freeze frame data

waveforms

using diagnostic flow charts

testing electrical systems, including procedures for:

accessing electrical terminals and using test probes without damaging connectors, fuse holders or wiring

determining damage to system wiring and connectors

repair procedures for network electronic control systems, including:

connector removal and replacement procedures

removal and replacement procedures for vehicle network electronic control system components

post-repair testing procedures for network electronic control systems, including:

DTC clearing procedures

checking for electrical connector mating.


Assessment Conditions

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 network electronic control systems that they have worked on, 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 repair workplace or simulated workplace

workplace instructions

manufacturer specifications for network electronic control systems

two different network electronic control circuits

diagnostic equipment for network electronic control circuits, including:

multimeter

scan tool

oscilloscope

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for repairing network electronic control circuits.


Foundation Skills

This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria.

Skills

Description

Learning skills to:

identify and locate various sources of information efficiently.

Reading skills to:

interpret text, symbols and wiring diagrams in information relating to electrical system testing and repair equipment from manufacturer specifications and workplace instructions and procedures.

Writing skills to:

legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation when reporting diagnostic findings, making repair recommendations, and recording parts and material used.

Oral communication skills to:

clarify instructions

report diagnostic findings and make repair recommendations.

Numeracy skills to:

match electrical components and part identification numbers to workplace instructions, vehicle, machinery and component part lists, and manufacturer specifications

interpret vehicle electrical measurements and readings

measure voltage, current and resistance and use basic mathematical operations, including addition and subtraction, to calculate deviations from manufacturer specifications.

Planning and organising skills to:

plan own work requirements and prioritise actions to achieve required outcomes and ensure tasks are completed within workplace timeframes.

Technology skills to:

use specialised equipment, including multimeters, scan tools and oscilloscope.


Range Statement

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.

Safety requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with:

working on vehicle high voltage ignition systems

wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring systems.


Sectors

Technical - Electrical and Electronic


Competency Field

Electrical