Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to diagnose and repair faults in the driveline systems of motorcycles. It 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 on motorcycles in the automotive service and repair industry.
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 motorcycle driveline system | 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Diagnostic information is sourced and interpreted 1.3 Diagnosis 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 driveline system | 2.1 Diagnostic tests are performed according to workplace procedures, safety and environmental requirements 2.2 Faults are identified from diagnostic test results and causes of faults are determined 2.3 Diagnosis findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments |
3. Repair driveline 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 and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or system 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 motorcycle 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 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 standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
diagnose and repair a fault in the following driveline systems of three different motorcycles:
one chain drive system, in which the work must involve removing, replacing or refitting the chain and sprockets
one belt drive system, in which the work must involve removing, replacing or refitting the belt and sprockets
one shaft drive system, in which the work must involve removing, replacing or refitting the drive shaft.
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 motorcycle driveline systems, including procedures for handling shaft and chain driveline oils and lubricants
environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of oils and lubricants released from shaft and chain drivelines
operating principles of motorcycle driveline systems and associated components, including final drive gear ratios for:
chain drive systems
belt drive systems
shaft drive systems
application, purpose and operation of motorcycle driveline systems and components, including:
chain drive systems, including:
chain construction, including chain pitch, roller width and roller diameter
cush drives
types of sprockets
belt drive systems, including:
belt construction
methods of tensioning belts
shaft drive systems, including:
side gear assemblies
final gear assemblies
diagnostic testing procedures for motorcycle driveline systems, including procedures for analysing:
component wear
abnormal system noise
repair procedures for motorcycle driveline systems, including procedures for:
repairing chain drives, including:
procedures for removing and refitting front and rear chain sprockets
procedures for removing chains and fitting new chains
procedures for adjusting chain tension and wheel alignment
repairing belt drives, including:
procedures for removing and refitting toothed belt sprockets
procedures for removing belts and fitting new belts
procedures for measuring and adjusting belt tension and wheel alignment
repairing shaft drive systems
post-repair testing procedures for motorcycle driveline systems.
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 motorcycle driveline 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:
motorcycle repair workplace or simulated workplace
workplace instructions
manufacturer motorcycle driveline system specifications
one motorcycle with a fault in its chain drive system
one motorcycle with a fault in its belt drive system
one motorcycle with a fault in its shaft drive system
diagnostic equipment for motorcycle driveline systems
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for repairing motorcycle driveline systems.
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: | locate appropriate sources of information efficiently. |
Reading skills to: | interpret information from manufacturer and workshop literature when seeking driveline system specifications 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: | measure driveline system components and use basic mathematical operations, including addition and subtraction, to calculate distances, tolerances and 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 measuring equipment, such as tape measures, rulers and vernier calipers. |
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 and environmental requirements must | work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for handling shaft and chain driveline oils and lubricants environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of oils and lubricants released from shaft and chain drivelines. |
Sectors
Technical - Driveline and Final Drives
Competency Field
Mechanical - Motorcycle