Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify the function and basic operation of a range of vehicle mechanical systems and components. It involves preparing for the task, locating information on the systems and components, and demonstrating knowledge of mechanical systems.
It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and repair or automotive manufacturing industry. The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational qualification.
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. Locate and identify mechanical system and its components | 1.1 Task instruction is interpreted and vehicle or machinery to be worked on is identified 1.2 Technical information regarding mechanical system to be identified is located 1.3 Mechanical system major components are located and identified on a vehicle or machinery according to safety requirements and task instructions |
2. Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical system | 2.1 System function is determined from technical information and demonstrated during workplace activities 2.2 System major component function and basic operation are determined from technical information and demonstrated during workplace activities 2.3 System relationship to vehicle or machinery operation is determined from technical information and demonstrated during workplace activities |
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:
identify, locate and demonstrate knowledge of the operation of the following vehicle mechanical systems while carrying out workplace activities that involve all of the following systems:
engine systems
transmission and drivetrain
steering system
suspension system
fuel system
cooling system
braking system
exhaust system.
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 identifying vehicle mechanical systems and components, including procedures for:
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
using tools and equipment
working safely
basic theory and principles of automotive mechanical systems, including:
mechanical advantage
gear ratio
hydraulics
pneumatics
identification, function and basic operation of vehicle mechanical systems and components, including:
engine systems
transmission and drivetrain
steering system
suspension system
fuel system
cooling system
braking system
exhaust system
automotive terminology relating to mechanical 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 vehicles or machinery 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 workplace or simulated workplace
workshop or task instructions
information regarding basic mechanical principles and fundamentals
information regarding vehicle mechanical systems and components
workplace safety equipment, including PPE
vehicle or a range of automotive mechanical systems and components
automotive tools and equipment.
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 technical information. |
Writing skills to: | legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation using correct industry terminology and conventions. |
Oral communication skills to: | participate effectively in verbal exchanges using questioning and active listening to request, clarify and clearly convey information. |
Numeracy skills to: | use and communicate basic numerical information that relates to automotive systems and components. |
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: selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE) using tools and equipment working safely. |
Sectors
Technical
Competency Field
Mechanical - Light Vehicle