Application
Work applies to light vehicles and is based on demonstrating knowledge of systems and components function, location and operation, as well as an understanding of basic automotive mechanical terminology. Applying knowledge of fundamental operating principles of vehicular mechanical systems, including internal combustion engines, vehicular drivetrain, braking, suspension and steering systems and technologies forms the basis of this unit. |
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Identify mechanical fundamentals | 1.1. Suitable relevant sources of information are located to assist with mechanical fundamentals research 1.2. General automotive mechanical system fundamentals are identified in relation to modern vehicle platforms 1.3. Mechanical terminology and operating principles of systems and components are referred to and identified for a particular application |
2. Identify operation of system or component | 2.1. Component or system to be researched is identified 2.2. Information is researched to ensure sufficient understanding of component or system to assist with its further identification and application 2.3. Potential for unsafe conditions or safety hazards is identified |
3. Locate system or component on vehicle | 3.1. Suitable automotive systems and components are sourced to assist with task 3.2. Location of system or component is confirmed in relation to modern vehicle configuration |
4. Apply mechanical fundamentals | 4.1. Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements are observed and applied throughout the work 4.2. System or component is examined and sub-assembly components are identified 4.3. Method of operation is determined to confirm principles of system or component function 4.4. System or component relationship to light vehicle operation is determined 4.5. Potential common faults with system or component are identified |
Required Skills
Required skills |
communication skills to: communicate ideas and information in verbal and written report use questioning and active listening skills, e.g. when clarifying information initiative and enterprise skills to identify sources of information, assistance and expert knowledge to expand knowledge, skills and understanding literacy skills to: understand workplace safety-related procedures read and follow information in written instructions, specifications and other applicable reference documents numeracy skills to use and communicate basic mathematical ideas and techniques that relate to automotive systems and components planning and organising skills to: identify risk factors plan and organise activities that implement and follow standard procedures problem-solving skills to: recognise a workplace problem or a potential problem refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person self-management skills to: recognise limitations and seek timely advice follow workplace documentation, such as workplace safe operating procedures technical skills to: collect, organise and understand technical information relating to: recognising and reporting unsafe situations automotive components and systems identification, location and function select tools and equipment appropriate to the task safely use workplace tools and equipment when applying mechanical fundamentals technology skills to use information technology equipment to assist with research |
Required knowledge |
WHS regulations, requirements, equipment and material, and personal safety requirements methods of sourcing information relevant to mechanical systems types, functions, location and basic operation of major vehicle systems and components, including basic automotive mechanical terminology common faults of major vehicle systems and components |
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 | The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge. A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to: identify automotive mechanical systems and components source relevant technical information locate mechanical systems and components on modern motor vehicles explain the function of at least three major systems of a modern motor vehicle demonstrate basic knowledge of possible causes of faults or problems with vehicle systems. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting. Assessment is to occur: using standard workplace practices and procedures following safety requirements applying environmental constraints. Assessment is to comply with relevant: regulatory requirements Australian standards industry codes of practice. The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit: workplace location or simulated workplace technical reference information a range of functioning automotive systems and components vehicles relevant to the qualification being sought automotive tools and equipment personal protective equipment and workplace safety equipment. |
Method of assessment | Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package. Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge. Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application. Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role. Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. |
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. | |
Sources of information | vehicle workshop manuals service bulletins automotive texts magazine technical articles written instructions documented workplace procedures. |
Safety hazards may include: | electricity and water toxic substances broken or damaged equipment flammable materials and fire hazards lifting practices spillages. |
Automotive systems and components may include: | engine systems transmissions and drivetrains steering and suspension systems fuel systems cooling systems braking systems exhaust systems. |
Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements: | are those prescribed under legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and workplace policies and procedures may include: protective clothing and equipment use of tools and equipment handling of material use of fire-fighting equipment first aid equipment hazard control, including control of hazardous materials and toxic substances. |
Hand tools and equipment may include: | hammers screwdrivers wrenches sockets and accessories pliers specialist tools for component removal or adjustment. |
Common faults | failure to achieve ignition and power failure to achieve fuel flow excessive exhaust smoke or noise unusual engine noises or vibrations excessive play or vibration through steering loss of coolant slow response or excessive pedal travel when braking system or component fluid or gas leakage. |
Sectors
Mechanical –Light Vehicle | |
Unit sector | Technical |
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. |
Licensing Information
Not applicable.