ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section

1. Plan and prepare for engine removal and replacement

1.1 Safety and environmental requirements are sourced and interpreted

1.2 Task instruction is interpreted and vehicle to be worked on is identified

1.3 Manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for engine removal and replacement are sourced and interpreted

1.4 Potential hazards and risks associated with task are identified and reported to workplace supervisor

1.5 Tools and equipment required for engine removal and replacement are identified according to manufacturer specifications

2. Remove engine assembly and inspect engine and associated components

2.1 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and workplace safety procedures

2.2 Vehicle is prepared for engine removal according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements

2.3 Engine and associated components are identified and inspected according to manufacturer specifications

2.4 Engine is removed according to workplace procedures, manufacturer specifications and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment

2.5 Engine and associated component inspection results are recorded

3. Replace engine assembly

3.1 Engine and associated components are prepared for assembly

3.2 Engine is replaced according to workplace procedures, manufacturer specifications and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment

3.3 Engine fluid levels are checked and topped up with the appropriate lubricant and coolant according to manufacturer specifications and procedures

3.4 Engine and vehicle is tested for correct operation

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets task instruction and workplace standards, and engine or vehicle is presented ready for use

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored according to environmental requirements and workplace procedures

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored in a condition ready for use according to workplace procedures, or tagged and reported where necessary

4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Skills

Description

Learning skills to:

locate appropriate sources of engine information and engine removal and replacement procedures.

Reading skills to:

select and interpret key information from manufacturer specifications, safety requirements and workplace procedures to safely remove and replace engines

select and interpret key information from environmental requirements and workplace procedures to ensure a clean and safe work site.

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:

read and interpret numerical information in engine information

use basic mathematical operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, to calculate ratios and volumes.

Planning and organising skills to:

plan own work requirements and prioritise actions to complete engine removal and replacement.

Self-management skills to:

recognise own limitations when selecting and using tools and equipment and seek timely advice.

Problem-solving skills to:

identify potential or actual hazards and take action to minimise risk

refer problems that cannot be readily resolved and seek assistance from workplace supervisor.

Technology skills to:

set up and operate equipment and tools required to complete engine removal and replacement.

Safety and environmental requirementsmust include:

information about key aspects of work health and safety (WHS), occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements, including:

use of personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, ear protection and safety footwear

use of hand tools and lifting equipment

collection and disposal of used engine lubricants and coolant.

Tools and equipment must include:

engine lifting equipment and related special tools.

Engine and associated components must include:

cooling system components

electrical system components

exhaust system components

fuel system components.

Engine must include:

an engine in a front engine, rear wheel drive vehicle.