Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service vehicle drive shafts. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the drive shaft for damage or abnormal wear, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the drive shaft, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The drive shafts include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery 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 inspect and service drive shaft | 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Servicing information is sourced and interpreted 1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.4 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability |
2. Inspect drive shaft | 2.1 Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 2.2 Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications 2.3 Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments |
3. Service drive shaft | 3.1 Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, 3.2 Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures |
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 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:
inspect and service the drive shafts of two different vehicles or machinery.
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 inspecting and servicing drive shafts, including procedures for:
working with rotating shafts
handling lubricants
identification and function of drive shaft components, including:
single and multi-piece shafts
universal joints
rubber type couplings
slip joints
support bearings
constant velocity joints
types and applications of drive shaft lubricants
inspection procedures for drive shafts, including:
component wear or damage
lubricant leaks
service and adjustment procedures for drive shafts, including lubricating components as required
post-service testing procedures of drive shafts.
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 drive shafts 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 drive shaft specifications
two different vehicles or machinery with drive shafts requiring servicing
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for inspecting and servicing drive shafts.
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: | locate information from manufacturer and workshop literature when seeking service procedures and specifications relating to drive shafts. |
Writing skills to: | legibly and accurately fill out documentation when reporting inspection findings, making recommendations, and recording parts and material used. |
Oral communication skills to: | clarify instructions report inspection findings and make repair recommendations. |
Numeracy skills to: | measure components and use basic mathematical operations, including addition and subtraction, to calculate distances, tolerances and deviations from manufacturer specifications. |
Problem solving skills to: | refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person. |
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 | work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: working with rotating shafts handling lubricants. |
Sectors
Technical - Driveline and Final Drives
Competency Field
Mechanical Miscellaneous