Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC systems

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver AURETU3004, 'Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC systems'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC systems' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare to diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC system

1.1. Workplace instructions are used to determine job requirements

1.2. Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements are observed throughout the work

1.3. Procedures and information are sourced and interpreted

1.4. Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) code of practice is sourced and complied with

1.5. Options for diagnosing faults are identified and used, using appropriate tools and diagnostic techniques

1.6. Tools and equipment are identified for effective diagnosis and repair methods

1.7. Critical precautions in relation to working with air conditioning, refrigerant and refrigerant oils are observed

2. Diagnose air conditioning and HVAC system

2.1. Air conditioning and HVAC systems are tested to isolate faults according to workplace procedures and without causing damage to components or systems as a result of inappropriate testing procedures

2.2. Faults are identified from 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 air conditioning and HVAC system

3.1. Repair options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected

3.2. Appropriate tools and recognised techniques and materials are selected and prepared

3.3. Repairs and component replacements and adjustments are carried out without causing damage, according to workplace procedures and manufacturer and component supplier specifications

4. Retest air conditioning and HVAC system

4.1. Retests are carried out to ensure correct and safe air conditioning and HVAC system performance operation

4.2. Post-repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures and relevant legislation

5. Prepare vehicle and equipment for delivery to customer after repair is completed

5.1. Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations

5.2. Vehicle is cleaned to workplace expectations and presented ready for use

5.3. Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

5.4. Appropriate decal sticker is placed in engine compartment

6. Clean up work area and finalise work processes

6.1. Material that can be reused is collected and stored in the appropriate designated area and according to workplace sustainability practices

6.2. Waste and scrap are removed following workplace procedures and disposed of according to environmental regulations

6.3. Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition according to workplace procedures

6.4. Faulty equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures and WHS regulations

6.5. Operator maintenance is completed according to manufacturer and component supplier specifications, site procedures and relevant industry codes of practice

6.6. Tools and equipment are maintained according to workplace procedures


Qualifications and Skillsets

AURETU3004 appears in the following qualifications:

  • AUR21412 - Certificate II in Automotive Cooling System Technology
  • AUR20412 - Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology
  • AUR40612 - Certificate IV in Automotive Electrical Technology
  • AUR30612 - Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
  • AUR31212 - Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
  • AUR30412 - Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology
  • AUR31112 - Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
  • AUR20212 - Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology
  • AUR30312 - Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
  • AUR31712 - Certificate III in Forklift Technology
  • AUR31114 - Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

And the skillsets: