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Apply aerodynamic and vehicle dynamic principles and effects to competition vehicles

Apply aerodynamic and vehicle dynamic principles and effects to competition vehicles

Unit of competency
National Code
AURMTA008
State Code
AXB96
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/04/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/07/2016
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to determine aerodynamic and vehicle dynamic requirements of competition vehicles, devise improvement strategies, apply changes and test results. It involves preparing for the task, determining optimum settings, supervising configuration adjustments, applying dynamic principles, and testing vehicle aerodynamics. It requires understanding of the terminology, principles and effects of the physics involved in resistance and motion.It applies to those working in the motor sport industry.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to determine optimum aerodynamic settings
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Setting requirements are determined from motor sport event information
  • 1.3 Regulations, specifications and tolerances are examined for possible competitive advantages
  • 1.4 Specifications are checked for required known factors and any required clarification of specifications is sought
  • 1.5 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
2. Determine optimum tyre settings
  • 2.1 Tyre setting requirements are calculated and determined according to known factors
  • 2.2 Effects of selected tyre settings on overall vehicle performance are evaluated
  • 2.3 Anticipated performance improvement is quantified and optimum settings are documented
3. Determine optimum steering and suspension settings
  • 3.1 Steering and suspension setting requirements are calculated and determined according to known factors
  • 3.2 Effects of selected steering and suspension settings on overall vehicle performance are evaluated
  • 3.3 Anticipated performance improvement is quantified and optimum settings are documented
4. Determine optimum aerodynamic device settings
  • 4.1 Aerodynamic device setting requirements are calculated and determined according to known factors
  • 4.2 Effects of selected aerodynamic device settings on overall vehicle performance are evaluated
  • 4.3 Anticipated performance improvement is quantified and optimum settings are documented
5. Supervise configuration of aerodynamic and vehicle dynamic settings
  • 5.1 Tooling and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
  • 5.2 Aerodynamic and vehicle dynamic optimum settings are configured according to team procedures and safety requirements
  • 5.3 Post-configuration checks are made to ensure accurate and complete changes according to team procedures and safety requirements
  • 5.4 Problems with work area or operation of equipment are evaluated and decisions implemented as required
  • 5.5 Proposals for modifications or adaptation of equipment or components are evaluated and implemented as required
  • 5.6 Work area cleanliness and layout for job requirements are monitored
6. Test aerodynamic and vehicle dynamic settings
  • 6.1 Test procedures are determined and settings are tested against anticipated performance improvement according to team procedures and safety requirements
  • 6.2 Testing procedure and results are documented
  • 6.3 Recommendations for setting usage are devised and implemented
7. Complete work processes
  • 7.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
  • 7.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable material are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
  • 7.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 7.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF283 AURMTA5008 Apply aerodynamic and vehicle dynamic principles and effects to competition vehicles Unit of competency