Diagnose and repair marine outboard and stern drive transmissions

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 11:13 PM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
AURR307684B

State Code
D7653

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
21/06/2011

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

12/10/2011

Field of Education

030503 - Vehicle Mechanics

Original Release Date

12/10/2011

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair marine outboard and stern drive transmissions and associated components on vessels. It requires the ability to identify and confirm work requirements, diagnose and repair marine outboard and stern drive transmissions and complete work finalisation processes.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for work

1.1. Confirm nature and scope of work to be carried out
1.2. Locate occupational health and safety (OHS) and workplace environmental and sustainable procedures and practices, applicable to the work
1.3. Access and interpret repair method, workshop manuals and manufacturer information
1.4. Check and prepare tools, equipment and materials
1.5. Set up work area

2. Diagnose faults

2.1. Develop a diagnosis strategy
2.2. Undertake transmission tests in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer and component supplier specifications
2.3. Compare test results with manufacturer and component supplier specifications to identify compliance or non-compliance
2.4. Decide upon a plan of action to rectify faults
2.5. Document results, including evidence, relevant information and recommendations
2.6. Forward report to persons for action in accordance with workplace procedures
2.7. Finalise repair requirements

3. Repair outboard and stern drive transmissions and associated components

3.1. Perform repair and adjustment operations in accordance with manufacturer and component supplier specifications, and OHS and workplace environmental and sustainable procedures and practices
3.2. Test transmission, make required adjustments and re-test
3.3. Check that protective guards, cowlings and safety features are in place according to workplace expectations
3.4. Determine the need for water testing

4. Clean up work area and finalise work

4.1. Clean and inspect equipment and tooling according to workplace requirements
4.2. Tag unserviceable equipment and faults identified in accordance with workplace requirements
4.3. Finalise and process work completion documentation, update customer and warranty information and give to appropriate persons as required
4.4. Clean work area, dispose of waste and scrap, and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
W2935	AURR307684A	Repair marine transmissions (outboard and stern drive)	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WF347	AURRTX3003	Diagnose and repair marine outboard and stern drive transmissions	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D537	AUR20611	Certificate II in Marine	Qualification