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Heat treat, straighten and reclaim engine components

Heat treat, straighten and reclaim engine components

Unit of competency
National Code
AURTTM010
State Code
AXA38
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
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to apply heat treatment and straightening techniques to repair damaged or under sized engine components, and perform the necessary machining to reclaim engine components in an engine reconditioning process. It involves preparing for the task, heat treating, straightening and reclaiming engine components, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The engine components include those in vehicles from all sectors of the 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 undertake heat treatment procedures
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Engine component reclamation procedures are sourced and interpreted, and most appropriate method is selected
  • 1.3 Tools and measuring equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
  • 1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.5 Engine component is prepared for heat treatment method according to safety and environmental requirements
2. Heat treat engine component for reclamation
  • 2.1 Heat treatment method is used to repair engine component according to workplace procedures and safety requirements, and following machinery safe operating procedures
  • 2.2 Engine component is measured to ensure compliance with specifications
  • 2.3 Heat treatment method is completed in readiness for further repair according to workplace procedures and safety requirements, and following machinery safe operating procedures
3. Straighten engine component for reclamation
  • 3.1 Engine component is prepared for straightening method according to workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
  • 3.2 Component is mounted and clamped in straightening equipment according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Engine component is straightened according to workplace procedures and safety requirements, and following machinery safe operating procedures
  • 3.4 Engine component is measured to ensure compliance with specifications
  • 3.5 Straightening process is completed in readiness for further repair according to workplace procedures and safety requirements, and following machinery safe operating procedures
4. Perform machining to reclaim component
  • 4.1 Machining is carried out according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements, and following machinery safe operating procedures
  • 4.2 Component is measured to ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications
  • 4.3 Machining operations are completed according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and following machinery safe operating procedures
5. Complete repair processes
  • 5.1 Final inspection is made to ensure finished work complies with workplace requirements
  • 5.2 Bright surfaces are treated with rust prevention solution and engine component is prepared for further process or storage according to workplace procedures
  • 5.3 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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WC294 AURTTM3010 Heat treat, straighten and reclaim engine components Unit of competency