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Diagnose and repair marine outboard engines

Diagnose and repair marine outboard engines

Unit of competency
National Code
AURRTE006
State Code
AXB51
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
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
030701 - Mechanical Engineering
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to diagnose and repair faults in the two and four-stroke cycle outboard engines of marine vessels. It involves preparing for the task, selecting the correct diagnostic procedure, carrying out the diagnosis and the repair, performing post-repair testing, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the marine service and repair 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 diagnose and repair marine outboard engine
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Diagnostic information is sourced and interpreted
  • 1.3 Diagnostic options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
  • 1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.5 Diagnostic tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Diagnose engine
  • 2.1 Diagnostic tests are carried out according to workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • 2.2 Faults are identified from diagnostic test results and causes of faults are determined
  • 2.3 Diagnosis findings, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments, are reported according to workplace procedures
3. Dismantle engine
  • 3.1 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked
  • 3.2 Engine is dismantled as required according to workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
  • 3.3 Engine is cleaned and components arranged for inspection according to workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
  • 3.4 Engine components are measured and compared with manufacturer specifications
  • 3.5 Final repair recommendations are made and reported according to workplace procedures
4. Repair and reassemble engine
  • 4.1 Repair information is sourced and interpreted
  • 4.2 Repair options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
  • 4.3 Repairs and component replacements and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
  • 4.4 Engine is reassembled according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • 4.5 Post-repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures to confirm fault rectification, and any further problems detected as having been introduced during the repair process are rectified
5. Complete work processes
  • 5.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and engine is presented ready for use or stored according to workplace procedures
  • 5.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
  • 5.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 5.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF328 AURRTE3006 Diagnose and repair outboard engines and components Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCJ62 AURRTE106 Diagnose and repair marine outboard engines Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAC8 AUR30516 Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology Qualification