Elements and Performance Criteria

Unit scope
This unit covers the work involved in interpreting data acquisition requirements, checking resources and collecting and logging data to monitor performance of competition vehicles
Data required includes but is not limited to vehicle data, weather data, circuit data and driver/rider characteristics
Data acquisition systems to be covered in this unit include manual and electronic systems. Electronic system include logging and display capabilities (either via an integral or remote display, or external computer)
Manual data includes observation/listening. Instruments include, but are not limited to, stop watches, video cameras, radar guns, instrument telltales, temperature tape/paint etc

Electronic data acquisition systems
Electronic data acquisition system components include, but are not limited to:
sensors and transducers
electronic/dash loggers
analysis software
wiring looms/electrical connectors
lap beacons
communications and telemetry components
Electronic data acquisition system settings include, but are not limited to:
zero/calibration and set sensor limits
alarm settings
driver/rider preferential display

Unit context
OH&S requirements include State/Territory and Commonwealth legislation, material safety management systems, controlling body requirements, manufacturer specifications and local safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations (including environmental requirements), health regulations, manual handling procedures and team insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem-solving skills in the set-up and operation of equipment

Tooling and equipment
Tooling and equipment include data acquisition system-specific tooling and may include, but are not limited to, multimeters, calculators, mathematical tables, graphing and charting equipment, computers and manual data collection equipment

Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices


Information and procedures
Controlling body rules, category rules and supplementary regulations
Team requirements relating to data acquisition
Team procedures relating to the use of data acquisition systems and equipment
Task instructions including worksheets, checklists and plans
Team procedures relating to reporting and communication
Team procedures relating to the use of tooling and equipment
Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and application procedures for data acquisition equipment and material
Australian Design Rules (where applicable)

Critical aspects of evidence
Apply team requirements, controlling body and category rules and supplementary regulations
Apply safety requirements including the use of personal protective equipment

Follow task instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to competition vehicle or equipment
achieve required outcomes within team time and quality standards

Correctly collect and log data using manual and electronic systems on a minimum of three (3) occasions. Each of the following must be covered at least twice:

vehicle data
weather data
circuit data
driver/rider characteristics
Collect and log data within team quality and timeliness standards
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
Follow team data security and confidentiality procedures and processes at all times

Underpinning knowledge
End-users of motorsport data and their needs
Manual and electronic data collection and logging methods and techniques including the production and use of worksheets and checklists
Types, characteristics, components, uses and limitations of data acquisition systems
Techniques for inspection and basic fault finding of data acquisition systems
Procedures for reporting equipment faults and data irregularities
Preliminary data evaluation techniques
Manufacturer/component supplier and team guidelines regarding acceptable tolerance levels
OH&S policies and procedures

Specific key competencies, underpinning and employability skills required to achieve the performance criteria
These include a number of processes that are learned throughout work and life, which are required in most jobs. Some of these are covered by the national key competencies, although others may be added. The details below highlight how these competencies are to be applied in the attainment of this unit.

Application of the key competencies in this unit are to satisfy the nominated level in which:

Level 1 - relates to working effectively within set conditions and processes;
Level 2 - relates to the management or facilitation of conditions or processes; and
Level 3 - relates to the design, development and evaluation of conditions or process.
How will the candidate apply the following key competency in this unit? The candidate will need to:

Collect, analyse and organise information
Collect, organise and understand information related to data acquisition, team requirements, manufacturers/component supplier specifications, plans and safety procedures
(Level 2)

Communicate ideas and information
Communicate ideas and information to supervisors, team members and other appropriate persons as required, to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and issues
(Level 1)

Plan and organise activities
Apply technical information in a timely manner so it may be used to avoid backtracking, workflow interruptions or inefficiencies
(Level 1)

Work with others and in a team
Work with others to foster the team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
(Level 2)

Use mathematical ideas and techniques
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to collect, log and conduct preliminary data analysis
(Level 2)

Solve problems
Create and apply systematic problem-solving techniques to anticipate changing information requirements or influences
(Level 2)

Use technology
Use the technology related to data collection including electronic data acquisition systems, calculators and measuring devices and computing/computer-aided systems
(Level 2)

Resource implications
Access to a data acquisition system, data collection opportunities, equipment and operating procedures as identified in the Range Statement

Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace contexts
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competence

Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with process equipment, material, work instructions and deadlines