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Use EEPROM programmers to service automotive transponder systems

Use EEPROM programmers to service automotive transponder systems

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM20020
State Code
OEW65
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
031303 - Electronic Engineering
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to use electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) programmers to identify, analyse, encode and re-encode (program) automotive transponder security systems on commercial and private use vehicles.It applies to locksmiths using EEPROM programmers to program automotive transponder keys and associated equipment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: This unit has dual status and is to be regarded as both a Specialisation band A unit and Specialisation band B unit for progression to C5 (AQF level V).Unit Weight: 2
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify service and repair requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and comply with work, health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.2 Establish ownership and verify in accordance with organisational and industry procedures
  • 1.3 Obtain system and component specifications and other relevant information from appropriate sources and in accordance with organisational and customer requirements
  • 1.4 Establish nature of damage in accordance with organisational procedures, established inspection, diagnostic techniques and original specifications
  • 1.5 Establish service requirements and other information relevant to task in accordance with customer needs, organisational and manufacturer specifications and legislation, codes, regulations and standards
2. Service automotive transponder system
  • 2.1 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 2.2 Identify risks and hazards and make area safe
  • 2.3 Apply specific isolation and safety measures with special regard to associated equipment
  • 2.4 Select tools, equipment, materials and consumables, check for serviceability and use in accordance with manufacturer specifications and SOPs
3. Program transponder keys
  • 3.1 Identify personal limitations in programming and seek assistance from appropriate sources
  • 3.2 Establish programming requirements in accordance with SOPs and supplier requirements
  • 3.3 Program EEPROM to suit transponder keys
  • 3.4 Test system function to ensure correct operation
4. Finalise servicing process
  • 4.1 Clean work area, tools and equipment and store in accordance with SOPs
  • 4.2 Complete documentation and process in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAT97 MEM20013 Service automotive transponder systems Unit of competency