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Inspect heavy commercial vehicle driveline components
Inspect heavy commercial vehicle driveline components
Unit of competency
National Code
AURHTQ2001
AURHTQ2001
State Code
WF161
WF161
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2013
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
08/07/2013
Nominal Hours
5
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect heavy commercial vehicle driveline components for the purpose of establishing safe operating conditions and making any repair or maintenance recommendations.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for inspection
- 1.1. Workplace instructions are used to determine job requirements relating to inspecting heavy commercial vehicle driveline components
- 1.2. Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements are observed and applied throughout the work
- 1.3. Procedures and information relating to heavy commercial vehicles are sourced and interpreted
- 1.4. Appropriate tools and equipment are selected and prepared
2. Inspect driveline components to determine condition
- 2.1. Work area is checked to ensure safe working conditions
- 2.2. Driveline components are inspected according to workplace or manufacturer requirements and without causing damage to components or systems
- 2.3. Inspection results are compared with manufacturer and component supplier specifications
- 2.4. Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
3. Clean up work area and finalise work processes
- 3.1. Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace expectations
- 3.2. Documentation is completed according to workplace procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Workplace instructions may include:
computer-generated instructions
verbal instructions
written instructions.
Job requirements may include:
heavy commercial vehicle driveline component inspection methods, processes and equipment.
Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements:
are those prescribed under legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and workplace policies and procedures
may include:
protective clothing and equipment
use of tools and equipment
handling of material
use of fire-fighting equipment
first aid equipment
hazard control, including control of hazardous materials and toxic substances.
Procedures and information may include:
safe work procedures relating to the inspection of heavy commercial vehicle driveline components
verbal, written and graphical instructions
signage
work schedules, plans and specifications
work bulletins or memos
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
diagrams or sketches
regulatory and legislative requirements relating to the automotive industry
Australian Design Rules
engineer's design specifications and instructions
organisation work specifications and requirements
instructions issued by authorised enterprise or external persons
Australian Standards
heavy commercial vehicle inspection requirements and repair manuals.
Driveline components may include:
universal joints, constant velocity joints and centre bearings
drive-shafts, half-shafts and prop-shafts
yokes and flanges.
Documentation may include:
job card or work order
workplace computerised or written customer records and invoice.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Workplace instructions may include:
computer-generated instructions
verbal instructions
written instructions.
Job requirements may include:
heavy commercial vehicle driveline component inspection methods, processes and equipment.
Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements:
are those prescribed under legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and workplace policies and procedures
may include:
protective clothing and equipment
use of tools and equipment
handling of material
use of fire-fighting equipment
first aid equipment
hazard control, including control of hazardous materials and toxic substances.
Procedures and information may include:
safe work procedures relating to the inspection of heavy commercial vehicle driveline components
verbal, written and graphical instructions
signage
work schedules, plans and specifications
work bulletins or memos
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
diagrams or sketches
regulatory and legislative requirements relating to the automotive industry
Australian Design Rules
engineer's design specifications and instructions
organisation work specifications and requirements
instructions issued by authorised enterprise or external persons
Australian Standards
heavy commercial vehicle inspection requirements and repair manuals.
Driveline components may include:
universal joints, constant velocity joints and centre bearings
drive-shafts, half-shafts and prop-shafts
yokes and flanges.
Documentation may include:
job card or work order
workplace computerised or written customer records and invoice.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:
observe safety procedures and requirements
select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances
inspect a range of heavy commercial vehicle driveline components according to workplace, manufacturer and component supplier requirements
record results of inspection according to workplace requirements.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment is to occur:
using standard workplace practices and procedures
following safety requirements
applying environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with relevant:
regulatory requirements
Australian standards
industry codes of practice.
The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit:
workplace location or simulated workplace
heavy commercial vehicles with driveline components relevant to the qualification being sought
tools and equipment appropriate for the inspection of heavy commercial vehicle driveline components
specifications and workplace instructions.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:
observe safety procedures and requirements
select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances
inspect a range of heavy commercial vehicle driveline components according to workplace, manufacturer and component supplier requirements
record results of inspection according to workplace requirements.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment is to occur:
using standard workplace practices and procedures
following safety requirements
applying environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with relevant:
regulatory requirements
Australian standards
industry codes of practice.
The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit:
workplace location or simulated workplace
heavy commercial vehicles with driveline components relevant to the qualification being sought
tools and equipment appropriate for the inspection of heavy commercial vehicle driveline components
specifications and workplace instructions.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXD23 | AURHTQ001 | Inspect heavy commercial vehicle driveline components | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J376 | AUR20712 | Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation | Qualification |