Unit of competency Outline
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Design and build bicycle wheels
Design and build bicycle wheels
Unit of competency
National Code
AURBTJ003
AURBTJ003
State Code
AXE40
AXE40
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/07/2016
Field of Education
030599 - Automotive Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to design and build bicycle wheels with different hub, spoke and rim configurations. It involves preparing for the work, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment to design and carry out the building and testing of bicycle wheels, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the bicycle retail, 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 design and build bicycle wheels
- 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions, including wheel materials, components and spoke patterns
- 1.2 Bicycle wheel design requirements and manufacturer specifications are researched and interpreted
- 1.3 Bicycle wheel design and specifications are confirmed with customer
2. Prepare to build bicycle wheels
- 2.1 Wheel components are checked against specifications and inspected for quality prior to build
- 2.2 Bicycle build is planned, including build sequence and post-build testing process, to use time efficiently
- 2.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
- 2.4 Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability
- 2.5 Work area and wheels, components and materials are prepared
3. Build and test bicycle wheels
- 3.1 Bicycle wheels are built according to job and customer requirements, work plan, and safety and environmental requirements
- 3.2 Bicycle wheel hubs and rims are selected and spoke lengths calculated
- 3.3 Bicycle wheel spokes are laced and tensioned according to manufacturer specifications and workplace instructions
- 3.4 Built bicycle wheels are checked for symmetry and tested for trueness against specifications
- 3.5 Results and quality issues are reported to authorised personnel as required
4. Complete work processes
- 4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and bicycle is presented ready for use
- 4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored
- 4.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
- 4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WF057 | AURBTJ3003 | Design and build bicycle wheels | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCK12 | AURBTJ103 | Design and build bicycle wheels | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAE5 | AUR30216 | Certificate III in Bicycle Workshop Operations | Qualification |