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Operate electrical test equipment

Operate electrical test equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AURETK003
State Code
WI932
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
14/04/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/06/2015
Field of Education
030505 - Automotive Electrics And Electronics
Original Release Date
26/06/2015
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to operate electrical test equipment.It requires the learner to plan and prepare the task, select the correct equipment, test electrical and electronic circuits, and check and store the electrical test equipment.It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and repair or automotive manufacturing industry.The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational qualification.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan to operate electrical test equipment
  • 1.1 Safety requirements are sourced and interpreted1.2 Task instruction is interpreted and vehicle electrical circuit to be worked on is identified1.3 Manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for operating electrical test equipment are sourced and interpreted1.4 Potential hazards and risks associated with task are identified and reported to workplace supervisor1.5 Electrical test equipment is identified according to task instruction and manufacturer specifications
2. Test electrical circuits
  • 2.1 Electrical test equipment is checked prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements2.2 Electrical test equipment is used to test vehicle electrical circuits according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements2.3 Electrical test equipment readings are checked and compared with manufacturer specifications2.4 Electrical test equipment readings are recorded
3. Complete work processes
  • 3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets task instruction and workplace standards, and vehicle or equipment is presented ready for use or storage according to workplace procedures3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored according to environmental requirements and workplace procedures3.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures, or tagged and reported where necessary3.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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