Elements and Performance Criteria

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:
electronic or hard copy instructions
verbal instructions
written instructions.
Job requirements may include:
diagnosis and repair methods, processes and equipment.
Workplace health and safety requirements may include:
personal protective clothing and equipment
hazards associated with high voltage ignition systems
use of tools and equipment
safe handling of material
use of fire-fighting equipment
workplace safety policies and procedures
workplace first aid equipment
hazard control, including control of hazardous materials and toxic substances.
Procedures and information may include:
verbal, written and graphical instructions
signage
work schedules, plans and specifications
work bulletins and memos
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
diagrams and sketches
safe work procedures relating to repairing and replacing basic ignition and EI systems
regulatory and legislative requirements relating to automotive industry
Australian Design Rules
engineer's design specifications and instructions
workplace work specifications and requirements
instructions issued by authorised workplace or external persons
Australian standards
vehicle service requirements and repair manuals.
Options for diagnosing faults may include:
isolation of faults
component inspection and evaluation.
Tools and equipment may include:
hand tools
testing equipment, including multimeters, ammeters, voltmeters and tachometers
timing light
spark plug testers
insulation testers
power tools and air tools
tune scopes
engine analysers
dynamometers
distributor test bench.
Basic ignition and electronic ignition systems may include:
single and dual points
transistor assisted
single and multiple distributors
ballast and non-ballast primary circuits
suppressed and non-suppressed high-tension leads
magneto
capacitor discharge ignition (CDI) systems
transistor controlled ignition (TCI) systems
electronic spark timing (EST) systems
advance mechanisms: mechanical, vacuum, electronic, magnetic pulse, optic and hall effect
spark plug, resistor plug and cap.
Inappropriate testing procedures may include:
intrusive testing (which must not be performed as it is not a recommended test and repair method), which includes:
back probing terminals and connectors and fuse holders with inappropriate test probes
probing terminal and connectors with inappropriate test probes
pushing sharp probes and objects into wiring insulation.
Faults may include:
engine difficult to start or will not start
engine misfiring
poor engine performance
engine knock
overheating
DTC being set.
Repair options may include:
pre- and post-repair testing
identifying and testing components
diagnosing and determining faults
component repair procedures, including:
removal, replacement and adjustment procedures
dismantle, repair, re-assembly and adjustment procedures
electrical measurements
peak voltage testing
visual and functional assessments, including for damage and wear.
Post-repair testing may include:
validating effectiveness of the repair action
confirming that reported fault has been rectified
confirming that no other faults are present as a result of the repair action.

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
complete preparatory activity in a systematic manner
apply and demonstrate knowledge of ignition system operation, including dwell, current and timing control in all systems
diagnose and repair a range of vehicle basic ignition and EI systems
conduct diagnosis and repair procedures according to workplace, manufacturer and component supplier requirements
present vehicle and equipment in a condition that complies with 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
a range of ignition system and components relevant to the qualification being sought
vehicles with basic ignition and EI faults relevant to the qualification being sought
equipment appropriate for the testing of vehicle basic ignition and EI systems
specifications and workplace instructions
tools appropriate for repairing, replacing and adjusting vehicle basic ignition and EI systems.
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.