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, if used 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.
Mobile plant and equipment
Hydraulics, engine, power train and electronic systems
Job related information
Personnel accounts/descriptions, log books, job records standard operating procedures, manufacturers' specifications
Accessed
By manual or electronic means
Previous records
Equipment logs and history
Hazards
Ventilation hazards including battery gas leaks and (freon) paint emission
Excessive noise
Fluid spillage
Electrical hazards from generator sets and water
Lifting hazards caused by the removal and replacement of heavy components, e.g. engines and transmissions
Hydraulic hazards such as high oil pressure and temperature
Drive trains hazards such as tail shaft wind up
Fire hazards from the activation of fuel and temperature
Information management systems include
Retrieving test data from the Service Information System (SIS)
Equipment management systems
Factory passwords
Finding test data through, microfiche and SIS
Obtaining relevant Flash File information
Finding full load settings (FLS) and full torque settings (FTS), SIS or similar
Using the dynamometer and windows performance analysis reporting programs
Producing performance analysis report
Test equipment
Dynamometer, electronic technician, multimeter, flow meter, pressure gauges, communication adaptors, scroll box and stop watch
Performance tests
Rocker checks for oil
Fluid level checks
Fuel and cooling system checks
Emergency shut-down operation checks
Final walk around inspection
Manual and/or electronic tests of equipment and/or components
Cylinder cut out tests
Solenoid tests
Cycle times
Sensor tests
Lubrication pressure checks
Leak checks
Power checks using the dynamometer program, engine performance tools, transmission and hydraulic test equipment
Checks on alignments between components
Rectification strategy
Repair, referral, replacement, dispatch to other personnel

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to undertake advanced equipment testing and diagnostics. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with advanced equipment testing and diagnostics, or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment