Unit of competency Outline

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Install or replace mechanical units/ assemblies

Install or replace mechanical units/ assemblies

Unit of competency
National Code
AUM8091B
State Code
W9205
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/09/2008
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/12/2009
Field of Education
030701 - Mechanical Engineering
Original Release Date
09/12/2009
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit describes the application of the required skills and knowledge to install or replace units/assemblies.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Install and test mechanical units/assemblies
  • 1.1. Installation and testing activities are carried out according to OHS and organisation requirements
  • 1.2. Appropriate fittings and materials are selected for the installation
  • 1.3. Appropriate tools and equipment are used for the installation and testing processes
2. Remove, replace and test mechanical units/assemblies
  • 2.1. Appropriate information is accessed and interpreted from appropriate manufacturer specifications
  • 2.2. Protective clothing and equipment appropriate to the replacement activities is used
  • 2.3. Mechanical units/assemblies are replaced and tested
Legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures and may include: the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organisation and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering the use of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling procedures including lifting and carrying.

access and equity principles and practices
environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
emergency and evacuation procedures
equipment use procedures
ethical standards
legal obligations
maintenance and storage procedures
organisational and site guidelines
policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility
procedural manuals
quality assurance guidelines
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
recording and reporting guidelines.

hand tools, jacking, support and lifting equipment, power tools, air tools
special equipment for installation and replacement.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

compliance with relevant legislative, regulations, standards, codes of practice and establish safe practices and enterprise policies and procedures for managing personal work priorities
maintaining a working knowledge of current work systems and practices
working and communicating effectively and positively with others involved in the work

applying, within authority, the requirements of the job or work role in relation to:

achieving production goals
achieving work quality goals
responding positively to changing work requirements
contributing effectively to cost reduction initiatives
effectively applying problem solving techniques
modify activities to cater for variations in organisation context and environment
employ safe working practices
install or replace mechanical units/assemblies
test installation.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment
assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process
assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of organisation relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5764 AUM8091A Install or replace mechanical units/assemblies Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WE159 AUMGTM3003 Install or replace mechanical units and assemblies Unit of competency