Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the application of the required skills and knowledge to prepare, set up and test plant or components thereof, tooling, equipment, product or system in accordance with an industry standard test. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit applies to the automotive and related component manufacturing environment and involves application of skills and knowledge to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains Employability Skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan for the testing of plant or components thereof, tooling, equipment, product or systems |
1.1. Applicable organisational requirements relevant to the testing of plant or components thereof , tooling , equipment , product or systems are verified and complied with throughout the work activity 1.2. Instructions , plans and/or workplace check sheets are read and interpreted to identify processes and materials to complete work tasks 1.3. Required test equipment and tools are identified, accessed and obtained in accordance with work plans and organisational and inventory procedures 1.4. Testing sequence and specified procedures for the tests are determined in accordance with relevant national and international standards, organisational procedures and manufacturers' instructions |
2. Prepare and calibrate testing equipment |
2.1. Test equipment and tools are checked to ensure that they are functioning correctly according to operating instructions and/or manuals 2.2. Test equipment is prepared for testing and where necessary, calibration verified in accordance with organisational standards or requirements 2.3. Components to be tested are prepared and connected to the test equipment |
3. Conduct tests of components of plant, tooling, equipment, product or systems |
3.1. Components are functionally tested or cycled through the prescribed test procedures in accordance with the test specifications 3.2. Evidence of wear, unserviceability, malfunction or out-of-tolerance adjustment is detected and reported, and any necessary action taken |
4. Interpret test results of components of plant, tooling, equipment, product or systems |
4.1. Results of tests are reviewed and interpreted to identify possible causes of malfunction or unserviceability using maintenance records and/or fault diagnosis guides 4.2. Further tests are conducted where required to confirm or refute potential causes of malfunction or unserviceability |
5. Initiate corrective action on test results |
5.1. Remedial action is implemented where indicated and in accordance with organisational procedures 5.2. Recommendations are documented in accordance with organisational procedures |
6. Complete the work processes |
6.1. The outcomes of all tests and observations, and any subsequent analysis of detected faults, malfunctions or out-of-tolerance adjustments are reported and recorded in maintenance logs or other records in accordance with organisational procedures 6.2. Test results and recommended actions are reported to relevant personnel for advice and/or approval 6.3. Test documentation is stored and/or distributed in accordance with organisational procedures 6.4. Equipment and tools are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored at the completion of the process in accordance with organisational procedures 6.5. Work area is cleaned and restored in accordance with organisational procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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 this Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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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:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. Add any 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. |
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Organisation requirements may include: |
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Plant or components thereof , tooling , equipment , product or systems may include: |
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Instructions may include: |
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Inventory procedures may include: |
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Procedures for the tests may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Technical - Tools and Equipment |
Competency field
Competency field |
Manufacturing - Common |
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.