Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the competence required to repair/retrofit automotive air conditioning systems. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit includes identification and confirmation of work requirement, preparation for work, degassing and re-gassing of the system, repair and retrofit of system and the completion of work finalisation processes, including clean-up and documentation. Work involved includes automotive air conditioners fitted to light vehicles, heavy vehicles, mobile plant and equipment, and marine craft. Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem-solving skills in managing own work activities and contributing to a productive team environment. Requirements of State/Territory licences to purchase ozone depleting substance and State/Territory licences to handle ozone depleting substance are to be observed. Work is carried out in accordance with award provisions. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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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 performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare to repair and retrofit air conditioner system |
1.1. Nature and scope of work requirements are identified and confirmed 1.2. OH&S requirements, including individual State/Territory regulatory requirements and personal protection needs are observed throughout the work 1.3. Procedures and information such as workshop manuals and specifications, and tooling required, are sourced 1.4. Method options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected and prepared 1.5. Technical and/or calibration requirements for repair and retrofit are sourced and support equipment is identified and prepared 1.6. Warnings in relation to working with air conditioning and refrigerant are observed |
2. De-gas and re-gas air conditioner system |
2.1. Correct information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer/component supplier specifications 2.2. System is de-gassed using approved recovery unit 2.3. System is evacuated in accordance with manufacturer/ component supplier specifications and industry codes of practice and State/Territory legislation with reference to ozone depleting substances 2.4. System is re-gassed and performance tested using approved methods and equipment 2.5. De-gas and re-gas air conditioner system is completed without causing damage to any component or system 2.6. De-gassing and re-gassing operations are carried out with respect to ozone depleting substances and according to industry regulations/guidelines, OH&S legislation, legislation and enterprise procedures/policies |
3. Repair/retrofit air conditioning systems |
3.1. Correct information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer/component supplier specifications 3.2. Air conditioning repair/retrofit procedures are determined after performance testing 3.3. Repair/retrofit of the system and components are carried out in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier specifications 3.4. Repair/retrofit air conditioning system is completed without causing damage to any component or system 3.5. Repair/retrofit is carried out according to industry regulations/guidelines, OH&S legislation, legislation and enterprise procedures/policies |
4. Prepare air conditioning system for use |
4.1. System is tested prior to placing into service and results are documented according to enterprise policies and procedures 4.2. Service schedule documentation is completed 4.3. Final inspection is made to ensure protective guards and safety features are in place 4.4. Job card is processed in accordance with workplace procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
A working knowledge of:
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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, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the 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 |
It is essential that competence is fully observed and there is ability to transfer competence to changing circumstances and to respond to unusual situations in the critical aspects of:
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
Application of competence is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated worksite Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints Assessment is to comply with regulatory requirements, including Australian Standards The following resources should be made available:
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Method of assessment |
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the automotive industry's RS&R Training Package Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on underpinning knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of key competencies Assessment may be applied under project related conditions and require evidence of process Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competence is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances It is preferable that assessment reflects a process rather than an event and occurs over a period of time to cover varying quality circumstances. Evidence of performance may be provided by customers, team leaders/members or other persons subject to agreed authentication arrangements Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role |
Guidance information for assessment |
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, 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. |
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Variables |
Variables may include:
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Faults |
Faults include excessive cabin temperature |
OH &S |
OH&S requirements are to be in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and enterprise safety policies and procedures. This may include protective clothing and equipment, use of tooling and equipment, workplace environment and safety, handling of material, use of fire fighting equipment, enterprise first aid, hazard control and hazardous materials and substances |
Personal protective equipment |
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation/regulations/codes of practice and workplace policies and practices |
Safe operating procedures |
Safe operating procedures are to include, but are not limited to the conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated with ozone depletion risks, vehicular movement, toxic substances, electrical safety, machinery movement and operation, manual and mechanical lifting and shifting, working in proximity to others and site visitors |
Emergency procedures |
Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include, but are not limited to emergency shutdown and stopping of equipment, extinguishing fires, enterprise first aid requirements and site evacuation |
Environmental requirements |
Environmental requirements are to include but are not limited to ozone depletion protection, waste management, noise, dust and clean-up management |
Quality requirements |
Quality requirements are to include, but are not limited to regulations, including Australian Standards, internal company quality policy and standards and enterprise operations and procedures |
Statutory /regulatory authorities |
Statutory/regulatory authorities may include Federal, State/Territory and local authorities administering acts, regulations and codes of practice |
Tooling and equipment |
Tooling and equipment may include hand tooling, refrigerant leak detecting equipment, evacuation equipment, refrigerant recovery and/or recycling equipment, thermometers, ram air fan and refrigerant re-gassing equipment |
Materials |
Materials may include spare parts, refrigerant, refrigerant oils and cleaning material |
Communications |
Communications are to include, but are not limited to verbal and visual instructions and fault reporting and may include site specific instructions, written instructions, plans or instructions related to job/task, telephones and pagers |
Information /documents |
Sources of information/documents may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Technical |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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Competency field
Competency field |