Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the application of the required skills and knowledge to remove and replace air conditioning systems. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to the automotive and related component manufacturing environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a specialist level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority. |
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 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. De-gas air conditioning system |
1.1. Activities are carried out according to OHS and organisation requirements 1.2. De-gassing requirements are accessed and interpreted from appropriate manufacturer specifications, industry codes of practice and relevant legislation 1.3. System is de-gassed using approved recovery unit |
2. Remove air conditioning system |
2.1. Removal information is accessed and interpreted from job and manufacturer specifications 2.2. Fittings and materials are disassembled for removal in accordance with manufacturer and safety requirements 2.3. Air conditioning system is removed using appropriate techniques, tools and equipment |
3. Replace air conditioning system |
3.1. Replacement information is accessed and interpreted from job and manufacturer specifications 3.2. Fittings and materials are assembled for replacement in accordance with manufacturer and safety requirements 3.3. Air conditioning system is replaced using appropriate tools and techniques |
4. Gas and commission air conditioning system |
4.1. Gassing information is accessed and interpreted from appropriate manufacturer specifications, industry codes of practice and relevant legislation 4.2. System is gassed and performance tested using approved methods and equipment 4.3. System installation is verified as operational in accordance with organisation requirements |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section 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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OHS requirements may include: |
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. |
Organisation requirements may include: |
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Tools and equipment may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Automotive Manufacturing |
Competency field
Competency field |
Truck/Bus/Trailer Manufacture and Assembly |
Co-requisite units
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