Modification History
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Comment |
Release 1 |
Replaces AURB428202A Assess carbon fibre frames for repair Unit code updated to meet policy requirements Reference to OHS legislation replaced with new WHS legislation |
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to determine the extent of damage to carbon fibre bicycle frames, carry out simple repairs and facilitate complex repairs. 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 individuals who undertake the repair of carbon fibre bicycle frames in a bicycle retail, service and repair environment. |
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. Inspect bicycle frame |
1.1. Gather bicycle history, including riding incidents and accidents, by discussion with customer 1.2. Inspect bicycle frame for faults, wear or damage using visual, aural and tactile inspections and measurements 1.3. Arrange for non-destructive testing, if required, and where available 1.4. Assess repair or replacement options for bicycle frame 1.5. Document and cost repair for customer approval in accordance with workplace procedures 1.6. Obtain customer approval for work to be undertaken |
2. Prepare for repair of bicycle frame |
2.1. Plan repair sequence, including post-repair testing and checking process 2.2. Prepare list of parts and materials and determine availability 2.3. Identify need for additional persons to assist in repair process and make arrangements 2.4. Select and check tooling and equipment to meet job requirements 2.5. Prepare work area and set up equipment and materials |
3. Repair bicycle frame |
3.1. Use personal safety equipment and take precautions to protect others in the workplace 3.2. Use and maintain tooling and equipment in accordance with workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements 3.3. Prepare surface for repair avoiding contamination 3.4. Perform repair operations for bicycle frame according to plan 3.5. Seal the repaired area 3.6. Check bicycle frame specifications and test integrity of repair in accordance with workplace procedures |
4. Complete work and clean up |
4.1. Clean bicycle frame and prepare unit for delivery 4.2. Clean and store portable tooling and equipment in approved designated areas 4.3. Complete workplace records, customer file and warranty information as required by enterprise |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required skills include:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge includes:
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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 |
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. |
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. 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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Carbon fibre bicycle frames |
Carbon fibre bicycle frames may include:
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Repair assessment |
Repair assessment may include:
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Tooling and equipment |
Tooling and equipment may include:
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Materials |
Materials may include:
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Information /documents |
Information/documents may include:
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WHS requirements |
WHS requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:
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Legislative requirements |
Legislative requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice, and may include:
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Environmental requirements |
Environmental requirements may include:
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Quality requirements |
Quality requirements may include:
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Organisational policies and procedures |
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Bicycle |
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency field |
Technical - Chassis and Frame |