Unit of competency
Modification History
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Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to remove and replace electrical units and assemblies. Electrical units and assemblies include headlights, tail-lights, and vehicle and machinery control modules that do not require programming procedures on replacement. These electrical units and assemblies are not connected to vehicle controller area network databus (CAN-bus) topography.
It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The electrical units and assemblies include those fitted to agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, motorcycles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Competency Field
Electrical
Unit Sector
Technical - Electrical and Electronic
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Prepare to remove and replace electrical unit and assemblies |
1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications are accessed and interpreted 1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.4 Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability |
2. Remove electrical unit and assembly |
2.1 Removal information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer and component supplier specifications 2.2 Electrical unit and assembly are removed using approved methods, tools and equipment and according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 2.3 Unit and assembly are handled and stored according to manufacturer and component supplier requirements |
3. Replace electrical unit and assembly |
3.1 Replacement information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer and component supplier specifications 3.2 Electrical unit and assembly are replaced using approved methods, tools and equipment and according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures |
4. Test electrical unit and assembly |
4.1 Replaced electrical unit and assembly are checked and tested to confirm correct operation and that no other problems are present, according to workplace procedures and without causing damage to components or systems 4.2 Test results are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for repairs or adjustments as required |
5. Complete work processes |
5.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or machinery is presented ready for use 5.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected 5.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures 5.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria.
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Range of Conditions
This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Safety requirements must include: |
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Unit Mapping Information
Equivalent to AURETR2008 Remove and replace electrical units and assemblies
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b4278d82-d487-4070-a8c4-78045ec695b1