Modification History
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Comment |
Release 1 |
Replaces AURM441976B Test engines using a dynamometer 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 test engines using a dynamometer. It requires the technical ability to use a dynamometer to test engine performance and to analyse and interpret test results in order to maximise engine performance in the motorsport and performance enhancement environments. 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 set up, conduct dynamometer tests on engines and log, analyse and report the test data in order to maximise engine performance in motorsport and performance enhancement environments. |
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 performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for dynamometer operation |
1.1. Use team instructions, controlling body rules, category rules and component supplier specifications to specify job requirements, including design, quality, materials, equipment and specifications 1.2. Observe workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements, including regulatory requirements, equipment and system isolation requirements, extraction, fire hazard, fuel storage, scatter shields, noise regulations, environmental regulations and personal protection needs, throughout the work 1.3. Check dynamometer for calibration and serviceability and prepare for operation 1.4. Connect engine to dynamometer, including ancillary systems and monitoring/control systems 1.5. Connect exhaust extraction and check for serviceability 1.6. Prepare engine for dynamometer testing, including checking oil and water levels, and confirm engine tune and condition |
2. Conduct dynamometer testing |
2.1. Identify load and run sequence, including run-in period for new engines 2.2. Calculate correction factors and apply to results 2.3. Check engine connections to the dynamometer 2.4. Perform selected dynamometer testing sequence in accordance with technical specifications and directions and/or the locally authorised method 2.5. Analyse dynamometer test data and make valid conclusions about engine and sub-system condition and performance 2.6. Report findings, including recommendations for engine configuration and/or modifications to improve performance based on dynamometer data, to appropriate persons 2.7. Test approved modifications with confirmation runs 2.8. Present data to team members as information to complement engine/vehicle set-up |
3. Clean up work area and log test results |
3.1. Perform dynamometer shutdown procedure in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier requirements 3.2. Disconnect engine from dynamometer 3.3. Clean and refurbish dynamometer and associated tooling and equipment 3.4. Conduct operator maintenance of dynamometer 3.5. Log dynamometer test results to create/add to engine history |
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. 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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Dynamometers |
Dynamometers 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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Tooling and equipment |
Tooling and equipment may include:
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Information and procedures |
Information and procedures may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Motorsport |
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency field |
Technical - Engines |