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Unit of competency details

AURPTA111 - Diagnose and repair pumping systems (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Current
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to AURPTA011 - Diagnose and repair pumping systems 12/Nov/2020

Release Status:
Current
Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
1 1 (this release) 13/Nov/2020


Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 030503 Vehicle Mechanics  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 030503 Vehicle Mechanics  13/Nov/2020 
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Unit of competency

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package Version 6.0

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the pumping systems of outdoor power equipment according to manufacturer specifications. The unit involves preparing for the task, sourcing the testing strategy, carrying out the diagnosis and the repair, performing post-repair testing, and completing workplace processes and documentation.

The unit applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The pumping systems are those of outdoor power equipment and include:

  • centrifugal pumps used for firefighting, irrigation and water transfer
  • diaphragm pumps used in orchard spraying
  • high pressure piston pumps used for pressure cleaners.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Outdoor Power Equipment Technical

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to diagnose and repair outdoor power equipment pumping system

1.1 Identify job requirements from workplace instructions

1.2 Identify required information for diagnosis activity

1.3 Analyse diagnostic options and source testing strategy to identify cause of fault using workplace and manufacturer procedures

1.4 Identify hazards and environmental issues associated with diagnose and repair activity, assess potential risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies and procedures

1.5 Identify tools and equipment required for testing strategy and establish serviceability according to workplace procedures

2. Diagnose pumping system

2.1 Implement diagnostic tests set out in testing strategy according to manufacturer and workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety requirements

2.2 Identify cause of fault through analysis of diagnostic test results.

2.3 Confirm and report cause of fault according to workplace procedures

2.4 Develop and report recommendations for necessary repairs according to workplace procedures

3. Repair pumping system

3.1 Identify required information for repair activity

3.2 Identify tools, equipment and materials required for repair activity and establish serviceability according to workplace procedures

3.3 Carry out repairs according to workplace and manufacturer procedures, manufacturer specifications, workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

3.4 Carry out post-repair testing according to workplace procedures, workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm equipment is ready for use

4.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures

4.3 Complete documentation 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.

S KILL 

DESCRIPTION 

Learning

  • Locates required sources of information efficiently
  • Develops a sequenced plan for a specific task.

Numeracy

  • Measures pumping system components and uses mathematical operations
  • Calculates deviations and tolerances from manufacturer specifications
  • Interprets pressure and flow volumes for pumping systems.

Oral communication

  • Clarifies instructions
  • Obtains information from customers and supervisors.

Reading

  • Interprets information from manufacturer and workshop literature when seeking pumping system specifications and procedures.

Planning and organising

  • Plans own work requirements
  • Prioritises actions to achieve required outcomes
  • Ensures tasks are completed within workplace timeframes.

Technology

  • Uses specialised diagnostic equipment.

Unit Mapping Information

Supersedes and is equivalent to AURPTA011 Diagnose and repair pumping systems.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b4278d82-d487-4070-a8c4-78045ec695b1

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package Version 6.0

Performance Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:

  • diagnose and repair at least one fault in each of the following pumping systems:
  • centrifugal pumping system
  • high pressure piston pumping system
  • diaphragm pumping system.

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:

  • methods to locate and interpret information required to diagnose and repair pumping systems, including:
  • information provided by customer and supervisors
  • manufacturer specifications and procedures or equivalent documentation
  • workplace procedures required to diagnose and repair pumping systems, including: 
  • establishing serviceability of tools and equipment
  • documentation procedures
  • housekeeping procedures, including:
  • examination of tools and equipment
  • storage of equipment
  • identification, tagging and isolation of faulty equipment
  • disposal of excess materials
  • recycling procedures
  • work health and safety (WHS) requirements relating to diagnosing and repairing pumping systems, including procedures for:
  • starting and operating pumping systems
  • working with exhaust fume hazards
  • working with 240 volt equipment
  • operating principles of positive and non-positive displacement pumping systems and associated components
  • application, purpose and operation of the following pumping systems and components, including:
  • centrifugal pumps used for firefighting, irrigation and water transfer
  • high pressure piston pumps used in pressure cleaners
  • diaphragm pumps used in orchard spraying
  • types of lubricants, and associated application and methods of lubrication
  • diagnostic testing procedures for pumping systems, including:
  • testing system for pressure, suction and discharge
  • isolating faults, including internal and external leakage
  • repair procedures for pumping systems, including:
  • dismantling, inspecting and evaluating, replacing and adjusting the following pumping system components:
  • filters and strainers
  • hose and pipe fittings and attachments
  • overload devices
  • protective guards and cowlings
  • handle assembly
  • lubrication systems
  • drive systems
  • mounting brackets and frame
  • assembling pumping system and completing operational tests
  • post-repair testing and re-testing procedures for pumping systems.

Assessment Conditions

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.

Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the pumping systems that they have worked on, e.g. repair orders.

Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

The following resources must be made available:

  • outdoor power equipment repair workplace or simulated workplace
  • workplace instructions
  • manufacturer specifications for pumping systems
  • area for safely testing pumping systems
  • pressure gauge
  • three pumping systems specified in the performance evidence with faults
  • tools, equipment and materials appropriate for diagnosing and repairing pumping systems.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b4278d82-d487-4070-a8c4-78045ec695b1