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Unit of competency details

AURTTD004 - Inspect and service suspension systems (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Current
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to AURTTD2004 - Inspect and service suspension systems 13/Apr/2016

Release Status:
Current
Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
1 1 (this release) 14/Apr/2016


Qualifications that include this unit

CodeSort Table listing Qualifications that include this unit by the Code columnTitleSort Table listing Qualifications that include this unit by the Title columnUsage RecommendationRelease
AUR21816 - Certificate II in Automotive Steering and Suspension System TechnologyCertificate II in Automotive Steering and Suspension System TechnologySuperseded1-2 
AUR21216 - Certificate II in Automotive Underbody TechnologyCertificate II in Automotive Underbody TechnologySuperseded1-2 
AUR31820 - Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Trailer TechnologyCertificate III in Heavy Commercial Trailer TechnologyCurrent
AUR21220 - Certificate II in Automotive Underbody TechnologyCertificate II in Automotive Underbody TechnologyCurrent1-2 
AUR31120 - Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical TechnologyCertificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical TechnologyCurrent1-2 
AUR30720 - Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment TechnologyCertificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment TechnologyCurrent1-2 
AUR32518 - Certificate III in Automotive Underbody TechnologyCertificate III in Automotive Underbody TechnologyCurrent1-3 
AUR40316 - Certificate IV in Motor Sport TechnologyCertificate IV in Motor Sport TechnologySuperseded1-2 
AUR21920 - Certificate II in Automotive Tyre Servicing TechnologyCertificate II in Automotive Tyre Servicing TechnologyCurrent1-2 
AUR30620 - Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical TechnologyCertificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical TechnologyCurrent1-3 
AUR21020 - Certificate II in Motor Sport TechnologyCertificate II in Motor Sport TechnologyCurrent1-2 
AUR32721 - Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle TechnologyCertificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle TechnologyCurrent1-2 
AUR30916 - Certificate III in Motor Sport TechnologyCertificate III in Motor Sport TechnologySuperseded1-2 
AUR31916 - Certificate III in Elevating Work Platform TechnologyCertificate III in Elevating Work Platform TechnologySuperseded1-2 
AUR31116 - Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical TechnologyCertificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical TechnologySuperseded1-2 
AUR31216 - Certificate III in Mobile Plant TechnologyCertificate III in Mobile Plant TechnologySuperseded1-2 
MSM41015 - Certificate IV in Recreational VehiclesCertificate IV in Recreational VehiclesSuperseded2-8 
AUR20516 - Certificate II in Automotive Servicing TechnologyCertificate II in Automotive Servicing TechnologySuperseded1-2 
AUR30416 - Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical TechnologyCertificate III in Agricultural Mechanical TechnologySuperseded1-2 
MSM31015 - Certificate III in Recreational Vehicle Service and RepairCertificate III in Recreational Vehicle Service and RepairSuperseded2-7 
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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  09/Aug/2016 
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Unit of competency

Modification History

Release 

Comment 

Release 1 

New unit of competency.

Application

This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service front and rear suspension systems. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the front and rear suspension system for wear, oil or air leaks and physical damage, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system, and completing workplace processes and documentation.

It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The suspension systems include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles, outdoor power equipment or trailers.

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

Competency Field

Mechanical Miscellaneous

Unit Sector

Technical - Steering and Suspension

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 inspect and service suspension system

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Servicing information is sourced and interpreted

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.4 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability

2. Inspect suspension system

2.1 Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 

2.2 Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications

2.3 Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments

3. Service suspension system

3.1 Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements , and without causing damage to components or systems

3.2 Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures

4.4 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.

Skills 

Description 

Learning skills to:

  • locate appropriate sources of information efficiently.

Reading skills to:

  • interpret information from manufacturer and workshop literature when seeking service procedures and specifications relating to suspension systems.

Writing skills to:

  • legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation when reporting inspection findings, making recommendations, and recording parts and material used.

Oral communication skills to:

  • clarify instructions
  • report inspection findings and make repair recommendations.

Numeracy skills to:

  • use basic mathematical operations, including addition and subtraction, to compare component wear to distances, tolerances and deviations in manufacturer specifications.

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:

  • work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for:
  • working with stored energy
  • isolating and stabilising vehicles and machinery.

Environmental requirements  must include: 

  • procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of lubricants and fluids released from suspension systems.

Unit Mapping Information

Equivalent to AURTTD2004 Inspect and service suspension systems

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b4278d82-d487-4070-a8c4-78045ec695b1

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release 

Comment 

Release 1 

New unit of competency.

Performance Evidence

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

  • inspect and service the front and rear suspension systems of two different vehicles or machinery.

Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

  • work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to inspecting and servicing suspension systems, including procedures for:
  • working with stored energy
  • isolating and stabilising vehicles and machinery
  • environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of lubricants and fluids released from suspension systems
  • identification, function and basic operation of major front and rear suspension components, including:
  • spring types and dampers
  • suspension arms
  • suspension components
  • types and applications of lubricants and fluids
  • inspection procedures for suspension systems, including:
  • analysing component wear
  • checking fluid and air leaks
  • evaluating physical damage
  • service and adjustment procedures for suspension systems, including:
  • adjusting and replenishing oil and fluid levels as required
  • lubricating components
  • post-service testing procedures for suspension systems.

Assessment Conditions

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

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 suspension 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:

  • automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace
  • workplace instructions
  • manufacturer suspension system specifications
  • two different vehicles or machinery with suspension systems requiring servicing
  • tools, equipment and materials appropriate for inspecting and servicing suspension systems.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b4278d82-d487-4070-a8c4-78045ec695b1

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b4278d82-d487-4070-a8c4-78045ec695b1