Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers modifying and recommissioning equipment. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to modifications of electronic equipment including minor adjustments and alteration requirements through to experimental and development modifications of a complex nature and can include replacement and/or alterations of system equipment, sub-assemblies, PCBs and components etc. on analog and digital electronic equipment and systems. Where drafting skills are required, then Unit MEM09003B (Prepare basic engineering drawing) or Unit MEM09004B (Perform electrical/electronic detail drafting) should be considered. Unit MEM05002B (Perform high reliability soldering and desoldering) must also be selected if soldering of components is required to advanced or military specifications, where the reliability of electrical connections is critical, or where surface mounted devices are being soldered/de-soldered. This unit has dual status and is to be regarded as both a Specialisation band A unit and Specialisation band B unit for progression to C5 (AQF level V). Band : A Unit Weight : 4 |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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Path 1 |
MEM12004B |
Perform precision electrical/electronic measurement |
MEM18001C |
Use hand tools |
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MEM18002B |
Use power tools/hand held operations |
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MEM18056B |
Diagnose and repair analog equipment and components |
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MEM18065B |
Diagnose and repair digital equipment and components |
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. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Modify equipment |
1.1. Modification requirements are determined and understood by reference to circuit diagrams, schematics, equipment manuals and /or consultation with technical authority where appropriate. 1.2. Equipment is isolated to standard operational procedures. 1.3. Equipment is removed from system, if required, using correct and appropriate techniques and equipment. 1.4. Modification is carried out to equipment/sub-assembly/component in accordance with specifications or application requirements using correct and appropriate techniques and equipment. 1.5. Sub-assembly is refitted to equipment, if required, using correct and appropriate techniques and equipment. |
2. Return equipment to service |
2.1. Where required, circuit diagrams, schematics, equipment manuals etc. are amended to reflect modifications undertaken. 2.2. Checks and tests are undertaken to specifications using correct and appropriate techniques, test equipment and tools. 2.3. Equipment/system is recommissioned using correct and appropriate techniques and procedures. 2.4. Equipment/system is checked for operational compliance with specifications. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Look for evidence that confirms skills in:
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Required knowledge |
Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:
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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 |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to modify electronic equipment. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate. This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with modifying electronic equipment, or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit. |
Method of assessment |
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials. |
Guidance information for assessment |
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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Modifications |
Minor adjustments and alterations requirement to experimental and development modifications of a complex nature and can include replacement and /or alterations of system equipment, sub-assemblies, PCBs and components on analog and digital electronic systems |
Test equipment |
Continuity testers, ammeters, voltmeters, cathode ray oscilloscopes, frequency counters, signal generators, digital probes etc. |
Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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Competency field
Competency field |
Maintenance and diagnostics |