Assessment Requirements for AURLTD007 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems

Release: 1

Assessment Requirements for AURLTD007 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems

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:

analyse and evaluate a fault in the:

steering system of a light vehicle

suspension system of a different light vehicle

steering system or suspension system of a third light vehicle.

Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to analysing and evaluating faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems, including procedures for working with:

stored energy in springs, air springs and torsion bars

high pressure and high temperature steering system fluids

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from steering and suspension systems

principles and processes involved in planning and implementing analysis and evaluation of light vehicle steering and suspension system faults

design and planning of diagnostic procedures of light vehicle steering and suspension system faults, including procedures for diagnosing:

hydraulic faults

mechanical faults

electrical faults

procedures for analysing and evaluating light vehicle steering and suspension system faults, including:

system failure analysis

component failure analysis

types, functions, operation and limitations of the following systems, including:

steering system and components:

manual steering

steering system theory, including steering angles

hydraulic power assisted steering

electric power assisted steering

electrohydraulic assisted steering

front suspension system and components, including short and long arm and MacPherson strut

rear suspension and components, including rigid axle and independent suspension

testing procedures for light vehicle steering and suspension systems, including:

power steering

manual steering

electrical controllers

hydraulic pressures

mechanical components

types, functions, operation and limitations of diagnostic testing equipment required to analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems

procedures for documenting and reporting the system analysis and evaluation process

requirements of Australian Design Rules (ADRs) relating to light vehicle steering and 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 light vehicle steering and 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 light vehicle steering and suspension system specifications

three different light vehicles with steering and suspension system faults

diagnostic equipment for light vehicle steering and suspension systems

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for analysing and evaluating light vehicle steering and 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