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Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in stability, steering and suspension systems
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in stability, steering and suspension systems
Unit of competency
National Code
AURETD5002
AURETD5002
State Code
WF076
WF076
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2013
Field of Education
030505 - Automotive Electrics And Electronics
Original Release Date
08/07/2013
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit covers the competence to analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic stability/steering/suspension systems in order to initiate action to sustain, vary or enhance performance.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and confirm the work requirement
- 1.1. Work instructions and reports are used to determine the nature and objective of the analysis and evaluation requirements.
- 1.2. Benchmark specifications for correctly functioning electrical and electronic stability/steering/suspension systems are accessed and interpreted.
- 1.3. WHS requirements, including regulatory requirements, equipment and system isolation requirements and personal protection needs are observed throughout the work.
- 1.4. Effects of systemic deficiencies/discrepancies or faults are identified and confirmed from indirect and/or direct evidence.
- 1.5. Possible safety impacts of the work are considered and responded to in accordance with regulatory and enterprise obligations and practices.
2. Prepare for analysis and evaluation
- 2.1. Evaluative criteria are developed/adopted to meet the objective of the work.
- 2.2. System performance achievements and/or discrepancies are identified from an analysis of technical support information and available on-board diagnostic systems.
- 2.3. Analytical and evaluative methodology, including diagnostic process, sequence, tests and testing equipment are developed and/or identified and selected from the range of available options.
- 2.4. Testing equipment is obtained and prepared for application in accordance with regulatory, manufacturer/ component supplier and enterprise requirements.
- 2.5. Tooling and materials required to support the diagnostic process are identified, selected and prepared for use.
- 2.6. Electrical and electronic stability/steering/suspension system components are prepared for the diagnostic process, including park-up, isolation and cleaning requirements.
3. Apply the analysis and evaluative methodology
- 3.1. Selected analytical and diagnostic process is followed in accordance with specifications and directions and/or the locally authorised method.
- 3.2. Tests and testing equipment are applied in accordance with regulatory requirements and manufacturer/ component supplier specifications.
- 3.3. Analytical and other diagnostic findings are verified, if necessary, by using reliable alternate or optional processes, and documented.
- 3.4. Analytical findings and results are evaluated against the agreed criteria.
- 3.5. Valid conclusions are drawn from the available evidence and documented to enterprise requirements.
- 3.6. Information and detail related to the analysis and evaluation is provided to the appropriate parties in accordance with regulatory and commercial obligations.
4. Select response measure
- 4.1. Options for responding to the objective or need are identified from further research of technical support information.
- 4.2. A response option is selected from an analysis of the options, prevailing circumstance, regulatory requirements and commercial policies.
- 4.3. Selected response option is documented and reported in accordance with regulatory and enterprise requirements and practices.
5. Restore the workplace
- 5.1. Materials that can be reused is collected and stored.
- 5.2. Testing equipment and other support materials are cleaned, maintained and prepared ready for further use or stored in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier specifications and enterprise requirements.
- 5.3. Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures.
- 5.4. Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition in accordance with workplace procedures.
- 5.5. Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace.
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Failure analysis and evaluation process
The objective of the failure analysis and evaluation process may be to determine fault rectification measures, to effect variation in system characteristics and parameters or to enhance system performance.
Systems
Systems are to include traction, stability, steering and suspension systems across the range of vehicle types. Coverage is to include electronic stability systems, vehicle dynamic control, closed loop electronic steering and multi-class bus systems.
Electrical and electronic failures in stability/steering/ suspension system
Electrical and electronic failures in stability/steering/ suspension system covered by this unit are to include direct faults in input sensors, output actuators, wiring harness, computer systems, calibration/adjustment specifications, component specifications, component assembly, component damage and system modifications.
Stability/steering and suspension system failures
Stability/steering and suspension system failures covered by this unit are to include indirect faults caused by the influence of external systems (electrical and electronic) which may or may not be faulty in their primary operations.
Unit context
WHS requirements include legislation, vehicle industry regulations, safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and safe operating procedures.
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, Australian Design Rules, environmental legislation, health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements.
Work requires individuals to demonstrate research, analytical, judgement and problem-solving skills in the diagnosis of faults.
Evaluative criteria
Evaluative criteria, sometimes referred to as success factors, detail the criteria against which the achievement of the objectives of the analysis are to be judged. They are to include statistically based criteria and may include other measures.
Isolation procedures
Equipment isolation procedures are to be to industry and enterprise standards and are to include the disarming of supplementary restraint systems (SRS) by manufacturer/ component supplier specifications.
Testing equipment
Testing equipment is to include analogue and digital multimeters, lab oscilloscopes, data scanners and test lights, test LEDs and pulse generators, and may include other manufacturer/component supplier testing equipment.
Tests
Tests to be conducted are to include wiring and connector integrity, operator and specification of input and output devices, controlling electronic components and computers, data interpretation and readings related to direct, indirect and intermittent causes.
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices.
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the use of tooling and equipment.
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication.
Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and application procedures for testing equipment and materials.
Manufacturer/component supplier specifications, schematics and operational procedures related to stability/steering and suspension systems.
Australian Design Rules.
Vehicle industry regulations.
Vehicle industry publications related to emerging steering and suspension system technology and technology changes.
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.
Failure analysis and evaluation process
The objective of the failure analysis and evaluation process may be to determine fault rectification measures, to effect variation in system characteristics and parameters or to enhance system performance.
Systems
Systems are to include traction, stability, steering and suspension systems across the range of vehicle types. Coverage is to include electronic stability systems, vehicle dynamic control, closed loop electronic steering and multi-class bus systems.
Electrical and electronic failures in stability/steering/ suspension system
Electrical and electronic failures in stability/steering/ suspension system covered by this unit are to include direct faults in input sensors, output actuators, wiring harness, computer systems, calibration/adjustment specifications, component specifications, component assembly, component damage and system modifications.
Stability/steering and suspension system failures
Stability/steering and suspension system failures covered by this unit are to include indirect faults caused by the influence of external systems (electrical and electronic) which may or may not be faulty in their primary operations.
Unit context
WHS requirements include legislation, vehicle industry regulations, safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and safe operating procedures.
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, Australian Design Rules, environmental legislation, health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements.
Work requires individuals to demonstrate research, analytical, judgement and problem-solving skills in the diagnosis of faults.
Evaluative criteria
Evaluative criteria, sometimes referred to as success factors, detail the criteria against which the achievement of the objectives of the analysis are to be judged. They are to include statistically based criteria and may include other measures.
Isolation procedures
Equipment isolation procedures are to be to industry and enterprise standards and are to include the disarming of supplementary restraint systems (SRS) by manufacturer/ component supplier specifications.
Testing equipment
Testing equipment is to include analogue and digital multimeters, lab oscilloscopes, data scanners and test lights, test LEDs and pulse generators, and may include other manufacturer/component supplier testing equipment.
Tests
Tests to be conducted are to include wiring and connector integrity, operator and specification of input and output devices, controlling electronic components and computers, data interpretation and readings related to direct, indirect and intermittent causes.
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices.
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the use of tooling and equipment.
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication.
Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and application procedures for testing equipment and materials.
Manufacturer/component supplier specifications, schematics and operational procedures related to stability/steering and suspension systems.
Australian Design Rules.
Vehicle industry regulations.
Vehicle industry publications related to emerging steering and suspension system technology and technology changes.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Interpret work order and locate and apply information.
Apply safety requirements, including the isolation of equipment and use of personal protective equipment.
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage and wastage of goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality.
Complete failure analyses on a minimum of three different stability, steering and suspension systems with real or simulated multi-system and intermittent faults and identify, evaluate, select and document the most appropriate rectification measure.
Analyse and validate or recommend variations to a minimum of two available repair/modification procedures for different stability, steering and suspension systems.
Work effectively with others.
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Access to a requirement and objective(s) for analysis and evaluation, electrical and electronic stability/steering/suspension systems with real or simulated faults, monitoring processes and testing equipment appropriate to the objective(s), research facilities and technical information and a work environment.
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit of competence is most likely to be project related under real or simulated conditions and require portfolios or other forms of indirect evidence of process. Direct evidence may include certification of compliance of the final outcome/product or authorisation for use by a competent authority.
Assessment must confirm the inference that competence is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstances, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.
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.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Interpret work order and locate and apply information.
Apply safety requirements, including the isolation of equipment and use of personal protective equipment.
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage and wastage of goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality.
Complete failure analyses on a minimum of three different stability, steering and suspension systems with real or simulated multi-system and intermittent faults and identify, evaluate, select and document the most appropriate rectification measure.
Analyse and validate or recommend variations to a minimum of two available repair/modification procedures for different stability, steering and suspension systems.
Work effectively with others.
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Access to a requirement and objective(s) for analysis and evaluation, electrical and electronic stability/steering/suspension systems with real or simulated faults, monitoring processes and testing equipment appropriate to the objective(s), research facilities and technical information and a work environment.
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit of competence is most likely to be project related under real or simulated conditions and require portfolios or other forms of indirect evidence of process. Direct evidence may include certification of compliance of the final outcome/product or authorisation for use by a competent authority.
Assessment must confirm the inference that competence is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstances, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W5132 | AURT575093A | Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in stability/steering/suspension systems | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J832 | AUM50113 | Diploma of Automotive Manufacturing | Qualification |
| J423 | AUR50212 | Diploma of Automotive Technology | Qualification |