Elements and Performance Criteria

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, 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.
Suspension and steeringsystems may include:
dependant suspension
double wishbone suspension
independent suspension
McPherson strut suspension.
Brake systems may include:
anti-lock braking systems (ABS)
hydraulic braking systems
stability control.
Transmission and driveline assembly may include:
automatic and manual transmission
clutch assembly
driveline
final drive assembly.
Engine and fuel systems may include:
cooling system
emission control system
engine components.
Electrical and electronic systems may include:
batteries
charging systems
electrical circuits
electronic body management systems
electronic drive management systems
electronic spark ignition engine management system
ignition systems
lights
starting systems
vehicle sensors.
Latest technology may include:
battery electric vehicle
hybrid electric vehicle.
Research techniques may include:
internet
reference material including:
workshop manuals
repair guides
subject matter experts.

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
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:
apply automotive mechanical and electrical knowledge to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies
apply latest automotive technology knowledge and knowledge of specific vehicle types to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies
identify mechanical and electrical damage.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment is to occur:
using standard workplace practices and procedures
following safety requirements
applying environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with relevant:
regulatory requirements
Australian standards
industry codes of practice.
The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit:
a range of vehicles with mechanical and electrical damage
relevant information including manufacturer and component supplier specifications, workshop manuals and repair guides
relevant materials, resources and safety equipment
relevant WHS materials including workshop WHS procedures.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.