Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 1:20 AM AWST
23/07/2026 1:20 AM AWST
Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.
Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
Unit of competency
National Code
MEM18007B
MEM18007B
State Code
W5621
W5621
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/07/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
23/07/2014
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit covers diagnosing faults and repairing drives and transmission assemblies, and undertaking final adjustment and commissioning.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Undertake maintenance checks of mechanical drives and mechanical transmission components
- 1.1. Principles of mechanical drives and mechanical transmission components are understood.
- 1.2. The function of the main parts of the designated mechanical drive/transmission assembly is understood.
- 1.3. Appropriate maintenance principles, techniques, tools and equipment, mechanical drive/transmission components are used to check for wear, distortion, tensions, misalignment, fatigue, lubrication, slackness, tooth wear, breakages and other related malfunctions.
- 1.4. Assembly requiring further diagnosis, repair or adjustment is identified and findings are documented.
2. Adjust mechanical drives and transmission assemblies
- 2.1. Adjustment requirements are determined.
- 2.2. A suitable adjustment method is determined from manufacturers' instruction sheets, standard workshop manuals/procedures or other means.
- 2.3. Adjustment tools and equipment are selected according to the type of assembly being serviced.
- 2.4. Appropriate maintenance principles, techniques, tools and equipment are used, and drives/transmission components are tensioned, aligned balanced or adjusted to manufacturers'/site specifications according to safe workshop practices.
- 2.5. Drive/transmission assembly is checked after adjustment for correct operation or identified for further diagnosis or repair.
- 2.6. Service report is completed.
- 2.7. Further diagnosis or repair requirements are actioned.
3. Diagnose faults
- 3.1. Service reports are read and visual and sensory inspection of the drive/transmission assembly is undertaken.
- 3.2. Given manufacturers' specifications, and where applicable, diagnostic equipment drive/transmission assembly is tested using sound maintenance principles and procedures.
- 3.3. Faults are localised at the component level and identified for repair or replacement.
- 3.4. Fault causes are analysed and preventative measures to avoid re-occurrence are developed, documented and actioned by appropriate means.
- 3.5. Requirements for repair or replacement are actioned.
4. Repair mechanical drives/transmission assemblies
- 4.1. Service reports are read and visual and sensory inspection of the drive/transmission assembly is undertaken.
- 4.2. Task requirements are ascertained.
- 4.3. Tools and equipment are selected according to the type of assembly being serviced.
- 4.4. Mechanical drive/transmission assembly is dismantled using appropriate maintenance principles, techniques, tools, equipment and safe workshop practices.
- 4.5. Serviceable items are repaired using appropriate maintenance procedures according to manufacturers' specifications and standard workshop practices.
- 4.6. Standard replaceable items are selected and obtained using manufacturers' catalogues, spare parts lists, engineering specifications.
- 4.7. Component parts are refitted to mechanical drive/transmission assembly using sound maintenance principles, techniques, tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers'/site specifications.
5. Final adjustment and commissioning
- 5.1. Using applicable maintenance principles and procedures, drive/transmission components are tensioned, balanced, aligned or adjusted to suit specifications and operational requirements.
- 5.2. Drive/transmission assembly is checked after adjustment and operational performance is analysed.
- 5.3. Assembly is commissioned to specifications.
- 5.4. Service report is completed.
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.
Mechanical drive/transmission
Worm and worm wheel, line shafts, plumber blocks, pulleys, sprockets, belts, taper bush assemblies, roller chains, chain drives, mechanical and hydraulic couplings, compression couplings, disc type flexible couplings, spider type, chain couplings, universal joints, bevel gearing, rack and pinion gearing, dog toothed clutches, cone type clutches, expanding shoe type clutches, friction/plate type clutches, centrifugal clutches, toggle action linkages, magnetic clutches, sprag clutches, band type brakes and other associated drive components.
Service reports
According to workplace procedures
Sensory inspection
Vibration, heat, smell, sound, sight
Commissioned
Confirming readiness for use or return to service
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.
Mechanical drive/transmission
Worm and worm wheel, line shafts, plumber blocks, pulleys, sprockets, belts, taper bush assemblies, roller chains, chain drives, mechanical and hydraulic couplings, compression couplings, disc type flexible couplings, spider type, chain couplings, universal joints, bevel gearing, rack and pinion gearing, dog toothed clutches, cone type clutches, expanding shoe type clutches, friction/plate type clutches, centrifugal clutches, toggle action linkages, magnetic clutches, sprag clutches, band type brakes and other associated drive components.
Service reports
According to workplace procedures
Sensory inspection
Vibration, heat, smell, sound, sight
Commissioned
Confirming readiness for use or return to service
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
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to diagnose faults and repair drives and transmission assemblies and undertake final adjustment and commissioning. 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 maintaining/repairing mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies 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
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
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to diagnose faults and repair drives and transmission assemblies and undertake final adjustment and commissioning. 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 maintaining/repairing mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies 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
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| M0416 | MEM18.7AA | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAU87 | MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W245 | MEM40105 | Certificate IV in Engineering | Qualification |
| W247 | MEM50105 | Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade | Qualification |
| W237 | MEM30205 | Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade | Qualification |
| W726 | LMT31909 | Certificate III in Engineering - TCF Mechanic | Qualification |
| BEB3 | UEP50318 | Diploma of ESI Generation (Maintenance) | Qualification |
| J260 | UEP50312 | Diploma of ESI Generation (Maintenance) | Qualification |
| BEB8 | UEP40518 | Certificate IV in ESI Generation Maintenance (Mechanical) | Qualification |
| J257 | UEP40312 | Certificate IV in ESI Generation Maintenance (Mechanical) | Qualification |