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Specify and select components for a custom bicycle

Specify and select components for a custom bicycle

Unit of competency
National Code
AURB332301A
State Code
D7580
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/06/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/09/2011
Field of Education
030599 - Automotive Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
26/09/2011
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to calculate measurements and select bicycle components to meet the client's cycling requirements.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Gather information about the client
  • 1.1. Check and confirm customer requirements, including price range and intended use of the unit
  • 1.2. Assess physical attributes and riding style of customer by discussion, observation and measurements
  • 1.3. Discuss features and benefits of various frame materials and designs with customer
  • 1.4. Use sizing cycle, or other methods, to analyse optimum bicycle measurements and set-up
2. Select bicycle frame or specify measurements for custom frame
  • 2.1. Identify suitable frame types and configurations to match customer requirements
  • 2.2. Research bicycle design principles and check available custom builders, stock item suppliers and specifications
  • 2.3. If stock frame preferred, check frame measurements and select frame to match rider's size and intended use
  • 2.4. If custom frame preferred, calculate measurements and decide on frame material and build method
3. Select wheels or specify wheel building requirements
  • 3.1. Determine wheel size to suit frame measurements
  • 3.2. Identify rims, spokes and hub types to suit intended use of unit
  • 3.3. Discuss features and benefits of various wheel designs and components with customer
  • 3.4. Select stock wheels and components or calculate specifications and design for custom wheels
4. Select bicycle components
  • 4.1. Research catalogues and suppliers of bicycle components and discuss options with customer
  • 4.2. Select components to suit bicycle design and intended use within price range
5. Confirm details for custom bicycle
  • 5.1. Specify custom paint requirements, if required
  • 5.2. Prepare parts list and determine availability
  • 5.3. Calculate and document costs and obtain customer approval
6. Prepare bicycle for delivery
  • 6.1. Check the assembled custom bicycle for correct operation and specifications
  • 6.2. Make adjustments, if required, and prepare unit for delivery to the customer
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WF046 AURBTA3006 Identify and select components for custom bicycles Unit of competency
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