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AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY RETAIL, SERVICE & REPAIR - part 20

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AURM4412A Analyse and repair complex performance driveline systems

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AURM4412A Analyse

and

repair complex performance

driveline systems

Unit descriptor

This unit covers the competency to analyse and repair complex
performance transmission, final drive and drivelines including
engine to transmission drive couplings. This includes testing,
determining repair and/or performance enhancement strategies,
conducting repairs, adjustments and post-repair checks.

Prerequisites

AUR06666A Repair transmissions (manual)

AUR12666A Repair final drive assemblies

AUR13166A Repair final drive (drivelines)

AURM3405A Conduct non-destructive testing

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE

CRITERIA

1. Identify and confirm the

fault

1.1

Controlling body rules, category rules, supplementary
regulations and team requirements are used to determine
task specifications including configuration, equipment,
quality and quantities

1.2

Benchmark specifications for a correctly functioning
transmission/final drive/driveline are accessed and
interpreted

1.3

OH&S requirements including equipment and system
isolation requirements and personal protection needs are
observed throughout the work

1.4

The details of the fault are examined and available
preliminary information is documented

1.5

The effects of the fault are identified and confirmed from
direct and/or indirect evidence

1.6

Possible safety impacts of the fault are considered and
responded to in accordance with regulatory and team
obligations and practices

2. Prepare for fault

analysis

2.1

Possible causes of the fault, including intermittent faults
are identified from an analysis of technical support
information and available on-board diagnostic systems

2.2

The most appropriate analysis process, including
sequence, tests and testing equipment are developed
and/or identified and selected from the range of available
options

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CRITERIA

2. Prepare for fault analysis

(continued)

2.3

Testing equipment is obtained and prepared for the
application in accordance with regulatory, manufacturer/
component supplier and team requirements

2.4

Tools and material required to support the diagnostic
process are identified, selected and prepared for use

2.5

Complex performance driveline system components are
prepared for the diagnostic process including isolation
and cleaning requirements

3. Diagnose the fault and

determine repair/
performance
enhancement strategies

3.1

The selected analysis process is followed in accordance
with specifications and directions and/or the locally
authorised method

3.2

Test and testing equipment are applied in accordance
with regulatory requirements and the manufacturer/
component supplier specifications

3.3

Test results and other diagnostic findings are verified, if
necessary by using reliable alternate or optional
processes

3.4

Authority is obtained to partly dismantle components, to
permit an accurate inspection of analysed fault/s, if
required

3.5

Valid conclusions are drawn about the cause and the
direct and indirect consequences of the fault are drawn
from available evidence and documented to team
requirements

3.6

Options for rectifying the fault/enhancing performance
are identified from research of technical support
information

3.7

The most appropriate option is selected from an analysis
of the options, the prevailing circumstance, regulatory
requirements and team policies

3.8

The selected repairs/modifications/adaptation of
equipment are documented and communicated to
appropriate persons including the analysis outcome and
repair requirements

4. Conduct repairs/

implement performance
improvement strategies

4.1 Repairs and adjustments to components/sub-assemblies

are carried out in accordance with
manufacturer/component supplier specifications for
methods, equipment used and tolerance relative to the
system

4.2 Post-repair checks and vehicle start up are conducted

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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE

CRITERIA

5. Clean up work area and

maintain records

5.1 Testing equipment and tools are returned to be cleaned,

maintained and prepared ready for further use or stored in
accordance with manufacturer/component supplier
specifications and team requirements

5.2 Surplus and unserviceable components are removed in

accordance with team procedures

5.3 Problems with the work area and/or the operation of the

equipment are identified and reported to appropriate
persons

5.4 Recording of work/vehicle documentation is inspected

for completeness including component life records

RANGE STATEMENT

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of
competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit
as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this
particular unit:

Unit scope

• Work includes the analysis and maintenance of complex

performance transmission, final drive and drivelines
including engine-transmission drive couplings. This
includes testing, determining repair and/or performance
improvement strategies, conducting repairs, adjustments
and post-repair checks

• A complex performance transmission is defined as one that

is a specialised motorsport/performance component which
integrates two or more systems that use either mechanical,
hydraulic, pneumatic or electrical/electronic media

• Driveline systems are to cover all sub-systems and

components including clutches, torque converters, manual
and automatic transmissions, drive shafts and final drives

• Diagnosis is to cover that for module and parts

replacement in related electrical, electronic, pneumatic or
hydraulic control systems

• Driveline system faults covered by this unit include

abnormal gear wear, abnormal clutch operations,
contamination, hard shifting, harshness, loose mountings,
leaks, lubrication, noises, transmission slippage and
vibrations.

• Driveline system faults covered by this unit are to include

indirect faults caused by the influence of external systems
which may or may not be faulty in their primary operation

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Unit context

• OH&S requirements include relevant state and

commonwealth legislation, safety management systems,
controlling body requirements, manufacturer/component
supplier specifications and safe operating procedures

• Work is carried out in accordance with legislative

obligations (including environmental requirements),
relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures
and insurance requirements

• Work requires individuals to demonstrate analytical and

organisational ability, judgement and problem solving
skills in the analysis and maintenance of complex
performance driveline systems

Tools and equipment

• Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:

•

hand tools

•

manufacturer/component supplier specialist tools

•

jacking and lifting equipment

•

measuring devices and test instruments

•

computerised diagnostic systems

•

computers and related software

Personal protective
equipment

•

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed
under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and
practices

Information and
procedures

• Controlling body rules, category rules and supplementary

regulations

• Team procedures relating to applying diagnosing and

maintaining complex performance driveline systems

• Team records of life of components

• Task instructions including work sheets, check lists, plans,

drawings and designs

• Team procedures relating to reporting and communication

• Team procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

• Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and

application procedures for testing equipment and material

• Australian Design Rules (where applicable)

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EVIDENCE GUIDE

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to
confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and
should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.

Critical aspects of
evidence

• Interpret and apply team requirements, controlling body

and category rules and supplementary regulations

• Apply safety requirements including the isolation of

equipment and the use of personal protective equipment

• Follow task instructions, operating procedures and

inspection processes to:

• minimise the risk of injury to self and others

• prevent damage to competition vehicle or equipment

• achieve required outcomes within team time and quality

standards

• Correctly analyse, repair and conduct post-repair checks

on a minimum of four (4) driveline systems faults (on
more than one transmission type), and involve:

• selection, noise, vibration, harshness or slipping faults

• with at least two having possible combination causes

involved in the sub-systems (clutches, torque
converters, transmission, drive shafts and final drives)
or control systems

• where the scope of the faults necessitate the use of a

range of testing equipment

• Work effectively with others

• Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace

context and environment

Underpinning knowledge

• Types, function, operations and limitations of complex

performance transmission, final drive, driveline and
drivelines including engine-transmission drive couplings
such as clutches, torque converters etc.

• Diagnosis and testing procedures and test instrument

application

• Symptom and cause differentiation

• Repair and/or performance improvement strategies

• Removal, replacement and repair, adjustment and post-

repair check procedures

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Underpinning knowledge
(continued)

• Diagnosis theory including concept, design and planning

• Record keeping procedures

• Procedures for reporting equipment faults and component

defects

• Team guidelines regarding acceptable quality and

tolerance levels

• Equipment safety requirements

• OH&S policies and procedures

Underpinning skills

These include a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life, which are
required in most jobs. Some of these are covered by the national key competencies, although
others may be added. The questions below highlight how these processes are applied in this
competency unit. The number in brackets indicates the level to which the key competency
needs to be demonstrated where (1) is where work is within set conditions and process, (2) is
where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised, and (3) is where
the design and/or development of conditions or process is required.

How will the candidate
apply the following key
competency in this unit?

The candidate will need to:

Collect, analyse and
organise information

Collect, organise and understand information related to the
analysis and repair of complex performance driveline systems
including the relevant technical, regulatory, environmental and
safety requirements.

(Level 2)

Communicate ideas and
information

Communicate ideas and information to enable clarification of the
requirements, co-ordination of work with supervisors, and other
workers, and the reporting of work outcomes and resolution of
problems.

(Level 2)

Plan and organise
activities

Plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout
of the work area and the co-ordination of equipment, systems and
material to avoid any backtracking, work flow interruptions or
wastage.

(Level 2)

Work with others and in
a team

Work with others to foster the team by recognising dependencies
and using co-operative approaches to optimise communication,
workflow and productivity.

(Level 2)

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Underpinning skills (continued)

Use mathematical ideas
and techniques

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete
measurements and calculations required during the analysis and
repair of complex performance driveline systems.

(Level 2)

Solve problems

Create and apply systematic diagnostic and problem solving
techniques to anticipate problems, avoid re-working and avoid
wastage.

(Level 2)

Use technology

Use the workplace technology related to the analysis and repair
of complex performance driveline systems including tools,
measuring devices, test instruments, workshop equipment,
calculators and computers.

(Level 2)

EVIDENCE GUIDE

Resource implications

• Access to competition vehicles and associated test

instruments in real or appropriately simulated situations
involving the application of analysis and repair techniques
and to the related computing, operational and inventory
support systems

This includes real or simulated work areas, material,
equipment and information on work specifications, team
requirements, organisation procedures, relevant safety
procedures, regulations and quality standards

Method of assessment

• Assessment methods must confirm consistency of

performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant
contexts

• Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and

questioning on underpinning knowledge

• Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in

conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

Context/s of assessment

• Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace

simulated facility with relevant process equipment, material,
work instructions and deadlines

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