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AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY RETAIL, SERVICE & REPAIR - part 57

AURT5775A Prepare technical reports

Automotive

Industry

RS&R

746

AUR99 Version 4.00 Review by 30 June 2004

©Australian National Training Authority

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

• Locate, interpret and apply relevant information

• Apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence,

including the use of personal protective clothing and
equipment

• Identify and itemise steps and stages covering confirmation of

objective, research planning and conduct and report
preparation

• Complete a significant technical report covering:

• detailed research of the topic area

• a full analysis of the research outcomes

• conclusions and recommendations which are clearly

supported by the facts

• satisfaction of legal, regulatory or intellectual property law

requirements

• Modify activities to cater for variations in research findings

• Work effectively with others

Underpinning knowledge

• Technical writing and presentation techniques

• Enterprise (or equivalent) technical procedure formats, content

rules, preparation and management techniques

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 are required.

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

The candidate will need to:

Collect, analyse and
organise Information

Research, collect, organise and understand technical information
related to the subject area, developmental activities, testing
processes, diagnostic methods and options and safety procedures.

(Level 3)

EVIDENCE GUIDE

Underpinning skills )continued)

Communicate ideas and
information

Communicate ideas and information to ensure the completeness,
clarity and comprehension of the technical report by the target
audience.

(Level 2)

Plan and organise
activities

Plan and organise the research and writing effort to avoid any
back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage.

(Level 3)

Work with others and in a
team

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and
using cooperative approaches to optimise research and writing.

(Level 2)

Use mathematical ideas
and techniques

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly incorporate
calculation, measurements, calibration and test requirements into
research and validation activities.

(Level 3)

Solve problems

Establish processes which anticipate and allow for risks, cater for
both direct and indirect causes, avoid or minimise reworking and
avoid wastage in the research and report preparation activities.

(Level 3)

Use technology

Use the workplace technology related to document preparation
including computing systems and information management
systems, calculators and measuring devices.

(Level 2)

EVIDENCE GUIDE

Resource implications

• Access to a significant technical research and reporting

requirement, information sources and an appropriate working
environment

Method of assessment

• Assessment of this competency is most likely to be project

related and require portfolios or other forms of indirect
evidence of process. Direct evidence will include acceptance
of the final outcome/report by a competent authority

• Assessment must confirm the inference that competency is

able not only to be satisfied under the particular
circumstances, but is able to be transferred to other projects

Context/s of assessment

• Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace

simulated activity

AURT4770A Analyse

and

evaluate gas fuel system faults

Unit descriptor

This unit covers the competency to correctly analyse and
evaluate gas fuel systems in order to initiate action to sustain,
vary or enhance performance. It includes failure analysis
covering the complex diagnosis of multi-system and
intermittent faults as well as evaluation of performance
achievements and variations. It also requires the candidate to
identify, evaluate, select and record the most appropriate
response to the stated objective of the analysis and evaluation
process.

This unit forms part of the competency inventory for an
automotive technologist or subject matter specialist. It
encompasses and builds on trade level competencies.

ELEMENT 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 gas
fuel systems are accessed and interpreted

1.3

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

1.4

The effects of any 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

The most appropriate 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

AURT4770A Analyse and evaluate gas fuel system faults

Automotive Industry RS&R

408

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©Australian National Training Authority

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE

CRITERIA

2. Prepare

for

analysis

and evaluation
(continued)

2.4

Testing equipment is obtained and prepared for
application in accordance with regulatory, manufacturer/
component supplier and enterprise requirements Tools
and material required to support the diagnostic process
are identified, selected and prepared for use

2.5

Gas fuel system components are prepared for the
diagnostic process including park-up, isolation and
cleaning requirements

3. Apply the analysis and

evaluative
methodology

3.1

The 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 the 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 The most appropriate response option is selected from an

analysis of the options, the prevailing circumstance,
regulatory requirements and commercial policies

4.3 The selected response option is documented and reported

in accordance with regulatory and enterprise
requirements and practices

Restore the workplace

5.1 Material that can be reused is collected and stored

5.2 Testing equipment and other support material 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

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE

CRITERIA

Restore the workplace
(continued)

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 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

• 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

• Gas fuel system faults covered by this unit are to include

direct failures in safety systems, electrical systems, fuel
delivery system, sequential vapour injection, fuel
container, calibration and adjustment specifications,
component specifications, component assembly, system
modifications

• Gas fuel system failures 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 operations

Unit context

• OH&S requirements, 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, relevant 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 judged. They are to
include statistically based criteria and may include other
measures

AURT4770A Analyse and evaluate gas fuel system faults

Automotive Industry RS&R

410

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RANGE STATEMENT

Isolation procedures

•

Equipment isolation procedures are to regulatory, industry
and enterprise standards

Testing equipment

•

Testing equipment is to include multi-meters, data
scanners, and test lights, pressure/vacuum gauges, water
and mercury manometers, electronic leak detectors,
engine tune oscilloscopes, four gas engine analyser,
exhaust pressure gauge and may include other
manufacturer testing equipment

Tests

•

Tests to be conducted are to include liquid and vapour
pressure, leakage, operation of all safety components and
systems, electrical control systems, exhaust emissions,
engine performance, gas system performance and 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 tools and

equipment

• Workplace procedures relating to reporting and

communication

• Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and

application procedures for testing equipment and material

• Manufacturer/component supplier specifications,

schematics and operational procedures related to gas fuel
systems

• Australian Design Rules statutory

• Gas Fuel System Regulations

• Vehicle Industry Publications related to emerging gas fuel

system technology and technology changes

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 work order and locate and apply relevant

information

• Apply safety requirements including the isolation of

equipment and the 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

• Correctly diagnose gas fuel system faults, including one

fault from each category listed below:

• poor engine performance

• increased emission levels

• impact of a prior system modification

• incorrect installation of the gas system, and

• one caused by an influence from an external system

• Accurately record and report the diagnostic process and

findings and recommended rectification

• Work effectively with others

• Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace

context and environment

Underpinning knowledge

• Mechanical theory covering the concepts and principles

of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems

• General knowledge of the concepts, principles and

processes involved in planning and implementing
systems analysis and evaluation

• General knowledge of the theory of diagnosis including

concept, design and planning

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