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AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY RETAIL, SERVICE & REPAIR - part 71

AURT5724A Analyse and evaluate tracked mobile plant undercarriage and suspension system faults

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Underpinning knowledge
(continued)

• The functions of hydraulic pressure within undercarriage

and suspension systems

• Detailed knowledge of the types, function, operations and

limitations of mobile plant track systems/components

• Detailed knowledge of the types, function, operations and

limitations of tracked mobile plant undercarriage
systems/ components

• Detailed knowledge of the types, function, operations and

limitations of tracked mobile plant suspension systems/
components

• General knowledge of mobile plant digital computing

systems

• General knowledge of the theory of diagnosis including

concept, design and planning

• Detailed knowledge of the types, functions, operations

and limitations of diagnostic testing equipment

• General knowledge of the methods and processes for

recording and reporting diagnostic findings and
recommendations

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, organise and understand technical information
related to contemporary track, undercarriage and suspension
systems, monitoring and testing processes, diagnostic methods
and options and safety procedures.

(Level 3)

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Underpinning skills (continued)

Communicate ideas and
information

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of
work requirements and specifications, coordination of work
with site supervisor, other workers and customers, the reporting
of work outcomes and the completion of regulatory,
commercial and vehicle information systems inputs.

(Level 2)

Plan and organise
activities

Plan and organise activities including the planning of analytical
processes, the establishment of evaluative (success) criteria, the
preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of
testing equipment and material to avoid any back tracking,
workflow interruptions or wastage.

(Level 2)

Work with others and in
a team

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

(Level 2)

Use mathematical ideas
and techniques

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete
measurements, calculate analytical requirements, calibrate and
establish testing equipment and present analytical results.

(Level 2)

Solve problems

Establish analytical processes, including diagnostic processes,
which anticipate and allow for risks, cater for both direct and
indirect evidence, avoid or minimise reworking and avoid
wastage.

(Level 3)

Use technology

Use the workplace technology related to systems analysis and
diagnosis, information research and management systems,
testing equipment, maintenance equipment, tools, calculators
and measuring devices.

(Level 2)

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Resource implications

•

Access to a realistic requirement and objective(s) for
analysis and evaluation, operational tracked mobile plant
undercarriage and suspension systems with real or
simulated faults, monitoring processes and testing
equipment appropriate to the objective(s), research
facilities and technical information and a realistic work
environment

Method of assessment

•

Assessment of this competency is most likely to be
project related under real or simulated conditions and
require portfolios or other forms of indirect evidence of
process. Direct evidence may include certification of
compliance of the final outcome/product or authorisation
for use 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
circumstances

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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AURT5725A Analyse and evaluate wheeled mobile plant braking systems faults

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AURT5725A

Analyse and evaluate wheeled mobile plant
braking systems faults

Unit descriptor

This unit covers the competency to correctly analyse and
evaluate wheeled mobile plant braking 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
wheeled mobile plant brake systems 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 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

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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

2.5

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

2.6

Wheeled mobile plant brake 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 technical 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

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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

• Wheeled mobile plant covers all mobile plant other than

those with tracked undercarriage. Included are loaders,
dump trucks, graders, scrapers, industrial tractors, material
handling machines, agricultural harvesters and other rural
equipments

• Braking systems to be covered in this unit are to include

foundation, ABS with traction control, air over hydraulic,
hydraulic over hydraulic, air brakes, regenerative braking,
full hydraulic, compression and transmission retarders

• Braking system failures covered by this unit are to include

air supply capacity and response, application and release
times, brake balance, brake drum wear,
calibration/adjustment specifications, component damage,
conductors – piping specifications, contamination, fluids
out of specification, friction material abnormalities, leaks,
overheating, system pressures

• Braking 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 include vehicle industry regulations,

safety management systems, hazardous substances and
dangerous goods code and safe operating procedures

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Unit context (continued)

•

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

Isolation procedures

•

Equipment isolation procedures are to industry and
enterprise standards

Testing equipment

•

Testing equipment is to include air gauges, computer-
based diagnostic systems, micrometers, multi-meter,
pressure gauges, temperature gauges, verniers and may
include brake timer and electronic stethoscope

Tests

•

Tests to be conducted are to include accumulator pressure,
disk stack height, pressure, system performance
(distance/balance), sensor/actuator and wiring harness
integrity, sampling (collection and processing wear
analysis (drum/disk/lining material) and
monitoring/analysis of computer-based diagnostic
systems

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 wheeled
mobile plant braking systems

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Information and
procedures (continued)

• Australian Design Rules

• Vehicle Industry Regulations

• Vehicle Industry Publications related to emerging braking

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

• Complete failure analyses on a minimum of three (3)

wheeled mobile plant braking systems with real or
simulated multi-system and intermittent faults and
identify, evaluate, select and record the most appropriate
rectification measure

• Analyse and validate or recommend variations to a

minimum of two (2) available repair/modification
procedures for wheeled mobile plant braking systems

• Accurately record and report the diagnostic process and

findings and recommended rectification for two of the
above

• Work effectively with others

• Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace

context and environment

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