AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY RETAIL, SERVICE & REPAIR - part 99

AURT5773A Evaluate and select bodywork material, equipment and processes 

Automotive Industry RS&R 

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EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Underpinning knowledge 

• 

Industry sector developments and trends in terms of 
material and equipment 

• 

Company or equivalent business policies and plans 
including forecast systems and products 

• 

Company bodywork, market, work systems and existing 
equipment 

• 

Legislative requirements of the bodywork activities 

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 information related 
to bodywork material and equipment including the relevant 
technical, regulatory, environmental and safety requirements.  

 (Level 3)

Communicate ideas and 
information 

 

Communicate ideas and information to enable clarification of 
the requirements, coordination of work with 
managers/supervisors, workers and customers, the coordinated 
evaluation of options and the reporting of outcomes. 

(Level 2)

Plan and organise activities 

 

Plan and organise activities including the systematic 
identification, research and evaluation of options. 

(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 model the 
options and statistically compare results and potentials. 

(Level 2)

 

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EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Underpinning skills (continued) 

Solve problems 

 

Create and apply systematic problem solving techniques which 
will anticipate variables and cater for evaluations and 
comparisons. 

(Level 3)

Use technology 

 

Use the full scope of available workplace technology related to 
bodywork material and equipment and to their analysis and 
evaluation. 

(Level 2)

 

EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Resource implications 

• 

Access to a full range of current and emerging bodywork 
technology information 

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 

 

 

 

 

Automotive Industry RS&R  

AURT5776A Develop and document technical specifications and procedures 

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AURT5776A Develop 

and 

document technical 

specifications and procedures  

Unit descriptor 

This unit covers the competency to analyse requirements and to 
develop and document technical procedures and specifications 
which provide concise and unambiguous direction and guidance 
for workplace activities. 

 

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE 

CRITERIA 

1. Identify 

relevant 

requirements 

1.1  Information required for technical procedures/specifications 

is identified and assembled 

1.2  Procedure/specification requirements and formats are 

established and confirmed, where necessary 

1.3  Requirements for information entry, storage, output and 

quality of document production are identified in accordance 
with enterprise procedures 

1.4  Procedure/specification document design is appropriate for 

efficient entry of information and satisfies appearance and 
presentation requirements for the purpose of the document 

1.5  Range of functions incorporated in the document design 

reflects the nominated requirements 

2. Prepare 

technical 

specifications 

2.1  Technical information for use in the specification is 

collected, tested and validated or confirmed before use 

2.2  Authoritative sources and references are identified and used 

in the preparation and presentation of the specification 

2.3  Specifications are written in an appropriate format, to 

ensure requirements can be met 

2.4  Specifications are written in a manner that is clear and 

understood in the workplace 

2.5  Specification documentation satisfies enterprise and 

industry standards 

3. Prepare 

technical 

procedures 

3.1  Activities and tasks are identified, analysed and 

documented 

3.2  Activities and tasks are sequenced and grouped into logical 

procedural clusters 

3.3  Procedures are documented to enterprise and industry 

standards 

AURT5776A Develop and document technical specifications and procedures 

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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 

•  This unit covers the work involved in the research for and 

writing of technical specifications and procedures for the 
workplace  

•  Specifications are technical criteria for an object, item, 

system or sub-system which describe the components, 
material, construction, circuitry and any associated legal, 
regulatory or intellectual property issues 

•  Procedures contain detailed descriptions of the tasks, 

activities, sequences, material, tools, rules and safety 
requirements which lead or guide an individual through an 
authorised work practice 

•  The function is undertaken in accordance with established 

enterprise procedures and practices may include 
requirements recommended by manufacturer/component 
supplier 

Unit context 

 

•  OH&S requirements include safety management systems, 

hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe 
operating procedures 

•  Work is carried out in accordance with legislative 

obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health 
regulations, authorised handling procedures and 
organisation insurance requirements 

•  Work requires individuals to demonstrate conceptual ability, 

discretion, judgement and problem solving skills 

Workplace environment 

•  Work may involve individual and team related activities and 

will normally relate to the standard forms of activity 
performed in the enterprise and industry 

•  Specifications and procedures may be used in established 

workshops or under external site conditions 

Personal protective 
equipment 

•  Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed 

under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and 
practices 

 

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RANGE STATEMENT  

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 systems 

•  Australian Design Rules 

•  Vehicle industry regulations 

•  Vehicle industry publications related to emerging 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 

•  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 in processes and 

procedures 

•  Complete a significant operational procedure, incorporating 

safety obligations, and covering: 

•  a full analysis of the topic area 

•  a step by step operational procedure, and 

•  supporting documents to the procedure 

 

AURT5776A Develop and document technical specifications and procedures 

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EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Critical aspects of 
evidence (continued) 

•  Complete or review and update a technical specification for a 

significant system or sub-system which covers: 

• 

system/sub-system description 

• 

components 

• 

material 

• 

construction 

• 

circuitry 

• 

related information sources 

• 

legal, regulatory or intellectual property law 
requirements 

• 

Modify products to cater for variations in workplace cultures 
and environment 

• 

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 

 

Collect, organise and understand technical information related to 
the procedure and specification, testing processes, diagnostic 
methods and options and safety procedures. 

 

 

 (Level 2)

Communicate ideas and 
information 

 

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

 (Level 

2)

 

Automotive Industry RS&R  

AURT5776A Develop and document technical specifications and procedures 

©Australian National Training Authority 

 AUR99 Version 4.00 Review by 30 June 2004 

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EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Underpinning skills (continued) 

Plan and organise 
activities 

 

Plan and organise 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 incorporate 
measurements, calibration and test requirements into procedures 
and specifications. 

 (Level 

2) 

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 preparation and content of procedures. 

 (Level 

3) 

Use technology 

 

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

 (Level 

2) 

 

EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Resource implications 

•  Access to systems requiring specification, activities 

requiring procedural coverage, related technical information 
and a realistic work 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 
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 projects 

Context/s of assessment 

•  Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace 

simulated facility