The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:

observe safety procedures and requirements

communicate effectively with others involved in or affected by the work

select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

complete preparatory activity in a systematic manner

reclaim a range of engine components according to workplace, manufacturer and component supplier requirements

complete the reclamation of a range of engine components within workplace timeframes

complete work without damage to tools and equipment or injury to persons.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting. Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts.

Assessment is to occur:

using standard workplace practices and procedures

following safety requirements

applying environmental constraints.

Assessment is to comply with relevant:

regulatory requirements

Australian standards

industry codes of practice.

The following resources should be made available for the assessment of this unit:

appropriate worksite

crankshafts, camshafts, balance shafts and engine cylinder head assemblies

material relevant to reclaiming engine components

equipment and hand and power tools appropriate to reclaiming engine components

specifications and work instructions.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required skills and knowledge.

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application.

Assessment must confirm that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role.

Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Required skills

technical skills to:

prepare heat treatment and engine component straightening tools

use workplace technology relating to reclaiming engine components, including specialist reclamation tools and equipment, measuring equipment and computerised technology

apply techniques to prevent and rectify distortion

sharpen, shape and dress cutting and grinding tools

identify worn and damaged cutting and grinding tools

mount and position cutting and grinding tools

set machining parameters to achieve job requirements and maximise tool life

use appropriate and sufficient clamping and mounting of work piece

use coolant and lubricant correctly

measure to specified tolerances and dimensions

communication skills to:

follow oral instructions

report deviations from specifications

interact with customers and team members

literacy skills to:

read and interpret routine job instructions, specifications, drawings and standard operating procedures

identify and analyse technical information

understand quality procedures

numeracy skills to use mathematical ideas and techniques to:

calculate time

assess tolerances

apply accurate measurements

calculate material requirements

establish quality checks

problem-solving skills to:

locate, interpret and apply workplace policies and procedures, including manufacturer and component supplier procedures

identify and avoid planning and scheduling problems

prevent time and material wastage

organise work and plan processes

planning and organising skills to:

make good use of time and resources

set priorities

monitor own performance

self-management skills to:

manage risks and hazards associated with:

applying heat to engine components

operating cutting and grinding machinery

optimise workflow and productivity

Required knowledge

WHS regulations and requirements, equipment, material and personal safety requirements, including personal protective equipment (PPE) for handling engine components and using specialised equipment, such as:

heating torches

ovens

presses

straightening tools

types, characteristics, uses and limitations of reclamation techniques

dangers of working with heating equipment

effects of heat on different metals and heating procedures

component straightening techniques

hardening and tempering techniques, including:

thermal stress relieving to stabilise crankshafts

applying tufftride and nitride

Australian standards relating to engine reconditioning

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Workplace instructions may include:

computer-generated instructions

verbal instructions

written instructions.

Information may include:

Australian standards

engineer’s design specifications and instructions

instructions issued by authorised workplace or external persons

workplace specifications and requirements

regulatory and legislative requirements relating to the automotive industry, including Australian Design Rules

safe work procedures relating to the heat treatment, straightening and reclaiming of engine components

verbal, written and graphical instructions, signage, work schedules, plans, specifications, work bulletins, memos, material safety data sheets (MSDS), diagrams or sketches.

Tools and measuring equipment may include:

clamps

dial indicators

hand and power tools

inside and outside micrometers

lifting equipment

magnetic chuck

milling machine

surface grinder

welding equipment.

WHS requirements may include:

individual state or territory regulatory requirements

operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:

electrical safety

machinery movement and operation

manual and mechanical lifting and shifting

toxic substances

working in proximity to others and site visitors

PPE required by legislation, regulations, codes of practice and workplace policies and procedures.

Environmental requirements are to include:

clean-up management

dust and noise minimisation

waste management.

Preparation may include:

cleaning the component using appropriate cleaning methods

fitting and clamping the component.

Engine components may include:

alloy and cast iron cylinder heads

balance shafts

camshafts

crankshafts

piston and connecting rod assemblies.

Reclamation methods will include:

hardening and tempering engine components

machining engine components

straightening engine components.