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AURVNA007
Apply automotive mechanical and electrical knowledge to vehicle loss assessments

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes required to apply automotive mechanical and electrical knowledge to identify mechanical and electrical damage resulting from a vehicular accident.

It applies to those applying specialist automotive knowledge to a vehicle loss assessment in the loss assessment environment. Loss assessment may relate to light vehicles, commercial vehicles, heavy vehicles, agricultural and plant equipment, recreational vehicles and motorcycles.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.

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Evidence Required

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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section

1. Develop and apply an understanding of automotive mechanical knowledge

1.1 Knowledge of the operating principles of suspension and steering systems, brake systems, transmission and driveline assembly, and engine and fuel systems is developed

1.2 Knowledge of suspension and steering systems, brake systems, transmission and driveline assembly, and engine and fuel systems is applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies

1.3 Mechanical damage is identified

2. Develop and apply an understanding of automotive electrical knowledge

2.1 Knowledge of the operating principles of electrical and electronic systems is developed

2.2 Knowledge of electrical and electronic systems is applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies

2.3 Electrical damage is identified

3. Develop and apply an understanding of advanced specialist vehicle knowledge

3.1 Knowledge of specific vehicle types is developed, clarified where necessary, and applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies

3.2 Knowledge of latest technology relating to automotive mechanical and electrical systems is developed, clarified where necessary, and applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies

3.3 Research techniques and advanced specialist knowledge are employed to identify vehicle damage

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section

1. Develop and apply an understanding of automotive mechanical knowledge

1.1 Knowledge of the operating principles of suspension and steering systems, brake systems, transmission and driveline assembly, and engine and fuel systems is developed

1.2 Knowledge of suspension and steering systems, brake systems, transmission and driveline assembly, and engine and fuel systems is applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies

1.3 Mechanical damage is identified

2. Develop and apply an understanding of automotive electrical knowledge

2.1 Knowledge of the operating principles of electrical and electronic systems is developed

2.2 Knowledge of electrical and electronic systems is applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies

2.3 Electrical damage is identified

3. Develop and apply an understanding of advanced specialist vehicle knowledge

3.1 Knowledge of specific vehicle types is developed, clarified where necessary, and applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies

3.2 Knowledge of latest technology relating to automotive mechanical and electrical systems is developed, clarified where necessary, and applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies

3.3 Research techniques and advanced specialist knowledge are employed to identify vehicle damage

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Suspension and steeringsystems must include at least two of the following:

dependant suspension

double wishbone suspension

independent suspension

McPherson strut suspension.

Brake systems must include at least two of the following:

air braking system

anti-lock braking system (ABS)

autonomous braking system

hydraulic braking system

stability control.

Transmission and driveline assembly must include:

automatic and manual transmission

clutch assembly

driveline

final drive assembly.

Engine and fuel systemsmust include:

cooling system

emission control system

engine components

fuel system.

Electrical and electronic systems must include:

batteries

charging systems

electrical circuits

electronic body management systems

electronic drive management systems

electronic spark ignition engine management system

ignition systems

lights

starting systems

vehicle sensors.

Latest technology must include:

battery electric vehicle

hybrid vehicle.

Research techniques must include:

internet

reference material, including:

original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or authorised agencies repair guides

repair guides

workshop manuals

subject matter experts.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Knowledge of the operating principles of suspension and steering systems, brake systems, transmission and driveline assembly, and engine and fuel systems is developed 
Knowledge of suspension and steering systems, brake systems, transmission and driveline assembly, and engine and fuel systems is applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies 
Mechanical damage is identified 
Knowledge of the operating principles of electrical and electronic systems is developed 
Knowledge of electrical and electronic systems is applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies 
Electrical damage is identified 
Knowledge of specific vehicle types is developed, clarified where necessary, and applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies 
Knowledge of latest technology relating to automotive mechanical and electrical systems is developed, clarified where necessary, and applied to loss assessment processes, procedures and policies 
Research techniques and advanced specialist knowledge are employed to identify vehicle damage 

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