Required skills

communication skills to

follow written and verbal instructions

communicate ideas and information relating to electrical terminology and procedures verbally and in writing

apply questioning and active listening skills eg when obtaining factual information from sources

initiative and enterprise skills to recognise a workplace problem or potential problem and take action

learning skills to

identify sources of information assistance and expert knowledge to expand skills knowledge and understanding

participate in selfimprovement activities

literacy skills to

understand workplace safety procedures

read and follow information in written instructions specifications and other applicable reference documents

planning and organising skills to

identify risk factors and take action to minimise them

plan and organise activities that implement and follow standard procedures

problemsolving skills to

refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person

use and communicate basic mathematical ideas and techniques that relate to automotive electrical systems and components

selfmanagement skills to

recognise limitations and seek timely advice

follow workplace documentation such as workplace safe operating procedures

technical skills to

collect organise and research technical information relating to

recognising and reporting unsafe situations

automotive electrical components and systems identification location and function

collect organise and apply electrical fundamentals information and concepts

technology skills to use information technology equipment to assist with research

Required knowledge

basic electrical theory and principles of electricity including

voltage

amperage

circuit resistance

alternating current AC

direct current DC

range of sources of information available to assist with understanding fundamental elements of electricity as they relate to automotive applications

range of sources of information available to service maintain and repair light vehicle electrical systems and components

industry and workplace practice in relation to working safely in an automotive workplace

identification location and function of major components of common automotive

engine electrical systems including

ignition systems

charging systems

starting systems

engine management systems

vehicle lighting systems

vehicle body electrical systems including

electric door locking systems

boot release systems

car stereo and sound systems

wiring harness assembly

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

identify and apply basic electrical terminology and circuit theory

identify automotive electrical circuits systems and components

source relevant technical information

locate electrical systems and components on modern motor vehicles

explain the function of at least three major electrical systems of a modern motor vehicle

demonstrate basic troubleshooting techniques to determine possible causes of electrical faults or problems

communicate effectively using technical information and terms with others involved in or affected by the work

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

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 must be made available for the assessment of this unit

a workplace or simulated workplace

technical reference information

a range of functioning automotive systems and components

functioning light vehicle or vehicles

automotive tools and equipment

electrical test equipment

workplace safety equipment including personal protective equipment

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 the 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 correct interpretation and application

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 the needs of diverse clients

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

Sources of information may include:

Elements of electricity may include:

Safety hazards may include:

Workplace health and safety requirements may include:

Automotive systems and components may include:

Electrical test equipment may include:

Common faults may include: