Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect heavy commercial vehicle driveline components according to manufacturer specifications. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the components, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and repair or automotive manufacturing industry.
The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational qualification.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Prepare to inspect driveline components | 1.1 Task instruction is interpreted and vehicle components to be worked on are identified 1.2 Inspection information is sourced and interpreted 1.3 Potential hazards and risks associated with task are identified and reported to workplace supervisor 1.4 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability |
2. Inspect driveline components | 2.1 Driveline components are inspected according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 2.2 Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications 2.3 Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures |
3. Complete work processes | 3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets task instruction and workplace standards, and vehicle or components are presented ready for use 3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected 3.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures 3.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures |
Evidence of Performance
Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
inspect the driveline components of one heavy commercial vehicle, including:
universal joints and centre bearings
drive shafts and half shafts
yokes and flanges.
Evidence of Knowledge
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to inspecting heavy commercial vehicle driveline components, including procedures for preventing entanglement in rotating shafts
identification and function of driveline components, including:
universal joints, constant velocity joints and centre bearings
drive shafts and half shafts
yokes and flanges
inspection procedures for heavy commercial vehicle driveline components, including:
component wear or damage
lubricant leaks
drive shaft mounts and support brackets.
Assessment Conditions
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the heavy commercial vehicle driveline components that they have worked on, e.g. repair orders.
Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources must be made available:
automotive workplace or simulated workplace
task instructions
manufacturer driveline specifications
one heavy commercial vehicle with driveline components
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for inspecting heavy commercial vehicle driveline components.
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skills | Description |
Learning skills to: | locate appropriate information. |
Reading skills to: | interpret key information from manufacturer and workshop literature when seeking inspection procedures and specifications relating to driveline components. |
Writing skills to: | legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation using correct industry terminology and conventions. |
Oral communication skills to: | participate effectively in verbal exchanges using questioning and active listening to request, clarify and clearly convey information. |
Numeracy skills to: | compare component wear to manufacturer specifications. |
Range Statement
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.
Safety requirements must include: | work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for preventing entanglement in rotating shafts. |
Sectors
Technical - Driveline and Final Drives
Competency Field
Mechanical - Heavy Vehicle