Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to use and maintain basic mechanical measuring devices. It involves selecting, using and maintaining basic measuring devices, 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. Select and use basic mechanical measuring devices | 1.1 Task instructions are interpreted and vehicle to be worked on is identified 1.2 Measuring device information is sourced and interpreted 1.3 Potential hazards and risks associated with the task are identified and reported to workplace supervisor 1.4 Measuring devices are selected to meet job requirements, and checked for serviceability and calibration according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 1.5 Measuring devices are used according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements |
2. Maintain devices | 2.1 Measuring devices are maintained and stored according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 2.2 Faulty devices are tagged and reported according to workplace procedures as required |
3. Complete work processes | 3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets task instructions and workplace standards 3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 3.3 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:
use and maintain three of the following basic mechanical measuring devices:
inside and outside calipers
steel rulers
depth gauges
spirit levels
tape measures
squares
T-squares
straight edges.
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 using and maintaining basic mechanical measuring devices, including safe operating procedures for basic mechanical measuring devices
types, uses, limitations and operating procedures for the basic mechanical measuring devices specified in the performance evidence
procedures for selecting measuring devices
procedures for identifying and tagging faulty measuring devices
basic maintenance, adjustment, calibration and storage procedures for mechanical measuring devices.
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 mechanical measuring devices they have used and maintained, 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 mechanical measuring device specifications
basic mechanical measuring devices specified in the performance evidence
vehicles, components or materials that require the use of basic mechanical measuring devices
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for using and maintaining basic mechanical measuring devices.
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 specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements relating to maintenance procedures and specifications. |
Writing skills to: | legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation, including tags, 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: | use basic mathematical operations, including addition and subtraction, to calculate distances and tolerances from 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 safe operating procedures for basic mechanical measuring devices. |
Sectors
Technical
Competency Field
Mechanical Miscellaneous