Application

This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to gain entry to all types of automobiles fitted with mechanical and/or electronic locking systems. It covers straightforward reinstatement of the vehicle locking system by removal and replacement of component parts.

Where interpretation of detailed, complex manufacturer information and specifications is required, unit MEM16012 Interpret technical specifications and manuals should also be selected.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

What You'll Learn

Assessment Requirements

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include:

following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safe work practices

verifying authenticity of request in accordance with organisational and industry procedures

communicating with the customer throughout the entry and reinstatement process

legislation, codes, regulations and standards applicable to gaining entry to vehicles

interpreting information specific for gaining entry

questioning, confirming and clarifying customer requirements

identifying automotive locking components and checking function of locking systems

tracing faults and selecting the appropriate entry method on at least two occasions

gaining entry using appropriate tools and equipment on at least two occasions

identifying actual and potential risks and hazards and implementing control measures

disassembling and reassembling lock assemblies and components and selecting materials and consumables

applying appropriate techniques to reinstate locking components and system

testing and adjusting locking system to confirm operation

cleaning vehicle in accordance with original presentation, client requirements, industry standards and SOPs

completing all documentation in accordance with SOPs.

Note: Where a volume and/or frequency is not specified, demonstration must be provided at least once.

Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate the required knowledge for this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

legislation, codes, regulations and standards applicable to gaining entry and reinstatement of automotive locking systems

sources of specifications and other relevant information for automotive locking systems

types of vehicle locking systems, mechanical and electronic, and entry methods

tools and equipment required for gaining entry and reinstating automotive locking systems

attachment methods for window winders, internal handles, snibs, trims, cylinders, locks and external handles

release positions of ignition lock, air bag, front and side, and appropriate safety procedures

break-off bolts removal and replacement

window winders and door trims

door lock retainers

central locking

linkages, cables and springs

techniques for disassembling, reassembling and reinstating locking systems to return to operation

techniques for disassembling, reassembling and reinstating locking window winders and door trims including associated wiring

automotive security electronics, alarms and ignition immobilisers

hazards and control measures associated with gaining entry to automotive locking systems

documentation and recording procedures.

Assessment Conditions

Assessors must:

have vocational competency in gaining entry and reinstating automotive locking systems at least to the level being assessed with relevant industry knowledge and experience

satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 or its replacement and comply with the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011, its replacement or equivalent legislation covering VET regulation in a non-referring state/territory as the case requires.

Where possible, assessment must occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment that reflects realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Foundation Skills

• text: This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance. Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Prerequisite Units

• {'code': 'MEM13015', 'title': 'Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering'}
• {'code': 'MEM16006', 'title': 'Organise and communicate information'}
• {'code': 'MEM18001', 'title': 'Use hand tools'}
• {'code': 'MEM20023', 'title': 'Assemble and test lock mechanisms'}
• {'code': 'MEM20025', 'title': 'Gain entry'}
• {'code': 'MEM20015', 'title': 'Produce hand cut keys'}
• {'code': 'MEM20016', 'title': 'Produce keys by cutting to code'}
• {'code': 'MEM20017', 'title': 'Produce keys by duplication'}
• {'code': 'MEM20033', 'title': 'Service and repair mechanical automotive locking systems'}

Parent Qualifications

• MEM40119 — Certificate IV in Engineering
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