AURETR008Remove and replace electrical units and assemblies

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What an assessment for AURETR008 must cover

57 assessable components: 5 elements (15 performance criteria), 7 performance evidence and 28 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 7 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare to remove and replace electrical unit and assemblies

  • 1.1Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2Workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications are accessed and interpreted
  • 1.3Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.4Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability

2 Remove electrical unit and assembly

  • 2.1Removal information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer and component supplier specifications
  • 2.2Electrical unit and assembly are removed using approved methods, tools and equipment and according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • 2.3Unit and assembly are handled and stored according to manufacturer and component supplier requirements

3 Replace electrical unit and assembly

  • 3.1Replacement information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer and component supplier specifications
  • 3.2Electrical unit and assembly are replaced using approved methods, tools and equipment and according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

4 Test electrical unit and assembly

  • 4.1Replaced electrical unit and assembly are checked and tested to confirm correct operation and that no other problems are present, according to workplace procedures and without causing damage to components or systems
  • 4.2Test results are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for repairs or adjustments as required

5 Complete work processes

  • 5.1Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or machinery is presented ready for use
  • 5.2Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
  • 5.3Tools and equipment are checked and stored and any faulty electrical equipment is identified, tagged and isolated according to workplace procedures
  • 5.4Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Performance evidence

  • remove and replace two of the following systems on the non controller area network databus (CAN-bus) circuits of two different vehicles or machinery:
  • headlight or tail-light assembly
  • windscreen washer and wiper motor assembly
  • door and window motor assembly
  • central door locking system
  • electric mirror assembly
  • electric brake controllers

Knowledge evidence

  • work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to removing and replacing electrical units and assemblies, including procedures for identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with:
  • working with vehicle ignition systems with injector high voltages
  • wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring systems
  • procedures for removing, replacing, and testing electrical units and assemblies, including procedures for adjusting and calibrating systems and components
  • key features of basic non CAN-bus networked electrical units and assemblies, including:
  • headlight assemblies
  • tail-light assemblies
  • side and rear vision mirrors
  • windscreen washer and wiper motor assemblies
  • door and window motor assemblies
  • central door locking systems
  • electric brake controllers
  • types of wiring systems found in vehicles, including:
  • basic wiring
  • twisted pair
  • shielded wiring
  • CAN-bus wiring
  • options for diagnosing faults, including:
  • continuity testing
  • insulation testing
  • isolating possible faults
  • replacing blown fuses or circuit breakers
  • replacing damaged connectors or terminals
  • visually inspecting and evaluating components
  • location and content of technical information, wiring diagrams and graphic symbols relating to electrical units and assemblies
  • procedures for testing electrical systems, including:
  • accessing electrical terminals and using test probes without damaging connectors, fuse holders and wiring
  • checking resistance, current flow and voltage drop of system circuits

Foundation skills

  • Learning skills to:: locate appropriate sources of information efficiently.
  • Reading skills to:: interpret text, symbols and diagrams in manufacturer specifications, safe operating procedures, and other workplace information.
  • Writing skills to:: legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation relating to removing and replacing electrical units and assemblies.
  • Oral communication skills to:: clarify instructions.
  • Numeracy skills to:: match component part numbers to workplace instructions and vehicle and component part lists interpret measurements of voltage, current and resistance relating to electrical units and assemblies measure materials and components to determine compliance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Planning and organising skills to:: plan own work requirements and prioritise actions to achieve required outcomes and ensure tasks are completed within workplace timeframes.
  • Technology skills to:: use specialised testing equipment, such as multimeters.

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Questions about assessing AURETR008

What does an assessment tool for AURETR008 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for AURETR008 needs to address all 57 unit components: 5 elements with 15 performance criteria, 7 performance evidence requirements, 28 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for AURETR008?

Auditori pulls the current release of AURETR008 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for AURETR008 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing AURETR008 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of AURETR008, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.

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