MEM27017 — Maintain, fault find and rectify hydraulic systems for mobile plant

1 Determine job requirements

• 1.1Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• 1.2Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
• 1.3Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
• 1.4Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions

2 Secure system from potentially hazardous situations

• 2.1Identify sources of stored energy and assess mobile plant for potentially hazardous situations and conditions
• 2.2Bleed down accumulators and position actuators to remove stored energy in accordance with manufacturer instructions

3 Identify equipment hydraulic systems and relevant operational data

• 3.1Check specifications and drawings for mobile equipment systems, actuators and accessories dependent on hydraulic power
• 3.2Identify control modules and fieldbus wiring locations for hydraulic systems
• 3.3Consult equipment operator where appropriate and collect additional data on equipment performance and faults
• 3.4Check previous maintenance reports and preventative maintenance schedules and review for additional fault-finding data

4 Check hydraulic system components and fluid

• 4.1Identify system components using appropriate circuit diagrams or manufacturer instructions
• 4.2Inspect equipment for obvious faults, leaks and contamination
• 4.3Access, inspect and test the operational function of components in accordance with SOPs
• 4.4Trace and localise faults with reference to manufacturer troubleshooting procedures, including using accessing and interpreting fault codes in controllers
• 4.5Determine parts that require repair or replacement
• 4.6Check hydraulic fluid and components for signs of contamination

5 Rectify component faults

• 5.1Remove faulty components from system using appropriate tools, procedures and techniques
• 5.2Source replacement components from manufacturer/supplier
• 5.3Prepare and assemble hoses, tubes and pipework
• 5.4Assemble and refit replacement components and conductors to system
• 5.5Replace filter or fluid where required
• 5.6Test and adjust system for correct operation according to SOPs

6 Dismantle, inspect and rectify linear actuators

• 6.1Dismantle hydraulic cylinders and rams using appropriate tools, procedures and techniques
• 6.2Evaluate component parts for condition
• 6.3Fit seals and bearings in accordance with manufacturer specifications
• 6.4Reassemble and fit cylinders/rams in accordance with manufacturer instructions
• 6.5Test assembly in accordance with manufacturer instructions

7 Complete maintenance and fault rectification work

• 7.1Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and other hydraulic systems servicing according to manufacturer schedules and instructions
• 7.2Verify correct operation of the system using fluid power principles and manufacturer instructions
• 7.3Instigate appropriate follow-up procedures
• 7.4Update maintenance and service records

What does an assessment tool for MEM27017 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MEM27017 needs to address all 64 unit components: 7 elements with 31 performance criteria, 14 performance evidence requirements, 19 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 MEM27017?

Auditori pulls the current release of MEM27017 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 MEM27017 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing MEM27017 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 MEM27017, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.