Complete Guide to AURTTA104 Written Assessment Success
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Student Book WrittenAssessment AURTTA104 Carry out servicing operationsAssessment 1 – Questioning – Written Assessment Student NameShahzaib Ali Student ID Number14845Unit Start Date21-02-2024 Unit End Date21-02-2024 Assessment Due Date25-02-2024 Date Submitted24-02-2024 This cover sheet is to be completed by the student and assessor and used as a record todetermine student competency in this assessment taskThe assessment process and tasks were fully explained.Yes / NoI am aware of which evidence will be collected and how.Yes / NoI am aware of my right to appeal an assessment decision.Yes / NoI am aware that I can locate the AIBT’s Complaints and Appeals Policy andProcedureon their website at https://aibtglobal.edu.au/Yes / NoI have discussed any additional educational support or reasonable adjustments Irequire in order to undertake this assessment with the Student Support Services Officer and Trainer / Assessor, (if applicable). e.g. Student Handbookand Access and Equity Policyhttps://aibtglobal.edu.au/Yes / No
I have access to all required resources?Yes / NoCheating & Plagiarism DeclarationStudent Declaration:In accordance with the AIBT’s Academic Misconduct Policy, I hereby acknowledge by signing this declaration that I have not cheated or plagiarised any work regarding the assessment tasks undertaken in this unit of competency except where the work has been correctly acknowledged. NOTE: Student must sign this prior to submitting their assessments to the assessorSignatureShahzaib Date: ___24___ / ____02__ /20___24___Assessment ResultsSatisfactoryorNot YetSatisfactory(Please circle or highlight the assessment result for this task)Feedback to Student - Please provide general feedback on the Student’s performance Student Declaration: - I verify that the work completed is my own and that I was adequatelyinformed of the assessment process prior to commencing this assessment task.Assessor Declaration: - I verify that I have adequately explained and negotiated the assessment tasks with the student prior to commencing assessment.Student Signature Shahzaib Assessor SignatureDate 24-02-202 DateContext and Conditions of AssessmentThis assessment will ensure that the elements, performance criteria, performance evidenceand knowledge evidence required and conditions are adhered to demonstrate competencyin this unit assessment task. •Read the assessment carefully before commencing. •This is an open book assessment and will be conducted at your designated campus / workshop / specialised lab. •Your Assessor will use the assessment criteria in this document and will provide feedback / comment. •You must answer all the questions in the assessment tasks in your own words and
own handwriting. •Your Trainer / Assessor will inform you of the due date for this assessment task. •Your Assessor will grade as either S – Satisfactory or NS – Not Satisfactory for the assessment. In all cases your Assessor will provide you with feedback. •Only when all assessment tasks have been graded as S – Satisfactory you will be deemed C – Competent in the final result of the unit of competency; if you do not satisfactorily complete all the assessment tasks you will be deemed NYC – Not Yet Competent.Re-Assessment Conditions•If the evidence is graded as NS – Not Satisfactory you will be required to re-submit the evidence. In this case, you will be provided with clear and constructive feedback based on the assessment decision so that they can improve your skills / knowledge prior to reassessment. •Where a ‘NS – Not Satisfactory’ judgement is made, you will be given guidance on steps to take to improve your performance and provided the opportunity to resubmit evidence to demonstrate competence. The assessor will determine and discuss the reasons for NS – Not satisfactory on any of thecriteria and will assess you through a different method of assessment e.g. verbal/oral questioning, problem solving exercises. •You will be notified between 10-30 working days of undertaking an assessment of their result in achieving competency •If a student does not complete the assessment, they should notify their traineras to why they did not complete the assessment and if due to illness, a medical certificate must be produced. •In the above scenario, student will be given an opportunity for reassessment within 5 working days with no reassessment fee charged. •Students who are deemed to be Not Yet Competent (NYC) will be provided with information identifying the areas in which they failed to achieve competency. Students will then have the opportunity to repeat the assessmenttask within 5 working days of notification with no reassessment fee charged. •If a student is deemed NYC in the reassessment or if the student did not approach the AIBT’s within five working days with a valid reason for not availing themselves of the reassessment opportunity, then those students will be given a final chance to re-sit the assessment and will be charged a reassessment fee as per AIBT rule. •After this no further reassessment attempt will be provided to the student and the student will be required to repeat the whole unit with full fee for the unit. The student will be made aware of the impact of repeating the unit may have on their student visa.•If a student is found to be cheating or plagiarising their assessment, a reassessment fee will be charged for reassessing the assessment within 5 working days. •If the student is found to be plagiarising or cheating again after conclusion of the Intervention meeting with the Course Co-ordinator, the matter will be referred to the Academic Management Committee which may result in the
suspension or cancellation of their enrolment •AIBT’s has intervention strategies, including student support services available to enable students to complete qualification in the expected time frame. Students at risk of not completing within this time frame are identified as early as possible and an intervention strategy is put in place.AIBT will ensure access to:•automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace •workplace instructions •manufacturer servicing specifications •two different vehicles or machinery to carry out servicing operations •tools, equipment and materials appropriate for carrying out servicing operations. Evidence to be submitted by the student: - •Completed written responses to the questions in the assessment taskAssessment Decision Making Rules Your assessor will assess the evidence submitted for the following elements, performance criteria, performance evidence and knowledge evidence to confirm that the student evidencesubmitted demonstrates validity, sufficiency, authenticity and confirms current skills and knowledge relevant to the unit of competency. Your assessor will be looking for the following in this assessment task: - work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to servicing operations, including procedures for: •lifting and supporting vehicles and machinery •isolating and stabilising vehicles or machinery •safely handling hazardous oils, fluids and greases environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of lubricants and fluids released during servicing operations identification, function, service requirements and procedures for vehicle or machinery systems and components, including: •steering and suspension •driveline and final drive •braking •wheels and tyres •transmission •engine •battery and electrical •fuel •cooling
types and applications of filters, oils, fluids and greases, including: •additives •oil, fluid and grease classification •viscosity ratings •filter types oil sampling procedures •post-service testing procedures, including resetting service interval indicators. Assessment 1 – QuestioningWritten Assessment•Identify five (5) important items of personal safety. •Gloves •Goggles •Face shield •Respirator •safety glasses and shield •List three precautions when jacking a vehicle on the floor. •Use the jack only to lift the vehicle •Never jack up a vehicle without blocking the tyres •Do not start the vehicle •Why should safety stands be placed under a raised vehicle?
safety stand should be placed under a raised vehicle to prevent injury and for providing safety •What precautions should be observed if a vehicle is to be raised on a hoist? •read owner manual before you begin •check the specific lifting points •never exceed your vehicle lift maximum capacity •dont relay on single lift arm •choose an auto lift with automatic safety lock •stay up to date with your lift maintainance •follow all precautions to prevent injury •How should waste engine oils be stored and disposed? 1: Collect all waste oils in secure, clearly labeled drums or tanks that are stored in an bunded and undercover area .If stored in a double skinned tank there is no need for bundling, however if stored in a single skinned tank and then the tank must be bunded. 2: Used oil collection disposal and recycling. Waste oil such as engine, hydraulic , and used lube oil must be disposed of in a safe and trackable manner. Used oils and its relatedwaste are strictly regulated. Unlike most materials, used oil can be refined into new base and fuel oils , which can be used repeatedly.•When changing the engine oil, what should you use to catch the waste oil? •Drain pan •Mop bucket •Storm water drain •Funnel
•When handling, trapping, storing and disposing of new or waste engine oils, which document should you use to find this information? The SDS is a document that contains the detailed information about it •The steering system permits the front wheels and hubs to be turned to the left and right. True or False:TRUE •Complete the following statement about steeringsystem using the following words. Words: Box, Direction, Front, Linkage, Right, Shaft, Steered, Steering, Turns, Wheels The ___STEERING_______ system permits the front ___WHEEL_______ and hubs to be turned to the left and __RIGHT________ so that the vehicle can be _STEERED_________. The steering wheel is attached to a ___SHAFT___ which is connected to a steering ___BOX_______. Gears in the steering box are connected to the steering ___LINKAGE______ and this linkage is then connected to the __FRONT________ wheels. This arrangement __TURNS________ the wheels in whichever ___DIRECTION_______ the steering wheel is turned. •Name the parts of the rack and pinion steering system below.
2 column 10 Ball joint 3 Main shaft 11 Left hand Tie rod 4 Mountings 12 Steering gear box 5 Mounting 13 Right hand tie rod 6 Universal joint 14 Bellows 7 Intermediate shaft 15 Ball joint 8 Universal joint 16 Steering arm •What would be inspected on the steering system? The steering gear should be checked for leaks ,looseness ,wear and lose mounting bolts .symptoms of worn steering gear include wandering play in the wheel 1. Steering wheel 1. Rack Mountings
•On the steering linkage, what items may need lubricating? , Steering knuckles ,steering control arm,tie rod,end,draglink,Pitman arm and ball joint. •Name the parts of a vehicle suspension system below. 1.Strut 2.Coil spring 3.Brace 4.Rear strut suspension 5.Strut rod 6.Rear control arm 7.Rear stabiliser bar 8.Front stabiliser bar 9.Front control arm•What components on the suspension system may require to be greased during a service? •Ball joints
•Shock absorbers •Coil springs •Control arms •What checks can be done on suspension bushes? 1:Visually inspect the secret mounts. 2: Measure the height of front wheel . 3: Its time to Jack up car. 4: Look for signs of damage . 5:check the rod ends.•Complete the following statement about suspensionsystem using the following words. Words:Ball, Body, Front, Insulated, Springs, Suspension, Transferred, Vibrations The __SUSPENSION________ components include the __SPRING________, axle, shock absorbers, arms, rods and ___BALL_______ joints. These suspend the ____BODY______ and associated parts so that they are __INSULATED________ from road shocks and _VIBRATIONS_________ which would otherwise be ___TRANSFERRED_______ to the passengers and load. Parts of ___FRONT_______ suspensions also perform steering functions. •The suspension components include following: •Springs •shock absorbers •, arms,
•All of above •Identify the drive shafts below. Which is a one (1) piece and which is a two (2) piece? •The drive shaft must do what when the vehicle is being driven? It’s function is to transfer the engine torque from gearbox or differential to the wheels •Name the parts of a universal joint. 1.Bearing cap 2.Seal 3.Needle bearing 4.Trunnions Two -piece.ONE PIECE
5.Cross •Needle bearing is the part of universal joint. True or False:TRUE •The typical front engine, front wheel drive systems has __________ joints? •One (1) universal joint •Two (2) universal joints •Three (3) universal joints •CV joints instead of universal joints •Name the components of a CV joint. 1.Ball retainer 2 Ball cage 3 Balls 4 Outer race 5 circlip 6 stub shaft 7 Inner bearing race
•CV joint boots? •Prevent entry of dirt •Must be replaced when punctured •All answers are correct✓•Describe the purpose of a CV joint? Constant velocity over CV joints are used to connect your vehicle transmission to your wheels Molybdenum disulphide Greese •Molybdenum disulphide grease is used for most CV joints True or False:TRUE •What type of lubricant is generally used in constant-velocity joints?Lithium based bearing grease •A typical lubricant used with Lobro joints is? •Extreme pressure oil •Molybdenum disulphide grease •Rubber grease •High temperature bearing grease •What type of lubricant grease can be used on universal joints?
Lithium complex soap based EP grease with a NGLI grade of 1 to 2.•How can a universal joint be inspected for wear? to check for wear no dust is evident, grip one side of the joint family in tried to turn the other side against howling pressure•Describe the function of a final drive assembly?The final drive has a three functions to perform : it gears down the speed of the propeller shaft to a suitable road wheel speed, it divides the transmitted torque from the engine between the two driving wheels and, except in the case of a transverse engine •Identify the final drive components below?1. Wheel stud 1. Axel shaft 2 Brake back plate 9 Differential case 3 Crown wheel 10 Differential pinion
4 Pinion flange 11 Differential side gears 5 Pinion shaft 12 axel shaft 6 Differential housing 13 Wheel bearing 7 Pinion •Which one is not a final drive component from below •Axle shaft •Wheel bearing •Drive axle✓•Why do final drives need special lubricant? Gear oil is a key component in your final drive as-it serves too cool ,lubricate and protect •Hypoid gears require the use of special hypoid-gear lubricants, which have? •The same viscosity as molybdenum disulphide grease •A low boiling point •High pressure additives •Low foaming properties
•What would be the typical lubricant used in final drive assemblies? •85W – 140✓•20W – 50 •50W – 75 •Identify the brake system components below?1.Right front caliper 7 Right rear caliper 2 Master cylinder 8 disc 3 Brake booster 9 left rear caliper 4 Secondary 10 proportioning valve 5 primary 11 brake liner 6 brake pedal 12 left front caliper •What colour is clean brake fluid?•Clear or amber
•Red •Dark blue •Brown •Complete the following statement about the brakesystem operation using the following words. Words: Absorbed, Actions, Applied, Brakes, Calipers, Disc, Drum, Friction, Heat, High, Hydraulic, Lines, Pads, Parts, Pressure, Pushes, Shoes, Surfaces, Temperatures, Vehicle, When the driver __PUSHES________ the brake pedal, force is ___APPLIED_______ topistons in the master cylinder. The pistons apply ___PRESSURE_______ to the fluid in the cylinder and the brake ___LINES_______ transfer the pressure to the ___CALLIPER_______. The pistons in the __HYDRAULIC________ cylinders in the calipers are moved to apply the __BRAKES________. When __DISC________ brakes are applied, brake __PADSARE________ are clampedagainst the disc. When ___DUMB_______ brakes are applied, brake __SHOE________are expanded against the inside of the brake drum. These are different ___ACTIONS_______, but they both provide the __FRICTION________ between the parts that is needed for braking. A moving ___VEHICLE_______ has energy which must be ___ABSORBY_______ by the brakes when they are applied. The energy is converted into ___HEAT_______ as a result of the friction between the braking ___SURFACE_______. The heat is then dissipated into the brake __PART________ and into the surrounding atmosphere. Therefore, the brake pads and discs or the brake linings and drums, together with their associated parts, must be able to withstand high __TEMPERATURE________ as well as __HIGH________ pressures. •The pistons in the hydraulic cylinders in the calipers are moved to apply the brakes. True or False:TRUE •What are the signs that disc pads need renewing? 1:You hear squealing noise 2:Noise of car pulls to one side when you break 3:Thebreak pedal vibrates when pressed
•Where is the adjustment for the parking brake located? Under the about midway between the front and rear, attached to the parking brake lever•Name the various parts of a tyre. •Belts •Sipes •Grooves •Side wall •Tyre rotation: •Is a method of controlling tyre wear •Does not include the spare •Is not required on front-wheel-drive vehicles •Means the wheels are turning •What is a tread wear indicator? Tread wear indicator , or wear bars are spaced evenly through the main grooves in the tire tread •Indicate the sequence for tightening wheel nuts. It is not clockwise or anticlockwise .You should tighten them in cross order .tighten thetop one ,second the bottom one ,3rdthe left one, last the right one .
•Name the driveline components below. 1.Train excel 2.Engine 3.Flywheel and clutch 4.Universal joints 5.Final drive 6.Drive shaft •Which one from the following is not a driveline component •Engine •Final Drive •Drive shaft •Stub axle •Why is a manual transmission/transaxle used in a motor vehicle? Basically ,a manual transmission is a gearbox that enables the driver to choose between different gear ratios to the driver car .
•List three (3) different oils that may be used in manual transmission/transaxles for lubrication? 1. SAE 80 W 2 75W-90 3 80W-90 •How is the oil checked in manual transmission/transaxles? Oil is checked by placing your finger into the filter plug hole and seeing if you get same fluid on to the end of your finger if you don’t then fluid is low .•Explain the basic operation of automatic transmission/transaxle. The most common type of automatic transmission uses hydraulic power to shift gears .•Which types of ATF is used on today’s vehicles? •DexronVI •Mercon •Type F •ATF +4 •All answers are correct •Identify three (3) conditions that must be followed when performing a fluid level check on a automatic transmission?
•Pak vehicle on level surface •Locate automatic transmission fluid dipstick Remove automatic transmission fluid dipstick •Complete the following statement about the engine oil and engine oil filter replacement using the following words. Words: Checked, Crankcase, Clog, Drain, Engine, Filter, Grade, Leaks, Lubricating, New, Not, Oil, Removed, Small, Start The ____crankcase_____ oil should be drained and the oil ___FILTER_______ changedat scheduled intervals. Check the washer on the ___DRAIN_______ plug. It may need replacing. The __engine________ is then refilled with the correct quantity of __NEW________ oil of the recommended ____GRADE______ and type. The oil filter is __REMOVED________ and replaced with a new filter at the same time that the ____OIL______ is changed. The filter removes ___SMALL_______ particles of foreign matter from the oil as it is being circulated in the ____LUBRICATING______ system. If the filter is ___NOT_______ replaced, it would eventually ___CLOG_______ up. After refilling, __START________ the engine and check for ___LEAKED_______ aroundthe oil filter seal. After stopping the engine, the oil level should be ___CHECK_______ and, if necessary, topped up. •Why is it necessary to change the engine oil periodically? Because regular oil change keeps your engine clean •What is the purpose of the battery?
Batteries are similar devices accept ,store and release electricity on demand •The battery supplies current for the operation of the starter motor and for the ignition and fuel systems True or False:TRUE •Batteries, if low, should be topped up with: •Hydrochloric acid •Sulphuric acid •Deionised water ✓•Complete the following statement about inspecting the battery using the following words. Words: Battery, Carrier, Deionised, Density, Electrolyte, Enters, Grease, Terminals, Water Inspect the __BATTERY________ case for damage and the ____TERMINAL______ for looseness and corrosion. Clean the battery and __CARRIER________ with a solution of baking soda and ____WATER______, taking care that none of the solution __ENTER________ the battery. Apply a coating of __GREATEST________ to the battery terminals. Check the level of the ___ELECTROLYTE_______ in the battery and measure it’s _DENSITY_________ with a hydrometer. Top up the cells with __DEIONISED________ water. •Complete the following statement about exterior light system using the following words. Words: Amber, Assembly, Australian, Cluster, Depend, Headlamps, Number, Park, Rear, Reversing, Stop, Steering, Switch, Tail, Transmission, Turn, Vehicles are provided with a number of exterior lamps, including the ___HEADLAMPS_______, and these have to conform to ___AUSTRALIAN_______ standards.
The __PARK________ lamps might be a part of the headlamp __________, or they canbe separate. The ___ASSEMBLY_______ -signal lamps are separate and have an__AMBER________ -coloured lens. Combination lamps are often fitted at the ____RARE______ and these have more than one lamp, or are a ____CLUSTER______ of lamps. The arrangement will ___DEPEND_______ on the body type and style of the vehicle. The rear of the vehicle has ___STOP_______ lamps (red lens), ___TAIL_______ lamps (red lens), _REVERSING_________ lamps (white lens) and turn-signal lamps (amber lens). As wellas these, there is the ____NUMBER______ plate (licence plate) lamp. The stop lamps are operated by a ___SWITCH_______ at the brake pedal, the tail lamps by the headlamp switch, the reversing lamps by a switch on the __TRANSMISSION________, and the turn-signal lamps by a switch in the combination switch assembly on the ___STEERING_______ column. • What checks should be carried out on the vehicle exterior lighting systems? Headlights ,brake lights ,tail lights ,backup lights and license plate light •Name the basic components of the petrol fuel system below. 1. Pressure regulator 1. Fuel supply line
2 Fuel rail 6 Fuel return line 3 Fuel tank 7 Fuel filter 4 Fuel pump assembly 8 Injector •Fuel filter, fuel lines and fuel tank should be checked for? •Deterioration •Fuel leaks •Damage •All answers are correct •Name the basic components of the cooling system below.
•Checking the coolant level in the reservoir. The coolant should be top up to? •Above the minimum •Below the minimum •Above the maximum •None of these answers are correct •What checks should be carried out on the cooling system hoses and hose connections? Cracked hoses and bad connection can allow air to get into your cooling system .to check them ,simply squeeze them 1. Radiator 2 Radiator cap 3 Hose to reservoir hose 4 Upper radiator hose 5 Intake pipe 6 Intake pipe 1. Thermo state 8 Water pump 9 Drive belt 10 Cylinder head 11 Heater inlet hose 12 Heater outlet hose
•The water pump and the radiator should be checked for? Water Pump: Check the water pump drive belt is in good condition Radiator: Ensure the radiator cap hold pressure •Why are detergent and dispersant additives used in engine oils? Dispersant are mainly found in Indian oil with detergents to help keep engine clean and free of deposits •What additives are used in lubricating oils? ATF,Synthetic power steering fluid and non synthetic power steering fluid •What are the two (2) different classifications of oil? 1. Gasoline engine oil marked with(oil marked with letter S) 2 Diesel (C)
•What does the “W” mean on SEA ratings 20W- 50? •Water •Winter ✓•Wonder •Winner •What is viscosity? Viscosity is defined as the state of being thick ,,sticky and semi fluid in the consistency ,due to internal friction •What is the viscosity rating of an oil? The higher the number,the thicker the oil.the lower the number,the thinner the oil.•What is meant by the service rating of an oil? It certifies that the oil meets certain original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Quality and performance standards •Why is an oil filter used?
The role of oil filter is to remove impurities such as carbon residue and metal particles from engine oil•Name the two (2) types of oil filters that could be found on today’s vehicles? 1. Spin on 2 Cartridge style Using the following link, answer the following questions about oil sampling. http://esource.alstribology.com/WB081_July2015/Proper%20Oil%20Sampling%20Methods.html•What are the three (3) methods for taking an oil sample. 1. Pressurized like 2 Drop tube 3 Drain pot engine oil sampling •Describe the ‘Drain line Method’ procedure oil taking an oil sample. 1. Prepare equipment 2 identify drain line 3. Flush line 4: Collect sample 5: Fill bottle properly
6: secure and label sampleDocument deatil •When is it the best time to take an oil sample? •Engine cold and before starting the engine •Engine cold and straight after stopping the engine •Engine normal operating condition and within 30 minutes of engine shut down • Engine normal operating condition and after 30 minutes of engine shut down •According to the maintenance schedule in Table below, indicate how frequently the following items would be given attention: •Engine oil and filter •Engine coolant change •Battery •Brake fluid change.
•Petrol fuel filter A. Engine service 2000 kilometres
B. Engine coolant change 300000 km C. Battery it depends on car D. brake fluid change 30000 km E. petrol fuel filter 300000 km Using the following link, answer the following questions about “Service Due Indicator” http://www.autoequipment.com.au/image/data/Support/vy_commodore_service.pdf•You have just serviced VY Commodore. Describe the procedure for resetting the “Service Due Indicator” message on the instrument cluster. 1.With the ignition OFF, press and hold the up and down buttons of the Trip Computer. 2.Turn the ignition ON while holding down both buttons. 3.Keep both buttons held in for 3 seconds Approx.. 4.The service menu appears and asks if you want to reset. 5.Press and hold the 'Set' button for more than 3 seconds. 6.Press the 'Mode' button 7.Switch ignition off •Consider the various checks that you would make after servicing a vehicle? •Work order / Job sheet. •Itemised bill. •Engine oil / Transmission oil. •Coolant / Brake fluid. •5. Belongings / Tool kit / Boot.
•Fuel level. ... •Odometer reading. •Tyre condition / Wheel rotation & Balancing. •Which source of information will give you the most detail about servicing the vehicle you are working on? •Workshop manual✓•Google •Textbooks •Why is it very important that the Job Card is completed correctly? A good job card, filled out correctly, will ensure that when you need to communicate with the customer at any stage during the repair or service, you will have the information you need to highlight things that require attention.•Is there not necessary for an examination of tools and equipment before servicing the vehicle?True or False:False •How are automobiles recycled? •Is it necessary for the identification that the tagging should be compulsory for faulty equipment? True or False:TRUE