FIELD                        ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

 

Review of Motor Industry unit standards

 

Subfield

Domain

Id

Motor Industry

Automotive Administration

15367

 

Automotive Electrical and Electronics

966, 979, 15375

 

Automotive Preventative Maintenance

977

 

Automotive Transmission Systems

2321

 

Automotive Workshop Engineering

10102

 

Engine Repairs

11731, 15449

 

Panelbeating

5770, 5779

 

Vehicle Bodywork

5783, 5784

 

Vehicle Braking Systems

974, 15474

 

Vehicle Spraypainting

5731, 5737

 

The NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation has completed the review of the unit standards listed above that were registered in December 1998, February 1999, and February 2001.

 

Date new versions published                        December 2004

 

New comments by date                        December 2008

 

Expiry date of new versions of the unit standards                        December 2009

 

Summary of review and consultation process

 

This review is a part of a major review of motor industry and outdoor fabric product qualifications (QReview) conducted by NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation (MITO).

The QReview Higher Level Qualifications Group endorsed these standards after major consultation was carried out covering a wide range of stakeholders. The standards in this review will form part of a new level 5 advanced technical national certificate.

 

Main changes resulting from the review

 

The extent and nature of changes made include:

·        Standards 5737 and 5779 were replaced by standard 21084 and reclassified

·        Standard 15367 was increased in level from 4 to 5

·        Standards 977 and 5784 were increased in credit

·        Standards 977, 5783 and 5784 were reclassified

·        Standard 5783 - an additional performance criterion was added to element 1 and an additional element added to the standard

·        Standard 15367 - an additional element was added to the standard

·        Changes were made to some titles and purpose statements, and to entry requirements, special notes, and ranges.

 

Unit standards categorised as category C expire at the end of December 2006.

 

Impact on existing provider accreditations

 

Current Accreditation for

Accreditation extended to

Nature of accreditation

Classification or Id

Level

Nature of accreditation

Classification or Id

Level

Domain

Automotive Administration

4

Standard

15367

5

Domain

Automotive Preventative Maintenance

5

Standard

977

5

 

Impact on existing qualifications

 

Qualifications that contain the reviewed standards or classifications are tabled below.

 

Affected

The qualification lists a reviewed classification (domain or subfield) in an elective set

The qualification lists a standard that has changes to level or credits

The qualification lists a C or D category standard

Not materially affected

The qualification lists a standard that has a new title

The qualification lists a standard that has a new classification

 

The following MITO qualifications are affected by the outcome of this review and will be updated as part of the present QReview conducted by NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation (MITO).

 

Qualification title

Standard in the qualification

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Motorcycle Engineering) [Ref: 0015]

977

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Machining) [Ref: 0371]

977, 11731

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Technical Supervision) [Ref: 0677]

5783, 15367

 

The following MITO qualification is not materially affected by the changes.  It will be updated as part of the present QReview conducted by NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation (MITO).

 

Qualification title

Standard in the qualification

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Heavy Engineering) with strands in Agricultural Equipment, Plant and Equipment, and Road Transport [Ref: 0003]

2321

 

Summary of main changes to standards' Ids, classification, titles, levels, and credits

 

The following summary shows the changes made to the standards as a result of the review.  All changes are in bold.

 

Key to review category

 

A

Dates changed, but no other changes are made - the replacement standard carries the same Id and a new version number

B

Changes made, but the overall outcome remains the same - the replacement standard carries the same Id and a new version number

C

Major changes that necessitate the registration of a replacement standard with a new Id

D

Standard will expire and not be replaced

 

Subfield            Motor Industry

Id

Domain

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

977

Automotive Preventative Maintenance

Automotive Administration

Demonstrate knowledge of automotive component corrosion prevention requirements

Demonstrate knowledge of, and recommend, automotive component corrosion prevention requirements

5

5

 

 

7

B

5783

Vehicle Bodywork

Identify and interpret current legislation relevant to the workplace in the motor industry

5

8

B

 

Automotive Administration

Identify, interpret, and apply legal requirements relevant to the workplace in the motor industry

 

 

 

5784

Vehicle Bodywork

Plan and draw a workshop layout in the motor body industry

5

3

B

 

Automotive Administration

Describe factors in determining, and draw a workplace layout in the motor body industry

 

4

 

5737

Vehicle Spraypainting

Assess vehicle paint damage, write a job sheet, estimate, and quotation, and cost the job

5

8

C

5779

Panelbeating

Assess vehicle panel damage, prepare a job sheet, estimate, and quotation, and cost the job

5

7

C

21084

Automotive Administration

Assess vehicle panel and/or paint damage, and prepare an estimate and/or quotation

 

4

 

 

Subfield            Motor Industry

Domain            Automotive Administration

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

15367

Demonstrate knowledge of automotive workplace efficiency and productivity concepts

Demonstrate knowledge of, and apply, automotive workplace efficiency and productivity concepts

4

 

5

4

B

21078

Demonstrate knowledge of quality control standards in the motor and related industries

3

2

New

21079

Inspect technical quality of work in the motor and related industries

5

4

New

21080

Provide technical guidance in the motor and related industries

5

4

New

21081

Adapt work processes to new technology in the motor and related industries

5

4

New

21082

Service and repair complex automotive systems

5

4

New

21083

Demonstrate knowledge of, and carry out, automotive failure analysis on systems and components

5

6

New

21084

Assess vehicle panel and/or paint damage, and prepare an estimate and/or quotation

5

4

New

21085

Interpret vehicle body and/or refinishing specifications using computer and digital imaging systems

5

4

New

21086

Analyse and interpret legal requirements relating to vehicle collision repair

5

6

New

21087

Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle insurance requirements, law, and liabilities

5

4

New

21088

Identify environmental impacts and requirements for end-of-life vehicles and/or components

5

4

New

 

Domain            Automotive Electrical and Electronics

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

966

Make up and install electronic circuitry to suit specific applications and components

5

5

B

979

Diagnose and rectify faults in an engine flywheel ignition system

4

5

B

15375

Diagnose and repair faults in electronically controlled systems used on heavy vehicles and machines

4

8

B

21089

Demonstrate knowledge of hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) technology, and service requirements

5

6

New

21090

Demonstrate knowledge of automotive multiplex and databus applications, and diagnose faults

5

6

New

21091

Demonstrate knowledge of in-vehicle information and control systems

5

6

New

21092

Demonstrate knowledge of, and interpret, complex automotive wiring diagrams and circuitry

5

6

New

21093

Demonstrate knowledge of, and use, portable computer diagnostic equipment to test vehicle systems

5

4

New

21094

Describe removal and installation of body components in terms of electronic integrity of vehicles

5

2

New

 

Domain            Automotive Hydraulics

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

21095

Demonstrate knowledge of, and interpret, complex automotive hydraulic diagrams and circuitry

5

6

New

 

Domain            Automotive Pneumatics

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

21096

Demonstrate knowledge of, and interpret, complex automotive pneumatic diagrams and circuitry

5

6

New

 

Domain            Automotive Transmission Systems

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

2321

Diagnose and rectify faults in heavy vehicle or equipment automatic transmissions

Diagnose and rectify faults in heavy vehicle or equipment automatic or power shift transmissions

4

8

B

 

 

Domain            Automotive Workshop Engineering

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

10102

Investigate and supervise the rectification of an automotive mechanical and/or bodywork problem

5

4

B

 

Domain            Engine Repairs

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

11731

Identify and analyse engine components for mechanical failure

Analyse engine and components for mechanical failure and/or potential failure

5

6

B

15449

Test a diesel engine on a dynamometer and determine engine condition using test results

4

4

B

 

Domain            Panelbeating

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

5770

Identify and work on damaged motor vehicles with anti-lock braking systems (ABS)

4

5

B

 

Domain            Vehicle Bodywork

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

21097

Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle body and structural design principles

5

6

New

21098

Describe aluminium alloy vehicle body and structural components, and determine repair requirements

5

4

New

21099

Determine the effects and report on complex damage to vehicle body systems and structure

5

6

New

 

Domain            Vehicle Braking Systems

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

974

Diagnose and rectify faults in a car or light commercial vehicle anti-lock braking system (ABS)

5

4

B

15474

Demonstrate knowledge of, diagnose, and rectify faults in a motorcycle anti-lock braking system

5

4

B

21101

Check and rectify faults on air-braked heavy vehicle anti-lock braking and traction control systems

5

4

New

 

Domain            Vehicle Spraypainting

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

5731

Touch up the paintwork on a vehicle using three layer pearl finishes

4

7

B

21102

Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle paint technology

5

4

New

21103

Determine a paint maintenance programme for customers

5

1

New

 

Domain            Vehicle Steering and Suspension

Id

Title

Level

Credit

Review Category

21104

Demonstrate knowledge of fine tuning motorcycle steering, suspension, and frame

5

4

New