View Unit : Competency in Removing and Replacing Light Vehicle Chassis Units and Components

Unit

Unit Reference Number

K/601/3774

Qualification Framework

QCF

Title

Competency in Removing and Replacing Light Vehicle Chassis Units and Components

Unit Level

Level 2

Unit Sub Level

None

Guided Learning Hours

Unit Credit Value

Date of Withdrawal

SSAs

4.3 Transportation Operations and Maintenance

Unit Grading Structure

Pass

Assessment Guidance

This unit must be assessed in accordance with the IMI Assessment Strategy and adhere to the Competency Unit Assessment Requirements developed for the unit, both of which can be downloaded from the IMI website:

http://www.motor.org.uk/standards-and-qualifications/qualification-credit-framework-5.1-qcf.html

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Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcome - The learner will:		Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1	Be able to work safely when carrying out removal and replacement activities	1.1	. Use suitable personal protective equipment and vehicle coverings throughout all light vehicle chassis unit and component removal and replacement activities
1		1.2	. Work in a way which minimises the risk of damage or injury to the vehicle, people and the environment
2	Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task	2.1	. Select suitable sources of technical information to support light vehicle chassis unit and component removal and replacement activities including: a. vehicle technical data b. removal and replacement procedures c. legal requirements
2	Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task	2.2	. Use technical information to support light vehicle chassis unit and component removal and replacement activities
3	Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment	3.1	. Select the appropriate tools and equipment necessary for removal and replacement of light vehicle chassis systems including: a. steering b. suspension c. braking d. wheels & tyres
		3.2	. Ensure that equipment has been calibrated to meet manufacturers’ and legal requirements
		3.3	. Use the correct tools and equipment in the way specified by manufacturers to remove and replace light vehicle chassis systems
4	Be able to carry out removal and replacement of light vehicle chassis units and components.	4.1	. Remove and replace the light vehicle’s chassis systems and components, adhering to the correct specifications and tolerances for the vehicle and following: a. the manufacturer’s approved removal and replacement methods b. recognised researched repair methods c. health and safety requirements.
		4.2	. Ensure that replacement light vehicle chassis units and components conform to the vehicle operating specification and any legal requirements
		4.3	. Use suitable testing methods to evaluate the performance of the reassembled system
		4.4	. Ensure that the reassembled light vehicle chassis system performs to the vehicle operating specification and meets any legal requirements
		4.5	Complete all system diagnostic activities within the agreed timescale
5	Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations	5.1	. Produce work records that are accurate, complete and passed to the relevant person(s) promptly in the format required
		5.2	. Make suitable and justifiable recommendations for cost effective repairs
		5.3	. Identify and report any expected delays in completion to the relevant person(s) promptly in the format required.
		5.4	. Record and report any additional faults noticed during the course of their work promptly in the format required

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