Motorcycle Engineering
National Certificate in Motorcycle Engineering
| level of qualification: | 4 |
| credit total: | 239 |
Purpose and content of the National Certificate
Purpose:
This certificate is designed as the national qualification for people working in the motorcycle engineering sector of the motor industry. This qualification recognises the knowledge and skills required to carry out all tasks required in motorcycle engineering from preparing a machine for delivery to a customer, costing jobs, to diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical and electronic faults.
Content:
Compulsory unit standards
Automotive Administration
| 248 | Describe an apprenticeship employment contract for the automotive industry |
| 249 | Carry out automotive industry personal workplace requirements |
| 392 | Maintain automotive stock and plant security |
| 934 | Cost a job for an automotive repair or service |
| 946 | Book in work for an automotive business |
| 968 | Estimate the cost of an automotive repair |
Automotive Electrical and Electronics
| 232 | Test an automotive electrical circuit |
| 233 | Service an automotive battery |
| 234 | Describe automotive starting and charging systems and their operation |
| 235 | Describe automotive ignition systems and their operation |
| 877 | Identify functions of automotive lighting systems, rectify lighting faults, and adjust vehicle lamps |
| 890 | Diagnose and repair faults in electrical starting and charging systems on motorcycles |
| 898 | Identify an automotive wiring diagram and translate information to a motor vehicle circuit |
| 899 | Carry out automotive wiring repairs and test circuits for serviceability |
| 909 | Install, repair, and replace electrical accessories in vehicles |
| 979 | Diagnose and rectify faults in an engine flywheel ignition system |
| 15376 | Diagnose and repair faults in electronically controlled systems used on motorcycles |
| 15377 | Test, diagnose, and rectify faults in a motorcycle electronic ignition system |
| 15378 | Test and rectify faults in a motorcycle contact breaker battery ignition system |
Automotive Fuel Systems and Exhausts
| 240 | Demonstrate knowledge of petrol fuel systems |
| 892 | Test, diagnose, and rectify faults in an electronic fuel injection (EFI) system on an engine |
| 933 | Diagnose and rectify exhaust system faults |
| 962 | Diagnose and rectify faults in a motorcycle fuel system |
Automotive Preventative Maintenance
| 229 | Identify the functions and general locations of motor vehicle systems and components |
| 237 | Describe automotive brake, steering, and suspensions systems, and their operation |
| 245 | Select and apply lubricants and sealants for automotive and related industry applications |
| 944 | Carry out a pre-delivery service and rectify defects on a motorcycle |
| 956 | Inspect motorcycles for Warrant of Fitness requirements |
Automotive Sales
| 380 | Carry out an appraisal of a vehicle |
Automotive Transmission Systems
| 926 | Demonstrate knowledge of and rectify faults in a motorcycle clutch |
| 927 | Demonstrate knowledge of, test, and overhaul a motorcycle transmission |
| 939 | Diagnose and rectify motorcycle final drive faults |
Automotive Workshop Engineering
| 226 | Perform safe working practices in an automotive workshop |
| 227 | Carry out general engineering tasks to repair and make automotive components |
| 228 | Select and use hand tools and workshop equipment for an automotive application |
| 230 | Repair and manufacture automotive components by oxy-acetylene gas welding |
| 913 | Use the oxy-acetylene process for welding and allied uses in the motor industry |
| 924 | Clean automotive components and maintain cleaning equipment |
| 3381 | Assess and repair damaged motorcycles |
Engine Repairs
| 231 | Explain the operation of two and four stroke petrol and diesel engines |
| 236 | Service automotive cooling systems |
| 243 | Carry out basic tuning on a four stroke petrol engine |
| 244 | Disassemble and assemble a four stroke engine |
| 879 | Test a two stroke petrol engine to determine its condition |
| 928 | Demonstrate knowledge of, and repair a manual starting system on a small engine |
| 3400 | Check a four stroke petrol engine for condition using hand held test equipment |
| 15442 | Carry out repairs to a motorcycle cylinder head |
| 15443 | Demonstrate knowledge of, test, and repair a motorcycle engine cooling system |
| 15444 | Repair a motorcycle engine crankshaft assembly |
| 15445 | Repair a motorcycle engine piston and cylinder assembly |
Tyres
| 15472 | Repair punctures and fit tyres to motorcycle wheels |
Vehicle Braking Systems
| 973 | Diagnose and rectify brake system faults on a motorcycle |
Vehicle Recovery
| 3387 | Respond to vehicle breakdown |
Vehicle Steering and Suspension
| 2311 | Describe, diagnose, and rectify faults in motorcycle frames, suspension, and steering systems |
| 2327 | Demonstrate knowledge of motorcycle wheel assemblies, and repair them |
Selling Skills
| 58 | Complete a sales transaction in a given situation |
Service Sector - Core Skills
| 56 | Attend to customer enquiries face-to-face and on the telephone |
| 57 | Provide customer service in given situations |
Elective unit standards
A minimum of 24 credits is required from the following unit standards
Automotive Administration
| 225 | Identify the occupational areas and structure of the New Zealand Automotive Industry |
| 382 | Demonstrate knowledge of payment types, and carry out office procedures in an automotive company |
| 386 | Determine stock levels of automotive products |
| 391 | Prepare a quotation for the supply of an automotive product, repair, or service |
| 398 | Interpret warranties and guarantees that apply to the automotive industry |
Automotive Electrical and Electronics
| 8187 | Describe electronic components and circuitry for automotive engineering requirements |
Automotive Fuel Systems and Exhaust
| 15383 | Recondition an automotive turbocharger |
Automotive Plastic Repair
| 876 | Repair plastic automotive components |
Automotive Preventative Maintenance
| 977 | Demonstrate knowledge of automotive component corrosion prevention requirements |
Automotive Sales
| 383 | Demonstrate knowledge of purchasing automotive parts for resale and storing parts |
| 385 | Sell automotive products |
| 11745 | Demonstrate knowledge of and sell automotive service |
Automotive Workshop Engineering
| 914 | Metal-arc gas shield (MIG) weld automotive components |
| 950 | Manual metal arc weld automotive components in flat and vertical positions |
Engine Repairs
| 886 | Test a four stroke petrol engine using a tunescope |
| 967 | Measure and interpret engine performance |
| 980 | Service engine driven stationary and mobile generators and power units, and repair control systems |
Vehicle Braking Systems
| 15474 | Demonstrate knowledge of, diagnose, and rectify faults in a motorcycle anti-lock braking system |
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