Unit standard 966
Unit standard 966
Make up and install electronic circuitry to suit specific applications and components
Version 4; Level 5; 5 credits
This is an elective unit standard for the Automotive Electrical and Mechanical strand of the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Advanced Technical) (Level 5).
Download full details of unit standard 966.
What is this unit standard about?
This unit standard is for people in the automotive electrical repair industry.
People credited with this unit standard are able to:
• demonstrate knowledge of the component to be incorporated in the vehicle's and/or machine's electrical system
• plan the vehicle's and/or machine's electrical circuitry to incorporate the component
• make up and install the circuitry.
Should I have completed any other unit standards first?
Unit standard 899 (Carry out automotive wiring and circuit repairs, or demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills).
How will this unit standard be assessed?
You will be required to:
• prove your theory knowledge of electronic components that might be incorporated into the vehicle's electrical system
• describe the requirements when choosing and installing those electronic components
• measure the current draw and calculate whether the existing circuit can be used
• draw a wiring diagram for the installation
• make up and install the circuitry
• test the circuit and component operation.
This will involve completing the following types of assessment:
• case study
• workplace report.
Special tools and equipment or range of work required
You will need:
• a multi-meter, including an ammeter
• equipment for installing electronic vehicle accessories, for example:
· timers
· dwell extenders
· engine shutdown systems
· voltage control units.
Supporting resources for this unit standard can be found on your ATech® Resources CD. The following links may also be useful:
1. Electrical Fundamentals
2. Battery Basics
3. Electrical Components
4. Electrical Switches
5. Understanding Relays
6. Computers and Logic Circuits
7. Circuit Protection
