6.AURETR112 Test and Repair Basic Electrical Circuits

AURETR112 Test and repair basic electrical circuits
Assessment 1 – Questioning – Written Assessment
Student Name Laljeet Singh Dhaliwal Student ID Number S32168
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Student Guide for Written Knowledge Assessment

Overview of This is a written assessment task you will be assess on your knowledge of testing and
Assessment repairing basic electrical circuits.
The topics that will be covered in the assessment are:
1. Prepare to test basic electrical circuit
2. Test circuit
3. Repair and check circuit
4. Complete work processes
This assessment will ensure that the elements, performance criteria, performance evidence
and knowledge evidence required, and conditions are adhered to demonstrate competency
in this unit assessment task.
● Read the assessment carefully before commencing.
● 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.
● This is an “Open Book” assessment, and students can use the resources listed in
the “Resources Required” section below.
Task/s to be To complete this written assessment, you will need to answer the 70 questions comprising
assessed of Multiple Choice, True and False, Fill-in the Gap and Short Answer questions.
Time allowed On average, the Assessment should take 4 – 6 hours to complete.
Location This theory assessment will be completed in a classroom under the supervision of a
trainer/assessor.
Decision making To receive a ‘satisfactory’ outcome for this assessment, students MUST successfully
rules answer all questions. If a student achieves less than 100%, they can reattempt the
assessment after further study has taken place. Students who cannot achieve a minimum of
100% you will not have satisfactorily completed this assessment
Your assessor will be looking for the following in this assessment task: -
● Methods to locate and interpret information required to test and repair basic
electrical circuits, including:
o Technical information, including:
‒ Circuit types
‒ Circuit diagrams
‒ Circuit symbols
o Manufacturer specifications and procedures or equivalent documentation
● Workplace procedures required to test and repair basic electrical circuits, including:
o Establishing serviceability of tools and equipment
o Documentation procedures
o Housekeeping procedures, including:
‒ Examination of tools and equipment
‒ Storage of equipment
‒ Identification, tagging and isolation of faulty equipment
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‒ Disposal of excess materials

‒ Recycling procedures
● Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements relating to testing and repairing
basic electrical circuits, including procedures for:
o Using specialised tools and equipment
o Selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
o Identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with wearing jewellery
while working around electrical systems
● Environmental procedures relating to testing and repairing basic electrical circuits
● Basic theory and principles of automotive electrical systems, including:
o Current
o Alternating current (AC)
o Direct current (DC)
o Voltage
o Resistance
o Power
o Ohm’s law
● Identification and operation of the following electrical circuits:
o Series circuits
o Parallel circuits
o Series parallel circuits
● Key features of basic electrical circuit components, including:
o Cable types, including:
‒ Cable sizes
‒ Current carrying capacity
o Circuit protection devices
o Switches
o Relays
o Automotive globes
● Procedures for using and operating electrical test equipment, including:
o Digital multimeters
o Test lights suitable for circuit testing, including resistive and light emitting
diode (LED)
o Test probes suitable for testing circuit continuity
o Fused test lead
● Common types of faults, including:
o Open circuits
o High resistance circuits
o Short circuits
o Damaged insulation
o Frayed wires
o Burnt wiring
o Water and moisture ingress
o Connector damage
o Terminal damage
● Testing procedures for electrical systems, including:
o Accessing electrical terminals and using test probes without damaging
connectors, fuse holders or wiring
o Electrical measuring and testing procedures, including:
‒ Electrical resistance checks
‒ Open and short circuit tests
‒ Voltage drop tests
‒ Current flow tests
o Visual testing procedures, including:
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‒ Component moisture ingress

‒ Connector damage
● Repair procedures for electrical circuits, including:
o Wire soldering procedures
o Terminal crimping procedures
o Replacing male and female terminals in a connector housing
o Connector removal and replacement procedures
o Basic electrical components removal and replacement procedures
● Post-repair testing procedures, including:
o Confirming that electrical system is operating to manufacturer specifications
o Confirming that no other problems are present as a result of the repair
Assessment Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately

conditions reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment MUST include direct observation of tasks.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals MUST provide
evidence that links them to the basic electrical circuits they have tested and repaired, e.g.
repair orders.
Assessors MUST verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge
to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources MUST be made available:
● Automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace
● Workplace instructions
● Manufacturer electrical system specifications
● Vehicle or machinery with faults in the basic electrical circuits specified in the
performance evidence
● Electrical test equipment to test basic electrical circuits and components
● Consumable materials relevant to repairing basic electrical circuits and
components, including connectors, terminals, wire, electrical tape and heat shrink
sleeving
● Electrical repair tools, equipment and materials relating to basic electrical circuits
and components.
Assessors of this unit MUST satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational
education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Resources required Learning Resources available to students include:

● Automotive Technology (A System Approach) 7th Edition – Chapters 2, 5, 6, 7, 15,
16 & 20
● Websites –
Ohm’s law calculator http://www.sengpielaudio.com/calculator-ohmslaw.htm
Fluke 87 Multimeter http://media.fluke.com/documents/80v_____umeng0200.pdf
● Trainer Handouts
Results/Re- ● The Assessor will grade the assessment and record the result on the front page of
assessment this document (S) – Satisfactory if all observable behaviours are correct and (NS)
not satisfactory if any areas are left incorrect
● Feedback will be provided on either result
● Where a student receives a ‘NS – Not Satisfactory’ result, the assessor will discuss
the area of the non-compliant observable behaviour and an opportunity given for re-
assessment. This may be through direct observation or a different method of
assessment e.g. verbal/oral questioning, problem solving exercise.
● If the outcome is again not satisfactory the student result will be deemed (NYC) not
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yet competent. Additional feedback will be given, and a time agreed upon for further
assessment after additional training and skills practice has taken place, this
information will be recorded, dated and signed in the re-assessment area on the
last page of this document
● Where all the assessment tasks have been graded (S) Satisfactory, the student will
be deemed C – Competent for the practical component and the result recorded and
signed in the area indicated on the last page of this document
Reasonable If the participant is unable to undertake the written assessment as designed, an interview
Adjustment (verbal questioning) may be used as an alternate approach.
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Assessment 1 – Questioning
Written Assessment
1. What five [5] important items of personal safety equipment (PPE) are worn when testing and repairing
electrical circuits?
1 Cotton protective clothing with long sleeves
2 Helmet or hard hat
3 Goggles for eye protection
4 Gloves
5 Safety footwear
Fill in the missing words

2. Place the missing words to complete the missing word statement about the reasons why rings, necklaces,
bracelets, and watches should not be worn while working around electrical systems.
Missing Words: metals, short, bare, , body electricity.

The __metals____ in most jewellery conducts ____electricity_____ very well and can easily cause a
____short____, through your __body__ if this jewellery touches a __bare___ wire.
True False question. Select the correct answer

3. You should NEVER connect a ‘self-powered’ test-lights to a circuit that is powered.
☐ True or ☐ False

4. The leads of an ammeter should NEVER be placed the across the battery or a load.
Multiple Choice question. Select the correct answer.

5. The electrical principles of ‘Voltage’ is?
A. It is an electrical pressure measured as volts.

B. It is the electromotive force (EMF).
C. It causes the movement of the electrons within a wire/conductor.
D. All the above are correct.
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6. Describe electrical principles of ‘Current’?
In two circuits of equal voltage, the current will be proportionately greater in the circuit of lower
resistance. In circuits of equal resistance, the current flowing will be directly proportional to the
voltage applied. Current is directly proportional to voltage, inversely proportional to resistance.
I (Amperes) = E (Volts)/R (Ohms)

7. The key principle of ‘Resistance’ within an electrical circuit is that: resistance is the opposition to current flow.

8. The electrical principles of ‘Power’ is?
A. Power is the rate of doing electrical work and is expressed in watts.

B. A watt is equal to 1 volt multiplied by 1 amp.
C. Power is equal to the voltage time the amperes in an electrical circuit.
9. What is a series circuit?
In a series circuit, the current that flows through each of the components is the
same, and the voltage across the circuit is the sum of the individual voltage drops across
each component.
10. What is a parallel circuit?
In electric circuit, a parallel circuit comprises branches so that the current divides and
only part of it flows through any branch. The voltage, or potential difference, across
each branch of a parallel circuit is the same, but the currents may vary.
11. What is a series parallel circuit?
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A series-parallel circuit, or combination circuit, combines both series and parallel

connections. ▪ Most electronic circuits fall into this category. Series-parallel circuits are
typically used when different voltage and current values are required from the same
voltage source.
12. Describe the difference between alternating and direct current.

Electric current flows in two ways as an alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC). In
alternating current, the current keeps switching directions periodically – forward
and backward. While in the direct current it flows in a single direction steadily.
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13. Define Ohm’s law?
Place the missing words to complete the following Ohm’s law statements.
Missing Words: current, electricity, known, resistance, Ohm’s, triangle , formula, relationship and found.
Ohm’s law defines the _relationship__ between current, voltage, and resistance.
Ohm’s law is the basic law of ____electricity___.
It states that the amount of __current____ in an electric circuit is inversely proportional to the
__resistance____ of the circuit and it is directly proportional to the _electricity or voltage____ in the circuit.
Ohm’s law is a mathematical __formula___ that shows how current, voltage and resistance work together to
produce electricity.
If any two electrical values are _known___, the third can be __found___.
The mathematical formula for Ohm’s law is expressed in a __triangle____.
Fill out the following table with the correct information.

14. Outline the formula used to calculate each of the following electrical units
Name Formula Sign Unit Symbol
Voltage V Volt V
Current I ampere A
Resistance R Ohm O
Fill out the following table with the correct answers.

15. Using Ohm’s law, work out the following basic formulas.
V = 2 Amps × 6 Ohms V= 12volt
I = 12V ÷ 6R I= 2ampere
R = 12V ÷ 4I R= 3 ohm
16. In a clean, well-wired circuit, the fog lights will draw 2 amperes of current (below). What would happen if
resistance in the circuit increases due to corroded or damaged wires or connections? If bad connections add
2 ohms of resistance to the circuit, the total resistance is?
Using Ohm’s law, calculate with this total resistance what the current “I” would now be?
If the resistance in the circuit increases as according to ohms law current is inversely proportional to
resistance so if resistance increases current decreases.
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12 12
I= = I = 1.5 ampere
6+2 8

17. Stranded wire has more resistance than a solid copper wire and stranded wires are less flexible.

18. Wire size is determined by the diameter of the conductor.

19. In the AWG standard, the relationship between wire diameter and AWG wire size, states that the higher the
AWG number means that the diameter of the wire conductor measured is larger.

20. There are the major factors that determine the proper size of wire to be used.
A. Wire has a large enough diameter to carry the necessary current for the load components in the circuit.
B. The wire must be able to withstand any vibration within the vehicles electrical circuit.
C. The wire must be able to withstand the anticipated amount of heat exposure with the vehicle wiring.
21. In most wiring colour codes, what do the first and second group of letters on the wiring diagram?
The first set of letters corresponds
22. What is the purpose of a circuit protection device?
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Circuit protective devices, as the name implies, all have a common purpose — to protect
the units and the wires in the circuit. Some are designed primarily to protect the wiring
and to open the circuit in such a way as to stop the current flow when the current becomes
greater than the wires can safely carry.
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Drop and Drag

23. Name the different types of vehicle fuses in the table below?
Words: Blade, Ceramic, “F” type glass, Cartage, Maxi, Mini
(A) maxi (B) mini (C) blade (Auto- (D) Ceramic (E) cartage (F) “F” type glass,
fuse)

24. A switch controls the on/off operation of a circuit and it directs the current flow?
25. In a single-pole, single-throw switch, what does the ‘pole’ and ‘throw’ refer to?
“Pole” indicates the number of circuits that one switch can control for one operation
of the switch. “Throw” indicates the number of contact points.

26. A relay is an electrical switch that allows a small amount of current to control a high-current circuit.
27. What is a relay?
A relay is the device that opens or closes the contacts to cause the operation of the
other electric control. Relays control one electrical circuit by opening and closing
contacts in another circuit.
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28. Why is a relay used in a circuit?

Relays are mainly used for remote switching, and for high voltage or high current
switching. They are particularly valuable because they can control these high voltages
and currents with only a small voltage or current in return.
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Drop and Drag

29. Name the following automotive globes in the table below.
Words: Double filament, Festoon, HID, Instrument panel, LED, number plate, Quartz halogen, Single filament,
Wedge or capless
Single filament Festoon Quartz halogen Double filament
wedge or caples Instrument panel HID LED
30. Name the three [3] main parts of the incandescent lamp below.
1 Glass Envelope
2 Tungsten filaments
3 Terminals
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31. Place the missing words to complete the following statement. What is a wiring diagram and what kind of
information does it provide the repair technician?
Missing Words: interconnected, source, wires, schematics, diagnosis, diagrams , symbols, problems, and
troubleshooting.
Wiring diagrams are electrical ____symbols____ that show a representation of actual electrical or electronic
components by use of ___schematics__ and the wiring of the vehicle's systems. The wiring diagram will
indicate what circuits are ___interconnected___, where circuits receive their voltage __source____, what
colour of ___wires___ are used in the circuit, and additional information necessary for the technician to make
an accurate __diagnosis_____. Wire _diagrams____ are a vital tool to the technician for
__troubleshooting___ any electrical system __problems____.

32. The purpose of the Component Locator (Configuration Diagrams) is to provide help to find where an electrical
component, harness and connectors are installed within the vehicle.
Drop and drag

33. Name the following electrical symbols that you would find in a wiring diagram in the table below.
Words: Battery, Bulb, Capacitor, Circuit breaker, Coil winding, Coil with steel laminations, Connector, Diode,
Dual-filament bulb, Female terminal, Fuse, Ground, Light emitting diode, Male terminal, Motor, Negative,
Positive, Resistor, Splice, Variable resistor, Variable resistor potentiometer, Wires not electronically
connected, Zener diode
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posotive bulb diode
negative dual filament zener diode
battery male light emitting

diode
ground female
capacitor
connector
motor
Fuse splice
circuit not
breaker connected
wires
resistor
variable
resistor coil winding
Variable resistor
potentiometer coil with steel
Drop and drag

34. Identify the following electrical components in the wiring diagram below.
Words: Fuse, Lamps, Switch & Grounds
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35. A standard or basic Digital Multimeter can measure what electrical vehicle systems.
A typical multimeter can measure voltage, resistance, and current, in which case it is also known as a
volt-ohm-milliammeter (VOM), as the unit is equipped with voltmeter, ammeter, and ohmmeter functionality.
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36. On the Digital Multimeter name each part in the table below.
1 11
1 Data hold 12 max/ mini continuity
2
2 manual or auto range 3 13 relative
selector 4 12 measurement
5
3 max/min mode 13 14 frequency counter
14 duty current
4 shift button 6
15 15 diode metre
5 back light 7 16
17 16 ohmmeter, shift,
6 dial 8 continuity and
18
9 19 capacitance metre
7 terminal for R,V,C 20
10 21 17 Ac &Dc milliamp
8 COM port 22
18 ohmmeter, shift,
9 Ac &Dc ammeter continuity metre
(milliamp)
19 AC & Dc microamp
10 AC and DC ammeter
terminal 20 Ac & Dc millivolts
11 digital screen 21 Dc volts
22 Ac volts

37. When checking for voltage in an electrical circuit the digital mustimeters must be connected in parallel to the
circuit or component being measured.

38. Place the missing words to complete the following statement. Explain how the digital multimeter checks for
resistance in a circuit or electrical component.
Missing Words: series, voltage, resistance, test-leads, measured, multimeter and current.
A digital ______multimeter___ contains a battery and is connected in ____series____ with the component or
wire being measured___. When the leads are connected to a component, ____current____ flows through the
__test leads_____ and the difference in __voltage___ (voltage drop) between the leads is measured as
__resistance____.
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39. A digital mustimeter displaying a ‘Zero Ohms’ mean there is no resistance between the test leads, this
indicating continuity or a continuous path for the current to flow in a closed circuit.
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40. High-impedance test-lights are safe to use on computer circuits as do not affect the circuit current in the same
way as conventional 12-volt test-lights when connected to a computer circuit

41. Place the missing words to complete the following logic probe statement. Explain the how to use a logic
probe?
Missing Words: powers, voltage, logic, troubleshooting, battery, changing , pulse-light, connected and probing.
A logic probe must first be _connected____ to a power and ground source such as the vehicle _battery__.
This connection __powers____ the probe and gives it a reference low (ground). Most ___logic__ probes also
make a distinctive __probing___ for each high-and low-voltage level. This makes ____troubleshooting_____
easier when probing connectors or component terminals. A sound (usually a beep) is heard when the probe
tip is touched to a __changing___ voltage source. The changing _voltage__ also usually lights the ___pulse
light__ on the logic probe.

42. A continuity test-light is like a normal test light but includes a battery for self-power and it illuminates whenever
it is connected to both ends of a wire that has an open circuit or is broken.

43. It is always recommended that a fuse be installed to test leads or jumper wire when testing an automotive
circuit as the ammeter lead position results in zero ohms of resistance to current flow through the meter. The
meter or the fuse inside the meter will be destroyed if the meter is connected to a battery.

44. If the wiring insulation were damaged, frayed or burnt, what kind of fault could this cause?
A. Broken causing an open circuit.

B. Frayed wiring causing an intermittent fault.
C. Damaged insulation that exposes live wires causing possible short circuits.
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45. Describe each of the following common circuit faults:

Open:
These faults occur due to the failure of one or more conductors. The figure below illustrates the open circuit
faults for single, two and three phases (or conductors) open condition. The most common causes of these
faults include joint failures of cables and overhead lines, and failure of one or more phase of circuit breaker
and due to melting of a fuse or conductor in one or more phases. Open circuit faults are also called as series
faults. These are unsymmetrical or unbalanced type of faults except three phase open fault.
1. Fuse
2. Circuit Breaker
3. Protective Relays
4. Lighting Arrestor
46. What faults should you visually inspect for on wiring and connectors?
● Your first step is to visually check the entire length of the cable for obvious signs of damage. This
allows you to see if the wiring is cut at any point or beginning to fray, and both of these problems
should be flagged up immediately as a potential hazard.
● If internal wiring of the cable is exposed, you must fail that cable immediately and seek a
replacement.
● Treat taped cables with great suspicion – tape is usually hiding a big problem and should be
removed and the damage assessed. If it looks damaged, stop using it immediately.
● Determine whether the position of the cable is safe. If the cable is in a dangerous area that could
easily damage it or is a trip hazard, the chances of that cable being damaged increase dramatically.
Wherever possible, ensure cables are tidily hidden away and don’t become a risk to anyone
● Obvious damage – this is the most common source of faults within plugs. Moving furniture or appliances
and leaving the plug dangling to smash into walls can have extreme effects on the casing of the plug, either
weakening it or cracking it directly.
● Signs of burning or damage to the plug. If there are any of these then replace the plug.
● Insulated pins. Although not illegal to have them in use it is recommended that any plug without insulation
on the live and neutral pins are removed from service.
● Incorrect fuse sizes. Replace any plug fuse that is found to be overrated.
● Class 1 appliances – Must have an earth wire fitted into the plug. Fail any Class 1 appliance that has a two
core cable fitted.
● Incorrectly wired. Check the plug to make sure that the terminations are correct and that the live, neutral
and earth conductors are connected to the correct terminals.
● Ensure that the terminations are tight.
● Bent pin plugs should never be used. They won’t fit correctly into plug sockets, and the results could be
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extremely dangerous.

47. Testing electrical circuits requires the technician to use backprobing tools to probe a connector to allow a test
led to make contact a terminal inside the connector. This technique may cause the following to occur:
A. Use of back probing tools may cause damage to the connector and its seals.
B. Attempting to force a back probe tool or meter lead into a female terminal can damage the terminal and
expand its opening.
C. Can create an open or intermittent connection once the male and female connectors are both reattached.
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48. Place the missing words to complete the following testing procedures. How do you measure for resistance in
an electrical circuit or component?
Missing Words: series, voltage, resistance, connected, battery, test-leads , measured, mustimeter and current.
To test for __resistance___, the circuit or component must first be disconnected from the power source.
Connecting an ____battery__ into a live circuit usually results in damage to the meter. Checking the
resistance can be used to check the condition of a component or circuit. Often specifications list a normal
range of resistance values for specific parts. If the resistance is too _____Connected__________, check for
an ___test-leads____________ circuit or a faulty component. Excessive resistance can prevent a circuit from
operating normally. Loose, damaged, or dirty ___series____________ are common causes of excessive
resistance. If the resistance is too _____measured__________, check for a _____mustimeter__________
circuit or faulty component.

49. Place the missing words to complete the following testing procedures. How do you test for an ‘Open’ circuit?
Missing Words: excessive, voltage, resistance, load, testing, control, wiring, lower and ground.
Begin your testing by studying the __wiring____ diagram finding the most accessible place in the circuit and
work from. Check for __voltage_____ at the positive side of the load. If there are 0-volts, move to the output of
the ____load___, if there are at least 10.5 volts, the open is between the control and the load. If the reading is
10.5 volts or higher, check the ground side of the load. If the voltage there is 1 volt or __lower____ and the
load does not work, the __ground___ is bad. If the voltage at ground is greater than 1 volt, there is
___excessive___ resistance or an open in the ground circuit. If the voltage at the positive side of the load is
less than 10.5 volts but above 0 volts, move the positive lead of the voltmeter toward the battery,
_Control______ all connections along the way. If 10.5 volts or more are present at any connector, there is an
open or high ___resistance___ between that point and the point previously checked. If battery voltage is
present at the ___testing__ of the load, there is an open in the ground circuit.
50. Describe the ways to carry out a ‘voltage test’.
Voltages are measured simply by placing the digital multimeter across the two points
where the voltage is to be measured.
1. Power off the circuity/wiring under test if there is a danger of shorting out closely spaced
adjacent wires, terminals or other points which have differing voltages.
2. Plug the black ground probe lead into the COM socket on the meter (see photo below).
3. Plug the red positive probe lead into the socket marked V (usually also marked with the
Greek letter "omega" Ω and possibly a diode symbol).
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4. If the meter has has a manual range selection dial, turn this to select AC or DC volts and
pick a range to give the required accuracy. So for instance measuring 12 volts on the 20
volt range will give more decimal places than on the 200 volt range.
If the meter is auto ranging, turn the dial to the 'V' setting with the symbol for AC or DC
5. A mustimeters must be connected in parallel in a circuit (see diagram below) in order to
measure voltage. So this means the two test probes should be connected in parallel with
the voltage source, load or any other two points across which voltage needs to be
measured.
6. Touch the black probe against the first point of the circuitry/wiring.
7. Power up the equipment.
8. Touch the other red probe against the second point of test. Ensure you don't bridge the
gap between the point being tested and adjacent wiring, terminals or tracks on a PCB.
9. Take the reading on the LCD display
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51. Place the missing words to complete the following testing procedures. How do you test for a ‘Short’ circuit?
Missing Words: zero, jumper, short, current, wiring, connectors, ohmmeter, continuity, resistance, flow, and
protection
Using an ____ohmmeter___ check for an internal short in a component. If the component is good, the meter
will read the specified ___resistance___ or at least some resistance. If it is shorted, it will read lower than
normal or ___zero_____ resistance. Also, if the component has more than two terminals or pins, check for
__current_____ across all combinations of these. To test wire shorts, a special ___jumper__ wire with a
circuit breaker should be used as a substitute for the blown fuse. When a wire-to-wire short is suspected,
check the wiring diagram for all the affected components. Identify all points where the affected circuits share a
connector. Check the circuit ___protection___ devices for the circuits. High __current____ due to the short
will cause this. Check the _________wiring____ for signs of burned insulation and melted conductors. Install
a fused jumper wire across the fuse holder terminals.
Activate that circuit and disconnect the loads that should be activated by the switch. This will create open
circuits and, normally, current will not ____flow______. If sound is coming from the buzzer in the jumper wire,
current is still flowing somewhere in the circuit. Disconnect all _connectors______ in the circuit one at a time.
If the buzzer stops when a connector is disconnected, the _short___ is in that circuit.
52. Describe the ways to carry out a ‘current flow test’.
Instruments such as digital mustimeter’s, current probes, and clamp meters are often
used to measure current. By measuring the voltage across the resistor the current can
easily be calculated. For example of a 10Ω resistor is placed in circuit and a reading of
100 mV is detected across it, then using Ohms Law it can be deduced that the current is
V / R = 0.1 / 10 = 10 mA .

53. When soldering electrical wire together you must first wrap the two wires together, then place the tip of the
soldering iron underneath the wires. When the wires become hot enough, melt the resin-core solder onto the
top of the wires. Remove the soldering iron and let the solder cool down.
54. What is heat shrink and why is heat shrink used to cover electrical wiring repairs?
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Heat shrink tubing is a thermoplastic tube that shrinks when exposed to heat. When placed
around wire arrays and electrical components,Heat shrink works by creating a protective seal
around an electrical wire or connection. It is made from a substance that shrinks in diameter
when heated creating a secure seal. It is used in electrical work to protect wires, terminals and
connections against moisture and abrasion.
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55. Explain how a crimpled connection is made, or a crimp terminal attached?
Crimp-on connectors are attached by inserting the stripped end of a stranded wire
into a portion of the connector, which is then mechanically deformed by
compressing (crimping) it tightly around the wire.

56. Place the missing words to complete the following terminal removal and replacement procedures. Male and
female terminals within a multipin connector can be removed and replaced with care repairing the connector
making it re-serviceable.
Missing Words: locks, connector, pulled, locking, removal, enables and terminal.
Using the correct terminal __removal___ tool, insert it into the back of the connector depressing the
____locking____ tab. This _enables____ to wire and the terminal to be ____pulled____ out of the
__connector____ body. After terminals or connector repairs have been completed, push the _terminal____
back into the connector body until it __locks____ into place.
57. When replacing basic electrical components such as headlight bulb, what care is needed?
Before replacing the bulb, turn off the lamp, and let the bulb cool down. The hot bulb may
cause burns. After replacing the bulb, check to ensure no portion of the light fixtures
or electric cord is touching the bulb. If this occurs, the heated fixtures or cord may
cause a fire.Safety Precautions means general activities that include, but are not limited
to, wearing gloves, wearing eye protection, using equipment that is in good repair,
cleaning up spills.

58. It is important to correctly fit the rear rubber cap of headlight bulb after its been replaced as it needs to be
sealed to stop entry of dirt and water as this can damage the bulb and headlight reflector.

59. You should never assume that your work solved the original problem. You must ensure the fault reported has
been rectified and no other problems are present because of your repairs before returning the vehicle to the
customer.
Date:
60. According to the SDS for CIGWELD Cowled 965 Soldering Flux, what container should NOT be used to trap
and store this flux during soft soldering activities?
Cigweld 965 Soldering Flux 125ml for all Comweld soft solders
Overview
o For use with all Comweld soft solders, enabling excellent joints to be made on almost all metals and
combinations of metals
o Very active flux and therefore, if used on copper, brass, bronze may be diluted if required in the ratio 1
part flux to 4 parts water
o Highest quality flux
o Used in a Liquid Form Only
Specifications
o Boxed Contents: 2 x Cigweld 965 Soldering Flux 125ml
o Colour: Black
o Material: Plastic
o Brand Name: Cigweld

61. Place the missing words to complete the following statement about disposing CIGWELD Comweld 965
Soldering Flux in soldering using the following words.
Missing Words: Chemical, Licensed, Neutralise, Material, Recycle, Supplier, Treatment, Waste
● __Recycle__ wherever possible.

● Consult manufacturer for recycling options or consult local or regional __waste___ management authority
for disposal if no suitable ___Treatment__ or disposal facility can be identified.
● Treat and _neutralise__ at an approved treatment plant. Treatment should involve: Neutralisation with
soda-ash or soda-lime followed by burial in a land-fill specifically __licensed__ to accept chemical and / or
Date:
pharmaceutical wastes or Incineration in a licensed apparatus (after admixture with suitable combustible
_material___).
● Containers may still present a __chemical___ hazard/ danger when empty.
● Return to _supplier___ for reuse/ recycling if possible.

62. Which source of information will give you the most detail about testing and repairing electrical circuits on the
vehicle you are working on?
A. Workshop manual.
B. Owner’s manual.
C. Google.
D. Textbooks.
63. 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.
True and False

64. An automotive technician must adhere to workshop safety guidelines and procedures when using all tools and
equipment.
Date:
True and False

65. An automotive technician is required to document the work that was performed on a vehicle. Writing or typing
in the description of the steps performed during the testing and repair of the vehicle should be worded as if the
technician is talking to the customer.
True and False

66. Inspect your tools for cracks, broken parts, or other dangerous conditions before you use them. Never use
broken or damaged tools.
True and False

67. For best results and long tool life, each tool used must be cleaned and checked before placing it back into the
toolbox.

68. Lockout/tagout practices and procedures are intended to reduce the risk of automotive technicians’
inadvertently using tools, equipment or materials that have been determined to?
A. Be unsafe or potentially unsafe.

B. That are in the process of being serviced.
C. Both “Be unsafe or potentially unsafe” and “That are in the process of being serviced”.
D. Neither “Be unsafe or potentially unsafe” and “That are in the process of being serviced”.
True and False

69. Most electrical system components such as wiring, and terminals can be recycled.
True and False

70. Electrical components such as blubs can be reused on other vehicles as long as they meet that vehicle
specifications?
Date:

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Assessment 1 – Questioning – Written Assessment

Student Name Laljeet Singh Dhaliwal Student ID Number S32168

Unit Start Date Unit End Date

Assessment Due Date Date Submitted

The assessment process and tasks were fully explained. Yes / No

I am aware of which evidence will be collected and how. Yes / No

I am aware of my right to appeal an assessment decision. Yes / No

I have access to all required resources? Yes / No

Cheating & Plagiarism Declaration

Signature Laljeet Singh Date:

Satisfactory or Not Yet Satisfactory

Feedback to Student - Please provide general feedback on the Student’s performance

Student Name: Laljeet Singh Dhaliwal Assessor’s Name:

Student Signature Laljeet Singh Date Assessor Signature Date

Student Guide for Written Knowledge Assessment

Time allowed On average, the Assessment should take 4 – 6 hours to complete.

‒ Disposal of excess materials

‒ Component moisture ingress

Assessment Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately

Resources required Learning Resources available to students include:

2 Helmet or hard hat

3 Goggles for eye protection

Fill in the missing words

Missing Words: metals, short, bare, , body electricity.

True False question. Select the correct answer

True False question. Select the correct answer

Multiple Choice question. Select the correct answer.

A. It is an electrical pressure measured as volts.

6. Describe electrical principles of ‘Current’?

I (Amperes) = E (Volts)/R (Ohms)

True False question. Select the correct answer

Multiple Choice question. Select the correct answer.

A. Power is the rate of doing electrical work and is expressed in watts.

9. What is a series circuit?

10. What is a parallel circuit?

11. What is a series parallel circuit?

A series-parallel circuit, or combination circuit, combines both series and parallel

12. Describe the difference between alternating and direct current.

Fill in the missing words

Fill out the following table with the correct information.

Name Formula Sign Unit Symbol

Fill out the following table with the correct answers.

V = 2 Amps × 6 Ohms V= 12volt

True False question. Select the correct answer

True False question. Select the correct answer

True False question. Select the correct answer

Multiple Choice question. Select the correct answer.

The first set of letters corresponds

22. What is the purpose of a circuit protection device?

Drop and Drag

True False question. Select the correct answer

True False question. Select the correct answer

27. What is a relay?

28. Why is a relay used in a circuit?

Drop and Drag

Single filament Festoon Quartz halogen Double filament

wedge or caples Instrument panel HID LED

Fill in the missing words

True False question. Select the correct answer

Drop and drag

posotive bulb diode

negative dual filament zener diode

battery male light emitting

● Recycle wherever possible.