NZQA unit standard / 15459 version 4
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Title / Demonstrate knowledge of trailer boat surface piercing drive units and servicing requirements
Level / 3 / Credits / 2
Purpose / This theory-based unit standard is for people in the trailer boat repair industry. People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of surface piercing drive units, and surface piercing drive unit servicing requirements.
Classification / Motor Industry > Trailer Boat Systems
Available grade / Achieved

Guidance information

Definition

Service information may include but is not limited to – technical information of a vehicle, machine, or product detailing operation; installation and servicing procedures; manufacturer instructions and specifications; technical terms and descriptions; and detailed illustrations. This can be accessed in hard copy or electronic format and is normally sourced from the manufacturer.

Outcomes and performance criteria

Outcome 1

Demonstrate knowledge of surface piercing drive units.

Performance criteria

1.1Drive components and their location are identified in accordance with service information.

Rangeinput shaft, transom mounting, double acting universal joint assembly, torque tube, propeller shaft, rudder, propeller.

1.2Operation of a surface piercing drive unit is described in accordance with service information.

Rangesteering, shallow water operation, use in aerated and ventilated water, use of large diameter propellers.

1.3Surface piercing drive unit transom mounting requirements are described in accordance with service information.

Outcome 2

Demonstrate knowledge of surface piercing drive unit servicing requirements.

Performance criteria

2.1Routine maintenance procedures are identified from the manufacturer maintenance schedules.

Rangelubrication, sealing, adjustment.

2.2Visual inspection procedures are identified in accordance with service information.

Rangedamage, mounting, condition of rubber boot and propeller, operation of drive.

2.3Repair procedures are identified in accordance with service information.

Planned review date / 31 December 2019

Status information and last date for assessment for superseded versions

Process / Version / Date / Last Date for Assessment
Registration / 1 / 23 February 1999 / N/A
Revision / 2 / 16 April 2003 / N/A
Review / 3 / 21 September 2007 / N/A
Rollover / 4 / 20 July 2017 / N/A
Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR) reference / 0136

This CMR can be accessed at http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/framework/search/index.do.

Comments on this unit standard

Please contact the NZ Marine and Composites Industry Training Organisation if you wish to suggest changes to the content of this unit standard.

New Zealand Marine and Composites Industry Training Organisation
SSB Code 101812 /  New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2019