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Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle security systems and their
installation
Level
3
Credits
4
Purpose
This theory-based unit standard is for people in the automotive industry.
People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of
vehicle security systems, and security system installation considerations.
Subfield
Motor Industry
Domain
Automotive Electrical and Electronics
Status
Registered
Status date
25 January 2008
Date version published
25 January 2008
Planned review date
31 December 2012
Entry information
Open.
Accreditation
Evaluation of documentation and visit by NZQA and
industry.
Standard setting body (SSB)
NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation (Incorporated)
Accreditation and Moderation Action Plan (AMAP) reference
0014
This AMAP can be accessed at http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/framework/search/index.do.
Special notes
1
Publications relevant to this unit standard include but are not limited to – New
Zealand Standards AS/NZS 3749.2:1997 Intruder alarm systems – Road vehicles –
Installation and maintenance; AS/NZS 4601:1999 Vehicle immobilizers.
2
New Zealand Standards are available from Standards New Zealand, Private Bag
2439, Wellington; phone 04 498 5990; or website http://www.standards.co.nz.
3
Definition
Company requirements refer to instructions to staff on policy and procedures which
are documented in memo or manual format and are available in the workplace.
These requirements include but are not limited to – company specifications and
procedures, work instructions, manufacturer specifications, product quality
specifications, and legislative requirements.
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Elements and performance criteria
Element 1
Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle security systems.
Performance criteria
1.1
Component parts of a security system are identified in accordance with
manufacturer specifications.
Range
1.2
The functions of a control unit are described in accordance with manufacturer
specifications.
Range
1.3
includes but is not limited to – spring-loaded pin switch, roller
push-button, magnetic reed switches (normally open, normally
closed), metal pressure switch (upholstery, floor carpet), mercury
tilt switch.
Sensor types and operation are described in accordance with manufacturer
specifications.
Range
1.6
includes but is not limited to – self-contained electronic siren, voice
warning systems, mechanical and motor driven sirens, air horns.
Switch trigger types and operation are described in accordance with
manufacturer specifications.
Range
1.5
includes but is not limited to – arm and disarm, monitor triggers,
react to an intrusion, disable the engine functions, show the status
of the system, on-board sensor and built-in relays, provide multiple
outputs (additional sounding devices, flashing lights, central
locking, self-diagnostic function, output accessories).
Types and operation of siren devices are described in accordance with
manufacturer specifications.
Range
1.4
includes but is not limited to – control unit, siren, switch triggers,
sensors, engine disable, remote control unit, accessory output
devices, microchipped entry or ignition key.
includes but is not limited to – motion sensors, shock and impact
sensors, glass sensors (sound), spatial sensors (ultrasonic, radio
field disturbance, infrared field disturbance).
Engine immobiliser types and operation are described in accordance with
manufacturer specifications.
Range
includes but is not limited to – starter disable, ignition disable,
diesel fuel interrupt, alcohol breath sensors;
factory fitted systems, after market systems.
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1.7
Remote control transmitter types and operation are described in accordance
with manufacturer specifications.
Range
1.8
The use of relays, diodes, and timers when installing an accessory device are
described in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
Range
1.9
includes but is not limited to – radio frequency (RF), infrared (IR),
inductive (magnetic).
as an interface, to isolate circuits.
The use of location and tracking systems in vehicles is described in accordance
with manufacturer specifications.
Element 2
Demonstrate knowledge of security system installation considerations.
Performance criteria
2.1
Procedures to take before and during a system installation are described in
accordance with company requirements.
Range
2.2
Precautions when mounting control units are identified in accordance with
company requirements.
Range
2.3
includes but is not limited to – obtaining customer requirements,
obtaining vehicle specifications and system instructions,
interpreting wiring diagrams, inspecting the vehicle for pre-existing
defects and reporting prior to commencing work, using dedicated
wiring, precautions when connecting to existing vehicle wiring
circuits.
mounting environment – away from obvious heat sources, good air
circulation, away from water drain path and moisture, avoiding
high vibration areas, avoiding areas with strong electromagnetic
fields;
mounting conditions – routing of wiring, secure and soldered
wiring connections, existing electromagnetic noise.
Installation precautions for sounding devices are described in accordance with
company requirements.
Range
includes but is not limited to – high heat, moisture, vibration,
defeatability.
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2.4
Installation precautions for switch triggers are described in accordance with
company requirements.
Range
2.5
includes but is not limited to – moisture, dirt and other
contaminants; avoidance of tampering; positioning in accordance
with switch type; protection of exposed contacts.
Installation precautions for immobilisers are described in accordance with
company requirements.
Range
avoidance of discovery, integrity of connections, hidden override
(failsafe).
Please note
Providers must be accredited by NZQA, or an inter-institutional body with delegated
authority for quality assurance, before they can report credits from assessment against
unit standards or deliver courses of study leading to that assessment.
Industry Training Organisations must be accredited by NZQA before they can register
credits from assessment against unit standards.
Accredited providers and Industry Training Organisations assessing against unit standards
must engage with the moderation system that applies to those standards.
Accreditation requirements and an outline of the moderation system that applies to this
standard are outlined in the Accreditation and Moderation Action Plan (AMAP). The
AMAP also includes useful information about special requirements for organisations
wishing to develop education and training programmes, such as minimum qualifications for
tutors and assessors, and special resource requirements.
Comments on this unit standard
Please contact the NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation (Incorporated)
info@mito.org.nz if you wish to suggest changes to the content of this unit standard.
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