DEFSIM016Fault find and repair simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware

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What an assessment for DEFSIM016 must cover

33 assessable components: 5 elements (16 performance criteria), 8 performance evidence and 9 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Receive and analyse fault report

  • 1.1Receive and analyse simulator computer systems peripheral hardware fault report
  • 1.2Identify and select appropriate fault finding method(s) that will apply across the range of simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware
  • 1.3Prepare the simulator computer system and peripheral hardware for fault finding

2 Identify and find fault

  • 2.1Apply fault finding method(s)
  • 2.2Identify and analyse fault indicators
  • 2.3Identify the simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware fault
  • 2.4Confirm that the fault is the one initially reported

3 Repair fault

  • 3.1Identify and confirm cause of fault
  • 3.2Identify and confirm repair method(s)
  • 3.3Complete simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware repair
  • 3.4Conduct post repair safety check
  • 3.5Restart simulator computer system and peripheral hardware

4 Conduct functional test

  • 4.1Test simulator computer system and peripheral hardware to ensure operational integrity
  • 4.2Confirm operational parameters

5 Finalise repair process

  • 5.1Finalise simulator computer system and peripheral hardware repair reports including a detailed synopsis of the fault and the repair process and any certification requirements
  • 5.2Report the operational status of the simulator computer system and peripheral hardware

Performance evidence

  • undertaking research and analysis related to simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware
  • following logical, fault finding techniques
  • applying simulator computer systems and/or peripheral hardware repair methodologies
  • following configuration management processes
  • using appropriate information technology and software including at least one of: general online diagnostic tools, proprietary simulator management databases, customer diagnostics software, burn in test software, image management software, file comparison software
  • identifying, reviewing and analysing information that may impact on the simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware fault finding
  • conducting simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware functional testing
  • negotiating and communicating with key stakeholders

Knowledge evidence

  • operational capabilities and limitations of the relevant simulator
  • operational capabilities and limitations of the relevant simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware
  • simulator operating modules comprising the simulator system being worked on
  • fault indicators related to the simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware being worked on
  • repair methodologies related to the simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware being worked on
  • legislative and regulatory requirements related to the simulator being worked on
  • organisational policy and procedures related to the relevant simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware
  • configuration management related to the simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware being worked on
  • product knowledge related to systems and/or equipment in service

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Questions about assessing DEFSIM016

What does an assessment tool for DEFSIM016 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for DEFSIM016 needs to address all 33 unit components: 5 elements with 16 performance criteria, 8 performance evidence requirements, 9 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for DEFSIM016?

Auditori pulls the current release of DEFSIM016 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for DEFSIM016 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing DEFSIM016 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of DEFSIM016, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.

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