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AUR32120 - Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
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Qualification Description
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to repair and maintain the body of cars, heavy vehicles and other vehicles in the automotive industry.
Job roles and employment outcomes
The Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology prepares new employees or recognises and develops existing workers who are repairing, maintaining and re-manufacturing the body of vehicles in the automotive industry.
Job roles related to this qualification include:
- vehicle body repair technician
- vehicle body restoration technician
- heavy vehicle body and chassis repair technician.
Application
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Credit will be granted towards this qualification to those who have completed AUR20912 Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology or other relevant qualifications.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR40712 Certificate IV in Automotive Body Repair Technology or other relevant qualifications.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements, depending on the work context. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Entry Requirements
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY | |
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the automotive body repair industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options. | |
Employability Skill | Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication | § clearly communicating workplace verbal and non-verbal information and ideas with workplace colleagues, including use of automotive terms § completing workplace reports § using and contributing to workplace procedures § maintaining workplace records § communicating with colleagues and clients to handle verbal enquiries, such as clarifying instructions and responding to requests for information § interpreting the needs of customers § reading and interpreting workplace-related documentation |
Teamwork | § identifying and describing own role and role of others § working with diverse individuals and groups § applying knowledge of own role to complete activities efficiently to support team activities and tasks |
Problem solving | § recognising a workplace problem or potential problem and taking action § determining problems needing priority action § referring problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person and suggesting possible causes § seeking information and assistance as required to solve problems § using a range of problem-solving techniques § taking action to resolve concerns § developing practical responses to common breakdowns in workplace systems and procedures |
Initiative and enterprise | § adapting to new and emerging situations in the workplace § being proactive and creative in responding to workplace problems, changes and challenges |
Planning and organising | § planning own work requirements and prioritising actions to achieve required outcomes and ensure tasks are completed on time § identifying risk factors and taking action to minimise risk |
Self-management | § selecting and using appropriate equipment, materials, processes and procedures § recognising limitations and seeking timely advice § planning own work requirements, setting own work program and managing time to ensure tasks are completed on time § following workplace documentation, such as codes of practice and operating procedures |
Learning | § asking questions to gain information § identifying sources of information, assistance and expert knowledge to expand knowledge, skills and understanding § participating in self-improvement activities § participating in development of workplace continuous improvement strategies § helping others develop competency |
Technology | § operating diagnostic and test equipment § performance testing components, systems and equipment § using tools and equipment efficiently and safely § storing and caring for components, parts, tools, test equipment and support equipment § using business technology to collect, analyse and provide information |
Packaging Rules
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 30 units of competency, consisting of:
- 16 core units
plus
- 8 specialist elective units in one of the selected specialist groups relating to occupational streams
plus
- 6 general elective units, of which:
- up to 6 elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below
- up to 5 elective units may be chosen from a Certificate II qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units chosen contribute to the vocational outcome of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.
Core units
Unit code | Unit title |
Common – Foundation Skills | |
AURAFA3008 | Read and apply automotive repair instructions |
Common – Health and Safety | |
AURASA2002 | Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
Electrical – Technical – Electrical and Electronic | |
AURETR3025 | Test, charge and replace batteries |
Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Tools and Equipment | |
AURTTK2002 | Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment |
Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Chassis and Frame | |
AURTTY3001 | Repair chassis, frame and associated components |
Vehicle Body – Environment – Body | |
AURVEN3002 | Monitor environmental and sustainability best practice in the automotive body repair industry |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Body | |
AURVTN2003 | Carry out pre-repair vehicle body operations |
AURVTN2004 | Remove, replace and realign bolt-on panels, sections and fittings |
AURVTN3016 | Repair body panels incorporating filler |
AURVTN3020 | Replace major welded panels |
AURVTN3022 | Repair vehicle body misalignment |
AURVTN3023 | Remove and replace adhesive bonded panels and structures |
AURVTN3035 | Apply original equipment manufacturer repair procedures |
AURVTN4032 | Determine vehicle damage and recommended repair procedures |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering | |
AURVTW2003 | Carry out gas metal arc welding procedures |
AURVTW2007 | Conduct oxy-acetylene, thermal heating and cutting |
Specialist elective units
Group A: Vehicle Body Repair
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Vehicle Body – Technical |
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AURVTA3002 | Remove and replace supplementary restraint systems |
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Vehicle Body – Technical – Body |
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AURVTN2002 | Carry out panel repairs |
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AURVTN2005 | Remove and fit protector mouldings, transfers and decals |
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AURVTN3015 | Repair body panels using metal finishing techniques |
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AURVTN3017 | Repair body panels and thermoplastic components |
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AURVTN3018 | Repair and replace structural damage by welding |
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AURVTN3019 | Repair and replace structural damage by riveting |
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AURVTN3026 | Repair aluminium body panels (finishing) |
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AURVTN3027 | Repair aluminium body panels (filling) |
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AURVTN3028 | Identify and repair high strength steel components |
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AURVTN3029 | Set up and operate universal measuring systems |
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AURVTN3031 | Conduct major sectional repairs |
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Vehicle Body – Technical – Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering |
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AURVTW2005 | Carry out spot welding procedures |
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Group B: Vehicle Body Restoration
Unit code | Unit title |
Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering | |
AURTTW2001 | Carry out soft soldering techniques |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Body | |
AURVTN3015 | Repair body panels using metal finishing techniques |
AURVTN3021 | Repair body components using lead wiping |
AURVTN3025 | Repair corroded panels and components |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Fabrication | |
AURVTS2006 | Carry out fabrication of components |
AURVTS3001 | Carry out wood working operations for fabrication |
AURVTS3002 | Repair plugs, moulds, frames and flooring using wood materials |
AURVTS3003 | Fabricate composite material components |
AURVTS3005 | Fabricate vehicle body panels and components |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering | |
AURVTW2004 | Carry out gas tungsten arc welding procedures |
Imported Units | |
MEM05004C | Perform routine oxy acetylene welding |
Group C: Heavy Vehicle Body and Chassis Repair
Unit code | Unit title |
Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical | |
AURTTA3020 | Apply heat-induction processes |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Body | |
AURVTN3019 | Repair and replace structural damage by riveting |
AURVTN3026 | Repair aluminium body panels (finishing) |
AURVTN3029 | Set up and operate universal measuring systems |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Paint | |
AURVTP3013 | Prepare substrate for refinishing |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering | |
AURVTW2004 | Carry out gas tungsten arc welding procedures |
Imported Units | |
AUMABA002 | Operate load shifting equipment |
AUMGTY002 | Mount and install assembled components to chassis or frame |
MEM24001B | Perform basic penetrant testing |
RIIWHS204D | Work safely at heights |
General elective units
Unit code | Unit title |
Common – Foundation Skills | |
AURAFA2002 | Read in an automotive workplace |
AURAFA2004 | Solve routine problems in an automotive workplace |
Common – Management, Leadership and Supervision | |
AURAMA2001 | Work effectively with others |
Electrical – Technical – Hybrid Vehicle and Battery Electric Vehicle | |
AURETH3001 | Depower battery electric vehicles |
AURETH4011 | Deactivate and reinitialise power supply in hybrid electric vehicles |
Electrical – Technical – Electrical and Electronic | |
AURETR2042 | Remove, refit and test electrical componentry for operation following body repair activities |
Vehicle Body – Technical | |
AURVTA2001 | Prepare vehicle, components and equipment for customer use |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Body | |
AURVTN2006 | Remove and replace mechanical units and assemblies |
AURVTN3013 | Carry out paint-less dent repairs |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Paint | |
AURVTP2005 | Apply rust prevention and sound deadening materials |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Fabrication | |
AURVTS3004 | Repair fibreglass and composite material components |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Trimming and Upholstery | |
AURVTT2009 | Remove and replace seats and internal fittings |
AURVTT3021 | Select and use adhesives |
Vehicle Body – Technical – Accessories | |
AURVTV2001 | Remove, replace, fit and test components and accessories |
Imported Units | |
MEM18001C | Use hand tools |
TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction |
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