Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology
Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology
AUR20912
J378
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 17/01/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of basic tasks when repairing and maintaining the automotive body of cars and other vehicles.
Job roles and employment outcomes
The Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology prepares new employees or recognises and develops existing workers who perform repair and maintenance operations in an automotive repair facility.
Job roles related to this qualification include:
vehicle body repair assistant
vehicle paint-less dent repair assistant
vehicle painter assistant
vehicle trimmer assistant
vehicle glazing assistant
vehicle dismantler
vehicle detailer
vehicle body assembler
vehicle tinter
Application
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in thirteen (13) units of competency consisting of:- five (5) core units, plus
- three (3) specialist elective units in one of the selected specialist groups relating to occupational streams, plus
- five (5) general elective units, of which:
- up to five (5) elective units may be chosen from the elective units list
- up to three (3) 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.
Pathways
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF460 | AURVEN2001 | Apply environmental regulations and best practice in the body repair industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF032 | AURASA2002 | Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF011 | AURAFA2002 | Read in an automotive workplace | 12 | Unit of competency |
| WF421 | AURTTK2002 | Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF021 | AURAMA2001 | Work effectively with others | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group I Vehicle Tint Specialist Elective Units
Three (3) units from one specialist stream must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF475 | AURVTG2006 | Apply window tinting | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF466 | AURVTA2001 | Prepare vehicle, components and equipment for customer use | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF555 | AURVTT2003 | Remove and replace vehicle interior trim components | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. General Elective Units
Up to five (5) units may be chosen from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group A Auto Body Repair Specialist Elective Units
Three (3) units from one specialist stream must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF485 | AURVTN2002 | Carry out panel repairs | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF486 | AURVTN2003 | Carry out pre-repair vehicle body operations | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WF502 | AURVTN3016 | Repair body panels incorporating filler | 30 | Unit of competency |
5. Group B Paint-Less Dent Repair Specialist Elective Units
Three (3) units from one specialist stream must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF541 | AURVTP3020 | Carry out denibbing, buffing and polishing | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF499 | AURVTN3013 | Carry out paint-less dent repairs | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF555 | AURVTT2003 | Remove and replace vehicle interior trim components | 20 | Unit of competency |
6. Group C Automotive Painting Specialist Elective Units
Three (3) units from one specialist stream must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF520 | AURVTP2001 | Apply paint removal methods | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF522 | AURVTP2003 | Prepare spray painting materials and equipment | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WF525 | AURVTP2006 | Prepare vehicle components for paint repairs | 40 | Unit of competency |
7. Group D Automotive Trimming Specialist Elective Units
Three (3) units from one specialist stream must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF554 | AURVTT2002 | Carry out trim repairs and alterations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WF555 | AURVTT2003 | Remove and replace vehicle interior trim components | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF556 | AURVTT2004 | Trim vehicle components | 68 | Unit of competency |
8. Group E Automotive Glazing Specialist Elective Units
Three (3) units from one specialist stream must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF473 | AURVTG2004 | Remove and install direct glazed windscreens | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF478 | AURVTG3009 | Remove and install fixed body glass | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF471 | AURVTG2002 | Remove and install rubber glazed windscreens | 20 | Unit of competency |
9. Group F Automotive Dismantling Specialist Elective Units
Three (3) units from one specialist stream must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF465 | AURVLN2001 | Apply legal requirements for vehicle dismantlers | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF497 | AURVTN2037 | Disassemble and test vehicle units and components | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF490 | AURVTN2007 | Remove salvageable components | 20 | Unit of competency |
10. Group G Automotive Detailing Specialist Elective Units
Three (3) units from one specialist stream must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF560 | AURVTT2008 | Clean and finish vehicle interior trim and seats | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF491 | AURVTN2008 | Clean vehicle body and door cavities | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF466 | AURVTA2001 | Prepare vehicle, components and equipment for customer use | 20 | Unit of competency |
11. Group H Vehicle Body Assembling Specialist Elective Units
Three (3) units from one specialist stream must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF561 | AURVTT2009 | Remove and replace seats and internal fittings | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF098 | AURETR2042 | Remove, refit and test electrical componentry for operation following body repair activities | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF487 | AURVTN2004 | Remove, replace and realign bolt-on panels, sections and fittings | 58 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W207 | AUR20905 | Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Body | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAG2 | AUR20916 | Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships