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Repair vehicle aluminium body panels without the use of body filler

Repair vehicle aluminium body panels without the use of body filler

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTN126
State Code
OCJ01
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/11/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/03/2021
Field of Education
030511 - Panel Beating
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to repair vehicle aluminium body panels without the use of body filler. This unit involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist aluminium repair tools and equipment, including tungsten inert gas (TIG) and metal inert gas (MIG) welding equipment, repairing vehicle aluminium body panels, finishing repair to pre-paint condition, and completing workplace processes and documentation.The unit applies to those working in the automotive body repair industry.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to repair aluminium body panels
  • 1.1 Determine job requirements from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Access and interpret original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications and workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Identify hazards associated with the work and manage risks
  • 1.4 Select and check aluminium repair materials, tools and equipment for serviceability
  • 1.5 Plan work to identify aluminium repair methods, minimise waste, and use time efficiently
2. Carry out repair and heat shrinking activities
  • 2.1 Identify, remove, strip and prepare aluminium panel to be repaired for repair according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Select tools and equipment to prevent cross-contamination
  • 2.3 Source and test aluminium welding equipment for operation
  • 2.4 Use oxyacetylene plant to anneal and heat shrink stretched panel section as required
  • 2.5 Finish aluminium panel repair to pre-paint condition without the use of body filler using planishing and file finishing techniques, and according to OEM or authorised agency’s approved methods, workplace instructions, and safety and environmental requirements
3. Complete work processes
  • 3.1 Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm vehicle is ready for use
  • 3.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Complete documentation according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWZ70 AURVTN026 Repair vehicle aluminium body panels without the use of body filler Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFY1 AUR32120 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology Qualification