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Fabricate vehicle composite material components

Fabricate vehicle composite material components

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTS103
State Code
OCI92
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
030513 - Upholstery And Vehicle Trimming
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to fabricate components for automotive application, using composite materials such as fibreglass and carbon fibre. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment, identifying composite materials, calculating material quantities, mixing and applying recommended composite materials, finishing components to workplace and customer specifications, 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 fabricate vehicle composite material component
  • 1.1 Determine job requirements from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Access and interpret composite information
  • 1.3 Identify hazards associated with the work and manage risks
  • 1.4 Select and check composite materials and equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) for serviceability
  • 1.5 Measure and calculate component surface area to determine required quantities of gel coat, resins, catalyst and matting
  • 1.6 Check work area with approved ventilation for required operation and report faults to authorised personnel
  • 1.7 Plan work to identify methods to fabricate component, minimise waste, and use time efficiently
2. Fabricate component
  • 2.1 Set up and prepare equipment and materials for use
  • 2.2 Mix and apply composite materials according to manufacturer and equipment specifications to fabricate component
  • 2.3 Fabricate component using composite materials according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle and equipment
  • 2.4 Check fabricated component against job specifications and workplace quality requirements
3. Complete work processes
  • 3.1Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm vehicle is ready for use
  • 3.2Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3Complete documentation according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWZ23 AURVTS003 Fabricate vehicle composite material components Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFY1 AUR32120 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology Qualification