Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 7:30 PM AWST
22/07/2026 7:30 PM AWST
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Carry out basic repairs to vehicle body panels
Carry out basic repairs to vehicle body panels
Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTN138
AURVTN138
State Code
OCL96
OCL96
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/03/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out basic repairs to vehicle body panels. This unit involves planning and preparing for the task, identifying and using abrasives, body fillers, and heat shrink and metal finishing procedures, selecting and using tools and equipment, and maintaining the work area, tools and equipment.The unit applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and repair or automotive manufacturing industry. The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context.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 body panel
- 1.1 Interpret task instructions and identify vehicle body panel to be worked on
- 1.2 Source and interpret manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for repairing body panel
- 1.3 Source and interpret safety and environmental requirements
- 1.4 Identify and report potential hazards and risks associated with task to workplace supervisor
- 1.5 Identify and check tools and equipment required for repairing body panel for serviceability
2. Carry out basic panel repairs
- 2.1 Shape damaged panel using basic panel beating techniques according to workplace instructions and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment
- 2.2 Carry out body filling and metal finishing according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
- 2.3 Complete panel repair to pre-paint condition according to workplace instructions and procedures, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWZ61 | AURVTN038 | Carry out basic repairs to vehicle body panels | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFX9 | AUR20720 | Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation | Qualification |