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AUR32120

Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology

CRICOS Code
112291H
Course Duration
78 WEEKS
Delivery Mode
(15 hours in-person, 5 hours online), Blended
Intakes
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov

AUR32120 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology is a nationally accredited course that reflects the role of individuals who perform a broad range of tasks when repairing and maintaining the body of cars, heavy vehicles and other vehicles in the automotive service and repair sector.

At Invicta, our automotive courses will prepare you to become job-ready with the necessary skills and knowledge required to thrive in the automotive industry. The practical component of the course is delivered in a purpose-designed automotive workshop giving you the opportunity to experience the environment of a real business scenario.

Duration

78 weeks including 60 weeks of training and assessment delivery and 18 weeks of holidays.

 

Entry requirements

Be over the age of 18
Demonstrate good command of written and spoken English
Verified evidence of IELTS Level 5.5 overall (or equivalent). Other English language tests such as PTE (score 42) and TOEFL (score 46) can be accepted.
Have completed a Secondary School Certificate (SSC) or Australian Year 10 or equivalent.

 

Additionally, all applicants are required to:
Complete Pre-Enrollment Interview – to assess suitability to undertake the course
Complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) assessment – a diagnostic process to identify if prospective student requires LLN support.

Career Pathway

This qualification may provide entry into employment in the following or related roles:
Panel beater
Heavy vehicle body and chassis repair technician
Automotive/Vehicle body restoration technician
Estimator
Insurance assessor

Further Study

Students who successfully complete this qualification may progress onto: AUR40720 Certificate IV in Automotive Body Repair Technology or other relevant qualifications.

Fees and charges

Tuition Fee: AUD 16,500
Enrolment Fee: AUD 200
Materials Fee: AUD 800
Total cost: AUD 17,500

Qualification

A nationally accredited Qualification at the Certificate III Level, AUR32120 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology

Delivery Mode

Blended (20 hours per week including 15 hours of face-to-face week in a classroom and an automotive workshop-based training and assessment and 5 hours of online study)

Course Structure

The course will be delivered over a 16-month period across 9 terms. Each term consists of 6 weeks of delivery and two weeks of break. The course is delivered in a purpose designed Automotive Technology learning institute. Students will attend college in-person 2 days per week (15 hours). The face-to-face component is conducted in a combination of classroom and automotive workshop environment. Practical sessions will include the demonstration, explanation, and practice of automotive technology skills undertaken in a fully functioning and equipped automotive workshop situated on Revesby campus. In addition to face‐to‐face learning, students will also complete 5 hours of online study each week to assist them in building their professional knowledge and undertake work toward their assignments.

Assessments

A variety of assessment methods are used to assess the students including (but not limited to) written and oral questions, observation, projects/reports, practical demonstration, role-play. Assessment tasks are completed using a computer and internet. A fully equipped Computer Lab and free internet access available at the campus. and it is essential for the student to have access to computer device and possess basic computer skills.

What will I study?

To achieve the qualification, students are required to complete 31 units of competency (17core and 14 elective units).
Units of CompetencyCore/Elective
AURASA102Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplaceCore
AURAEA002Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplaceCore
AURTTK102Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplaceCore
AURVTN132Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair proceduresCore
AURVTN135Apply original equipment manufacturer repair procedures during vehicle repairsCore
AURAFA108Interpret and apply automotive repair instructionsCore
AURETR042Remove, refit and operate electrical components following body repair activitiesCore
AURVTN003Remove and store vehicle body componentsCore
AURVTN116Repair vehicle body panels using fillerCore
AURVTW103Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sectionsCore
AURVTW105Carry out spot weldingCore
AURVTN120Remove and replace major welded panels on vehiclesCore
AURVTN022Repair vehicle body misalignmentCore
AURTTY001Repair vehicle chassis, frame and associated componentsCore
AURVTN104Remove, replace and align bolt-on vehicle body panels and componentsCore
AURVTN123Repair adhesive bonded structural damage on vehiclesCore
AURETR125Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehiclesCore
AURVTN017Repair vehicle thermoplastic body panels and componentsElective (G-A)
AURVTA002Remove and replace vehicle supplementary restraint systemsElective (G-A)
AURVTN102Carry out non-structural vehicle panel repairs.Elective (G-A)
AURVTN029Set up and operate universal vehicle measuring systemsElective (G-A)
AURVTN127Repair vehicle aluminium body panels using fillerElective (G-A)
AURVTN005Remove and replace adhesive attached components on vehiclesElective (G-A)
AURVTN018Repair and replace vehicle structural damageElective (G-A)
AURVTN126Repair vehicle aluminium body panels without the use of body fillerElective (G-A)
AURVTN113Carry out paint-less dent repairs on vehicle body panelsElective (G-A)
AURAFA002Read and respond to automotive workplace information.Elective
AURAFA103Communicate effectively in an automotive workplaceElective (Imported)
AURETK002Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplaceElective (Imported)
AURETR027Install ancillary electronic systems and componentsElective (Imported)
AURACA101Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplaceElective (Imported)