AUR32420
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who paint, refinish, repair and maintain painted surfaces on a range of automotive vehicles, recreational vehicles and other vehicles in the automotive industry. The course covers the skills and knowledge required to paint, refinish, repair and maintain painted surfaces for a range of automotive and recreational vehicles within the automotive industry.
Who can apply
Candidates over the age of 18 (including senior citizens) who are currently working in the automotive industry or wish to enter the industry can apply. The target audience for this course is both domestic and international students and they must have the appropriate visas and wish to acquire the skills, knowledge, and practices necessary to find employment in the automotive paint, refinish, repair industries.
Entry Requirements
- Must be of a minimum age of 18+ at the time of course commencement.
- Candidates must have successfully completed at least grade 12 or equivalent. Or completed studies equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification from an English language speaking country
- Students may be required to undertake a few assessments of their Pre-Training Review (PTR) Test & Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test as part of their application process. Successful completion of LLN test is mandatory while applying for the qualification, before enrolment.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 30
18 core units, plus
12 elective units , of which:
- all 12 units may be from the elective units listed below
- up to 5 units may be from a Certificate II qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Elective units chosen must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid vocational outcome.
Career Opportunities
This qualification is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are painting and maintaining painted surfaces on a range of vehicles and non-vehicle applications Possible job titles include-
- Automotive Refinishing Technician
- Automotive Spray Painter
- Vehicle Painter
- Vehicle Spray Painter
- Automotive Painting Technician
- Heavy Vehicle Body and Chassis Technician
- Vehicle Body Repair Technician
- Vehicle Body Restoration Technician
- Vehicle Glazing Technician
- Vehicle Trimmer
Study Pathway
After successfully AUR32420 – Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology, students may apply for 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, AUR32420 – Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology
Mode of Delivery
What Will I Study?
To achieve the qualification, students are required to complete the following 30 units of competency (18 core and 12 elective units).
Study Units
AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURAFA108 Interpret and apply automotive repair instructions
AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURVTP002 Mask vehicle panels and components
AURVTP006 Apply refinishing primers to vehicle surfaces
AURVTP019 Prepare and paint plastic and composite vehicle surfaces
AURVTP020 De-nib, buff and polish vehicle painted surfaces
AURVTP101 Remove paint from vehicle painted surfaces
AURVTP103 Prepare vehicle spray painting equipment for use
AURVTP104 Apply basic colour matching techniques using vehicle paint codes
AURVTP110 Prepare and operate vehicle paint drying equipment
AURVTP113 Prepare vehicle substrates for refinishing
AURVTP114 Colour match multi-layer and clear over base two-pack paints on vehicles and components
AURVTP115 Match direct gloss solid paint colour on vehicles or components
AURVTP117 Rectify and touch up vehicle paint faults using clear over base two-pack systems
AURVTP123 Apply clear over base two-pack refinishing materials to vehicle body components
AURVTP124 Apply clear over base multi-layer and pearl refinishing materials to vehicle body components
AURVTP125 Apply water-based refinishing materials to vehicle bodies and substrates
AURAFA002 Read and respond to automotive workplace information
AURAFA104 Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace
AURAMA001 Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace
AURETH011 Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles
AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
AURETR125 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
AURVTA001 Prepare vehicles for customer use
AURVTA003 Inspect vehicle paint, trim and accessories and recommend repair procedures
AURVTN005 Remove and replace adhesive attached components on vehicles
AURVTN017 Repair vehicle thermoplastic body panels and components
AURVTN132 Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair procedures
AURVTN135 Apply original equipment manufacturer repair procedures during vehicle repairs
AURVTP026 Apply basic airbrush techniques to vehicle body panels
AURVTP107 Touch up minor vehicle paintwork damage
AURVTP109 Apply vehicle body film wrapping
AURVTP111 Apply solid acrylic two-pack materials to vehicle components
AURVTP112 Apply air dry and polyurethane refinishing materials
AURVTP116 Rectify and touch up vehicle direct gloss paint faults using two-pack systems
AURVTP118 Rectify vehicle multi-layer and pearl paint faults using two-pack systems
AURVTP128 Carry out custom painting techniques to vehicle body panels
TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction
Outcome
- Upon successful completion of this course, students will be awarded AUR32420 - Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology
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