Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations - Bus, Truck and Trailer

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required in the manufacture of automotive bodies. It is suitable for entry into the vehicle manufacturing bus, truck and trailer industry.

Job roles or employment outcomes

The Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations – Bus, Truck and Trailer is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers who manufacture vehicles.

Job roles related to this qualification may include:

Automotive Manufacturing Technician

Vehicle Body Builder Technician

Coach Builder Technician

Sub Assembly Technician

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.


Subjects

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 28 units of competency, consisting of:

11 core units

plus

17 elective units, of which:

all elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below

up to5 units may be chosen from a Certificate II qualification or above in this Training Package, another endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units chosen contribute to the vocational outcome of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit selected for this qualification.

Core units

Unit code

Unit title

Common - Health and Safety

AUMASA2001

Monitor and maintain a safe workplace and environment

Common - Technical - Tools and Equipment

AUMATK2002

Prepare, use and operate equipment, tools and machinery

AUMATK3003

Monitor and maintain equipment, tools and machinery

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Regulatory or Legal - Manufacture

AUMGLM3001

Comply with heavy vehicle modification standards

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Teamwork, Supervision and Management - Manufacture

AUMGMM3001

Contribute to workplace relationships and processes

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Quality

AUMGQA3001

Inspect work and apply organisation technical quality standards

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical

AUMGTA2001

Read and interpret working drawings and work orders

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Manufacture

AUMGTM3005

Read and interpret engineering drawings and job specifications

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering

AUMGTW3001

Conduct basic welding, thermal cutting, heating and gouging operations

AUMGTW3002

Conduct mechanical cutting operations

Imported units

add topic AURC270789A

Communicate effectively in the workplace

Elective units

Unit code

Unit title

Common - Support and Logistics

AUMABA3002

Operate load shifting equipment

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Sales

AUMGCA2001

Provide customer service

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Teamwork, Supervision and Management

AUMGMA3001

Participate in workplace productivity

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical

AUMGTA3002

Service after assembly

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Brakes

AUMGTB3001

Assemble and install braking system kit

Bus, Truck and Trailer -Technical - Steering and Suspension

AUMGTD3001

Perform wheel alignment operations

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Glazing

AUMGTG3001

Install fixed and moveable glass components

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Manufacture

AUMGTM2001

Assemble components

AUMGTM2004

Install and fit out components

AUMGTM3002

Assemble frame and axle

AUMGTM3003

Install or replace mechanical units and assemblies

AUMGTM3006

Assemble and install hydraulic system kit

AUMGTM3007

Assemble and install pneumatic system kit

AUMGTM3008

Bond and repair components using fibreglass reinforced plastic techniques

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Body

AUMGTN3001

Rectify and replace vehicle body panels and ancillary fittings

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Paint

AUMGTP3001

Finish surfaces for painting

AUMGTP3002

Rework paint faults

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Electrical and Electronic

AUMGTR3001

Install or replace electrical and electronic units and assemblies

AUMGTR3002

Manufacture or modify wiring harnesses

AUMGTR3003

Perform minor modifications and repairs to electrical circuits and systems

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Fabrication

AUMGTS3001

Prepare materials for fabrication using jigs and fixtures

AUMGTS3002

Prepare materials for fabrication using manual processes

AUMGTS3003

Fabricate plugs

AUMGTS3004

Fabricate parts for sub-assemblies

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Trimming and Upholstery

AUMGTT2001

Apply trim to components

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering

AUMGTW3003

Perform manual metal arc welding operations

AUMGTW3004

Perform gas tungsten arc welding operations

AUMGTW3005

Perform gas metal arc welding operations

AUMGTW3006

Machine parts

Bus, Truck and Trailer - Technical - Chassis and Frame

AUMGTY3001

Paint chassis or panels

AUMGTY3002

Mount and install assembled component to chassis or frame

AUMGTY3003

Modify or rectify chassis and frame and associated components

Imported units

add topic AURC272003A

Apply environmental regulations and best practice in a workplace or business

add topic AURT211170A

Inspect and service air braking systems

add topic AURT216130A

Inspect suspension systems

add topic AURT216170A

Inspect and service suspension systems

add topic AURT311166A

Repair air braking systems

add topic AURT411145A

Overhaul air braking systems/components

add topic AURTH316166A

Repair suspension systems (heavy vehicle)

add topic MSACMC210A

Manage the impact of change on own work

add topic MSACMS200A

Apply competitive manufacturing practices

add topic MSACMT280A

Undertake root cause analysis


Pathways...

    Pathways into the qualification

    This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Pathways into this qualification would normally be from AUM20212 Certificate II in Automotive Manufacturing Production – Bus, Truck and Trailer or other relevant qualifications.

    Pathways from the qualification

    Further training pathways from this qualification include AUM40112 Certificate IV in Automotive Manufacturing or other relevant qualifications.


Entry Requirements

Not applicable.


Licensing Information

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements, depending on the work context. Local regulations should be checked for details.


Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the automotive manufacturing industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

clearly communicating workplace information and ideas with workplace colleagues (verbal and non-verbal), including use of automotive terms

completing workplace reports

using and contributing to workplace procedures

maintaining workplace records

communicating with colleagues and clients to handle verbal enquiries, such as clarifying instructions and responding to requests for information

interpreting the needs of customers

reading and interpreting workplace related documentation

Teamwork

identifying and describing own role and role of others

working within a team

working with diverse individuals and groups

applying knowledge of own role to complete activities efficiently to support team activities and tasks

Problem solving

recognising a workplace problem or a potential problem and taking action

determining problems needing priority action

referring problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person and suggesting possible causes

seeking information and assistance as required to solve problems

using a range of problem-solving techniques

taking action to resolve concerns

developing practical responses to common breakdowns in workplace systems and procedures

Initiative and enterprise

adapting to new and emerging situations in the workplace

being proactive and creative in responding to workplace problems, changes and challenges

Planning and organising

planning own work requirements and prioritising actions to achieve required outcomes and to ensure tasks are completed on time

identifying risk factors and taking action to minimise risk

Self-management

selecting and using appropriate equipment, materials, processes and procedures

recognising limitations and seeking timely advice

planning own work requirements, setting own work program and managing time to ensure tasks are completed on time

following workplace documentation, such as codes of practice or operating procedures

Learning

asking questions to gain information

identifying sources of information, assistance and expert knowledge to expand knowledge, skills and understanding

participating in self-improvement activities

participating in development of workplace continuous improvement strategies

helping others develop competency

Technology

operating diagnostic and test equipment

performance testing of components, systems and equipment

using tools and equipment efficiently and safely

storing and caring for components, parts, tools, test equipment and support equipment

using business technology to collect, analyse and provide information