Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Body

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks to repair and maintain the body of cars and other vehicles. It is suitable for entry into the automotive retail, service and repair industry.

Job roles/employment outcomes

The Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Body is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers who perform repair and maintenance operations in an automotive repair business.

Employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:

panel beater assistant

vehicle painter assistant

vehicle trimmer assistant

windscreen fitter

vehicle dismantler

vehicle detailer.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.


Subjects

Packaging Rules

To be awarded the Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Body, competency must be achieved in thirteen (13) units of competency.

one (1) core unit of competency

twelve (12) elective units of competency, as specified below.

one (1) elective unit of competency from Group A

a minimum of eight (8) elective units of competency from Group B

a maximum of three (3) elective units from Group C, drawn from any combination of:

units not already chosen from Group B

relevant units available in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, where those units are aligned to Certificate II and III qualifications

a maximum of two (2) elective units may be selected from units aligned to Certificate III qualifications.

Note:

Where prerequisite units are identified they must be counted in the total number of units required for completion of the qualification.

The following units of competency must not be chosen together when achieving this qualification:

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Perform soft soldering

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Carry out soft soldering techniques

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Perform routine oxy acetylene welding

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Carry out oxy acetylene welding, thermal cutting and thermal heating procedures

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Perform manual heating and thermal cutting

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Carry out oxy acetylene welding, thermal cutting and thermal heating procedures

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Weld using gas metal arc welding process

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Carry out gas metal arc (MIG) welding procedures

Core units of competency

Complete the following one (1) unit of competency.

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Apply safe working practices

Elective units of competency

Group A - Elective units

Complete one (1) unit of competency from the following list.

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Apply environmental regulations and best practice in a workplace or business

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Implement and monitor environmental regulations in the automotive mechanical industry

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Apply environmental regulations and best practice in the body repair industry

Group B - Other elective units

Complete a minimum of eight (8) units of competency from the following lists.

Body repair

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Carry out panel repairs

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Carry out pre-repair operations (vehicle body)

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Remove, replace and realign bolt-on panels, sections and fittings

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Remove and replace/fit protector mouldings, transfers and decals

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Remove and replace mechanical units/assemblies

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Install vehicle sunroofs

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Carry out paint-less dent repairs

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Repair body panels (beating and split repair)

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Repair body panels (metal finishing)

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Repair body panels (incorporating filler)

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Repair body panels/components (thermo plastic)

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Repair/replace structural damage (welding)

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Repair/replace structural damage (riveting)

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Replace major welded panels

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Repair body components using lead wiping

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Repair vehicle body misalignment

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Carry out major sectional repair

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Remove and replace adhesive bonded panels and structures

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Remove and replace supplementary restraint systems (SRS)

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Install vehicle body component seals

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Repair corroded panels and components

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Repair aluminium body panels (finishing)

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Repair aluminium body panels (filling)

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Repair and align motorcycle frames

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Repair chassis/frame and associated components

Common

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Identify, clarify and resolve problems

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Work effectively with others

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Communicate effectively in the workplace

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Communicate business information

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Estimate complex jobs

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Carry out cash and/or credit/funds transfer transactions

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Process customer complaints

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Remove, replace, fit and test components/accessories

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Maintain workplace safety

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Contribute to team effectiveness

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Organise personal work priorities and development

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Apply first aid

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Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

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Drive vehicle

Electrical

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Remove and replace electrical/electronic units/assemblies

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Test, service and charge batteries

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Carry out repairs to single electrical circuits

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Remove, refit and test electrical componentry for normal operation following body repair activities

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Manufacture and repair wiring harness/looms

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Carry out soldering of electrical wiring/circuits

Fabrication

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Carry out fabrication of components

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Carry out wood working operations for fabrication

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Repair plugs, moulds, frames and flooring using wood materials

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Fabricate composite material components

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Repair fibreglass/composite material components

General mechanical

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Apply basic automotive troubleshooting processes

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Service air compressors and air lines

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Read and interpret engineering drawings

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Use and maintain measuring equipment

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Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment

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Prepare engineering drawings

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Inspect vehicle systems and determine preferred repair action

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Carry out vehicle safety/roadworthy inspection

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Carry out diagnostic procedures

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Inspect vehicle for saleable items and determine their value

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Interpret technical drawing

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Perform engineering measurements

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Use hand tools

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Use power tools/hand held operations

Glass/windscreens/tinting

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Remove and install rear vision mirrors

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Repair laminated glass

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Remove and install rubber glazed windscreens

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Remove and install butyl sealed windscreens

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Remove and install direct glazed windscreens

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Remove and install framed type windscreens

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Prepare surfaces and apply window tinting

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Cut and process flat laminated glass

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Remove and install fixed body glass

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Remove and install movable body glass

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Install side windows

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Remove and install rubber and urethane (heavy vehicle) glazed windscreens

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Remove and install 'large' vehicle windscreens

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Clean glass surfaces

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Move glass sheets by hand

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Store and handle glass

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Assess glass and glazing requirements

Paint/refinish

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Apply paint removal methods

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Apply acrylic lacquer refinishing materials

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Carry out masking procedures

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Prepare spray painting materials and equipment

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Apply fundamental colour matching techniques

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Apply rust prevention and sound deadening materials

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Prepare vehicle components for paint repairs

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Apply paint touch-up techniques

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Carry out custom graphics design and layout techniques

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Carry out fundamental airbrush application techniques

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Prepare spray booths and paint drying equipment

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Apply solid acrylic enamel refinishing materials (two component system)

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Apply clear over base refinishing materials (two component system)

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Apply air dry and polyurethane enamel refinishing materials

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Apply clear over base multi layer/pearl refinishing materials

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Apply water based refinishing materials

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Prepare substrate for refinishing

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Apply multi layer/clear over base colour matching techniques

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Apply solid colour matching techniques

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Carry out paint rectification and touch up work for solids (two component system)

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Carry out paint rectification and touch up work for clear over base (two component system)

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Carry out paint rectification and touch up work for multi layer/pearl (two component system)

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Prepare and paint plastic components

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Carry out denibbing, buffing and polishing

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Carry out custom painting techniques

Trimming

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Carry out sewing repairs and alterations

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Carry out trim repairs and alterations

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Remove and replace vehicle interior trim components

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Carry out trimming of vehicle components

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Select and apply trim/fabric materials and determine attachment methods

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Select and apply trim/fabric adhesives

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Remove and replace vehicle head lining

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Repair seat frames

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Carry out sewing operations

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Fabricate and install loose and fitted covers

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Fabricate and install marine covers

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Fabricate and install canvas products

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Fabricate and install frame structures

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Fabricate and install floor coverings

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Fabricate and install hoods (soft tops)

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Fabricate and install canopies and curtains

Vehicle presentation

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Prepare vehicle/component/equipment for customer use

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Wash/clean vehicle body and door cavities

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Wash/clean vehicle engine and engine compartment

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Wash/clean vehicle underbody

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Clean and finish plastic trim and fittings

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Clean and finish vehicle interior trim and seats

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Clean and polish vehicle exterior paint

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Remove and replace seats and internal fittings

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Restore vehicle exterior paint

Vehicle salvage

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Apply legal requirements for vehicle dismantlers

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Disassemble and test vehicle units/components

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Remove salvageable components

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Determine vehicle rescue method and ascertain cost

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Recover vehicle

Welding

Prerequisites

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Carry out oxy acetylene welding, thermal cutting and thermal heating procedures

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Carry out soft soldering techniques

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Carry out manual metal arc welding procedures

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Carry out brazing procedures

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Carry out gas metal arc (MIG) welding procedures

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Carry out gas tungsten arc (TIG) welding procedures

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Carry out spot welding procedures

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Carry out thermoplastic welding procedures

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Perform soft soldering

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Perform routine oxy acetylene welding

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Perform manual heating and thermal cutting

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Weld using gas metal arc welding process

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Perform routine gas metal arc welding

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Select welding processes

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Apply safe welding practices

Group C - Balance of units

The balance of units, to a maximum of three (3), may be drawn from any combination of:

units not already chosen from Group B

relevant units available in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, where those units are aligned to Certificate II and III qualifications.

Specialisation advice

Unit selection for a particular occupational stream must adhere to the packaging rules specified above. Examples of appropriate elective units for particular outcomes are provided below.

Note: A specialisation does not alter the title of the qualification although RTOs may choose to record the specialist occupational stream. Refer to Additional qualification advice.

Paint preparation

The units below are recommended for this specialisation:

five (5) units of competency from the Paint/Refinish group.

Panel preparation

The units below are recommended for this specialisation:

five (5) units of competency from the Body Repair group.

Vehicle dismantling

The units below are recommended for this specialisation:

three (3) units of competency from the Vehicle Salvage group

one (1) unit of competency from the Welding group.

Vehicle glazing

The units below are recommended for this specialisation:

five (5) units of competency from the Glass/Windscreens/Tinting group.

Vehicle presentation

The units below are recommended for this specialisation:

five (5) units of competency from the Vehicle Presentation group.

Window tinting

The units below are recommended for this specialisation:

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one (1) unit of competency from the Glass/Windscreens/Tinting group

one (1) unit of competency from the Vehicle Presentation group

one (1) unit of competency from the Trimming group.

Vehicle trimming

The units below are recommended for this specialisation:

five (5) units of competency from the Trimming group.


Pathways...

    Pathways into the qualification

    This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed AUR10105 Certificate I in Automotive or other relevant qualifications.

    Pathways from the qualification

    Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR30805 Certificate III in Automotive Vehicle Body or other relevant qualifications.

    Additional qualification advice

    The Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Body may be attained as a generic qualification, or where a particular occupational outcome is required, may include a specialisation.

    Specialisations for this qualification include:

    paint preparation

    panel preparation

    vehicle dismantling

    vehicle glazing

    vehicle presentation

    window tinting

    vehicle trimming.

    Advice is provided at the end of this qualification on the recommended units of competency for each specialisation.

    Where elective units of competency are packaged to suit a particular industry sector or occupational outcome, Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) might issue, for example, a:

    Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Body (specialising in vehicle presentation)

    OR

    Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Body (vehicle presentation)

    It should be noted that a qualification with a specialisation does not change the title of the qualification, although RTOs may choose to record the specialisation below the title.


Entry Requirements

Not Applicable


Licensing Information

Licensing considerations

Some jurisdictions require this qualification for licensing purposes. In addition 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 Vehicle Body 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

Understanding and carrying out verbal instructions from supervisors and others

Reading, understanding and completing workplace documentation, forms and records

Sharing work-related information with other team members using industry terminology

Communicating with people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

Teamwork

Contributing positively to the work team environment

Working effectively with others in a socially diverse environment

Respecting and understanding the views of others

Giving, receiving and acting upon feedback

Identifying and describing own role and role of others

Problem solving

Recognising a problem or a potential problem within a vehicle body repair environment

Seeking information and assistance to solve problems outside own area of responsibility

Solving problems within own area of responsibility

Initiative and enterprise

Suggesting ideas for workplace improvement to supervisors and team members

Positively adapting to changes in workplace procedures and making adjustments to improve own performance

Taking positive action to report hazards or risk situations to supervisors

Planning and organising

Planning daily work tasks to work safely and manage risks according to workplace procedures

Prioritising activities to achieve required outcomes

Planning and organising appropriate equipment and materials

Planning ahead to anticipate problems with availability of equipment, materials and personnel to assist

Self-management

Following workplace safety requirements and other policies and procedures

Completing known delegated tasks on time

Selecting and using appropriate equipment, materials, processes and procedures

Asking for advice and assistance when appropriate

Learning

Identifying personal strengths and weaknesses

Acting upon feedback and accepting opportunities to learn to improve work performance

Asking questions to gain information and identify sources of information to expand knowledge and understanding

Technology

Appropriately selecting and use tools and equipment

Recognising and reporting faulty equipment

Using information and communication technology