Certificate III in Bicycle Workshop Operations

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a broad range of mechanical tasks on a variety of bicycles in the bicycle retail, service and repair sector.

Job roles and employment outcomes

The Certificate III in Bicycle Workshop Operations is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers performing mechanical work in the bicycle retail, service and repair industry. The work may also include tasks related to the operation of the business, retail sales and/or the supervision of others.

Employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:

bicycle repair technicians

bicycle mechanics

Application

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.


Subjects

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

16 core units

plus

12 elective units, of which:

up to 12 elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below

up to 5 elective 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 chosen for the qualification.

Core units

Unit code

Unit title

Common - Environment

AURAEA2002

Apply environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace

Common - Health and Safety

AURASA2002

Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace

Bicycle - Sales and Marketing

AURBCA2001

Work in a retail bicycle environment

Bicycle - Technical

AURBTA2004

Assemble box bicycles for retail sale

Bicycle - Technical - Brakes

AURBTB2001

Service and repair bicycle mechanical braking systems

AURBTB2002

Service bicycle hydraulic braking systems

AURBTB3003

Repair bicycle hydraulic braking systems

Bicycle - Technical - Steering and Suspension

AURBTD2001

Service bicycle steering systems

AURBTD2002

Service bicycle suspension systems

AURBTD3003

Repair and overhaul bicycle steering systems

Bicycle - Technical - Wheels and Tyres

AURBTJ2002

Service bicycle wheels and hubs

AURBTJ3003

Design and build bicycle wheels

AURBTJ3004

Repair and overhaul bicycle wheels and hubs

Bicycle - Technical - Driveline and Final Drives

AURBTQ2001

Service bicycle drivetrain systems

AURBTQ3002

Repair bicycle drivetrain systems

Bicycle - Technical - Accessories

AURBTV2001

Fit and adjust bicycle accessories

Elective units

Unit code

Unit title

Common - Sales and Marketing

AURACA2001

Establish relations with customers

Common - Foundation Skills

AURAFA2001

Use numbers in an automotive workplace

AURAFA2002

Read in an automotive workplace

AURAFA2003

Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace

AURAFA2004

Solve routine problems in an automotive workplace

AURAFA2005

Write routine texts in an automotive workplace

Common - Information Technology

AURAKA3002

Adapt work processes to new technologies

Common - Management, Leadership and Supervision

AURAMA2001

Work effectively with others

AURAMA2002

Communicate business information

Common - Quality

AURAQA2001

Contribute to quality work outcomes

AURAQA3002

Inspect technical quality of work

AURAQA3003

Maintain quality systems

Bicycle - Sales and Marketing

AURBCA2002

Select and adjust bicycle to fit rider

Bicycle - Health and Safety

AURBSA3001

Conduct cycling proficiency training

Bicycle - Technical

AURBTA2003

Assemble bicycles

AURBTA3005

Restore bicycles

AURBTA3006

Identify and select components for custom bicycles

AURBTA3007

Provide mechanical support to cycling events

Bicycle - Technical - Steering and Suspension

AURBTD3004

Repair and overhaul bicycle suspension systems

Bicycle - Technical - Wheels and Tyres

AURBTJ2001

Remove, repair and fit bicycle tyres

Bicycle - Technical - Tools and Equipment

AURBTK2001

Use and maintain specialised bicycle repair tools

Bicycle - Technical - Electrical and Electronic

AURBTR3001

Service electric power assist bicycles

Bicycle - Technical - Chassis and Frame

AURBTY3001

Service and repair bicycle frames

AURBTY4002

Design and build bicycle frames

AURBTY4003

Assess carbon fibre frames for repair

Sales and Parts, Administration and Management - Administration

AURSAA2001

Process customer complaints

Sales and Parts, Administration and Management - Sales and Marketing

AURSCA2002

Present stock and sales area

AURSCA2003

Apply sales procedures

AURSCA2005

Sell products

AURSCA2006

Promote products and services

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical

AURTTA3018

Carry out diagnostic procedures

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Tools and Equipment

AURTTK2001

Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace

AURTTK2002

Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering

AURTTW2001

Carry out soft soldering techniques

Vehicle Body - Technical - Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering

AURVTW2001

Carry out manual metal arc welding procedures

AURVTW2002

Carry out brazing procedures

AURVTW2003

Carry out gas metal arc welding procedures

AURVTW2004

Carry out gas tungsten arc welding procedures

AURVTW2008

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

Imported Units

add topic BSBWOR202A

Organise and complete daily work activities

add topic BSBWOR301B

Organise personal work priorities and development

add topic MEM18002B

Use power tools/hand held operations

add topic SIRXINV001A

Perform stock control procedures

add topic SIRXINV002A

Maintain and order stock

add topic TAEDEL301A

Provide work skill instruction

add topic TLIA3039A

Receive and store stock


Pathways...

    Not applicable.


Entry Requirements

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.


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 bicycle 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 describe 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 take 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 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