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Qualification details

AUR21812 - Certificate II in Automotive Steering and Suspension System Technology (Release 2)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
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Supersedes AUR20705 - Certificate II in Automotive MechanicalN 16/Jan/2013
Is superseded by and equivalent to AUR21816 - Certificate II in Automotive Steering and Suspension System Technology 13/Apr/2016

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
2 (this release) 27/Jan/2015
(View details for release 1) 17/Jan/2013

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Units of competency

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AURASA2002 - Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplaceApply safe working practices in an automotive workplaceSupersededCore
AURTTK2001 - Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplaceUse and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplaceSupersededCore
AURAEA2002 - Apply environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplaceApply environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplaceSupersededCore
AURLTJ2003 - Remove, inspect, and refit light vehicle wheel assembliesRemove, inspect, and refit light vehicle wheel assembliesSupersededElective
AURLTD3006 - Carry out wheel alignment operations (light vehicle)Carry out wheel alignment operations (light vehicle)SupersededElective
AURAFA2001 - Use numbers in an automotive workplaceUse numbers in an automotive workplaceSupersededElective
AURTTK2002 - Use and maintain workplace tools and equipmentUse and maintain workplace tools and equipmentSupersededCore
AURTTD2003 - Inspect suspension systemsInspect suspension systemsSupersededElective
AURHTD3004 - Carry out wheel alignment operations (heavy vehicle)Carry out wheel alignment operations (heavy vehicle)SupersededElective
AURTTD2004 - Inspect and service suspension systemsInspect and service suspension systemsSupersededCore
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Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ANZSCO Identifier 899916 Mechanic's Assistant 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 9999-15 Mechanic's Assistant 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0305 Automotive Engineering And Technology 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 521 Certificate II 
Taxonomy - Industry Sector N/A Automotive Service and Repair 
Taxonomy - Occupation N/A Steering and Suspension Serviceperson 

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ANZSCO Identifier 899916 Mechanic's Assistant 07/Aug/2013 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 9999-15 Mechanic's Assistant 07/Aug/2013 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0305 Automotive Engineering And Technology 07/Aug/2013 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 521 Certificate II 17/Jan/2013 
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Modification History

Release 

Comment 

Release 1 

Replaces AUR20705 Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical

Release 2 

4 units added to the elective bank:

AURHTD3004 Carry out wheel alignment operations (heavy vehicle)

AURLTD3006 Carry out wheel alignment operations (light vehicle)

AURTTD2001 Inspect steering systems

AURTTD2003 Inspect suspension systems

Description

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks related to servicing steering and suspension components and systems of cars and heavy vehicles within an automotive service and repair business.

Job roles and employment outcomes 

The Certificate II in Automotive Steering and Suspension System Technology is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing servicing of steering and suspension components/systems of vehicles in an automotive service or repair business.

Job roles related to this qualification include:

  • automotive steering and suspension specialists.

Application 

This qualification is typically used to develop employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing vehicle service functions in an automotive environment.

They would be expected to perform a range of mechanical operations involving known routines, methods and procedures and take some accountability for the quality of outcomes.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.

Pathways Information

Pathways into the qualification 

Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed AUR10112 Certificate I in Automotive Vocational Preparation or other relevant qualifications.

Pathways from the qualification  

Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR30612 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, AUR32512 Certificate III in Automotive Underbody Technology or other relevant qualifications.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

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

Entry Requirements

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.

Employability Skills Summary

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY 

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the automotive 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 component/system servicing 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 using tools and equipment
  • Recognising and reporting faulty equipment
  • Using information and communication technology

Packaging Rules

To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 12 units  of competency, consisting of:

  • 8 core units  listed below

plus

  • 4 elective units,  of which:
  • up to 4  elective units may be taken from the elective units listed below
  • up to 2  elective units may be drawn from a Certificate I qualification or above in this Training Package or 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

Common - Technical 

AURATA2001

Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical 

AURTTA2004

Carry out servicing operations

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Steering and Suspension 

AURTTD2002

Inspect and service steering systems

AURTTD2004

Inspect and service suspension systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Tools and Equipment 

AURTTK2001

Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace

AURTTK2002

Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment

Elective units  

Unit Code 

Unit Title 

Common - Sales 

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

Mechanical Heavy Vehicle – Technical – Steering and Suspension 

AURHTD3004

Carry out wheel alignment operations (heavy vehicle)

Mechanical Light Vehicle – Technical – Steering and Suspension 

AURLTD3006

Carry out wheel alignment operations (light vehicle)

Mechanical - Light Vehicle - Technical - Wheels and Tyres 

AURLTJ2001

Select tyres and rims for specific applications (light)

AURLTJ2002

Remove, inspect, repair and fit tyres and tubes (light)

AURLTJ2003

Remove, inspect, and refit light vehicle wheel assemblies

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Steering and Suspension 

AURTTD2001

Inspect steering systems

AURTTD2003

Inspect suspension systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Wheels and Tyres 

AURTTJ2001

Balance wheels and tyres

Custom Content Section

Not applicable.

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