Modification History
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Release 1 |
Replaces AUR30611 Certificate III in Automotive Specialist |
Description
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of underbody systems within the automotive service and repair sector.
Job roles and employment outcomes
The Certificate III in Automotive Underbody Technology is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers performing mechanical work in the automotive light vehicle service and repair sector.
Job outcomes targeted by this qualification include:
- automotive light vehicle underbody repair technicians.
Application
This qualification is typically used to develop employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing vehicle service and repair 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:
- AUR21212 Certificate II in Automotive Underbody Technology
- AUR21312 Certificate II in Automotive Braking System Technology
- AUR21612 Certificate II in Automotive Driveline System Technology
- AUR21712 Certificate II in Automotive Exhaust System Technology
- AUR21812 Certificate II in Automotive Steering and Suspension System Technology
- AUR21912 Certificate II in Automotive Tyre Servicing Technology, or other relevant qualifications.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR40212 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, AUR40812 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling 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, depending on the work context. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Entry Requirements
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
Employability Skills Summary
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EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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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. |
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Employability Skill |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
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Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 28 units of competency, consisting of:
- 13 core units
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- 15 elective units, of which:
- up to 15 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 this qualification.
Core units
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Unit title |
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Common - Environment |
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AURAEA3003 |
Monitor environmental and sustainability best practice in the automotive mechanical industry |
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Common – Health and Safety |
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AURASA2002 |
Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
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Mechanical –Light Vehicle – Brakes |
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AURLTB3003 |
Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems |
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Mechanical –Light Vehicle – Steering and Suspension |
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AURLTD3004 |
Repair steering systems (light vehicle) |
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AURLTD3005 |
Repair suspension systems (light vehicle) |
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Mechanical –Vehicle – Tyres and Wheels |
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AURLTJ2001 |
Select tyres and rims for specific applications (light) |
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AURLTJ2002 |
Remove, inspect, repair and fit tyres and tubes (light) |
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AURLTJ2003 |
Remove, inspect, and refit light vehicle wheel assemblies |
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Mechanical –Light Vehicle – Technical - Driveline and Final Drives |
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AURLTQ3002 |
Repair final drive – driveline (light vehicle) |
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Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical |
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AURTTA3018 |
Carry out diagnostic procedures |
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Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Wheels and Tyres |
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AURTTJ2001 |
Balance wheels and tyres |
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Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Tools and Equipment |
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AURTTK2002 |
Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment |
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Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Emission and Exhaust |
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AURTTZ2002 |
Repair exhaust system components |
Elective units
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Unit Code |
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Common – Foundation Skills |
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AURAFA2003 |
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace |
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Common – Teamwork, Supervision and Management |
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AURAMA2001 |
Work effectively with others |
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Electrical – Technical – Steering and Suspension |
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AURETD3001 |
Service and repair electronically controlled steering systems |
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Electrical – Technical - - Electrical and Electronic |
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AURETR2012 |
Test and repair basic electrical circuits |
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AURETR3025 |
Test, charge and replace batteries |
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AURETR3036 |
Service and repair electronically controlled suspension systems |
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Mechanical –Light Vehicle – Regulatory or Legal – Steering and Suspension |
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AURLLD3001 |
Determine compliance of steering and suspension modifications |
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Mechanical –Light Vehicle – Technical – Steering and Suspension |
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AURLTD3003 |
Reset steering system alignment adjustments to customer specifications |
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AURLTD3006 |
Carry out wheel alignment operations (light vehicle) |
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Mechanical –Light Vehicle – Technical - Wheels and Tyres |
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AURLTJ3004 |
Provide advice on the effects of wheel and tyre combinations |
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Mechanical –Light Vehicle – Technical - Transmission |
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AURLTX3003 |
Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems |
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Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical - Brakes |
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AURTTB2001 |
Inspect and service braking systems |
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AURTTB2002 |
Attach friction materials and radius grind |
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AURTTB2003 |
Machine brake drums and brake disc rotors |
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AURTTB3005 |
Assemble and fit braking systems and components |
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Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Steering and Suspension |
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AURTTD2002 |
Inspect and service steering systems |
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AURTTD2004 |
Inspect and service suspension systems |
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Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Wheels and Tyres |
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AURTTJ2002 |
Remove and refit wheel hubs and associated brake components |
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Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Driveline Final Drives |
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AURTTQ2003 |
Service final drive (driveline) |
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Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Fabrication |
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AURTTS2001 |
Fabricate exhaust system and components |
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Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical - Transmission |
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AURTTX2005 |
Inspect and service clutch systems |
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Vehicle Body – Technical – Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering |
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AURVTW2001 |
Carry out manual metal arc welding procedures |
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AURVTW2003 |
Carry out gas metal arc welding procedures |
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AURVTW2008 |
Carry out oxy acetylene welding, thermal cutting and thermal heating procedures |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.
