Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a broad range of tasks when repairing and maintaining the body of cars, heavy vehicles and other vehicles in the automotive service and repair sector. You will spend 80 percent of your schedule gaining hands-on training in a well laid-out, state-of-the-art automotive workshop.

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry, Although, It is highly recommended that the student have:

• have satisfactory numeracy and literacy capabilities
• are mature age (over 18 years at the time of commencement) and
• have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake this course.

To complete this qualification you will need to complete:

A total number of units: 30 units

• 16 core units
• 14 elective units

Mandatory Units:

AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace

AURAFA008 Interpret and apply automotive repair instructions

AURASA002 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace

AURETR025 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles

AURTTK002 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

AURTTY001 Repair vehicle chassis, frame and associated components

AURVTN003 Remove and store vehicle body components

AURVTN004 Remove, replace and align bolt-on vehicle body panels and components

AURVTN016 Repair vehicle body panels using filler

AURVTN020 Remove and replace major welded panels on vehicles

AURVTN022 Repair vehicle body misalignment

AURVTN023 Repair adhesive bonded structural damage on vehicles

AURVTN032 Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair procedures

AURVTN035 Apply original equipment manufacturer repair procedures during vehicle repairs

AURVTW003 Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections

AURVTW007 Carry out oxyacetylene thermal heating and cutting on vehicle body sections

ELECTIVE UNITS:

14  elective units, of which:

• 8  units from one of the Specialist Elective Unit Groups A to C 
• of the remaining units required to make up the elective unit total:
• up to 6  units may be chosen from the Specialist Elective Unit Groups and the General Elective Units
• Points associated with prerequisites count towards the total

Duration:  This course is conducted over a 105 OR LESS  week delivery, this includes term breaks.

Compulsory 75% (face-to-face) attendance is required for this qualification.

Timetable: Monday- Friday, Work placement optional (The timetable for future intakes may differ to the current schedule.)

Delivery Method: For International Students the delivery method is face-to-face classroom delivery. Competencies will be assessed by theory tests, practical tasks and project work.

For local students, InTech may offer the course as distance online (up to 25% of the total course as an online delivery) and face-to-face class. Competencies will be assessed by theory tests, practical tasks and project work.

Delivery Location: Course is delivered on-site at our Brisbane Campus: 21 Parkview Street, Milton, QLD.

Resources provided: Student will receive handouts/learning material relevant to each unit, Safety boots and Intech T-shirt on the induction day. We also recommend that the students wear protective clothing, safety glasses suited to the automotive industry.

Work Placements: Students are encouraged to seek industry workplace experience to gain the maximum benefit from the course. The greater the practice of skills, the higher the skill levels the student will achieve and the more likely the student will not only meet but exceed the learning outcomes. InTech may assist in securing industry work placements – conditions apply.

Have trade skills and work experience but no formal qualification?

Recognition of Prior Learning is a process of having your work experience and skills formally assessed for the purpose of gaining a nationally recognised and accredited qualification.

Fast track your studies and bridge the gaps in your skill set through the RPL. InTech offers you the chance to take all your experience and turn it into a Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology!!

For each unit, candidates will be given the option to demonstrate competency through a combination of any of the following:

• A Portfolio of Evidence which includes:
  – Prior Qualifications (accredited and non-accredited)
  – Employment History (detailed, positions, performance, appraisals)
  – Work samples and other relevant documents (photos, videos, etc.)
  – References and testimonials from verifiable sources
  – Journals and publications
• Practical testing in the workshop/classroom
• Written/Verbal Testing

Apply for RPL or for Credit Transfer for discounted fees and reduced study duration.

Potential Career Pathways:  On successful completion of this course, a student can find employment as a qualified motor mechanic. You may find a career as an:

• Automotive Painting Technician
• Heavy Vehicle Body and Chassis Technician
• Vehicle Body Repair Technician
• Vehicle Body Restoration Technician
• Vehicle Glazing Technician
• Vehicle Trimmer

Fees:  AUD $18,000-no hidden fee

The  student tuition fees as published are subject to change annually given individual circumstances at enrolment and a number of other factors.

Payment Plan: If you have difficulty paying the full fee of a course upfront you might be eligible for a payment plan. This allows you to pay for your course either per semester or in monthly installments.

Intake Dates: There are 4 intake dates in a year: Jan-Feb, April-May, July & September-October

Fee reduction applies for: Credit Transfer, RPL or Government Funding

Ready to get started?

Fill out an application above or see our How to Apply section for further guidance.

If you require assistance, our dedicated student advisors can help you with any questions you have about the application and enrolment process.

Students are advised to make an appointment to speak to a career counselor for advice on programs, learning pathways and career outcomes.

On successful completion of this course including competence in all assessment requirements , you will be awarded the Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology. This qualification are recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Check the www.training.gov.au.

Pathways into the qualification:
Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed  Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology, Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation or other relevant qualifications.

Further Progression: Students can progress onto a higher level course within the college. We offer AUR50216 Diploma of Automotive Technology & AUR50116 Diploma of Automotive Management courses within the Automotive course programs.

Work Placements:

Students are encouraged to seek industry workplace experience to gain the maximum benefit from the course. The greater the practice of skills, the higher the skill levels the student will achieve and the more likely the student will not only meet but exceed the learning outcomes. InTech may assist in securing industry work placements – conditions apply.