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Certificate I in Automotive Vocational Preparation

This is an introductory qualification for the vehicle service and repair industry. It covers workplace safety, basic electrical and mechanical systems, using and caring for tools, and caring for the environment. People with some basic workshop experience may be able to have it recognised through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
SUPERSEDES
AUR10116 Certificate I in Automotive Vocational Preparation (equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

People new to the automotive industry, including school students, who want a first step into workshop work.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • Workshop assistant
  • Workshop hand
  • Automotive trainee

Qualification structure

8 units in total. All 3 units may be from the elective units listed below. Up to 2 units may be from a Certificate I qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course. Elective units chosen must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid vocational outcome.

Core units

5 units
  1. AURAEA001Identify environmental and sustainability requirements in an automotive service or repair workplace
  2. AURASA001Apply automotive workplace safety fundamentals
  3. AURETR103Identify automotive electrical systems and components
  4. AURLTA101Identify automotive mechanical systems and components
  5. AURTTK102Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

Elective units

28 units
  1. AURAFA001Use numbers in an automotive workplace
  2. AURAFA002Read and respond to automotive workplace information
  3. AURAFA110Identify routine problems in an automotive workplace
  4. AURBTA001Remove and tag bicycle components
  5. AURBTA102Adjust bicycles and components
  6. AURBTJ101Remove, repair and refit bicycle tyres
  7. AURETK001Identify, select and use low voltage electrical test equipment
  8. AURETR001Remove and tag automotive electrical system components
  9. AURETR006Solder electrical wiring and circuits
  10. AURHTA001Carry out heavy vehicle pre-repair cleaning
  11. AURHTJ001Inspect heavy commercial vehicle wheels and tyres
  12. AURJTA001Carry out minor adjustments to motorcycles
  13. AURJTA002Remove and replace motorcycle components and accessories
  14. AURJTJ003Remove and refit motorcycle wheel and tyre assemblies
  15. AURLTJ213Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies
  16. AURPTA101Carry out pre-repair operations to outdoor power equipment
  17. AURPTA102Carry out minor adjustments to outdoor power equipment
  18. AURPTA106Inspect and service line trimming systems and components
  19. AURRTQ001Inspect and service marine inboard propeller drive systems
  20. AURRTR001Inspect, service and maintain marine battery storage systems
  21. AURTTA001Remove and tag steering, suspension and braking system components
  22. AURTTA002Assist with automotive workplace activities
  23. AURTTA003Use and maintain basic mechanical measuring devices
  24. AURTTA009Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations
  25. AURTTE003Remove and tag engine system components
  26. AURVTN001Remove and tag vehicle body components
  27. AURVTN008Clean vehicle body and door openings
  28. AURVTP006Apply refinishing primers to vehicle surfaces

EVIDENCE YOU'LL NEED

  • Resume showing your work history
  • Reference letters from employers
  • Photos or videos of jobs you've done
  • Payslips or employment contracts

LICENSING

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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