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  • AUR20720
  • Certificate II
  • Current
  • NATIONALLY RECOGNISED · AQF

Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

This qualification covers basic automotive tasks, such as identifying and checking mechanical and electrical parts on cars, trucks, bikes, boats and outdoor power equipment. It also includes minor body repairs, safe work and solving simple problems. People with some workshop experience may be able to have it recognised through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
SUPERSEDES
AUR20716 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation (equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

People starting out in the automotive industry who want a broad first qualification before choosing a trade area.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • Workshop assistant
  • Workshop hand
  • Automotive trainee

Qualification structure

12 units in total. All 5 units may be from the elective units listed below. Up to 2 units may be from a Certificate I or Certificate II qualification 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

7 units
  1. AURAEA002Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
  2. AURAFA103Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
  3. AURAFA104Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace
  4. AURASA102Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
  5. AURETR103Identify automotive electrical systems and components
  6. AURLTA101Identify automotive mechanical systems and components
  7. AURTTK102Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

Elective units

74 units
  1. AUMAFA001Apply for jobs and undertake job interviews
  2. AURAFA009Carry out research into the automotive industry
  3. AURAFA105Write routine texts in an automotive workplace
  4. AURAMA001Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace
  5. AURAQA001Contribute to quality work outcomes in an automotive workplace
  6. AURBTA001Remove and tag bicycle components
  7. AURBTJ101Remove, repair and refit bicycle tyres
  8. AURBTK101Maintain specialised bicycle repair tools and equipment
  9. AURBTQ001Service bicycle drivetrain systems
  10. AURBTV101Remove, refit and adjust bicycle accessories
  11. AURETK001Identify, select and use low voltage electrical test equipment
  12. AURETK003Operate electrical test equipment
  13. AURETR001Remove and tag automotive electrical system components
  14. AURETR002Inspect heavy vehicle battery storage systems
  15. AURETR006Solder electrical wiring and circuits
  16. AURETR009Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems
  17. AURETR048Construct and test basic electronic circuits
  18. AURETR115Inspect, test and service batteries
  19. AURETR146Remove and refit vehicle batteries
  20. AURETR147Recharge vehicle batteries
  21. AURHTD001Inspect heavy commercial vehicle suspension systems
  22. AURHTF001Inspect heavy commercial vehicle fuel systems
  23. AURHTJ001Inspect heavy commercial vehicle wheels and tyres
  24. AURHTQ001Inspect heavy commercial vehicle driveline components
  25. AURJTA001Carry out minor adjustments to motorcycles
  26. AURJTA002Remove and replace motorcycle components and accessories
  27. AURJTD001Inspect motorcycle suspension systems
  28. AURJTD002Inspect motorcycle steering systems
  29. AURJTJ003Remove and refit motorcycle wheel and tyre assemblies
  30. AURPTA101Carry out pre-repair operations to outdoor power equipment
  31. AURPTA102Carry out minor adjustments to outdoor power equipment
  32. AURPTA103Service and repair rotary cutting systems
  33. AURPTA106Inspect and service line trimming systems and components
  34. AURPTE102Inspect and service outdoor power equipment engines
  35. AURRTE001Carry out wet run tests on vessel outboard engines
  36. AURRTE002Inspect and service marine outboard engines
  37. AURRTQ001Inspect and service marine inboard propeller drive systems
  38. AURRTQ002Inspect and service marine jet drive propulsion systems
  39. AURRTR001Inspect, service and maintain marine battery storage systems
  40. AURTTA001Remove and tag steering, suspension and braking system components
  41. AURTTA002Assist with automotive workplace activities
  42. AURTTA003Use and maintain basic mechanical measuring devices
  43. AURTTA009Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations
  44. AURTTA105Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
  45. AURTTA127Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations
  46. AURTTB007Remove and replace brake assemblies
  47. AURTTC004Remove and replace radiators
  48. AURTTD006Remove and replace vehicle front suspension springs
  49. AURTTD007Remove and replace steering assemblies
  50. AURTTE003Remove and tag engine system components
  51. AURTTE006Remove and replace conventional engine assemblies
  52. AURTTE007Dismantle and assemble single cylinder four-stroke petrol engines
  53. AURTTE008Dismantle and assemble multi-cylinder four-stroke petrol engines
  54. AURTTE009Remove and replace engine cylinder heads
  55. AURTTJ003Remove and replace wheel and tyre assemblies
  56. AURTTQ002Remove and refit driveline components
  57. AURTTX001Remove and tag driveline components
  58. AURTTX012Dismantle and assemble conventional manual transmissions
  59. AURTTX013Remove and replace clutch assemblies
  60. AURVTA005Clean vehicles
  61. AURVTK001Use and maintain vehicle body repair hand tools
  62. AURVTN003Remove and store vehicle body components
  63. AURVTN039Set up body alignment equipment on vehicles
  64. AURVTN041Remove and realign vehicle body panels
  65. AURVTN138Carry out basic repairs to vehicle body panels
  66. AURVTN140Repair vehicle plastic components
  67. AURVTP006Apply refinishing primers to vehicle surfaces
  68. AURVTP008Clean and polish vehicle paint surfaces
  69. AURVTP129Prepare surface and prime repaired body panels
  70. AURVTP130Apply paint to vehicle body panels
  71. AURVTP131Cut and polish painted vehicle body panels
  72. AURVTP132Prepare and mask vehicle body panel surfaces
  73. AURVTT008Clean vehicle interior trim
  74. AURVTW010Set up and use welding equipment

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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