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  • AUR21220
  • Certificate II
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  • NATIONALLY RECOGNISED · AQF

Certificate II in Automotive Underbody Technology

This qualification covers basic work on vehicle underbody systems in the vehicle service and repair industry. It includes finding basic faults, using and maintaining tools, and working safely with care for the environment. People already doing underbody work may be able to have their skills recognised through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
SUPERSEDES
AUR21216 Certificate II in Automotive Underbody Technology (equivalent); AUR21416 Certificate II in Automotive Cooling System Technology (not equivalent); AUR21716 Certificate II in Automotive Exhaust System Technology (not equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

Workshop staff who service underbody systems on different vehicles and want a formal qualification.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • Underbody serviceperson
  • Underbody technician
  • Workshop assistant

Qualification structure

14 units in total. All 4 units in one of the Specialist Elective Groups A to C must be chosen. Of the remaining 6 units required to make up the elective unit total: all 6 may be from the general elective units listed below; up to 3 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. Where relevant, specialisations can be used for this qualification in: General Underbody Repair. Exhaust Repair. AUR21220 Certificate II in Automotive Underbody Technology (Exhaust Repair). AUR21220 Certificate II in Automotive Underbody Technology (Radiator and Cooling System Repair) General Underbody Repair specialisation Select all 4 units in Specialist Elective Group A. Exhaust Repair specialisation Select all 4 units in Specialist Elective Group B. Radiator and Cooling System Repair specialisation Select all 4 units in Specialist Elective Group C.

Core units

4 units
  1. AURAEA002Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
  2. AURASA102Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
  3. AURATA001Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes
  4. AURTTK102Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

Elective units

39 units

Group A: Underbody Repair

  1. AURTTB101Inspect and service braking systems
  2. AURTTD002Inspect and service steering systems
  3. AURTTD004Inspect and service suspension systems
  4. AURTTZ102Diagnose and repair exhaust systems

Group B: Exhaust Repair

  1. AURTTA104Carry out servicing operations
  2. AURTTS101Fabricate exhaust systems and components
  3. AURTTZ102Diagnose and repair exhaust systems
  4. AURVTW109Carry out basic gas metal arc welding

Group C: Radiator and Cooling System Repair

  1. AURTTC001Inspect and service cooling systems
  2. AURTTC002Repair radiators
  3. AURTTW001Carry out soft soldering techniques
  4. AURVTW006Carry out thermoplastic welding on vehicle trim components

General Elective Units

  1. AURACA101Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace
  2. AURAFA001Use numbers in an automotive workplace
  3. AURAFA002Read and respond to automotive workplace information
  4. AURAFA103Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
  5. AURAFA104Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace
  6. AURAMA001Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace
  7. AURAQA001Contribute to quality work outcomes in an automotive workplace
  8. AURETR049Install in-vehicle entertainment and convenience systems
  9. AURETR052Apply knowledge of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
  10. AURETR112Test and repair basic electrical circuits
  11. AURLTD008Replace and refit steering, suspension and braking system components
  12. AURLTJ102Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes
  13. AURLTJ213Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies
  14. AURTTA009Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations
  15. AURTTA104Carry out servicing operations
  16. AURTTB013Machine brake drums and brake disc rotors
  17. AURTTC103Diagnose and repair cooling systems
  18. AURTTE104Inspect and service engines
  19. AURTTQ001Inspect and service final drive assemblies
  20. AURTTQ103Inspect and service drive shafts
  21. AURTTS101Fabricate exhaust systems and components
  22. AURTTX102Inspect and service manual transmissions
  23. AURTTX103Inspect and service automatic transmissions
  24. AURTTZ001Inspect and service emission control systems
  25. AURVTN043Install external vehicle equipment
  26. AURVTW018Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting
  27. AURVTW109Carry out basic gas metal arc welding

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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