Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology

Gain a hands-on panel beating qualification

Course code

AUR32120

Delivery location

Dandenong

International

Not available for International students

Length

Part Time, 3 years.

Start dates

Ongoing

• Read more about this course

  During the course, you'll learn about workplace safety and equipment, and gain hands on experience in areas such as body panel repairs, welding procedures and vehicle misalignment repairs.
  
  Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which involves a combination of practical study and theory that is assessed at the end of each unit of competency.
  
  This nationally recognised qualification may lead to employment in roles such as a panel beater or automotive tradesperson.
  
  The course can be completed part time over three years, in conjunction with on the job training or in the workplace or onsite applications. A training plan can be negotiated with employers to suit their requirements.
  
  Chisholm Institute is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

• Study units

  Unit code	Unit Description
  AURVTN135	Apply original equipment manufacturer repair procedures during vehicle repairs
  AURVTP005	Apply rust prevention and sound deadening materials to vehicle body components
  AURVTW103	Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections
  AURVTN102	Carry out non-structural vehicle panel repairs
  AURVTW105	Carry out spot welding
  AURVTN031	Carry out vehicle sectional repairs
  AURETH101	Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
  AURAEA002	Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
  AURASA102	Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
  AURVTN128	Identify and repair high strength steel vehicle components
  AURVTN132	Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair procedures
  AURAFA108	Interpret and apply automotive repair instructions
  AURVTA001	Prepare vehicles for customer use
  AURVTN005	Remove and replace adhesive attached components on vehicles
  AURVTN120	Remove and replace major welded panels on vehicles
  AURVTA002	Remove and replace vehicle supplementary restraint systems
  AURVTN003	Remove and store vehicle body components
  AURETR042	Remove, refit and operate electrical components following body repair activities
  AURVTN104	Remove, replace and align bolt-on vehicle body panels and components
  AURAFA002	Read and respond to automotive workplace information
  AURVTV001	Remove, replace and test non-electrical vehicle components and accessories
  AURVTN123	Repair adhesive bonded structural damage on vehicles
  AURVTN127	Repair vehicle aluminium body panels using filler
  AURVTN116	Repair vehicle body panels using filler
  AURVTN115	Repair vehicle body panels using metal finishing
  AURVTN022	Repair vehicle body misalignment
  AURTTY001	Repair vehicle chassis, frame and associated components
  AURVTN025	Repair corroded vehicle body panels and components
  AURVTN029	Set up and operate universal vehicle measuring systems
  AURETR125	Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
  AURTTK102	Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

• Course and career pathways

  Nationally recognised training	Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology	Certificate IV in Automotive Management
  Possible job outcome	panel beater	service advisor foreman workshop controller

• Skills recognition

  Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

  Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

  Find out about advanced standing for graduate certificate, graduate diploma and bachelor degree courses.

• Admission requirements

  Apprentices must have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer, It is recommended school leaver students complete the pre-apprenticeship pathway (Certificate II) prior to enrolling, or complete a pre-training assessment for literacy and numeracy of BKSB assessment with an outcome of ACSF exit level 2, working level 3

• Fees

  Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

  Fees

  Fee Type	Fee Amount	Select
  Concession	$849	ConcessionAmount
  Government subsidised	$4,244	GovernmentSubsidisedAmount
  Full fee paying	$19,251	FullfeeAmount
  Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
  Materials	$885	MaterialFeeAmount
  And one of: Student services – concession (annual) OR	$135	studentservicefeewithConcession
  Student services - no concession (annual)	$270	studentservicefeewithnoConcession

  Total fees  

  *Student tuition fees are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. Check to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.
  **You are required to pay additional fees for materials and support services, not covered by your tuition fees. This may include things like learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing, and vary depending on the course you study. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment.

• Help with fees

  Apprentices

  Payment plans

  At Chisholm, you can spread your course costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

  Scholarships

  Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships.

  Government-subsidised training

  Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding. See eligiblity requirements for government-subsidised training.

  Other financial assistance available for apprentices

  As an apprentice you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with the costs of undertaking an apprenticeship. Read more about financial assistance for apprentices.

  Employers

  As an employer of an Australian Apprentice, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with hiring, training and retaining an apprentice. Find out more about your eligibility for financial assistance