| CRICOS CODE | 117999J |
|---|---|
| COURSE DURATION | 61 weeks (include 5 weeks holiday) |
| TUITION FEE | $18,000 |
| NON-TUITION FEE | $1600 |
Vehicle Body Repair Technician
Vehicle Body Restoration Technician
Panel beater
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.
Face to Face delivery
Duration of the course is 61 weeks which includes 56 weeks delivery and 5 weeks holiday
Classroom and workshop 95 – 97 Lorimer Street Docklands
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 31 units of competency, consisting of:
17 core units
14 elective units, with specific requirements as outlined in the packaging rules
After completing AUR32120 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology students can enter in to AUR40720 Certificate IV in Automotive Body Repair Technology.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Source: https://training.gov.au/training/details/AUR32120/qualdetails
This qualification is an institution-based program with face-to-face trainer-led theory classes, practical sessions involving small groups, individual and team activities and computer-based activities and projects. Trainers and learners will also have access to learning resources and reference textbooks.
Please contact BIT’s admissions or marketing department for information on our upcoming
intakes.
Note* Information contained on the website is not sufficient for Enrollment purposes
however, this information should be read in conjunction with student handbook, student
prospectus and brochures.
| AURAFA108 |
Interpret and apply automotive repair instructions |
|---|---|
| AURAEA002 |
Follow environmental and sustainability best practices in an automotive workplace |
| AURASA102 |
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
| AURETR042 |
Remove, refit and operate electrical components following body repair activities |
| AURETR125 |
Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles |
| AURTTK102 |
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 |
| AURVTN022 |
Repair vehicle body misalignment |
| AURVTN104 |
Remove, replace and align bolt-on vehicle body panels and components |
| AURVTN116 |
Repair vehicle body panels using filler |
| AURVTN120 |
Remove and replace central welded panels on vehicles |
| AURVTN123 |
Repair adhesive bonded structural damage on vehicles |
| AURVTN132 |
Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair procedures |
| AURVTN135 |
Apply original equipment manufacturer repair procedures during vehicle repairs |
| AURVTW103 |
Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections |
| AURVTW105 |
Carry out spot welding |
| AURVTN102 |
Carry out non-structural vehicle panel repairs |
|---|---|
| AURVTW007 |
Carry out oxyacetylene thermal heating and cutting on vehicle body sections |
| AURVTN115 |
Repair vehicle body panels using metal finishing |
| AURVTN017 |
Repair vehicle thermoplastic body panels and components |
| AURVTN018 |
Repair and replace vehicle structural damage |
| AURVTN126 |
Repair vehicle aluminium body panels without the use of body filler |
| AURVTN127 |
Repair vehicle aluminium body panels using filler |
| AURVTN031 |
Carry out sectional vehicle repairs |
| AURVTA002 |
Remove and replace vehicle supplementary restraint systems |
| AURVTW104 |
Carry out tungsten inert gas welding |
| AURVTN119 |
Repair vehicle structural damage by riveting |
| AURVTN006 |
Remove and replace mechanical units during vehicle repair |
| AURVTP005 |
Apply rust prevention and sound deadening materials to vehicle body components |
| AURAMA001 |
Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace |
As per training package there are no formal prerequisites required to enter the AUR32120 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology. Although the training package specifies no entry requirement for this course International Learners entering this course at Brighton Institute of Technology must meet the following entry requirements:
All international learners entering Brighton Institute of Technology must be over 18 years of age at the commencement of their course.
All international learners will undertake a pre-training review which aims to identify
their training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of
the courses to the learner and any relevant experience they may have. An interview
conducted by Brighton Institute enrolment officer will cover these areas and also to
identify any support needs and possible RPL opportunities.
Through the pre-training review the learner will demonstrate that they have the
necessary skills to successfully complete the course.
Candidates undertaking this course must possess sound Numeracy skills since it requires
them to read vehicle manuals, do calculations, do job cards, and complete repairs and
costing estimates etc.
All learners are required to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) test.
They must have at least the ACSF level described later in this document in the five core
skills.
If learners do not meet English and LLN requirements, learners will be asked to take
further Language, literacy and numeracy training e.g. English Language Intensive Course
for Overseas Learners (ELICOS) programs with institute.
To enter any courses at BIT, applicants should have successfully completed year 12 or secondary studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to Australian senior secondary school examination and or mature age (25 years or above) with a minimum of 2 years work experience in relevant field.
All learners enrolling into BIT programs must have basic computer skills. BIT courses may
require learners to make reports, do graphs and analyse data.
Learners who do not possess basic computing skills will be referred to a computer
training course.
Although BIT will provide access to computers with required resources during classroom hours however to work on assignments and tasks for self-study, all students are expected to have access to a laptop or computer with the Windows 7 operating system or higher at their own cost. Students must have an active email address for communication and be contactable by phone (mobile or landline) and by mail (postal address). All learners are expected to have access to MS office applications such as Microsoft Word and an email platform. This will be at the applicant’s own cost.
Learners must have their own safety boots and workshop uniform (workshop overalls) for use during practical sessions in the automotive workshop prior to starting their practical classes. BIT will provide workshop tools, and other PPE as required.
Automotive technology is a physically demanding course and occupation. Working as a mechanic means that you will be on your feet for long hours and will have to lift heavy parts and equipment. Manual handling injuries are the most common type of injury occurring in automotive workshops. The injuries occur from handling heavy or awkward objects, heavy lifting, and prolonged or sustained work in awkward postures. This course involves manual handling e.g. heavy lifting; moving parts and tires, etc. So prospective learners should be able to handle the physical work required for this course. In line with its access and equity policy, BIT will identify any such barriers presented by learners during the pre-training review before enrolment and will identify and provide required support and reasonable adjustment where possible.
International learners applying for this course either off-shore or on-shore will require:
Either a minimum IELTS test score of 6.0 or equivalent for direct entry into a VET course or IELTS 5.5 or its equivalent plus 14 weeks ELICOS to be taken before the main VET course. Or IELTS 5.0 or its equivalent plus 20 weeks ELICOS to be taken before the main VET course. Or Note: Results older than two years are not acceptable.
Provide evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom, or United States
ORHave completed a Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma level qualification in Australia or
Have completed any Certificate III or Certificate IV in EAL from the EAL framework (Victoria) or
Have completed a General English course to the intermediate level.
| English language test providers | Minimum test score | Minimum Test Score where combined with at least 14 weeks ELICOS | Minimum test score where combined with at least 20 weeks ELICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System | 6.0 | 5.5 | 5.0 |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced test | 169, each component | 162 | 154 |
| TOEFL internet-based test | 64 | 46 | 35 |
| Pearson Test of English Academic | 50 | 42 | 36 |
*The test must have been taken no more than two years* before you apply to study at BIT. If an international student is exempt from providing evidence of their level of English proficiency at the time of applying for a student visa, they will be required to complete BIT’s English Proficiency test to ensure they have the required level of English to complete the VET qualification they are enrolling in.