SOUTH METROPOLITAN TAFE · AUSTRALIA
Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
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This Certificate III program equips you with the essential skills for a career in the automotive body repair industry. You will learn to repair and replace vehicle panels and fittings, as well as master techniques for removing dents using cutting and welding. Training takes place at the Carlisle campus, a leading facility for automotive studies in Western Australia, featuring modern equipment and workshops.
Curriculum
The curriculum covers a comprehensive range of skills for automotive body repair. Units include environmental practices, interpreting repair instructions, safe working, electrical component repair, battery maintenance, tool usage, chassis and frame repair, panel removal and replacement, dent repair, welding techniques, and composite material repair. Specific units also cover advanced topics like ADAS technology and repairs on high-strength steel.
- Year 1
- Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplaceAURAEA002
- Interpret and apply automotive repair instructionsAURAFA108
- Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplaceAURASA102
- Remove, refit and operate electrical components following body repair activitiesAURETR042
- Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehiclesAURETR125
- Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplaceAURTTK102
- Repair vehicle chassis, frame and associated componentsAURTTY001
- Remove and store vehicle body componentsAURVTN003
- Repair vehicle body misalignmentAURVTN022
- Remove, replace and align bolt-on vehicle body panels and componentsAURVTN104
- Repair vehicle body panels using fillerAURVTN116
- Remove and replace major welded panels on vehiclesAURVTN120
- Repair adhesive bonded structural damage on vehiclesAURVTN123
- Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair proceduresAURVTN132
- Apply original equipment manufacturer repair procedures during vehicle repairsAURVTN135
- Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sectionsAURVTW103
- Carry out spot weldingAURVTW105
- Year 2
- Apply knowledge of ADAS technology in vehicle pre-repair scansAURETR149
- Remove and replace vehicle supplementary restraint systemsAURVTA002
- Repair vehicle thermoplastic body panels and componentsAURVTN017
- Repair and replace vehicle structural damageAURVTN018
- Repair corroded vehicle body panels and componentsAURVTN025
- Set up and operate universal vehicle measuring systemsAURVTN029
- Carry out non-structural vehicle panel repairsAURVTN102
- Carry out paint-less dent repairs on vehicle body panelsAURVTN113
- Repair vehicle body panels using metal finishingAURVTN115
- Repair vehicle aluminium body panels without the use of body fillerAURVTN126
- Identify and repair high strength steel vehicle componentsAURVTN128
- Repair vehicle composite material componentsAURVTS104
- Carry out oxyacetylene brazing of componentsAURVTW002
- Carry out basic gas metal arc weldingAURVTW109
Careers
Upon completion, you will be prepared for roles within the vehicle body repair industry. The qualification is a valuable step towards a rewarding career path.
- Panel Beater
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology?
- To enroll, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organization. Academic requirements include OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 for school leavers, C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths for non-school leavers, or a Certificate I or II.
- How do I apply for this program?
- The first step is to secure employment with an organization that offers apprenticeships or traineeships in automotive body repair. Once employed in a training contract, you will then enroll in off-the-job training at South Metropolitan TAFE's Carlisle campus.
- What career outcomes can I expect after completing this certificate?
- Upon completion, you will be prepared for roles within the vehicle body repair industry, specifically as a Panel Beater.
- Are there any scholarships available for this program?
- The provided data does not list any specific scholarships for the Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology.
- Is this program suitable for international students?
- This program is not applicable for international students as it is an apprenticeship/traineeship requiring local employment within Australia.
Entry requirements
School LeaverOLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
Non-School LeaverC Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent
Previous QualificationCertificate I or Certificate II
This course is available as an apprenticeship or traineeship. To enroll in an apprenticeship or traineeship, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation.
Fees
Tuition (international)Not applicable for international students as this is an apprenticeship/traineeship program requiring local employment.
Tuition (home)This course is low fee for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders, or $1,200 for everyone else, applies. Some eligibility conditions apply. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
LivingNot specified.
Fees quoted are estimates and for all units. If you have completed a prerequisite qualification, you may only pay for units needed for completion. Refer to fee disclaimers for full details.
How to apply
1. Find an EmployerSecure employment in a training contract with an organisation that offers apprenticeships or traineeships in automotive body repair.
2. Enrol in TrainingOnce employed, you will attend off-the-job training at South Metropolitan TAFE's Carlisle campus.
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised Training
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology?
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To enroll, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organization. Academic requirements include OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 for school leavers, C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths for non-school leavers, or a Certificate I or II.
How do I apply for this program?
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The first step is to secure employment with an organization that offers apprenticeships or traineeships in automotive body repair. Once employed in a training contract, you will then enroll in off-the-job training at South Metropolitan TAFE's Carlisle campus.
What career outcomes can I expect after completing this certificate?
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Upon completion, you will be prepared for roles within the vehicle body repair industry, specifically as a Panel Beater.
Are there any scholarships available for this program?
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The provided data does not list any specific scholarships for the Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology.
Is this program suitable for international students?
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This program is not applicable for international students as it is an apprenticeship/traineeship requiring local employment within Australia.