Certificate III in Automotive Vehicle Body
| Course Code: | AUR30805 |
| Department: | Auto Body & Specialist Trades |
| Study Area(s): | Automotive |
| Location(s): | Docklands |
| Course Length: | Part-time day (3 years) Flexible (3 years) |
| Please call our Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) to enquire about applying for this course. | |
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Course overview
This apprenticeship course provides comprehensive knowledge and skills in the vehicle body fields of panel beating and vehicle painting.
Course Modules
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AURC270103A | Apply Safe Working Practices | 20 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 188 | $ 990^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 200 = $350.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $440.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 900 = $1,575.00 but capped at the maximum of $990.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $1,228.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
For a fee schedule, call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222. Alternatively email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. There may be an extra cost for reference books and protective clothing or specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may lead you to work with an employer in panel beating or vehicle painting and eventually lead to running your own business in this area.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
This course, combined with the appropriate workplace training, will enable you to become an accredited tradesperson in the automotive industry.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate III in Automotive Vehicle Body. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
Credits may be available into related certificate IV or diploma courses.
Can I apply?
You are eligible to apply if you are aged 15 years or over and have an employer or have been offered an apprenticeship in the specific area of specialisation.
How do I apply?
New Apprentices/Trainees will first need to be employed and signed up to a “Contract of training” by an Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC), with Kangan Institute listed as the preferred provider . For locations visit http://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/. For further information call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.
How will I be selected for this course?
Applicants must be currently employed as an apprentice or trainee in the respective field of specialisation.
How long is the course?
The program is run over three years, with 320 hours of classes a year.
Where and how can I study?
Block Release only. You attend TAFE for one week full time every 5-6 weeks.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will know in advance about the type of assessment and the how it will operate.
Additional comments
Applicants must be currently employed as an apprentice or trainee in the respective field of specialisation.
This course has a mid-year entry.
What will I study?
The subjects you will study will vary depending on the stream you choose and the training contract agreed to by the employer, student and TAFE.
