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Certificate II In Automotive Body Repair Technology | AUR20920

Automotive
Docklands (ACE)
Broadmeadows Off Campus

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Course Snapshot

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Docklands (ACE) Broadmeadows Off Campus
	Code	AUR20920
	Length	18 months
	Days	2 days per week, for 13 weeks
	Delivery Mode	Blended - Internal and External
	Start Date	Rolling Enrolments
	End Date	Rolling Enrolments
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Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology

This course supports clean economy by integrating sustainable innovation, eco-friendly solutions or climate-conscious practices. Its delivery aligns with Victoria’s strategic vision for developing a workforce equipped for a sustainable future.

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Learn the Tools of the Trade

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a range of tasks on vehicle bodies in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.

In this course you may choose from several streams including paint and panel preparation, vehicle dismantling, vehicle glazing, window tinting and vehicle preparation.

You will need to have an employer in this industry to sign you up as an Apprentice/Trainee.

Please note that not all elective units listed are delivered at Docklands campus. Your Training Adviser will negotiate and discuss the units on your training plan with you and your Employer.

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 be advised in advance about the type of assessment and the how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be provided with this information.

Course Modules

Module Code	Module Title	Nominal Hours	Scope
AURAEA002	Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace (AURAEA002)	25	Core
AURAFA002	Read and respond to automotive workplace information (AURAFA002)	10	Core
AURAMA001	Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace (AURAMA001)	20	Core
AURASA102	Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace (AURASA102)	20	Core
AURTTK102	Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace (AURTTK102)	20	Core
AURAFA103	Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace (AURAFA103)	20	Elective
AURETR125	Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles (AURETR125)	15	Elective
AURVTA001	Prepare vehicles for customer use (AURVTA001)	20	Elective
AURVTG006	Apply vehicle window tinting (AURVTG006)	30	Elective
AURVTG007	Clean vehicle glass surfaces (AURVTG007)	10	Elective
AURVTG011	Install side vehicle windows (AURVTG011)	15	Elective
AURVTG101	Repair laminated glass windscreens (AURVTG101)	30	Elective
AURVTG102	Remove and install rubber glazed windscreens (AURVTG102)	30	Elective
AURVTG103	Remove and install butyl sealed windscreens (AURVTG103)	30	Elective
AURVTG104	Remove and install direct glazed windscreens (AURVTG104)	30	Elective
AURVTG109	Remove and install vehicle fixed body glass (AURVTG109)	15	Elective
AURVTG110	Remove and install vehicle movable body glass (AURVTG110)	15	Elective
AURVTN003	Remove and store vehicle body components (AURVTN003)	20	Elective
AURVTN008	Clean vehicle body and door openings (AURVTN008)	15	Elective
AURVTN009	Clean vehicle engines and engine components (AURVTN009)	15	Elective
AURVTN010	Clean vehicle underbody (AURVTN010)	15	Elective
AURVTN102	Carry out non-structural vehicle panel repairs (AURVTN102)	40	Elective
AURVTN104	Remove, replace and align bolt-on vehicle body panels and components (AURVTN104)	90	Elective
AURVTN111	Remove and install vehicle rear vision mirrors (AURVTN111)	2	Elective
AURVTN116	Repair vehicle body panels using filler (AURVTN116)	35	Elective
AURVTP002	Mask vehicle panels and components (AURVTP002)	20	Elective
AURVTP005	Apply rust prevention and sound deadening materials to vehicle body components (AURVTP005)	20	Elective
AURVTP006	Apply refinishing primers to vehicle surfaces (AURVTP006)	30	Elective
AURVTP008	Clean and polish vehicle paint surfaces (AURVTP008)	15	Elective
AURVTP020	De-nib, buff and polish vehicle painted surfaces (AURVTP020)	20	Elective
AURVTP021	Restore vehicle body exterior paint (AURVTP021)	30	Elective
AURVTP101	Remove paint from vehicle painted surfaces (AURVTP101)	20	Elective
AURVTP103	Prepare vehicle spray painting equipment for use (AURVTP103)	40	Elective
AURVTP110	Prepare and operate vehicle paint drying equipment (AURVTP110)	30	Elective
AURVTP113	Prepare vehicle substrates for refinishing (AURVTP113)	70	Elective
AURVTT003	Remove and replace automotive and marine interior trim components (AURVTT003)	20	Elective
AURVTT007	Clean plastic trim and fittings of vehicles (AURVTT007)	15	Elective
AURVTT008	Clean vehicle interior trim (AURVTT008)	15	Elective
AURVTT009	Remove and replace vehicle and vessel seats and fittings (AURVTT009)	20	Elective
AURVTW007	Carry out oxyacetylene thermal heating and cutting on vehicle body sections (AURVTW007)	20	Elective
AURVTW103	Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections (AURVTW103)	30	Elective

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Course Dates

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Campus Location	Start Date(s)	End Date(s)	Days and Time
Docklands (ACE)	Rolling Enrolments	Rolling Enrolments	2 days per week, for 13 weeks
Broadmeadows Off Campus	Rolling Enrolments	Rolling Enrolments	To be advised by Coordinator

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Career Opportunities

Qualification Details

Employment Opportunities

Successful completion of this course may help you to gain employment as an apprentice in the vehicle body trades. This course may lead to employment as a:

Professional Detailer or Assembler
Window Tinter
Spray Painter

If you are enrolling in this course as part of a traineeship, you must have employment in the relevant industry before commencing the course. You must be registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network and have a signed training contract.

If you are enrolling in this course as a Non Trainee you must have employment in the relevant industry before commencing the course or have extensive experience in the industry. Pre Enrolment Interview required.

Qualifications

On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology (AUR20920). As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.

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Fees

Training is delivered with Victorian & Commonwealth Government funding.

Some or all of this training is provided with State or Federal Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!

You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!

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The fees listed below relate to 2025 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.

Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.

Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).

Tuition Fees

Enrolment type	Government Subsidised Indicative total tuition fee#	Concession Indicative total tuition fee#	Full Fee Indicative total tuition fee#
Standard	$1484.96	$296.99	$6980.09
Traineeship	$1484.96	$296.99	$6980.09

Other Fees

Enrolment Type	Average course material fees	Average course consumable fees
Standard	$0	$615.92
Traineeship	$0	$638.09

# The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

* Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.

Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.

Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply.

Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee and non-tuition fees (table 1) and any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).

Student Contact Hours

Total hours^	Indicative hours*	Government Subsidised $/SCH	Indigenous Concession $/SCH	Full Fee Indicative total tuition fee $/SCH
365	365	$4.07	$0.81	$19.12
365	365	$4.07	$0.81	$19.12

What costs and other fees should I expect?

There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.

^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.

*This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2025. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student. If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.

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Entry Requirements

Can I Apply?

This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.

Non-Trainees will be offered a position based on their past experience and ability to source additional skills practice.

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How Will I Be Selected?

Apprentices must be currently employed as an apprentice/trainee in the respective field of specialisation.

You will need to have an employer in this industry who is willing to sign you up as a Trainee. Then you must contact an Australian Apprentice Support Network office to register and sign a training contract.

Non-Apprentices will be considered once interviewed and industry experience is established.

Non-apprentices will be offered a position based on their past experience and ability to source additional skills practice.

How Do I Apply?

Apprentice/Trainees - You will need to have an employer in this industry who is willing to sign you up as an Apprentice. Then contact an Australian Apprentice Support Network office to sign a training contract.

Non- Apprentices/Trainees - Click on the 'Apply Now' button to start. Fill in the preliminary application form and we will contact you via email or phone to progress your enrolment.

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