Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology
AUR32420 Apprenticeship - ApprenticeshipGain a qualification in automotive refinishing
If you work in the automotive refinishing industry and want to gain a formal qualification in the field, this course is for you.
This is an accredited apprenticeship course, which involves a competency-based assessment program that can be undertaken in the workplace, at Chisholm, or a combination of both.
When you complete the Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology, you’ll be able to apply a range of vehicle painting techniques with confidence.
- Course code
- AUR32420
- Delivery location
- Dandenong
- International
- Not available for International students
- Length
- Part Time, 3 years.
- Start dates
- Ongoing
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Timetable
• Days per week: 4
• Hours per day: 7
• Expected hours of self-directed learning per week: 2
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Study units
Unit code Unit Description AURVTP112 Apply air dry and polyurethane refinishing materials AURVTP104 Apply basic colour matching techniques using vehicle paint codes AURVTP124 Apply clear over base multi-layer and pearl refinishing materials to vehicle body components AURVTP123 Apply clear over base two-pack refinishing materials to vehicle body components AURVTP006 Apply refinishing primers to vehicle surfaces AURVTP111 Apply solid acrylic two-pack materials to vehicle components AURVTP125 Apply water-based refinishing materials to vehicle bodies and substrates AURVTN008 Clean vehicle body and door openings AURVTP114 Colour match multi-layer and clear over base two-pack paints on vehicles and components AURVTP020 De-nib, buff and polish vehicle painted surfaces 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 AURVTN132 Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair procedures AURVTA003 Inspect vehicle paint, trim and accessories and recommend repair procedures AURVTP110 Prepare and operate vehicle paint drying equipment AURVTP101 Remove paint from vehicle painted surfaces AURVTP019 Prepare and paint plastic and composite vehicle surfaces AURVTP103 Prepare vehicle spray painting equipment for use AURAFA108 Interpret and apply automotive repair instructions AURVTP115 Match direct gloss solid paint colour on vehicles or components AURVTP113 Prepare vehicle substrates for refinishing AURVTP118 Rectify vehicle multi-layer and pearl paint faults using two-pack systems AURVTP116 Rectify and touch up vehicle direct gloss paint faults using two-pack systems AURVTP002 Mask vehicle panels and components AURVTP107 Touch up minor vehicle paintwork damage AURVTN005 Remove and replace adhesive attached components on vehicles AURVTN116 Repair vehicle body panels using filler AURVTP021 Restore vehicle body exterior paint AURVTP117 Rectify and touch up vehicle paint faults using clear over base two-pack systems -
Assessment methods
• Observation
• Questioning or Test/Quiz -
Admission requirements
• Apprentice or Trainee Must be currently employed and have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer.
Inherent requirements
• Minimum age requirement: 15
• Of school leaving age or have a transition from school form.
• Have parental agreement for students under 18 years of age.The simulated automotive workshop has all of the tools and equipment required to
Language, literacy and numeracy
complete the course, while in the workshop you may be required to:
• Be on your feet for periods of time
• Use hand tools and power tools
• Be exposed to noisy environments
• Be reasonably fit as some lifting may be required
• Have good eyesight and hearing as students will have to visually inspect vehicles and listen for unusual noisesYou are required to complete a language, literacy and numeracy skills test before course commencement. This will determine course suitability and if you may need additional support.
We use an approved online skills review tool to determine your language, literacy and numeracy skills within the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).
Below are the levels required for this course:• Language and literacy: 2
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Practical placement
There are no practical placement requirements for this course.
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Simulated work environment
Automotive workshop. The automotive workshop is considered a real work environment with personal protective equipment (PPE) required at all times. PPE consists of long work pants, long sleave work shirt and steel capped work boots, safety glasses will be required for some practical tasks, (safety glasses provided).
Approved PPE/work wear is required when in the workshop, long hair must be tied up. Nails
must be kept short, no acrylic nails. Jewellery/Piercings – kept to a minimum. Personal
hygiene – showering and wearing of deodorant is expected. Student attire must not breach
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Course and career pathways
Nationally recognised training Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology Certificate IV in Automotive Management Possible job outcome - vehicle spray painter
- service advisor
- foreman
- workshop controller
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Fees
Fees Tuition fees* (GST exempt)
Fee Type Fee Amount Select Concession $903 Government subsidised $4,515 Full fee paying $20,103 Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
Materials $1,035 And one of:
Student services – concession (annual) OR$135 Student services - no concession (annual) $270 Additional costs
There may be some additional costs required to successfully complete your course. This may be equipment, tools or text books.
Uniform/PPE Approx Cost $100 - $200
Details: PPE (personal protective equipment must be worn in the workshop area)*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 here 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 eligibility 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
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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.
Please note: Students may be required to undertake an assessment of their literacy and numeracy as part of their application process.
Chisholm is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and provides Nationally Recognised Training (NRT). This means you can be assured that our training will provide you with a qualification that is recognised and respected across Australia.
Chisholm courses are subject to minimum and maximum group numbers. Courses may be cancelled or postponed if minimum numbers are not achieved by the start date of the course. Courses may close prior to the start date if the maximum numbers are reached. In that situation, eligible applicants will be offered a place in the next available intake.