Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Automotive Exhaust System Technology
Certificate II in Automotive Exhaust System Technology
AUR21712
J386
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 17/01/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks related to servicing and repairing exhaust components and systems of cars and heavy vehicles within an automotive service and repair business.
Job roles and employment outcomes
The Certificate II in Automotive Exhaust System Technology is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing servicing and repair of exhaust components/systems of vehicles in an automotive service or repair business.
Job roles related to this qualification include:
automotive exhaust fitting specialists.
Application
This qualification is typically used to develop employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing vehicle service and repair functions in an automotive environment.
They would be expected to perform a range of mechanical operations involving known routines, methods and procedures and take some accountability for the quality of outcomes.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in fourteen (14) units of competency, consisting of:- eight (8) core units, plus
- six (6) elective units, of which:
- up to six (6) elective units may be chosen from the elective units list
- up to three (3) elective units may be drawn from a Certificate I qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units chosen contribute to the vocational outcome of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF007 | AURAEA2002 | Apply environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF032 | AURASA2002 | Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF577 | AURVTW2003 | Carry out gas metal arc welding procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF372 | AURTTA2004 | Carry out servicing operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WF442 | AURTTS2001 | Fabricate exhaust system and components | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WF033 | AURATA2001 | Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WF459 | AURTTZ2002 | Repair exhaust system components | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF421 | AURTTK2002 | Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Up to six (6) units may be chosen from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W205 | AUR20705 | Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAG7 | AUR21716 | Certificate II in Automotive Exhaust System Technology | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships