Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Automotive Steering and Suspension System Technology
Certificate II in Automotive Steering and Suspension System Technology
AUR21812
J387
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 27/01/2015 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks related to servicing steering and suspension 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 Steering and Suspension System Technology is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing servicing of steering and suspension components/systems of vehicles in an automotive service or repair business.
Job roles related to this qualification include:
automotive steering and suspension specialists.
Application
This qualification is typically used to develop employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing vehicle service 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 twelve (12) units of competency, consisting of:- eight (8) core units, plus
- four (4) elective units, of which:
- up to four (4) elective units may be taken from the elective units list
- up to two (2) 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 |
| WF372 | AURTTA2004 | Carry out servicing operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WF033 | AURATA2001 | Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WF404 | AURTTD2002 | Inspect and service steering systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF406 | AURTTD2004 | Inspect and service suspension systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF420 | AURTTK2001 | Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WF421 | AURTTK2002 | Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Up to four (4) units may be taken from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF418 | AURTTJ2001 | Balance wheels and tyres | 10 | Unit of competency |
| WF012 | AURAFA2003 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF003 | AURACA2001 | Establish relations with customers | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF011 | AURAFA2002 | Read in an automotive workplace | 12 | Unit of competency |
| WF239 | AURLTJ2003 | Remove, inspect, and refit light vehicle wheel assemblies | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF238 | AURLTJ2002 | Remove, inspect, repair and fit tyres and tubes (light) | 12 | Unit of competency |
| WF237 | AURLTJ2001 | Select tyres and rims for specific applications (light) | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF010 | AURAFA2001 | Use numbers in an automotive workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W205 | AUR20705 | Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAG6 | AUR21816 | Certificate II in Automotive Steering and Suspension System Technology | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships