AUR05 Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package
Item Scope of work, industry, sector and occupations/skills involved Qualifications affected Submission to NQC Progress Responsible Training Package Specialist
Broad cross-industry issues
R1.1 Review/restructure automotive Retail, Service and Repair (RSR) qualifications to ensure alignment to actual job roles found in the workplace. All automotive RSR qualifications. December 2012 Work commenced June 2011. All Training Package Specialists
R1.2

Update units of competency to include:

  • compliance with the DIISRTE template
  • accurate unit descriptors
  • strengthening literacy and numeracy requirements
  • adding new and emerging technologies
  • sustainability, environment and OH&S where applicable
  • embedding employability skills
  • ensuring clarity and plain English
  • reviewing range of variables to remove ambiguity
  • reviewing evidence guide requirements, in particular assessment advice and the critical aspects of evidence.
 All automotive RSR qualifications. December 2013 Work to be initiated July 2011. All Training Package Specialists
R1.3 Ascertain the degree to which current and emerging job functions in the RSR sector are not supported by national qualifications. New qualifications development across the Cert II to IV AQF. December 2013 Work to be initiated July 2011. All Training Package Specialists
R1.4 Evaluating the degree to which current units/qualifications reflect current and emerging automotive RSR technology including advances in alternative fuel. All automotive RSR qualifications. December 2013 Work to be initiated July 2011. All Training Package Specialists
R1.5 Review/update imported units as part of qualification restructure. All automotive RSR qualifications. December 2012 Work commenced June 2011. All Training Package Specialists
R1.6 Incorporate new DIISRTE Training Package volume structures (companion guides). All automotive RSR qualifications. December 2013 Work to be initiated May 2012. All Training Package Specialists
R1.7 Analysis of OH&S units to determine consistent application across occupations with same risk profile. All automotive RSR qualifications. December 2012 Work to be initiated July 2011. All Training Package Specialists
R1.8 Analysis of Certificate I and II qualifications and units of competency to determine relationship with occupational roles. Certificate I and II RSR qualifications. December 2012 Work to be initiated July 2011. All Training Package Specialists
R1.9 Development of a specific qualification for Master Technician. This qualification may include engine diagnosticians, body technicians and specialists. Diploma Mechanical and Body. December 2012 Work to be initiated September 2012. All Training Package Specialists
R1.10 Conduct scoping of requirement for VET in Schools programs at Certificate II and/or III or parts thereof. Certificate II and III trade qualifications or parts thereof. December 2013 Work to be initiated July 2011. All Training Package Specialists
R1.11 Remove duplication of units. All automotive RSR qualifications. December 2012 Work commenced June 2011. All Training Package Specialists
R1.12 Analysis of Skill Sets required for automotive specialisations. Certificate II and III body and mechanical. December 2012 Work to be initiated September 2012. All Training Package Specialists
R1.13 Review licensing requirements and include in relevant competency units for: 

  • air conditioning
  • electrical
  • LPG
  • other specific state and territory requirements (i.e. Queensland business licences for trading).
 All automotive RSR qualifications. December 2012 Work commenced June 2011. All Training Package Specialists
R1.14 Volume 1 – Guidelines: 

  • update endorsed components, i.e. qualifications framework and assessment guidelines.
 All automotive RSR qualifications. December 2012 Work to be initiated July 2011. All Training Package Specialists
R1.15 Air conditioning, LPG and hybrid vehicle safety competencies need to be developed for systems safety when working on new technologies. Certificate II in air conditioning, Certificate III light and heavy vehicle mechanic and automotive electrical qualifications. December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. All Training Package Specialists
R1.16 Update and review the AUM Training Package to reflect the new design model for the streamlined units All automotive RSR qualifications. December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012 All Training Package Specialists
Mechanical & Specialisation
R2.1 Development of a specific qualification for Master Technician. This qualification may include engine diagnosticians, body technicians and specialists. See item R1.9. Diploma. December 2013 Work to be initiated September 2012. Stephen Wrathall
R2.2 Analysis of Skill Sets required for automotive specialisations. See item R1.12. Certificate II and III Body and Mechanical. December 2013 Work to be initiated September 2012. Stephen Wrathall
R2.3 Analysis of requirement for a qualification/specialisation for service occupations specific to four wheel drives and sports utility vehicles. Certificate II and III specialist mechanics. December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Stephen Wrathall
R2.4 New units required that reflect industry technology, such as: 

  • DC motors
  • SRS
  • Alternative fuels
 Certificate II and III mechanical December 2012 and December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Neil Hunichen
R2.5 Air conditioning, LPG and hybrid vehicle safety competencies need to be developed for systems safety when working on new technologies. See R1.15. Certificate II in air conditioning, Certificate III light and heavy vehicle mechanic and automotive electrical qualifications. December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Stephen Wrathall
R2.6 Review Certificate IV in Automotive Technology to enable consistent outcomes for specialisations. Core unit AURT466208A carry out diagnosis of complex system faults may not be relevant to all specialisations (i.e. body and electrical). Certificate IV in Automotive Technology December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Stephen Wrathall
Mechanical Heavy Vehicle
R3.1 Analysis of a number of units in Heavy Vehicle qualifications that may be too broad in application compared with job function. Certificate III Automotive Mechanical Technology. December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Stephen Wrathall
R3.2 Analysis of Heavy Vehicle qualifications and their articulation into maritime roles. Certificate III Heavy Vehicles. December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Stephen Wrathall
R3.3 New units required for heavy vehicle brake systems. Certificate III Heavy Vehicle Mechanic and specialised trailer qualifications. December 2013 Work to be initiated September 2012. Stephen Wrathall
R3.4 New qualification required for heavy vehicle trailer technician. Review needs to consider: 

  • level of placement in Training Package for role
  • qualification or specialisation.
 Certificate II and III December 2013 Work to be initiated September 2012. Stephen Wrathall
R3.5 Air conditioning, LPG and hybrid vehicle safety competencies need to be developed for systems safety when working on new technologies. See R1.15. Certificate II in air conditioning, Certificate III light and heavy vehicle mechanic and automotive electrical qualifications. December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Stephen Wrathall
R3.6 Review/development of units of competencies that are specific to mobile and heavy vehicle to represent the correct context within the Certificate III for each industry Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology December 2013 Work to be initiated September 2012. Stephen Wrathall
R3.7 Review/development of units of competencies that are specific to Access Equipment and Forklifts to represent the correct context within the Certificate III for each industry Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology December 2013 September 2012. Stephen Wrathall
R3.8 New units required for heavy vehicles mechanical for the following: 

  • electronic braking systems
  • emission requirements
    • SCR
    • EGR
    • diesel particulate filter
  • active cruise control/braking
  • fleet management systems
  • automatic tyre inflation systems (ATIS)
 Certificate II and III December 2013 September 2012. Stephen Wrathall
Vehicle Body
R4.1 Development of a specific qualification for Master Technician. This qualification may include engine diagnosticians, body technicians and specialists. See item R1.9. Diploma. December 2013 Work to be initiated September 2012. Vincent Panozzo
R4.2 Analysis of Skill Sets required for automotive specialisations. See item R1.12. Certificate II and III Body and Mechanical. December 2013 Work to be initiated September 2012. Vincent Panozzo
R4.3 Vehicle body glazing unit needs updating. Certificate II and III vehicle body. December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Vincent Panozzo
R4.4

Analysis of the need for an Automotive Estimators/Vehicle Repair Estimator Qualification considering:

  • level of placement in training package for role
  • qualification or specialisation
  • update of technical content of units to include new materials technology, welding techniques.
Certificate II or III in Automotive Vehicle Body. December 2011 Work commenced June 2011. Peter Miller
R4.5 Analysis of the Automotive Vehicle Body (The Vehicle Trimming) needs to be undertaken to determine applicable assessment methods Certificate III in Automotive Vehicle Body. December 2013 Work to be initiated September 2012. Vincent Panozzo
R4.6 Update/develop units of competency for Paint-less Dent Removal (PDR) Certificate III in Automotive Vehicle Body. December 2013 Work to be initiated September 2012. Vincent Panozzo
R4.7 Need specialist units created for: 

  • silicone bronze welding
  • basic plastic filler
  • adhesive bonding.
 Certificate II and III in Automotive Vehicle Body. December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Vincent Panozzo
R4.8 Review AUR20905 Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Body (potential Certificate III) to reflect vehicle preparation/presentation. Certificate II and III in Automotive Vehicle Body. December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Vincent Panozzo
Auto Electrical
R5.1 Air conditioning, LPG and hybrid vehicle safety competencies need to be developed for systems safety when working on new technologies. See R1.15. Certificate II in air conditioning, Certificate III light and heavy vehicle mechanic and automotive electrical qualifications. December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Neil Hunichen
Outdoor Power and Equipment
R6.1 Review content of Certificate I in Automotive to consider inclusion of AQF1 OPE Units of Competency Certificate I in Automotive AUR10105 December 2012 Work to be initiated March 2012. Jeff Heaney
Marine
R7.1 Changing engine and electronics technology needs to be reflected in the qualifications. Certificate III marine qualification, and potentially Certificate IV (development pending). December 2013 Work to be initiated March 2012. Jeff Heaney
R7.2 Review content of Certificate I in Automotive to consider inclusion of AQF1 OPE Units of Competency. Certificate I in Automotive AUR10105 December 2012 Work commenced June 2011. Jeff Heaney
Bicycles
R8.1 Review content of Certificate I in Automotive to consider inclusion of AQF1 Bicycle Units of Competency Certificate I in Automotive AUR10105 December 2012 Work commenced June 2011. Jeff Heaney
Sales and Parts
R9.1 See R1.1 to R1.8, R1.11, R1.13 to R1.14. Vincent Panozzo
R9.2 Review required on the content and relevance of Certificate IV and Diploma in Automotive Business Management. Certificate IV and Diploma in Automotive Business Management. December 2013 Work to be initiated June 2012. Vincent Panozzo
R9.3 Review AURS241803A Apply legal requirements to product sales to reflect correct industry context. Certificate II and III qualifications. December 2013 Work to be initiated June 2012. Vincent Panozzo

Key: R = Retail, Service and Repair.
Items in red text are new items that have not been ratified by the relevant sector committee.

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