Mechanical

Radiator Repairer >> job profile

Job Description:

This job involves applying diagnostic procedures to determine symptoms/faults, the repair and servicing of cooling systems and associated components and the carrying out of radiator repairs for light/heavy vehicles, plant, motor cycles, marine and outdoor power equipment. It will also involve the carrying out of welding, soldering, thermal cutting and heating procedures.

Qualification: Certificate II in Automotive (Mechanical - Radiator Repair)

National Code: AUR21299

Competency Standards relating to the Qualification:

Compulsory Common Core
AUR70125 Follow workplace occupational health and safety procedures
AUR70278 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment
AUR70314 Contribute to workplace communication
AUR70421 Establish relations with customers
Compulsory Stream
AUR02166 Repair cooling systems and associated components
AUR02170 Service cooling systems and associated components
AUR02608 Carry out radiator repairs
AUR23608 Carry out welding, soldering, thermal cutting and thermal heating procedures
AUR65130 Inspect vehicle systems/components and determine preferred repair action
Electives: 3 electives to be sourced from any endorsed Industry Training Package
Typical Electives
AUR02145A Overhaul cooling system components
AUR18676A Test, service and replace battery
AUR18708A Carry out minor repairs to electrical circuits/systems
AUR22670A Service air conditioning systems
AUR66108A Carry out diagnostic procedures
AUR70508A Carry out manual handling operations

Requirements:

To be awarded the qualification, the New Apprentice must attain a successful assessment of all 4 compulsory core competency standards, all of the listed stream competency standards, plus 3 elective standards from the automotive 'bank' or any endorsed Industry Training Package at the same AQF Level.

Duration:

This competency based program is likely to extend over a period of up to 12 months, depending on the achievement of the required competencies (this period may vary between States/Territories).

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