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Wheel Aligner >> job profile
Job Description:
Wheel aligners diagnose faults in vehicle stability and tyre wear. Specifically, it involves checking and/or servicing the steering system and suspension, identifying and interpreting tyre and rim regulations, balancing wheels and making adjustments to various elements such as camber and toe-in. A post-alignment check and road testing will follow.
Qualification: II in Automotive (Mechanical - Wheel Aligning)
National Code: AUR21899
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 | |
|---|---|
| AUR15170 | Service steering systems |
| AUR16170 | Service suspension systems |
| AUR17108 | Carry out wheel alignment operations |
| AUR65130 | Inspect vehicle systems/components and determine preferred repair action |
| Electives: 3 electives to be sourced from
any endorsed Industry Training Package Typical Electives |
|
|---|---|
| AUR17606A | Balance tyres/wheels |
| AUR37608A | Carry out stock control procedures |
| AUR37637A | Maintain stock control |
| AUR41803A | Apply legal requirements relating to product sales |
| AUR50318A | Dispose of waste and maintain a tidy work area |
| AUR52327A | Identify, clarify and resolve problems |
| THHCOR01A | Work with colleagues and customers |
| THHGGA06A | Receive and store stock |
| PRMCL21A | Maintain industrial machinery in a soil free condition |
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).