Certificate IV in Automotive Body Repair Technology
Certificate IV in Automotive Body Repair Technology
Course Duration & Intake Dates
This qualification will be delivered over 30 weeks of training and assessment without any holidays
What will I study?
The units listed on the website are for Cert III Body Repair.
Units for AUR40720 Certificate IV in Automotive Body Repair Technology
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Core / Elective |
|---|---|---|
| AURAEA003 | Monitor environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURAMA005 | Manage complex customer issues in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURANN011 | Estimate and quote automotive body repairs | Core |
| AURVNA005 | Inspect quality of vehicle repair work | Core |
| AURVTN132 | Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair procedures | Core |
| AURVTN135 | Apply original equipment manufacturer repair procedures during vehicle repairs | Core |
| AURAMA006 | Contribute to planning and implementing business improvement in an automotive workplace | Elective |
| AURVNA003 | Review vehicle repair quotations | Elective |
| AURVTN005 | Remove and replace adhesive attached components on vehicles | Elective |
| AURVTA002 | Remove and replace vehicle supplementary restraint systems | Elective |
Entry Requirements
English Language Proficiency Requirements
You must have completed the English language test within two (2) years of the application date.
The table below shows the English language test providers, including information on English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS), and the minimum overall band scores you must achieve to meet the Student visa English language requirement. This will also be used as the English Language proficiency requirement for entry into this course by OCT, in addition to its ACSF Level LLND Test.
| English language test providers | Minimum test score | Minimum test score with 10 weeks ELICOS / Foundation Standard / Pathway program | Minimum test score with 20 weeks ELICOS / Foundation Extended program |
|---|---|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | 6.0 | 5.5 | 5.0 |
| TOEFL iBT (only accepted if test is taken on or before 25 July 2023)* | 64 | 46 | 35 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (Certificate in Advanced English)** | 169 | 162 | 154 |
| Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) | 50 | 42 | 36 |
| Occupational English Test | B for each test component | B for each test component | B for each test component |
*On 26 July 2023, the TOEFL iBT stopped offering English language tests for Australian visa purposes. Only TOEFL iBT scores taken on or before 25 July 2023 are accepted.
**From 12 February 2024, only results from the paper-based Cambridge C1 Advanced test will be accepted for Australian visa and migration purposes. Scores from both paper-based and computer-based tests taken before 12 February 2024 are still accepted within the specified validity period.
English Language test evidence exemption
You do not need to provide evidence of an English test score with your visa application if one of the following applies:
- You are a citizen and hold a passport from the UK*, USA, Canada, NZ, or Republic of Ireland.
- You are a Foreign Affairs or Defence-sponsored student or a Secondary Exchange student (AASES).
- You are enrolled in a principal course of study that is a registered school course, a standalone ELICOS course, a course registered to be delivered in a language other than English, or a registered postgraduate research course.
- You have completed at least 5 years of study in English in one or more of the following countries: Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland.
- In the 2 years before applying for the student visa, you completed, in Australia and in English, either the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or a substantial component of a course leading to a qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework at Certificate IV or higher level while holding a student visa.
Note: You may be required to provide evidence of an English test score if you hold a British National Overseas (BNO) passport.
If you are exempt from providing an English test score, you will be required to provide evidence and may also need to complete an English Placement Test conducted by OCT.
Study Assessment and Pathway
Rolling Intake and Initial Stage Units
OCT operates on a rolling intake timetable. Although no units in this qualification have any pre-requisites, OCT has adopted a stage-based rolling intake where all students must complete the units in the initial stage listed below prior to merging with older students in ongoing classes. OCT runs these units on an ongoing basis depending on student enrolments and commencements. Students can commence their course in any of the following units and in any order. Once the students have completed the following units, they will be merged with older students. Each student will be provided with their individual training and assessment plan outlining their timetable.
- AURETR125 – Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
Student Support Services
OCT has a range of Student Support Services available. Please refer to your student handbook for details on available Student Support Services.
Assessment System
Units are assessed individually via a range of assessment methods, including:
- Written Assessment
- Verbal Questioning
- Practical Demonstrations observed directly by the assessor
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers (CT)
The RTO offers all students the opportunity to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Assessment Appeals
Students can make an appeal against any assessment decision by following the Complaints and Appeals Policy outlined in the Student Handbook and on our website.
All appeals and complaints will be dealt with according to the Complaints and Appeals Procedure.
Course Price
Contact Oceania College of Technology or your education agent for prices, promotional offers and incentives that may be available.
Ph: 1800 623 2642 Email: admin@oct.edu.au
Payment plans are available with weekly, monthly, term or semester payment options.
