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    Certificate III in Automotive and Marine Trimming Technology

    Certificate III in Automotive and Marine Trimming Technology
    Overview

    About this course

    Build specialised skills to restore vintage vehicles and design interiors for boats. You’ll learn about design and gain practical experience to prepare you for work as a vehicle trimmer or marine trimming technician.

    Outcomes

    What you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • understand design elements

    • use industry machinery and tools

    • select and apply adhesives

    • select, trim and fit fabrics

    • trim vehicle components, and remove and replace interior components

    • work effectively in an automotive workplace.

    Course outcomes

    Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.

    • A nationally accredited qualification at a certificate III level.

    • Strong pathways to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities.

    • Skills and knowledge to start your own business.

    Suitability

    Is this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.

    • This course can be completed as part of a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.

    Apprenticeship

    • You must be employed as an apprentice in the industry.

    • Your Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) must submit your Training Proposal Plan (TPP).

    • Visit our apprenticeships and traineeships page for more information.

    Non-apprenticeship

    • Non-apprenticeship pathways for trade qualifications let you turn your industry skills into a recognised qualification. You can do this through recognition of prior learning (RPL) and any gap training.

    • You must be at least 21 years of age. Show this with photo ID.

    • You must have at least 2 years of work experience in this trade. Show this with your resume and/or letters from employers.

    • You must be currently in the industry, (shown by a letter from your employer) or have worked in the industry in the past 5 years (shown by your resume and/or letters from employers).

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • a good level of fitness for tasks like lifting parts and materials

    • confidence working at heights and in small spaces

    • some experience in using tools and equipment

    • an interest in for cars, boats or bikes

    • Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level.

    Note:

    • TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test. This helps us to understand your study needs and create a plan that supports your study success. It also makes sure your LLN skills match the level of the course.

    We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.

    Find Your Fit

    This simple tool guides you to a suitable course level based on your foundation skills and confidence.

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    Pathways

    Future career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: vehicle trimmer and marine trimming technician.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Certificate III in Automotive and Marine Trimming Technology does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study0 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    The Certificate III in Automotive and Marine Trimming Technology does not have any post-graduate courses.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    Units

    Units taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Automotive and Marine Trimming Technology qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 30 units of competency, including 12 core and 18 speciality units.

    Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Work effectively with others in an automotive workplaceAURAMA001

    • Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplaceAURAEA002

    • Remove and replace automotive and marine interior trim componentsAURVTT003

    • Trim vehicle componentsAURVTT004

    TAFE NSW services

    Facilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning - an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations - get social with our student community

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