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Certificate II in Automotive Manufacturing Production - Bus, Truck and Trailer

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AUM20218

You have already established a foundation of practical skill on the production floor, contributing to the assembly of essential transport vehicles. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a recognition pathway for this qualification that respects your time in the industry. Register your interest today to be notified when we can guide your experience toward formal recognition.

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About This Qualification

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a range of tasks in the manufacturing sector. The range of technical skills and knowledge is limited. The qualification is suitable for entry into the automotive manufacturing industry. 

Qualification Code

AUM20218

Training Package

AUM — Automotive Manufacturing

AQF Level

Certificate II

Total Units

14 (5 core + 9 elective)

Entry Requirements

This qualification has no entry requirements.

RPL It Status: Not yet available — Registering interest

Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.

Career Outcomes

According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:

RoleResponsibilities
Component AssemblerAssembling vehicle components and installing mechanical or electrical assemblies within a production line environment.
Automotive Manufacturing Production WorkerContributing to the construction of vehicle bodies, including body construction and the fitting of glass or soft trim.
Assistant Vehicle Body BuilderAssisting in the modification of production units or the manufacture of purpose-built bodies to fit manufacturer chassis.

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Could RPL Be Right for You?

Experience can be evidence.

RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.

RPL typically involves:

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A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements

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Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency

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Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation

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If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise

ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice

RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.

Our approach:

“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”

What Kind of Experience Counts?

If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:

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Work History & Roles

  • A current resume detailing your assembly or production experience
  • Detailed position descriptions for manufacturing roles held
  • Letters of support or references from production supervisors
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Assembly & Production

  • Photographic evidence of vehicle components you have assembled
  • Quality control checklists or production logs from your shifts
  • Records of fitting mechanical, electrical, or trim assemblies
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Technical Documentation

  • Samples of work orders or job cards you have completed
  • Evidence of your ability to read and interpret working drawings
  • Completed safety reports or hazard identification logs
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Tools & Machinery

  • Records showing the safe operation of manufacturing machinery
  • Tool maintenance logs or equipment inspection records
  • Evidence of preparing and processing automotive materials
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Training & Certifications

  • Records of workplace health and safety (WHS) inductions
  • Certificates from in-house manufacturing workshops
  • Evidence of training in specific assembly techniques or soldering

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This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this qualification and RPL.

Is this qualification currently available through RPL It?
We are currently in the process of establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) that specialise in automotive manufacturing. While we cannot facilitate assessments for this qualification immediately, registering your interest ensures you are the first to know when the pathway becomes available.
Why should I register my interest?
Registering your interest allows us to gauge demand and accelerate our partnership process for the automotive sector. It also ensures you receive early access to a free skills review once we have a delivery partner in place.
Is an RPL qualification the same as one from full-time study?
Yes. A qualification earned through recognition of prior learning is issued by a Registered Training Organisation and carries the same national weight as one earned through traditional study. The assessment standards are identical; only the way you demonstrate your competency differs.
What kind of manufacturing experience is most relevant?
Experience in assembling vehicle components, reading technical drawings, and using hand and power tools in a production environment is highly relevant. This includes work on buses, trucks, trailers, or passenger motor vehicles.
How do I prove my skills if I don't have formal paperwork?
Recognition is about evidence, not just paperwork. We will guide you in gathering diverse evidence, which may include photos of your work, videos of you operating machinery, or third-party reports from supervisors who have witnessed your skills in action.

Related Qualifications

Other qualifications in the Automotive Manufacturing.

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