AUR32116 – Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair

Panel Beaters repair damage to metal, fibreglass and plastic body work on vehicles, and form replacement vehicle panels. You usually need a certificate III in automotive body repair technology or another relevant panel beating course to work as a Panel Beater. These courses are often completed as part of an apprenticeship.

General tasks;

• Removing damaged panels and parts, and removing upholstery and accessories to gain access
• Removing dents by hammering panels
• Straightening damaged vehicles and parts using mechanical and hydraulic equipment
• Replacing badly damaged sections with new or second-hand panels
• Filling depressions with plastic filler, and filing, grinding and sanding repaired surfaces
• Cutting and joining replacement sections using welding equipment
• Fitting repaired or replacement panels on vehicles and refitting body hardware such as door locks and trims
• May assist vehicle body builders in constructing and restoring custom-designed, vintage and other specialty vehicles