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Auto-body Works (Panel Beating)

Assess, straighten and refinish damaged vehicle bodywork.

6 tasksNSQ Level 12h 47m of practice0 ready to start

What you’ll be able to do

Return a panel to shape without filler doing the work.

  1. 01Assess collision damage and plan the repairMap the damage and decide repair against replacement. 15 minPlanned
  2. 02Straighten a dented panelWork the metal back to shape with hammer and dolly. 20 minPlanned
  3. 03Apply and shape body fillerMix, apply and sand filler to the correct profile and thickness. 18 minPlanned
  4. 04Prepare and prime a repaired panelFeather the edges, seal and prime ready for colour. 16 minPlanned
  5. 05Match and spray a topcoatMix to the code, set the gun and lay even coats. 20 minPlanned
  6. 06Replace a bolt-on panelRemove, align and refit a panel to the correct gaps. 18 minPlanned
At the end of the program

Practical assessment · Vehicle Body Repair

Complete every task under assessment, then sit a supervised practical on a real rig at an approved centre. Pass it and the certificate goes on your record, verifiable by any employer.

Ready — you can practise it today In build — being written and reviewed now Planned — part of the program, not yet built