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Coachbuilders execute work on vehicle bodies and coaches. They have skills to form body parts from panels, manufacture and assemble the frames and parts for vehicles.

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Competences
34
Groups
4
Essential
22
Optional
12

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Essential knowledge 1 competence

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vehicle electrical systems

The vehicle electrical systems, including components such as the battery, starter, and alternator. The battery provides energy to the starter. The alternator provides the battery the energy it requires to power the vehicle.

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Essential skills and competences 21 competences

Occupation specific

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build bodies for vehicles

Manufacture bodies for passenger-carrying vehicles, such as car, bus, horse-drawn carriage or railroad passenger car. Use wood, metal, fibreglass and other materials.

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carry out chassis modifications

Perform chassis conversions and fitments on elements of stocks of chassis by modifying its length and weight distribution. Meet specific requirements and quality standards by consulting and communicating with engineers and technical personnel.

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design chassis

Devise and manufacture a series of custom chassis using design software. Apply compliance with own plans, creations and blueprints.

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install vehicle accessories

Build in the vehicle accessories, such as door handles, hinges, locks and audio systems. Customise following clients' requests.

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prepare vehicle trim

Prepare vehicle trim work in accordance with technical drawings and preliminary sketches.

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purchase car materials

Acquire and order car parts and accessories to rebuild and fabricate vehicle bodies and coaches.

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Sector-specific

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carry out repairs and maintenance of vehicle bodies

Execute repair and maintenance tasks to damaged vehicle bodies; follow customers' individual requests and instructions.

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ensure safety of mobile electrical systems

Take the necessary precautions while providing temporary power distribution independently. Measure and power up an installation.

Scope note
This competence is limited to mobile, temporary installations with connectors. In some countries, working independently is related to a specific degree or certificate.
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install automotive electrical equipment

Place electrical circuits and wiring in vehicles such as lighting and voltage gauges. These distribute and regulate electrical power and supply it to meters and other devices in the car.

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install car electronics

Place electrically operated accessories in vehicles such as batteries which power heating systems, radios and anti-theft systems.

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install transport vehicle interior components

Build in accessories for a vehicles, such as door handles, hinges and locks, both inside and outside. Customise the accessories following customers' wishes.

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maintain vehicle records

Maintain vehicle records by accurately recording service operations and repairs.

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measure parts of manufactured products

Operate measurement instruments to measure parts of manufactured objects. Take into consideration specifications of manufacturers to perform the measuring.

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apply technical communication skills

Explain technical details to non-technical customers, stakeholders, or any other interested parties in a clear and concise manner.

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assemble final product

Install and mechanically adjust all components and subsystems, according to factory regulations and legal standards.

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ensure quality assurance standards for vehicles

Implement and monitor the maintenance, repair and/or recondition of vehicles ensuring all quality assurance standards are met.

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fit mechanised equipment

Fit mechanical equipment such as hoists and winches to various types of car chassis.

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maintain work area cleanliness

Keep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.

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perform metal work

Work with metal and iron materials in order to assemble individual pieces or structures.

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use shaping machinery

Use various types of welding and cutting tools to shape and customize surfaces and materials.

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use technical documentation

Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.

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Optional knowledge 2 competences

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electrical wiring plans

Pictorial representation of an electrical circuit. It shows the components of the circuit as simplified shapes, and the power and signal connections between the devices. It gives information about the relative position and arrangement of devices and terminals on the devices, to help in building or servicing the device. A wiring diagram is often used to troubleshoot problems and to make sure that all the connections have been made and that everything is present.

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mechanics

Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.

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Optional skills and competences 10 competences

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Sector-specific

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guarantee customer satisfaction

Handle customer expectations in a professional manner, anticipating and addressing their needs and desires. Provide flexible customer service to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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organise vehicle parts storage

Store parts of vehicles and trucks, including parts for large trucks or heavy equipment, in proper conditions.

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perform technical tasks with great care

Avoiding possible risks and unwanted outcomes by watching carefully over all parts of a machine, device or vehicle and executing processes of production, maintenance or repair with great care.

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provide customized upholstery

Install custom upholstery, according to the customer's individual requests and preferences.

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purchase vehicle parts

Order specific parts required for maintenance and repair of a wide variety of vehicles.

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drive vehicles

Be able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.

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maintain equipment

Regularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.

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operate welding equipment

Use welding equipment to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel, wearing protective eyewear during the working process.

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perform multiple tasks at the same time

Execute multiple tasks at the same time, being aware of key priorities.

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sew pieces of fabric

Operate basic or specialised sewing machines whether domestic or industrial ones, sewing pieces of fabric, vinyl or leather in order to manufacture or repair wearing apparels, making sure the threads are selected according to specifications.

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In the case of industrial sewing machines, the operations are computerised.
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