About the competition - Autobody Repair
Panel technicians have to understand a great deal about modern car construction and materials.
With the development of new car technology, keeping up-to-date with changing repair processes and
equipment has never been so critical. The competition is run to Automotive Technician Accreditation
Standards (ATA).
The different assessments include damage alignment diagnosis, MIG welding to BSI Standards,
spot welding to BSI Standards 1mm, rectification of panel damage and panel removal, and replacement
procedures for both bolted and welded panels.
Entry Levels: Advanced
Entry Type: Individual competitors
Competition Type: Mixed
Who can enter?
The competition is intended for technicians with up to three years experience in training and/or working environment.
How many can enter?
There are no restrictions on the number of competitors that can enter from any one organisation.
Assessment criteria
- Damage correction
- Replacements
- Panel, plastic repair
- Electrical diagnosis
Competition structure
Stage one: enter online via www.skillauto.co.uk
Stage two: complete an online test containing body repair technology related questions.
Stage three: highest scoring competitors are invited to compete in a heat during
February/March 2009.
Stage four: highest scoring competitors from all heats are invited to the UK final.
Further information
For general information about competitions please contact:
WorldSkills UK contact centre 0800 612 0742 or email
worldskillsuk@ukskills.org.uk
Further opportunities
There is a City & Guilds qualification available for this competition.
There is the possibility of progressing to an
International WorldSkills competition.
Competition partners
The competition is organised by Bodyshop magazine, Thatcham and supported by SkillAuto; a subsidiary of The Institute of the Motor Industry.