Automotive Servicing is one of the most in-demand courses offered by TESDA. These courses are designed to equip individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge in automotive technology, maintenance, and repair.
Also read: TESDA Automotive Short Courses
TESDA offers various levels of Automotive Servicing courses – NC I, NC II, NC III, and NC IV. Each courses focuses on different areas of automotive servicing, providing learners with a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare them for the workforce.
What is Automotive Servicing?
Automotive Servicing is a technical-vocational course that focuses on the repair, maintenance, and servicing of different types of vehicles such as cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
Benefits
Here are some of the benefits that an individual can gain from taking TESDA Automotive Servicing courses:
- Gain Skills and Knowledge: These courses will provide individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform various tasks related to automotive servicing. This includes basic troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of different vehicle parts.
- Increase Employability: With the rise in demand for skilled workers in the automotive industry, completing a TESDA Automotive Servicing course can greatly increase an individual’s chances of finding employment.
- Variety of Career Opportunities: Graduates of these courses can work as automotive technicians, mechanics, or even start their own auto repair business. There are also opportunities for career advancement through further education and training.
- Hands-on Training: TESDA Automotive Servicing courses provide hands-on training, which allows individuals to apply the skills and knowledge they have learned in a real-life setting.
- Recognized Certification: Upon completion of a TESDA Automotive Servicing course, individuals will receive a National Certificate (NC) which is recognized not only in the Philippines but also internationally.
Automotive Servicing NC I
The Automotive Servicing NC I course includes skills needed to conduct pre-delivery inspections and regularly maintain automotive parts and components.
Units of Competency
The Units of Competency for this Qualification include:
BASIC COMPETENCIES
- Receive and respond to workplace communication
- Work with others
- Demonstrate work values
- Practice basic housekeeping procedures
COMMON COMPETENCIES
- Validate vehicle specification
- Move and position vehicle
- Utilize automotive tools
- Perform mensuration and calculation
- Utilize workshop facilities and equipment
- Prepare servicing parts and consumables
- Prepare vehicle for servicing and releasing
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Perform pre-delivery inspection
- Perform periodic maintenance of automotive engine
- Perform periodic maintenance of drive train
- Perform periodic maintenance of brake system
- Perform periodic maintenance of suspension system
- Perform periodic maintenance of steering system
Career Opportunities
A person with this Qualification is competent to be:
- Pre-delivery inspector / Check lister
- Periodic maintenance personnel/staff
- Periodic maintenance associate
- Junior technician
- Maintenance technician
- Auto Service personnel
Training Duration
- 28 Hours (Basic Competencies)
- 162 Hours (Common Competencies)
- 279 Hours (Core Competencies)
Total: 469 Hours
Qualifications
Trainees or students are expected to meet the following qualifications:
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing
- Ability to perform basic math
This list excludes specific institutional requirements like educational attainment or work experience, which may be needed by the school or training center offering the TVET program.
Automotive Servicing NC II
The Automotive Servicing NC II course trains individuals to inspect, clean, and repair mechanical and electrical parts of light and heavy vehicles, diesel or gas-powered, according to manufacturer’s specifications. It covers servicing engine components like cooling and lubrication systems, and performing maintenance and repairs on the power train and under chassis.
Units of Competency
The Units of Competency comprising this Qualification include the following:
BASIC COMPETENCIES
- Participate in Workplace Communication
- Work in Team Environment
- Practice Career Professionalism
- Practice Occupational Health and Safety Procedures
COMMON COMPETENCIES
- Apply appropriate sealant/adhesive
- Move and position vehicle
- Perform mensuration and calculation
- Read, interpret and apply specifications and manuals
- Use and apply lubricants/coolants
- Perform shop maintenance
- Perform job estimates
- Interpret/draw technical drawing
- Practice health, safety and environment procedures
- Inspect technical quality of work
- Maintain quality systems
- Provide work skill instructions
- Identify and select original automotive parts and products
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Service Automotive Battery
- Service Ignition System
- Test and Repair Wiring/Lighting System
- Service Starting System
- Service Charging System
- Service Engine Mechanical System
- Service Clutch System
- Service Differential and Front Axle
- Service Steering System
- Service Brake System
- Service Suspension System
- Perform Underchassis Preventive Maintenance
- Overhaul Manual Transmission
Career Opportunities
A person who has achieved this qualification is competent to be:
- Automotive Mechanic
- Automotive Service Technician
Training Duration
- 18 hours (Basic Competencies)
- 40 hours (Common Competencies)
- 618 hours (Core Competencies)
Total: 676 Hours
Qualifications
Trainees or students are expected to meet the following qualifications:
- Proficient in both oral and written communication
- Capable of performing basic mathematical computations.
This list excludes specific institutional requirements like educational attainment or work experience, which may be needed by the school or training center offering the TVET program.
Automotive Servicing NC III
The Automotive Servicing NC III Qualification equips individuals with skills to inspect, test, replace, and repair mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems in motor vehicles, including automatic transmissions, engine management, steering, and suspension systems. It also includes installing and servicing LPG kits and gas engines, as well as removing and replacing auto engines and related systems. Additionally, it covers testing and replacing components in security and engine management systems.
Units of Competency
The Units of Competency comprising this Qualification include the following:
BASIC COMPETENCIES
- Lead workplace communication
- Lead small teams
- Develop and practice negotiation skills
- Solve problems related to work activities
- Use mathematical concepts and techniques
- Use relevant technologies
COMMON COMPETENCIES
- Apply Appropriate Sealant/Adhesive
- Move and Position Vehicle
- Perform Mensuration and Calculation
- Read, Interpret and Apply Specifications and Manuals
- Use and Apply Lubricant/Coolant
- Perform Shop Maintenance
- Perform Job Estimate
- Interpret/Draw Technical Drawing
- Practice health, safety and environment procedures
- Inspect technical quality of work
- Maintain quality systems
- Provide work skill instructions
- Identify and select original automotive parts and products
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Test and Repair Electrical Security System/Components
- Service Electronic Engine Management
- Overhaul Engines and Associated Components
- Service Automatic Transmission
- Perform Maintenance Service Check-Up and Repair to Auto AC System
- Remove and Replace Automotive Engine and Engine-Related Systems
- Service and repair electronically controlled steering systems
- Service and repair electronically controlled suspension systems
- Repair Instruments and warning systems
- Carry out diagnostic procedures
ELECTIVE COMPETENCIES
- Install LPG Conversion Kit
- Test and Adjust LPG Calibration
- Service LPG System
Career Opportunities
A person who has achieved this qualification is competent to be:
- Automotive Senior Technician
- Automotive Aircon Technician
- Automotive Electrician
- Automotive LPG-Fuel (Retrofitting/Conversion) Technician
- Automotive LPG-Fuel (Re-powering) Technician
- Under Chassis Technician
Training Duration
- 20 Hours (Basic Competencies)
- 40 Hours (Common Competencies)
- 466 Hours (Core Competencies)
- 70 Hours (Elective Competencies)
Total: 596 Hours
Qualifications
Trainees or students should possess the following qualifications:
- Hold an Automotive Servicing NC II certificate.
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
Additional requirements for LPG Retrofitting/Conversion or LPG Repowering:
a. Hold an Automotive Servicing NC II certificate or an equivalent qualification
b. Have at least two (2) years of work experience in automotive servicing.
This list excludes specific institutional requirements like educational attainment or work experience, which may be needed by the school or training center offering the TVET program.
Automotive Servicing NC IV
The Automotive Servicing NC IV course includes skills needed to lead a team in servicing and repairing different types of motor vehicles. It prepares a master technician to handle electronically controlled components, emission control systems, and both diesel and gasoline engines.
Units of Competencies
The Units of Competency comprising this Qualification include the following:
BASIC COMPETENCIES
- Utilize specialized communication skills
- Develop teams and individuals
- Apply problem-solving techniques in the workplace
- Collect, analyze, and organize information
- Plan and organize work
- Promote environmental protection
COMMON COMPETENCIES
- Apply appropriate sealant/adhesive
- Move and position vehicle
- Perform mensuration and calculation
- Read, interpret, and apply specifications and manuals
- Use and apply lubricants/coolants
- Perform shop maintenance
- Perform job estimate
- Interpret/draw technical drawing
- Practice health, safety, and environment procedures
- Inspect technical quality of work
- Maintain quality systems
- Provide work skill instructions
- Identify and select original automotive parts and products
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Service Diesel Engine Management System
- Service Electronic Body Management System
- Service Diesel Fuel Injection System Components
- Service Electronic Drive Management System
- Service Emission Control System
- Service and repair electronically controlled anti-lock braking system
- Service and repair electronically operated traction control system
- Service and repair electronically operated stability control system
- Plan assessment activities and processes
- Manage facility and inventory requirements
- Estimate complex jobs
- Ensure a safe workplace
- Implement continuous improvement
- Manage people performance
- Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations in a workplace or business
Career Opportunities
A person who has achieved this qualification is competent to be:
- Supervisor, Automotive Service Shop
- Master Automotive Technician
- Service Analyst
Qualifications
Trainees or students should possess the following qualifications:
- Preferably holder of Automotive Servicing NC III
- Can communicate both orally and in writing
- Can perform basic mathematical computations
This list excludes specific institutional requirements like educational attainment or work experience, which may be needed by the school or training center offering the TVET program.
Sample of Certificate of Completion
Requirements
To enroll in Automotive Servicing courses, certain requirements must be met. These include:
- PSA Birth Certificate
- High School or College Diploma
- Certified True Copy of Official Transcript of Records or Form 137
- Certificate of Good Moral Character or GMRC
- 1 x 1 and/or 2 x 2 pictures
Please note that the specific requirements may vary depending on the school you are applying to. Therefore, we recommend reaching out to the school directly for accurate information regarding any potential variations in the necessary documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the course offerings under TESDA Automotive Servicing?
TESDA Automotive Servicing offers courses for various skill and knowledge levels, including:
- Automotive Servicing NC I
- Automotive Servicing NC II
- Automotive Servicing NC III
- Automotive Servicing NC IV
2. Is there any age limit for enrolling in TESDA courses?
A: No, there is no age limit for enrolling in TESDA courses. As long as you meet the necessary qualifications, you can enroll at any age.
3. Do I need prior experience in automotive servicing to enroll in NC III or NC IV courses?
A: Yes, prior experience is required for enrolling in NC III and NC IV courses. This may vary depending on the school or training center offering the course.
4. Can I work abroad after completing an Automotive Servicing course?
A: Yes, this qualification is recognized internationally, so you can work abroad as a skilled automotive technician.
5. Do I need to bring my own tools during training?
A: It depends on the school or training center’s policies. Some may provide tools for training, while others may require students to bring their own tools.
6. Are there any scholarship opportunities for TESDA courses?
A: Yes, there are scholarship opportunities available for qualified applicants who wish to enroll in TESDA courses. You can inquire at the nearest TESDA office for more information.
Summary
The Automotive Servicing courses equip individuals with the skills and knowledge to become competent automotive technicians. With a growing demand for skilled workers, this qualification opens up numerous career opportunities locally and internationally. Completing an Automotive Servicing course can advance your career and contribute to the automotive industry’s development. If you’re passionate about cars and want a rewarding career, consider enrolling in these courses.