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Automotive Technician Accreditation is a national voluntary scheme which tests the current competence of individuals working in the retail motor industry, who are commited to an ethical code of conduct.
Bodyshop Technicians: ATA assessment process
There are two competency levels Technician and Senior Technician in three disciplines.
Technicians must pass a series of tests of practical skill (listed below) and an online-knowledge test. Each element has an allotted time in which to complete the task.
Paint Technician
The five practical assessments at Technician level will measure competence in the following:
- Panel preparation
- Priming and flatting
- Sealing and masking
- Colour identification and mixing
- Application of finish coats in non-metallic C.O.B and metallic systems
Senior Paint Technician
The six practical assessments at Senior Technician level will measure competence in the following:
- Cosmetic repairs
- Repair and paint plastics, and using textured paints
- Application of C.O.B. metallic paint
- Local, fade out and blend techniques
- Rectifying paint run defects
- Colour identification and mixing to a set colour
Panel Technician
The five practical assessments at Technician level will measure competence in the following:
- MIG welding to BSI standards 1&2 mm
- Resistance spot welding to BSI standards 1 mm
- Rectification of panel damage using panel beating techniques
- Rectification of panel damage using cold filler
- Removal and replacement of bolted panels
Senior Panel Technician
The five practical assessments at Senior Technician level will measure competence in the following:
- Set up and measure a vehicle using a dedicated measuring system
- Realign a body structure using a body jig
- Remove and fit a new structural welded panel
- MIG brazing
- Rectification repair of a cosmetic aluminium panel
MET Technician
The six practical assessments at Technician level will measure competence in the following:
- Mechanical component removal and replacement
- Mechanical, electrical and trim component removal and replacement
- Cosmetic panel alignment
- Front wheel alignment check and adjust
- Remove and refit radiator, and test system
- Diagnose simple electrical fault
Senior MET Technician
The five practical assessments at Senior Technician level will measure competence in the following:
- Remove and refit SRS component
- Recover and recharge refrigerant from air conditioning system
- Remove and refit mechanical components
- Removal and replacement of direct glazing
- Diagnose electrical faults
Other ATA Assessment Disciplines
Use the links below to see similar information relating to other disciplines in which we offer ATA assessment:
Air Conditioning Technicians
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Autoglazing Technicians
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Light Vehicle Technicians
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MET Technicians
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Motorcycle Technicians
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Paint Technician
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Panel Technicians
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Roadside Assistance
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Vehicle Damage Assessors
