Our Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology offers a comprehensive program designed to equip you with essential skills and knowledge for a career in automotive mechanics. Through hands-on experiences with cutting-edge tools and technology, you’ll gain practical insights into repairing and maintaining modern vehicles. This course also provides a pathway to industry recognition and potential licensing or certification as a light vehicle mechanic, opening doors to diverse opportunities in the automotive sector.
Embark on an exciting journey into the heart of automotive expertise with our Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology. This comprehensive program is tailored to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge required to thrive in the dynamic world of automotive mechanics. Dive into the world of light vehicle mechanics through immersive, hands-on experiences. Work with cutting-edge tools and technology to gain practical insights into the repair and maintenance of modern vehicles. This course serves as a pathway to industry recognition, with the potential to meet licensing or certification requirements for practicing as a light vehicle mechanic. Propel your career forward with a qualification that opens doors to diverse opportunities in the automotive sector.
Invicta Technical College has the following entry requirements:
For Domestic Students (Australian Students)
Students must:
• be at least 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.
• have completed Australian Year 10 or equivalent schooling; or hold a Certificate II or higher qualification; or demonstrate equivalent vocational experience in a mechanical, automotive or light‐vehicle repair context.
• participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course, confirm learner needs, and assess their ability to engage with digital learning technologies used throughout training and assessment.
• demonstrate physical capacity and manual dexterity to safely perform workshop-based activities, including use of tools, lifting and carrying components, manual handling of vehicle parts, and adherence to workplace health and safety standards.
For International Students (CRICOS)
Students must:
• be at least 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.
• have completed Australian Year 11 (or equivalent); or possess a recognised Certificate II qualification in a related trade area (automotive, mechanical or light vehicle repair).
• participate in a course entry interview to establish suitability for the course, confirm understanding of course expectations, learning style, and capacity to use digital technologies.
• applicants may require to undertake the Language, Literacy, Numeracy and digital (LLND) test to achieve a required ACSF level to meet College’s entry requirement.
• have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
o Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
o successful completion of an English Placement Test at IELTS level 6.0.
*Note: other English language tests such as PTE Academic or TOEFL iBT may be accepted where equivalence to IELTS 6.0 is demonstrated.
• demonstrate adequate physical ability and health to participate safely in mechanical workshop tasks, including lifting, manual handling, tool use, and working within automotive repair environments.
| Units of Competency | Core/Elective | |
|---|---|---|
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | Core |
| AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations | Core |
| AURTTA118 | Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies | Core |
| AURTTF101 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems | Core |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines | Core |
| AURLTE102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines | Core |
| AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits | Core |
| AURETR123 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems | Core |
| AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems | Core |
| AURETR129 | Diagnose and repair charging systems | Core |
| AURETR130 | Diagnose and repair starting systems | Core |
| AURETR131 | Diagnose and repair ignition systems | Core |
| AURLTB103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems | Core |
| AURTTC103 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems | Core |
| AURLTD104 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems | Core |
| AURLTD105 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems | Core |
| AURLTZ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems | Core |
| AURACA101 | Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace | Elective |
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace | Elective |
| AURETR011 | Install basic ancillary electronic systems and components | Elective |
| AURTTA017 | Carry out vehicle safety inspections | Elective |
| AURETR124 | Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems | Elective |
| AURTTC001 | Inspect and service cooling systems | Elective |
| AURETR128 | Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems | Elective |
| AURETR143 | Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems | Elective |
| AURETR132 | Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems | Elective |
| AURETR010 | Repair wiring harnesses and looms | Elective |
| AURETR135 | Apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine operation | Elective (Imported) |
| AURETR007 | Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems | Elective (Imported) |
| AURETR006 | Solder electrical wiring and circuits | Elective (Imported) |
| AURETR009 | Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems | Elective (Imported) |
>> Tuition Fee: AUD 16,000
>> Enrolment Fee: AUD 250
>> Resource and material Fee: $AUD 1250
>> Total cost: AUD 17500