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.
General Criteria:
▪ Be over the age of 18
▪ Demonstrate a good command of written and spoken English
Academic Criteria:
Have completed a Secondary School Certificate (SSC)/Australian Year 10/ Certificate II or above qualification/equivalent work experience.
English Language Criteria:
▪ To fulfill the English language requirement, students are required to provide verified evidence of IELTS Level 6.0 overall (or equivalent). The test result must be no longer than 2 years old, Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) Level 5.0.
▪ For students who will undertake ELICOS package, check the table below.
▪ If you have completed any AQF qualification at the same level or higher in any discipline area delivered and assessed in English only, will be deemed as meeting the English language entry requirements.
▪ To assess suitability to undertake the course, you must complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) assessment—a diagnostic process to identify whether prospective students require LLN support.
Units of Competency | Core/Elective |
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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 |
AURETR007 Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems | Core |
AURETR006 Solder electrical wiring and circuits | 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 |
AURETR123 Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management 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 |
AURTTC103 Diagnose and repair cooling systems | Core |
AURETR125 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | Core |
AURETR028 Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems | Core |
AURETR143 Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems | Core |
AURETR132 Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems | Core |
AURETR010 Repair wiring harnesses and looms | Core |
AURACA101 Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace | Elective |
AURAFA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace | Elective |
AURAFA002 Read and respond to automotive workplace information | Elective |
AURETR009 Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems | Elective |
AURTTA017 Carry out vehicle safety inspections | Elective |
AURETR112 Test and repair basic electrical circuits | Elective |
AURETR129 Diagnose and repair charging systems | Elective |
AURETR130 Diagnose and repair starting systems | Elective |
AURETR131 Diagnose and repair ignition systems | Elective |
AURETR124 Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems | Elective |
AURETR135 Apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine operation | Elective |
AURTTB101 Inspect and service braking systems | Elective |
AURLTB103 Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems | Elective |
AURTTC001 Inspect and service cooling systems | Elective |
AURETK002 Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace | Elective |
AURETR027 Install ancillary electronic systems and components | Elective |
Qualification packaging rules rationale:20 core units.16 elective units. |
AUR50116 Diploma Of Automotive Management
>> Tuition Fee: AUD 16,500
>> Enrolment Fee: AUD 250
>> Resource and material Fee: $AUD 750
>> Total cost: AUD 17500