Certificate iii in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Study Method	Classroom
Course Duration	78 weeks
Intake	2023: 06 Feb, 13 Mar, 08 May, 05 Jun, 03 Jul, 04 Sep, 02 Oct, 06 Nov, 27 Nov
Recognition	Nationally Recognised Training

Course Overview

This AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology reflects the role of individuals who perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of light vehicles in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.

Entry Requirements

International Students

Minimum 18 years of age.

Academic Requirements:

Successful completion of Year 10, (High School Certificate (HSC) OR equivalent) OR a Certificate II OR equivalent OR be a mature age.

English Requirements:
It is essential that international students must exhibit a strong command of the English language. Undertaken one of the following English Language Tests and met the minimum score.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum score of 5.0.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet-Based Test must have scored 35 or higher.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) must have scored 36 or higher.
Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) ESOL test must have score 154 or higher.
Evidence that English is the medium of instruction at the student’s school and has been for the last two (2) years. The student has a satisfactory grade in the language.

Australian Permanent Residents

Minimum 18 years of age.
Successful completion of Year 10, (High School Certificate (HSC) OR equivalent) OR a Certificate II OR equivalent OR be a mature age.

English Requirement:

Students need to demonstrate that they have a proficiency in English and a basic understanding of Maths. For students who cannot supply documented proof on their academic and English language proficiency, they will be required to sit a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Test prior to a place being offered in the course.

Course Modules

Unit Code	Unit Title
AURASA102	Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURAEA002	Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURTTK102	Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
AURTTK001	Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
AURAFA103	Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
AURETR112	Test and repair basic electrical circuits
AURETR125	Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
AURTTA104	Carry out servicing operations
AURTTE104	Inspect and service engines
AURTTB101	Inspect and service braking systems
AURTTF101	Inspect and service petrol fuel systems
AURTTF102	Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
AURTTA105	Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
AURTTA118	Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
AURLTB103	Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems
AURLTD104	Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
AURLTD105	Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
AURLTJ102	Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes
AURLTJ113	Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies
AURTTJ011	Balance wheels and tyres
AURLTQ102	Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts
AURLTQ101	Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies
AURLTX101	Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions
AURLTX103	Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems
AURLTX102	Diagnose and repair light vehicle automatic transmissions
AURTTC103	Diagnose and repair cooling systems
AURLTE102	Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines
AURLTZ101	Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems
AURTTZ002	Diagnose and repair exhaust systems
AURETR129	Diagnose and repair charging systems
AURETR130	Diagnose and repair starting systems
AURETR131	Diagnose and repair ignition systems
AURETR123	Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems
AURETR028	Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems
AURETR143	Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems
AURETR032	Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems

Course Duration

78 weeks Three (3) Semesters = 26 weeks each Consisting of:
Six (6) Terms of Study = 10 weeks each, plus
A Three (3) week break at the end of each Term = 18 weeks

Career Opportunities

After successfully completing the AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology students, will be able to work in the following job roles:

Motor Mechanic (General)
Automotive Light Vehicle Mechanical Repair Technician

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