AUR30620 - Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
CRICOS Course Code: 103621C
What is the Qualification About?
With this trade-level Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, you will be able to jumpstart your career as a mechanic and begin working in the automotive industry more quickly than you ever thought possible.
Qualification Entry Requirements
New England College Entry Requirements
- Successful completion of AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
- Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age, or turning 18 years of age prior to commencement of their study.
- Students require a completed Year 10 or equivalent; or Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit,
- vocational experience, previous study, LLN level and personal competencies.
If a student’s first language is not English, they must satisfy one of the following English language proficiency requirements:
- Student’s must have English proficiency as guided by New England College English Proficiency Policy and Procedure.
- IELTS Test – overall score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no individual section score less than 5.5.
- Pre-entry Oxford English online test result of no less than B2.2 with a minimum score of 71.
NOTE: All applicants from AL3 countries must sit an IELTS test.
Course Duration
The duration of the course is 78 Weeks, comprising of:
- 66 Weeks of Teaching
- 12 Weeks of academic review/break*
*Academic break times are indicative and are subject to change.
Delivery And Assessment
- Classroom / face to face
- Workshop Sessions
- Simulated Learning Activities
Training and Assessment will be conducted through a combination of blended learning environments. Both knowledge and skill assessments are required to be completed with a competent outcome for each unit to achieve your Certificate.
Career Outcomes
This qualification level is intended to prepare new employees or recognises and develops existing workers performing mechanical work in the automotive light vehicle service and repair industry. Employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:
- Light Vehicle Mechanical Technician
Pathways
- AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
- AUR40820 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling
For other relevant qualifications or explore further study options in the management sector please refer to www.training.gov.au
Certificate Issuance
A Certificate is issued where all 36 units have been deemed competent. A Statement of Attainment is issued when only some units are deemed competent and the course is not completed in full.
Issuing of your Certificate and or Statement of Attainment occurs within 30 days of your last unit being deemed competent, however, this may be delayed in the event that you have not provided your Unique Student Identifier (USI) or you have any outstanding fees not finalised.
Qualification Rules & Units of Competency
36 Units in Total
20 core unit + 16 elective units
The following units of competency have been selected as being an appropriate combination and suitable for industry required outcomes.
| Units Code | Units Name | Core/ Elective |
|---|---|---|
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits | Core |
| AURETR123 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems | Core |
| AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | 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 |
| AURLTD104 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems | Core |
| AURLTD105 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems | Core |
| AURLTE102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines | Core |
| AURLTZ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems | Core |
| AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations | Core |
| AURTTA118 | Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies | Core |
| AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems | Core |
| AURTTC103 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems | Core |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines | Core |
| AURTTF101 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems | Core |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURETR124 | Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems | Elective |
| AURETR132 | Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems | Elective |
| AURTTA105 | Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives | Elective |
| AURTTA017 | Carry out vehicle safety inspections | Elective |
| AURTTF105 | Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems | Elective |
| AURTTK001 | Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace | Elective |
| AURTTQ001 | Inspect and service final drive assemblies | Elective |
| AURTTQ103 | Inspect and service drive shafts | Elective |
| AURTTX102 | Inspect and service manual transmissions | Elective |
| AURTTX103 | Inspect and service automatic transmissions | Elective |
| AURTTZ102 | Diagnose and repair exhaust systems | Elective |
| AURETR128 | Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems | Elective |
| AURLTX103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems | Elective |
| AURLTJ011 | Select light vehicle wheels and tyres | Elective |
| AURLTJ102 | Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes | Elective |
| AURLTJ113 | Remove, inspect, and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies | Elective |
Fees & Charges
Contact the campus for further information.
Upcoming Intakes
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