On completion of this course, you will be able to service and repair the mechanical parts of motor vehicles such as the engine, transmission and suspension systems. Repair and service cooling systems, fuel systems, air conditioning and emission control systems, braking systems, final drive assemblies and steering systems. You will also acquire skills in repairing ignition, electronic engine management and electrical systems.
This qualification prepares you for the automotive service and repairs industry, working specifically with light vehicles, as an automotive light vehicle mechanical repair technician.
Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, AUR40816 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling or other relevant qualifications.
Students must be at least 18 years old when they commence studies. This course incorporates practical instruction in a training workshop. Work-based training in industry is not included. Students are recommended to purchase steel-capped boots to wear in class.
| Duration | 52 Weeks |
| English Proficiency | IELTS 5.5 or equivalent test score, or successful completion of Upper Intermediate ELICOS at Sunraysia Institute of TAFE |
| Fees per Semester (AUD) | $7,500 |
| Total Fees (AUD) | $15,000 |
| Course Start Dates | February, April, July, October |
| Academic Requirements | Successful completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 11 high school studies |
* Duration of a course includes periods for orientation and enrolment, teaching, assessment, structured learning support, study breaks and public holidays.
* Fees are subject to change.
| Code | Unit Name | Hours |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | 25 |
| AURASA002 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | 20 |
| AURETR012 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits | 40 |
| AURETR023 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems | 60 |
| AURETR025 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | 15 |
| AURETR029 | Diagnose and repair charging systems | 30 |
| AURETR030 | Diagnose and repair starting systems | 30 |
| AURETR031 | Diagnose and repair ignition systems | 30 |
| AURLTB003 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems | 40 |
| AURLTD004 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems | 30 |
| AURLTD005 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems | 30 |
| AURLTE002 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines | 60 |
| AURLTZ001 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems | 20 |
| AURTTA004 | Carry out servicing operations | 20 |
| AURTTA018 | Carry out diagnostic procedures | 20 |
| AURTTB001 | Inspect and service braking systems | 20 |
| AURTTC003 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems | 20 |
| AURTTE004 | Inspect and service engines | 20 |
| AURTTF001 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems | 25 |
| AURTTK002 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | 20 |
| Code | Unit Name | Hours |
| AURAFA003 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace | 20 |
| AURETR009 | Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems | 40 |
| AURETR022 | Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems | 70 |
| AURETR043 | Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems | 40 |
| AURETR044 | Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems | 50 |
| AURETU001 | Install air conditioning systems | 30 |
| AURETU003 | Service air conditioning and HVAC systems | 25 |
| AURETU004 | Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC systems | 35 |
| AURETU005 | Retrofit and modify air conditioning and HVAC systems | 30 |
| AURLTD006 | Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations | 40 |
| AURLTE001 | Remove and install light vehicle engine assemblies | 30 |
| AURLTJ002 | Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes | 40 |
| AURLTJ011 | Select light vehicle wheels and tyres | 30 |
| AURLTQ001 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies | 20 |
| AURLTQ002 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts | 20 |
| AURLTQ012 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts | 20 |
| AURLTX001 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions | 40 |
| AURLTX002 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle automatic transmissions | 50 |
| AURLTX013 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems | 30 |
| AURNTA001 | Inspect, service and repair forklift mast assemblies | 10 |
| AURTTA005 | Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives | 10 |
| AURTTA006 | Inspect and service hydraulic systems | 20 |
| AURTTA017 | Carry out vehicle safety inspections | 10 |
| AURTTC001 | Inspect and service cooling systems | 10 |
| AURTTD002 | Inspect and service steering systems | 10 |
| AURTTD004 | Inspect and service suspension systems | 10 |
| AURTTF002 | Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems | 20 |
| AURTTF005 | Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems | 15 |
| AURTTJ011 | Balance wheels and tyres | 10 |
| AURTTK001 | Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace | 15 |
| AURTTQ001 | Inspect and service final drive assemblies | 5 |
| AURTTW001 | Carry out soft soldering techniques | 20 |
| AURTTX002 | Inspect and service manual transmissions | 10 |
| AURTTX003 | Inspect and service automatic transmissions | 10 |
| AURVTW001 | Carry out manual metal arc welding on components | 30 |
| AURVTW002 | Carry out oxyacetylene brazing of components | 30 |
| AURVTW009 | Carry out basic gas metal arc welding | 20 |
| AURVTW018 | Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting | 30 |
| MEM05049B | Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding | 20 |
| TLILIC0003 | Licence to operate a forklift truck | 40 |
