Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Course Overview
Course Structure
Students must successfully complete a total of 36 units of competency to achieve the AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology qualification. This comprises 20 core units and 16 elective units. The course units are indicated in the table below:
Unit Code Name of Unit Core /Elective
AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace Core
AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice 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
AURLTD104 Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems Core
AURLTB103 Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking 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
AURAFA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace Elective
AURETR128 Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems Elective
AURETR143 Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems Elective
AURLTJ102 Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes Elective
AURTTZ102 Diagnose and repair exhaust systems Elective
AURACA101 Respond to customer needs and enquiries in
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Students must be of 18 years of age to apply |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 11 or higher Physical Requirements
Have physical attributes suitable for working in the automotive industry that encompasses manual handling of equipment including lifting and carrying heavy objects within scope of safe working practices (i.e. removing and fitting engine electrical components and parts)
English Proficiency |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | An IELTS level of 5.5 or equivalent for direct entry into a VET course
OR
IELTS band score of 5.0 (Academic or general version) then satisfactory completion of ELICOS or ESL up to 20 weeks at upper intermediate level to be taken before the main VET course. Results older than two years are not acceptable
OR
Evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States of America
OR
Evidence that within two years of their application date, they have successfully completed Certificate IV or higher-level qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework
OR
For level 1 countries students, they successfully complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Test administered by Innovative institute of Australia. |
Career Opportunities
Students completing AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology may enter workplace or continue current roles:
Light vehicle mechanical technician
Automotive Light Vehicle Electrical Repair Technician
Technicians and Trades Workers
Vehicle Repair Technician
Motor Mechanic (General)