Diploma of Automotive Technology
Course Overview
Course Structure
Participants need to complete Twelve (12) units of competencies.
This qualification has:
Core units = 1 Unit
Elective units = 11 Units
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Total duration of the Qualification is 63 weeks excluding 15 weeks of term break or 960 Hours. The contact hours are 20 contact
hours per week
Code Title Core/Elective
AURTTA021 Develop and document specifications and procedures Core
AURAMA006 Contribute to planning and implementing business improvement in an automotive workplace Elective
AURAFA106 Conduct research and present technical reports Elective
MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
MSMENV672 Develop workplace policy and procedures for environmental sustainability Elective
AURTNA001 Estimate and quote automotive vehicle or machinery modifications
AURLTE003 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle engine and fuel systems Elective
AURLTQ003 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle transmission and driveline systems Elective
AURETB002 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in dynamic control management systems Elective
AURETE001 Develop and apply electrical system modifications Elective
AURETR033 Develop and apply network electronic control system modifications Elective
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Students must be of 18 years of age to apply |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Those undertaking the Diploma of Automotive Technology must have completed an automotive Certificate IV qualification in one of the following disciplines, or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency.
AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
AUR40816 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling |
| 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
The Diploma of Automotive Technology prepares new employees or recognises and develops existing workers who are performing advanced diagnosis and design tasks in the automotive industry. Job roles related to this qualification include:
Advanced diagnostic technician
Automotive system designer