This qualification 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. This course covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a broad range of mechanical work on light vehicles within the automotive service and repair sector.
- Applicants must be minimum 18 years of age at the time of commencement
- Successful completion of Australian Equivalent Year 12 qualification
- IELTS score of 5.5 or PTE score of 42 or Certificate III in EAL or its equivalent
- Applicants should have basic computer and MS Office skills (Word, Excel and Power Point)
- Have physical attributes suitable for working in the automotive industry that encompasses manual handling or equipment including lifting and carrying heavy objects within scope of safe working practices (i.e. removing and fitting engine electrical components and parts)
- Applicant is required to complete the Pre-Training Review which assist our trainers to better understand each student’s capabilities prior to training and enable all students to be matched to the right program for them.
- Applicants must complete the PAX LLN test. Applicants are expected to have an appropriate level of literacy and numeracy skills, which will be evaluated via a literacy and numeracy assessment during the application process.
Teaching is conducted in the classroom as well as in the Automotive Workshop when required to simulate real work environment. The delivery will include face to face teaching, lectures, discussions, research, learning activities, group work and supervised practical sessions.
Assessments comprise of written assignments and project works, case studies and practical demonstration.
Employment pathways
Graduates may find employment in automotive Industry as a:
- Light Vehicle Electrical Technician
- Automotive Light Vehicle Electrical Repair Technician
- Motor Mechanic (General)
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis or other relevant qualifications.
Possible Job Titles
Light vehicle technician
To attain the AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, 36 units must be completed:
- 20 core units
- 16 elective units
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1: Introductory and Service Group (TERM 1) | ||||
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | |||
| AURAMA003 | Conduct information sessions 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 | |||
| AURETR144 | Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems | |||
| AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations | |||
| AURTTA017 | Carry out vehicle safety inspections | |||
| Group 2: Engines Group (TERM2) | ||||
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines | |||
| AURVTA104 | Inspect damaged vehicle systems and recommend repairs | |||
| AURTTZ102 | Diagnose and repair exhaust systems | |||
| AURTTC103 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems | |||
| AURLTE102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines | |||
| Group 3: Clutch and Transmission Group (Term 3) | ||||
| AURLTQ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies | |||
| AURLTQ102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts | |||
| AURLTX101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions | |||
| AURLTX103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems | |||
| AURLTX102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle automatic transmissions | |||
| Group 4: Steering, Suspension and Brake Group (Term 4) | ||||
| 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 | |||
| AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems | |||
| AURLTJ102 | Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes | |||
| AURAQA002 | Inspect technical quality of work in an automotive workplace | |||
| AURTTJ012 | Remove, inspect and refit wheel hubs and associated brake components | |||
| Group 5: Electrical Group (TERM 5) | ||||
| AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits | |||
| AURETR123 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems | |||
| AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | |||
| AURETR129 | Diagnose and repair charging systems | |||
| AURETR130 | Diagnose and repair starting systems | |||
| AURETR131 | Diagnose and repair ignition systems | |||
| AURETR006 | Solder electrical wiring and circuits | |||
| Group 6: Diagnostic and Service Group (Term 6) | ||||
| AURLTZ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems | |||
| AURTTA118 | Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies | |||
| AURTTF101 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems | |||
| AURACA101 | Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace | |||
In addition to all the software, equipment and personal protective gear and uniforms (if applicable) you need for your course of study, you are required to have access to the following for the duration of your studies:
- PC or laptop
- Reliable internet connection
- Browser application (e.g. Google Chrome)
- Pair of headphones
- Access to Microsoft Office suite, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Access to Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player.
All students will have access to WIFI at PAX’s campus, however access to computers is limited and on a first-in- first-served basis.