Program Overview

AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis

Qualification Overview

The AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis provides students with a comprehensive set of advanced light vehicle mechanical diagnostic skills in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.

Qualification

AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis.

Target Groups

Target groups for the AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis are international students who are:

• Seeking to pursue a career in automotive retail, service and repair industry
• Seeking to pursue a career as a Light Vehicle Master Technician or Mechanic
• Seeking to enter a new industry sector
• Seeking a pathway to higher level qualifications.

Course Duration

This qualification is delivered over 52 weeks, including 36 weeks of training and assessment and 16 weeks of holidays.

Delivery

This course is conducted with a blended learning model that includes face-to-face learning in classrooms and in automotive workshops, and also via interactive online learning.

Campuses

Trinity Institute (Australia) campuses:

• 43 Hunter Street, Parramatta NSW 2150
• Level 5, 770 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000

Automotive Workshop Address

• 62 Tattersall Road, Kings Park NSW

Career Outcomes

Students who complete this course may be able to seek employment in a range of automotive retail and services roles such as:

• Auto Mechanic
• Automotive Light Vehicle Master Technician
• Automotive Repair Technician
• Automotive Mechanical Technician
• Licensing requirements may apply

Education Pathways

After achieving AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis students may choose to undertake relevant higher level automotive qualifications.

Course Costs

Please contact Team Trinity for current course fees.

Payment Terms and Conditions

Payment terms and conditions are included in the International Student Handbook. Additionally a detailed payment plan and payment arrangements are provided in the letter of offer and written agreement which is provided to the student for their review and agreement prior to acceptance into the course.

Entry Requirements

Entry into this qualification is limited to students that have previously completed AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent.

International Student Requirements

International students must:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Meet the following education requirements:
  • Completed year 12 (or equivalent); or
  • A Certificate III qualification or equivalent or above
• Meet the following English requirements:
  • Have an IELTS academic score of 6.0 or equivalent (test must have been taken no more than 12 months ago).
  • NOTE: English language competence can also be demonstrated through evidence of any of the following:
    • Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
    • Successful completion of at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course or above in an Australian education institution; or
    • Successful completion of an Oxford English language placement test with an overall score of not less than Level B2 (Upper Intermediate).

Training and Assessment Arrangements

Training and assessment is scheduled for 20 hours attendance per week during terms. It is recommended that students spend an additional 5-6 hours per week on study, research, practice and assessment preparation.

Facilities and Equipment

The facilities and equipment that will be provided for this course are:

• Training rooms
• Fully functioning automotive workshops with light vehicles, tools and manufacturer specifications required for all units
• Personal protective and safety equipment such as eye protection, hearing protection and gloves as required for each unit.

Student Equipment Requirements

The equipment that students should have includes:

• A laptop that is installed with Microsoft Office or similar
• Text books
• Safety work boots
• Overalls
• And other personal protective equipment and tools as listed on resources list prior to enrolment.

Course Progress

Course Structure

The course structure is as follows:

• AURTTA021 – Diagnose complex system faults
• AURLTB104 – Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle braking systems
• AURAEA004 – Manage environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
• AURETR037 – Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle safety systems
• AURLTD109 – Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems
• AURLTE104 – Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle petrol engines
• AURLTE105 – Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle diesel engines
• AURLTX104 – Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle automatic transmission and driveline systems
• AURTTA125 – Diagnose complex faults in vehicle integrated stability control systems
• AURTTR101 – Diagnose complex faults in engine management systems