Program Overview

Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Overview

The Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology is a qualification that reflects the role of individuals who perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of heavy commercial vehicles in the automotive service and repair sector. This qualification is essential to become a heavy commercial vehicle technician.

Course Details

• Course Code: AUR31120
• Cricos Course Code: C
• Duration: 78 weeks, including 70 weeks of training and assessment, and 8 weeks of holidays
• Units: 36 units are required for the award of this qualification, consisting of:
  • Core units: 22 units
  • Elective units: 14 units

Core Units

The core units for this qualification include:

• AURAEA002: Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
• AURASA102: Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
• AURTTK102: Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
• AURETR112: Test and repair basic electrical circuits
• AURETR122: Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems
• AURETR124: Diagnose and repair compression 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
• AURHTB101: Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle air braking systems
• AURHTD102: Diagnose and repair heavy commercial vehicle steering systems
• AURHTD103: Diagnose and repair heavy commercial vehicle suspension systems
• AURHTE102: Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines
• AURHTQ103: Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle drive shafts
• AURHTZ101: Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle emission control systems
• AURTTA006: Inspect and service hydraulic systems
• AURTTA104: Carry out servicing operations
• AURTTA118: Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
• AURTTC103: Diagnose and repair cooling systems
• AURTTF102: Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
• AURTTF105: Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems
• AURTTQ001: Inspect and service final drive assemblies

Elective Units

The elective units for this qualification include:

• AURAFA103: Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
• AURTTD002: Inspect and service steering systems
• AURTTD004: Inspect and service suspension systems
• AURHTX101: Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle manual transmissions
• AURTTA105: Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
• AURTTX103: Inspect and service automatic transmissions
• AURTTE104: Inspect and service engines
• AURTTB101: Inspect and service braking systems
• AURHTF102: Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems
• AURETR144: Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems
• AURHTB002: Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle hydraulic and air over hydraulic braking systems
• AURHTQ102: Diagnose and repair heavy commercial vehicle final drive assemblies
• AURHTX104: Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle clutch systems
• AURTTA113: Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems

Entry Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability of the course and additional support needs
• Undertake the ACSF LLN assessment

English Language Proficiency Requirements

• Completed an English language test within two years of the application date
• Minimum test scores:
  • IELTS: 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT: 64
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 169
  • PTE Academic: 50
  • Occupational English Test: B for each test component

English Language Test Evidence Exemption

Exemptions apply to:

• Citizens and passport holders from the UK, USA, Canada, NZ, or the Republic of Ireland
• Foreign Affairs or Defence sponsored students, or Secondary Exchange students (AASES)
• Students enrolled in a principal course of study that is a registered school course, a standalone ELICOS, a course delivered in a language other than English, or a registered post-graduate research course
• Students who have completed at least 5 years of study in English in one or more of the following countries: Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland

Study Assessment and Pathway

• Units are assessed individually via a range of assessment methods: Written Assessment, Verbal Questioning, and Practical Demonstrations observed directly by the assessor
• Students can commence their course in any of the units and in any order, as these units do not have any pre-requisites

Student Support Services

Oceania College of Technology offers a range of Student Support Services, including assistance with textbooks and apprentice toolkits.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers (CT)

The RTO offers all students the opportunity to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Assessment Appeals

Students can make an appeal against any assessment decision by following the Complaints and Appeals Policy.

Course Price

Prices, promotional offers, and incentives are available upon request. Payment plans are available with weekly, monthly, term, or semester payment options.