Program Overview

Program Overview

The AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology is a nationally recognized course designed for apprenticeship training only. This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a broad range of tasks on various light vehicles in the automotive retail, service, and repair industry.

Career Opportunities

This course prepares new employees or recognizes and develops existing workers performing mechanical work in the automotive light vehicle service and repair industry. Job roles related to this qualification include Light Vehicle Mechanical Technician.

Structure and Availability

The course structure includes:

• Core units:
  • AURAEA002: Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
  • AURTTK102: Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
  • AURTTF101: Inspect and service petrol fuel systems
  • AURTTE104: Inspect and service engines
  • AURTTC103: Diagnose and repair cooling systems
  • AURTTB101: Inspect and service braking systems
  • AURTTA118: Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
  • AURTTA104: Carry out servicing operations
  • AURLTZ101: Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems
  • AURLTE102: Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines
  • AURLTD105: Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
  • AURLTB103: Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems
  • AURLTD104: Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
  • AURETR131: Diagnose and repair ignition systems
  • AURETR130: Diagnose and repair starting systems
  • AURETR129: Diagnose and repair charging systems
  • AURETR125: Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
  • AURETR123: Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems
  • AURETR112: Test and repair basic electrical circuits
  • AURASA102: Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
• Elective units:
  • AURLTQ102: Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts
  • AURETR009: Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems
  • AURETR115: Inspect, test and service batteries
  • AURETR128: Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems
  • AURTTQ103: Inspect and service drive shafts
  • AURATA001: Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes
  • AURVTW109: Carry out basic gas metal arc welding
  • AURVTW018: Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting
  • AURTTZ002: Diagnose and repair exhaust systems
  • AURTTX103: Inspect and service automatic transmissions
  • AURTTX102: Inspect and service manual transmissions
  • AURTTQ001: Inspect and service final drive assemblies
  • AURTTK001: Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
  • AURTTJ011: Balance Wheels and tyres
  • AURTTF105: Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems
  • AURTTF102: Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
  • AURTTD004: Inspect and service suspension systems
  • AURTTD002: Inspect and service steering systems
  • AURTTB013: Machine brake drums and brake disc rotors
  • AURTTA105: Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
  • AURTTA017: Carry out vehicle safety inspections
  • AURLTX103: Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems
  • AURLTX101: Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions
  • AURLTQ101: Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies
  • AURLTE001: Remove and install light vehicle engine assemblies
  • AURLTD106: Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations
  • AURETU104: Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components
  • AURETU103: Service air conditioning and HVAC systems
  • AURETR143: Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems
  • AURETR124: Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems
  • AURLTJ102: Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes
  • AURTTZ102: Diagnose and repair exhaust systems
  • AURTTC001: Inspect and service cooling systems
  • AURETR011: Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components
  • AURTTA006: Inspect and service hydraulic systems
  • AURTTA113: Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems
  • AURKTA005: Inspect, service and repair track type drive and support systems
  • AURKTA111: Diagnose and repair mobile plant hydraulic systems

Requirements

• This course is for apprenticeship training only.
• Students must be employed as apprentices in a relevant industry.
• Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher-level course.

Fees and Scholarships

• The total fee for the course is $22,572.
• Fee for service per unit is $627.
• RPL Fee for service per unit is $471.
• Scholarships are available to help students pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel, and more.

How to Apply

To apply for this course, follow these steps:

1. Check you meet the course requirements.
2. Get a Unique Student Identifier.
3. Find an employer that will help train and employ you through your apprenticeship or traineeship.
4. Choose an AASN provider.
5. Choose CQUniversity as your training provider.

Related Courses

• Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation (AUR20720)
• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology (AUR31120)
• Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (AUR31220)
• Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology (AUR30320)