Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology

(Course Code AUR30405 / CRICOS 069860G)

Course Aims
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to
be competent in arrange of areas within the automotive sector. Work
would be undertaken but not restricted to a workshop environment
where the retail, service and repair of light vehicle automotives would
be carried out.

The field includes any destination, local or regional area, Industrial
precinct, site, attraction or onboard form of transportation. The
qualification reflects the role of skilled operators who apply a broad
range of competencies in a varied work context, using some
discretion and judgment and relevant theoretical knowledge. They
may provide technical advice and support to a team

Course Content
Participants need to complete Thirty Six (36) units of competency,

3 Compulsory Units
27 Units from the Technical Inventory
6 Units from the Retail, Service and Repair or any endorsed
training package that meet the needs of the enterprise

NOTE: a maximum of 20 units of competence may be at level 2, and a
maximum of 2 units of competence may be at level 4

Course Structure
Unit Code Unit Name
Compulsory Core Units Cluster
AURC270103A Apply safe working practices
AURT271781A Implement and monitor environmental regulations in the automotive mechanical industry
AURT270278A Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment

Electives Vehicle servicing/main body cluster
AURT200108A Carry out servicing operations
AURT225667A Use and maintain measuring equipment
AURT201170A Inspect and service engines
AURT202170A Inspect and service cooling systems
AURT202166A Repair cooling systems
AURT303166B Repair petrol fuel systems

Auto Electrical Systems Cluster
AURE218676A Test, service and charge batteries
AURE319166A Repair charging systems
AURE319266A Repair starting systems
AURE218708A Carry out repairs to single electrical circuits
AURE320666A Repair ignition systems
AURE321171A Service and repair electronic spark ignition engine management systems

Transmissions & Drivelines Cluster
AURT206670A Inspect and service transmissions (manual)
AURT207170A Inspect and service transmissions (automatic)
AURT306170A Inspect, service and/or repair clutch assemblies and
associated operating system components
AURTL306666A Repair transmissions – manual (light vehicle)
AURTL312666A Repair final drive assemblies (light vehicle)
AURTL313166A Repair final drive -driveline (light vehicle)

Wheels & Tyres Cluster
AURT217606A Balance wheels and tyres
AURT217766A Remove, inspect, repair and fit tyres and tubes (light)
AURT217865A Remove and refit wheel hubs and associated brake
components
AURTL317108A Carry out wheel alignment operations (light vehicle)

Steering Suspension & Brakes Cluster
AURT216170A Inspect and service suspension systems
AURTL316166A Repair suspension systems (light vehicle)
AURT215170A Inspect and service steering systems
AURTL315166A Repair steering systems (light vehicle)
AURT210170A Inspect and service braking systems
AURT310166A Repair hydraulic braking systems

Engine Repair
AURTL301166A Repair engines and associated engine components
(light vehicle)
AURT305671A Inspect and repair engine forced induction systems
AURT304666A Repair and replace emission control systems

Diagnosis & Vehicle Roadworthy Cluster
AURT366108A Carry out diagnostic procedures
AURT365508A Carry out vehicle safety/roadworthy inspection

Job roles
Employees service and repair the mechanical parts of motor vehicles such
as engines, transmissions (clutch, gear box and differential) and suspension
systems. Tasks include discussing problems with drivers/users to detect
faults and carrying out their own diagnostic procedures. They will also repair
and service cooling systems, final drive assemblies, steering and braking
systems, electronic engines, body and drive management systems.
Possible job titles include;

Service technician
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Service advisor
Service Manager or Serviceperson
Parts counter person
Parts manager

Mode of Study
Face to Face

Assessment Methods

Written Work
Verbal Questioning
Observation
Classroom and practical participation
Work Samples
Roles plays, case studies and portfolios

Course Outcome and Pathway
In this course, a student will learn how to apply safe work practices and
develop skills in the areas of mechanics, light engines and much more.

This course is designed for students wishing to learn the skills to
become a light vehicle mechanic and may lead to employment in the
automotive industry.

Course Duration
1 year

2012 Intake
Term1: 13/02/2012 - 15/02/2012
Term2: 30/04/2012 - 01/07/2012
Term3: 16/07/2012 - 16/09/2012
Term4: 01/10/2012 - 02/12/2012

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