Diploma of Automotive Technology 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
: 
AUR50205 
CRICOS Code: 057116F 
Centre:
Automotive, Transport and Engineering
Location:
Elgar Campus
Study Area: Automotive; 
Study Area Sub Category:  
Career Card:
Motor Mechanic Technician 
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Units of Competency

Duration

2 years. Includes stage 1 - Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology - Light Vehicle Stage 2 and 3 - Certificate IV in Automotive Technology and the Diploma of Automotive Technology.

Intake dates

January and July

What does this course involve?

If you are an automotive technician, mechanic, team leader or workshop manager, and want to increase your skills and knowledge, this diploma course is for you.
You will learn how to improve your business, prepare technical reports and manage a small team.
On the technical side, you will learn how to analyse and evaluate light vehicle steering, suspension, engine and fuel system faults. You will gain skills in developing and applying mechanical systems modifications as well as analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in various systems.

Entrance requirements

  • Australian Year 10 or equivalent with a pass. Relevant senior employment experience in industry will be considered.
  • There is a practical workplace component to this course and you will be required to demonstrate that you are able to perform practical tasks competently in a workplace environment.
  • A list of prospective employers will be provided to assist you in finding work placement. However, it is your responsibility to contact these employers to secure the practical workplace component of this course.

English language proficiency

  • A minimum IELTS overall score of 5.5 (Academic).
  • A minimum TOEFL score of 530 for paper examination; 179 for computer based and 71 for Internet based.

Special admission requirements

Successful completion of Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology specialising in Light Vehicle and Certificate IV in Automotive Technology.

Cost

$AUD12,700 per year, plus amenities and materials fees.

What employment opportunities will I have?

Diploma graduates are in constant demand by local and multi-national corporations within the automotive industry. This course may provide you with employment opportunities in these roles automotive analyst, field service operative, team leader, workshop manager, service advisors, service managers or work with positions at a para-professional level.

What further study options will I have?

You may wish to undertake further study at a degree level or in related diplomas in automotive management, performance enhancement or motorsport.

Accreditation

This course is government accredited and has national recognition

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus

Course Structure

Diploma of Automotive Technology is the second and final stage to attaining the Diploma. For content of stage 1 please refer to information for Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology that specialises in Light Vehicle.

 
Units of Competency

Stage 2 Compulsory
AURT466208A
Carry Out Diagnosis Of Complex System Faults
80.00 hr

This unit covers the competence required to diagnose faults in systems integrating two or more automotive systems or incorporating three or more of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical or electronic media. The unit includes identification and confirmation of the work requirement, preparation for work, diagnosis and identification of the cause(s) of faults, establishment of the repair requirements and completion of work finalisation processes, including clean-up and documentation.

Environmental
AURT471782A
Plan And Manage Compliance With Environmental Regulations In The Mechanical Repair Industry
30.00 hr
This unit covers the competence to plan and implement a management system ensuring the protection of the environment in a mechanical repair business.
Technical Inventory
BSBCMN412A
Promote Innovation And Change
50.00 hr
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to promote the use and implementation of innovative work practices to effect change. This unit is related to BSBCMN312A Support innovation and change.
AURT304266A
Repair Lpg Fuel Systems
40.00 hr
This unit covers the competence required to carry out the repair of LPG fuel systems. The unit includes identification and confirmation of work requirement, preparation for work, repair of LPG fuel systems and completion of work finalisation processes, including clean-up and documentation.
AURT304270A
Service Lpg Fuel Systems
15.00 hr
This unit covers the competence required to carry out the servicing of LPG fuel systems. The unit includes identification and confirmation of work requirement, preparation for work, inspection, analysis of inspection results and servicing of LPG fuel systems and completion of work finalisation processes, including clean-up and documentation.
AURT404284A
Diagnose Lpg Fuel System Faults
25.00 hr
This unit covers the competence required to inspect, diagnose and analyse LPG fuel system faults. The unit includes identification and confirmation of the work requirement, preparation for work, inspection and analysis of LPG fuel system faults and completion of work finalisation processes, including clean-up and documentation.
AURT422645A
Overhaul Air Conditioning System Components
30.00 hr
This unit covers the competence required to overhaul air conditioning system components. The unit includes identification and confirmation of the work requirement, preparation for work, testing and analysis of systems, dismantling, reassembling and retesting of air conditioning system components and completion of work finalisation processes, including clean-up and documentation.
AURT570093A
Analyse And Evaluate Light Vehicle Steering And Suspension System Faults
60.00 hr
This unit covers the competence to analyse and evaluate light vehicle steering and suspension systems in order to initiate action to sustain, vary or enhance performance. It includes failure analysis covering the complex diagnosis of multisystem and intermittent faults as well as evaluation of performance achievements and variations. It also requires the candidate to identify, evaluate, select and document the most appropriate response to the stated objective of the analysis and evaluation process. The unit relates to an automotive technologist or subject matter specialist. It encompasses and builds on trade level competencies.
AURT575393A
Analyse And Evaluate Electrical And Electronic Faults In Transmission/Driveline Systems
60.00 hr
This unit covers the competence to analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in transmission/driveline systems in order to initiate action to sustain, vary or enhance performance. It includes failure analysis covering the complex diagnosis of multisystem and intermittent faults as well as evaluation of performance achievements and variations. It also requires the candidate to identify, evaluate, select and document the most appropriate response to the stated objective of the analysis and evaluation process. The unit relates to an automotive technologist or subject matter specialist. It encompasses and builds on trade level competencies.
AURT575493A
Analyse And Evaluate Electrical And Electronic Faults In Braking Systems
60.00 hr
This unit covers the competence to analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in braking systems in order to initiate action to sustain, vary or enhance performance. It includes failure analysis covering the complex diagnosis of multisystem and intermittent faults as well as evaluation of performance achievements and variations. It also requires the candidate to identify, evaluate, select and document the most appropriate response to the stated objective of the analysis and evaluation process. The unit relates to an automotive technologist or subject matter specialist. It encompasses and builds on trade level competencies.
AURT576193A
Analyse And Evaluate Electrical And Electronic Faults In Climate Control Systems
60.00 hr
This unit covers the competence to analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in climate control systems in order to initiate action to sustain, vary or enhance performance. It includes failure analysis covering the complex diagnosis of multisystem and intermittent faults as well as evaluation of performance achievements and variations. It also requires the candidate to identify, evaluate, select and document the most appropriate response to the stated objective of the analysis and evaluation process. The unit relates to an automotive technologist or subject matter specialist. It encompasses and builds on trade level competencies.
AURT576620A
Develop And Apply Electronic Systems Modifications
80.00 hr
This unit covers the competence to develop, apply and validate significant modifications to existing electronic systems in order to sustain, vary or enhance performance. This includes the preparation and application of specifications and processes complying with safety, legal and commercial obligations.
Stage 3 - Compulsory
AURT577620A
Develop And Document Specifications And Procedures
80.00 hr
This unit covers the competence to analyse requirements and to develop and document technical specifications and procedures providing concise and unambiguous direction and guidance for workplace activities.
Technical Inventory - Mechanical
AURT570293A
Analyse And Evaluate Light Vehicle Engine And Fuel System Faults
60.00 hr
This unit covers the competence to analyse and evaluate light vehicle engine and fuel systems in order to initiate action to sustain, vary or enhance performance. It includes failure analysis covering the complex diagnosis of multisystem and intermittent faults as well as evaluation of performance achievements and variations. It also requires the candidate to identify, evaluate, select and document the most appropriate response to the stated objective of the analysis and evaluation process. The unit relates to an automotive technologist or subject matter specialist. It encompasses and builds on trade level competencies.
Technical Inventory - Electrical
AURT575293A
Analyse And Evaluate Electrical And Electronic Faults In Engine Management Systems
60.00 hr
This unit covers the competence to analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in engine management systems in order to initiate action to sustain, vary or enhance performance. It includes failure analysis covering the complex diagnosis of multisystem and intermittent faults as well as evaluation of performance achievements and variations. It also requires the candidate to identify, evaluate, select and document the most appropriate response to the stated objective of the analysis and evaluation process. The unit relates to an automotive technologist or subject matter specialist. It encompasses and builds on trade level competencies.
Retail Service and Repair
BSBCMN412A
Promote Innovation And Change
50.00 hr
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to promote the use and implementation of innovative work practices to effect change. This unit is related to BSBCMN312A Support innovation and change.
AURT471782A
Plan And Manage Compliance With Environmental Regulations In The Mechanical Repair Industry
30.00 hr
This unit covers the competence to plan and implement a management system ensuring the protection of the environment in a mechanical repair business.
AURT574020A
Develop And Apply Mechanical Systems Modifications
60.00 hr
This unit covers the competence to develop, apply and validate significant modifications to existing mechanical systems in order to vary or enhance performance. This includes the preparation and application of specifications and processes complying with safety, legal and commercial obligations.
All fees shown are in Australian dollars and do not include living or accommodation expenses. All fees quoted are indicative fees and are correct at the time of publishing. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where demand for a course is not met the course may be cancelled at short notice. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.

Course Enquiries

Local Students
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International Students
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