AUR30620 Certificate III In Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
With 19.5 million registered motor vehicles in Australia and developments in fuels, hybrid and electric vehicles, it is an exciting time to become a qualified motor mechanic.
National Course Code: AUR30620 CRICOS Code: 109010D
AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
With 19.5 million registered motor vehicles in Australia and developments in fuels, hybrid and electric vehicles, it is an exciting time to become a qualified motor mechanic.
With 19.5 million registered motor vehicles in Australia and developments in fuels, hybrid and electric vehicles, it is an exciting time to become a qualified motor mechanic.
Get trade qualified or recognised for your industry experience with the Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology. This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of light vehicles in the automotive service and repair industry.
Age Requirements
Students must be of 18 years of age to apply
Academic Requirements
Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 11 or higher
Physical Requirements
Have physical attributes suitable for working in the automotive industry that encompasses manual handling of equipment including lifting and carrying heavy objects within scope of safe working practices (i.e. removing and fitting engine electrical components and parts)
English Proficiency
An IELTS level of 5.5 or equivalent for direct entry into a VET course
OR
IELTS band score of 5.0 (Academic or general version) then satisfactory completion of ELICOS or ESL up to 20 weeks at upper intermediate level to be taken before the main VET course. Results older than two years are not acceptable
OR
Evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States of America
OR
Evidence that within two years of their application date, they have successfully completed Certificate IV or higher-level qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework
OR
For level 1 countries students, they successfully complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Test administered by Innovative institute of Australia.
On completion of AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology , students may undertake qualifications at Certificate IV or above in AUR training package – for e.g. AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis.
Exit Pathway :
Students obtaining a competency for all units in this course will be awarded the full qualification AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, including certificate and Record of results. Students not obtaining a competent result for all units in this course or leaving the course in middle will receive a Statement of Attainment. Indicating the actual number of units, they achieve competency
Students completing AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology may enter workplace or continue current roles:
- Light vehicle mechanical technician
- Automotive Light Vehicle Electrical Repair Technician
- Technicians and Trades Workers
- Vehicle Repair Technician
- Motor Mechanic (General)
The AQF volume of learning of certificate level 3 is 1200 to 2400 hours or 1 year to 2 years.
The volume of learning allocated to a qualification should include all teaching, learning and assessment activities that are required to be undertaken by the typical student to achieve the learning outcomes.
These activities may include some or all of the following:
- guided learning (such as classes, lectures, tutorials, or selfpaced
- study guides),
- individual study,
- research, learning activities in the simulated workplace and
- assessment activities.
Categories | Academic Hours |
Face to face and simulated practical Learning | 690 Hrs |
Supervised Assessment Activities | 350 Hrs |
Self-paced/Home Study (homework, assignments, case studies, research) | 420 Hrs |
Total Amount of Learning | 1460 Hrs |
Students with prior learning and work experience can apply for RPL. Recognition of prior learning evidence must include some of the following:
- Work experience
- Life experience
- Previous study
- Professional development programs
Students who have completed corresponding units of competency and/or units contained within the packaging rules can apply for Credit Transfer.
If you wish to apply for RPL or Credit Transfer, please notify the Institute at the time of enrolment
Assessment methods used for this qualification will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes including:
- Written Questions and Answers
- Projects
- Role-play
- Simulations
- Observations
At the beginning of each unit, trainers will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed
The Main Campus Institute is very closely located to the heart of
the city of Dandenong and its magnificent retail, cultural, dining and
business districts.
- Main Campus: 1A Palmerston Grove Oakleigh Vic 3166
- Automotive Workshop : ONTTC 407 High St Lalor, Victoria 3075
Students must successfully complete a total of 36 units of competency to achieve the AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology qualification. This comprises 20 core units and 16 elective units. The course units are indicated in the table below:
Unit Code | Name of Unit | Core /Elective |
AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | Core |
AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | Core |
AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits | Core |
AURETR123 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems | Core |
AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | Core |
AURETR129 | Diagnose and repair charging systems | Core |
AURETR130 | Diagnose and repair starting systems | Core |
AURETR131 | Diagnose and repair ignition systems | Core |
AURLTD104 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems | Core |
AURLTB103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems | Core |
AURLTD105 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems | Core |
AURLTE102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines | Core |
AURLTZ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems | Core |
AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations | Core |
AURTTA118 | Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies | Core |
AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems | Core |
AURTTC103 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems | Core |
AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines | Core |
AURTTF101 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems | Core |
AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | Core |
AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace | Elective |
AURETR128 | Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems | Elective |
AURETR143 | Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems | Elective |
AURLTJ102 | Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes | Elective |
AURTTZ102 | Diagnose and repair exhaust systems | Elective |
AURACA101 | Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace | Elective |
AURETD101 | Diagnose and repair electronically controlled steering systems | Elective |
AURETR011 | Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components | Elective |
AURETR120 | Diagnose and repair network electronic control systems | Elective |
AURETR122 | Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems | Elective |
AURLTD106 | Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations | Elective |
AURTTA017 | Carry out vehicle safety inspections | Elective |
AURTTB015 | Assemble and fit braking system components | Elective |
AURTTC001 | Inspect and service cooling systems | Elective |
AURETR010 | Repair Wiring Harnesses and Looms | Elective |
AURTTD002 | Inspect and service steering systems | Elective |
Admission Fees (Non-refundable) : $250
Material Fees (Not restricted to books etc) : $1,250
Tuition Fees : $13,500
Total Course fees : $15,000
Unless otherwise specified, Total course fees include all the training and assessment as well as required resources and textbooks for students to achieve the qualification or course in which they are enrolling.
Note: Innovative Institute of Australia do not accept any advance fee above $1500 at any given time
AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Course information
Student
Domestic | International
CRICOS Course Code
109010D
Location
1A Palmerston Grove Oakleigh Vic 3166
Duration
The course comprises of 1460 Hours including holidays and term breaks.
Delivery Mode
All face-to-face classes would be conducted at the following address:
- Main Campus: 1A Palmerston Grove Oakleigh Vic 3166
- Automotive Workshop : ONTTC 407 High St Lalor, Victoria 3075