Code and Name AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology CRICOS Course Code 106393H Status Current Student · Local · International Course Duration and Terms · 94 weeks (76 academic weeks + 18 weeks holiday) Terms Term 1 = 10 academic weeks Term 2 = 10 academic weeks Term 3 = 10 academic weeks Term 4 = 10 academic weeks Term 5 = 10 academic weeks Term 6 = 10 academic weeks Term 7 = 10 academic weeks Term 8 = 6 academic weeks Scheduled Contact Hours and Timetable 20 hours per week for 76 weeks. Class timetables may be from 7am to 10pm Monday to Sunday, subject to availability. Additionally, students are expected to spend at least 10 hours of individual study per week on research, learning activities and assessment activities utilising the facilities and resources available at YES College. Please note: Timetables are subject to change at the discretion of YES College. Delivery Mode · Face to Face · Online Entry Requirements Age Requirements For further information refer to the Equivalent Qualifications on the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA) website: https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/nesa/hsc/results-and-certificates/equivalent-certificates Pathways · AUR40116 Certificate IV in Automotive Management · Employment as an Automotive Light Vehicle Mechanical Repair Technician or General Motor Mechanic. Intake Dates For course intake dates, click here. Payment Options · Full-Fee
YES College has a requirement that all students must be over 18 years of age at the commencement of course.
Academic Requirements
For direct entry into this program, candidates must be able to demonstrate:
· Completion of Australian High School Year 10 or equivalent; or
· Completion of a vocational qualification from the AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package at AQF level 2 or other relevant qualification at AQF 2 level or higher; or
· Employment experience in a relevant position such as:
- Mechanic’s Assistant
- Automotive Electrical Trainee
- Electrical Component Installer
- Automotive Clerk
- Automotive Air Conditioning Serviceperson
English Language Requirements
International students (from countries where English is not the first language) are expected to have a minimum English Language standard and are required to have one of the following prior to enrolling in this qualification:
You should qualify in ANY ONE (1) of the following:
· At least 50% completion of any AQF Certificate III or higher qualification
· Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.5
· Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.0 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 10 weeks)
· Achieved an IELTS score of 4.5 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 20 weeks)
· Successfully completed at least 38 weeks of ELICOS study in Australia
· Successfully completed a Yes College English language test
This course is for people desiring to work as Automotive Light Vehicle Mechanical Repair Technicians and General Motor Mechanics. People in these positions perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of light vehicles in the automotive retail, service and repair industry. Students of this course will learn competencies related to brakes, clutches, customer service, diagnostics, engines, electrical, servicing, steering, suspension and transmissions.
This course has 36 units of competency, which includes 20 core units and 16 elective units. Learners must complete all 36 units to complete this course.
| Core Units of Competency | |
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace |
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
| AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits |
| AURETR123 | Diagnose and repair spark 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 |
| AURETR131 | Diagnose and repair ignition systems |
| AURLTD104 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems |
| AURLTB103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems |
| AURLTD105 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems |
| AURLTE102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines |
| AURLTZ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems |
| AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations |
| AURTTA118 | Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies |
| AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems |
| AURTTC103 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines |
| AURTTF101 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace |
| Elective Units of Competency | |
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| AURTTA017 | Carry out vehicle safety inspections |
| AURTTC001 | Inspect and service cooling systems |
| AURTTZ102 | Diagnose and repair exhaust systems |
| AURLTX101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions |
| AURLTX102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle automatic transmissions |
| AURLTX103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems |
| AURTTD002 | Inspect and service steering systems |
| AURLTD106 | Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations |
| AURTTB015 | Assemble and fit braking system components |
| AURLTJ102 | Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes |
| AURETR010 | Repair wiring harnesses and looms |
| AURETR011 | Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components |
| AURETR128 | Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems |
| AURETR143 | Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems |
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace |
| AURACA101 | Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace |
Learners that successfully complete this course will be issued with a Nationally Recognised Qualification:
- AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Academic Pathways
On completion of this course, graduates may undertake the AUR40116 Certificate IV in Automotive Management or other Certificate IV level qualification from the AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package.
Employment Pathways
Graduates may also seek employment as an Automotive Light Vehicle Mechanical Repair Technician or General Motor Mechanic.
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Employment Pathways
Graduates of this course can seek employment as an Automotive Light Vehicle Mechanical Repair Technician or General Motor Mechanic.
This course is Nationally Recognised in Australia and is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
