Certificate III In Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Get your apprenticeship in heavy vehicle mechanics started here

Course code

AUR31120

Delivery location

Dandenong

International

Not available for International students

Length

Part Time, 3 years.

Start dates

Ongoing

• Read more about this course

  Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which involves a combination of practical study and theory that is assessed at the end of each unit of competency.
  
  This nationally recognised qualification may lead to employment in roles such as automotive motor mechanic and heavy commercial vehicle repair technician.
  
  The course can be completed part time over three years, in conjunction with on the job training.
  
  A training plan can be negotiated with employers to suit their requirements.
  
  INHERENT REQUIREMENTS
  
  Entry requirements for literacy and numeracy range from levels three to four.
  
  Chisholm Institute is one of the largest providers of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

• Study units

  Unit code	Unit Description
  AURASA102	Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
  AURETR112	Test and repair basic electrical circuits
  AURETR122	Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems
  AURETR124	Diagnose and repair compression 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
  AURETR144	Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems
  AURHTB101	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle air braking systems
  AURHTD102	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle steering systems
  AURHTD103	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle suspension systems
  AURHTE102	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines
  AURHTF102	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems
  AURHTQ102	Diagnose and repair heavy commercial vehicle final drive assemblies
  AURHTQ103	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle drive shafts
  AURHTX104	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle clutch systems
  AURHTZ101	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle emission control systems
  AURTTA104	Carry out servicing operations
  AURTTE104	Inspect and service engines
  AURHTX103	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle automatic transmissions
  AURTTF105	Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems
  AURTTA105	Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
  AURTTA113	Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems
  AURTTF102	Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
  AURTTA118	Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
  AURTTC103	Diagnose and repair cooling systems
  AURTTK102	Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
  AURETR143	Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems
  AURTTK001	Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
  AURTTA006	Inspect and service hydraulic systems
  AURETR006	Solder electrical wiring and circuits
  AURTTX103	Inspect and service automatic transmissions
  AURHTX101	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle manual transmissions
  AURTTQ001	Inspect and service final drive assemblies
  AURAEA002	Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
  AURHTB002	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle hydraulic and air over hydraulic braking systems
  AURTTB004	Inspect and service air braking systems
  AURTTQ103	Inspect and service drive shafts

• Course and career pathways

  Nationally recognised training	Certificate III In Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology	Certificate IV in Automotive Management
  Possible job outcome	heavy commercial vehicle mechanic	service advisor foreman workshop controller

• Skills recognition

  Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

  Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

  Find out about advanced standing for graduate certificate, graduate diploma and bachelor degree courses.

• Admission requirements

  Apprentices must have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer

• Fees

  Fees

  Tuition fees* (GST exempt)
  Concession	$1,024
  Government subsidised	$5,117
  Full fee paying	$23,562
  Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
  Materials	$1,120
  And one of: Student services – concession (annual) OR	$135
  Student services - no concession (annual)	$270

  *Student tuition fees are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. Check to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.
  **You are required to pay additional fees for materials and support services, not covered by your tuition fees. This may include things like learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing, and vary depending on the course you study. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment.

• Help with fees

  Apprentices

  Payment plans

  At Chisholm, you can spread your course costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

  Scholarships

  Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships.

  Government-subsidised training

  Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding. See eligiblity requirements for government-subsidised training.

  Other financial assistance available for apprentices

  As an apprentice you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with the costs of undertaking an apprenticeship. Read more about financial assistance for apprentices.

  Employers

  As an employer of an Australian Apprentice, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with hiring, training and retaining an apprentice. Find out more about your eligibility for financial assistance