Certificate III In Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
AUR30620 Apprenticeship - ApprenticeshipGet qualified in light vehicle mechanics
If you work in the light vehicle mechanical technology industry and want to gain a formal qualification in the field, this course is for you.
This is an accredited apprenticeship course, which involves a competency-based assessment program that can be undertaken in the workplace, at Chisholm, or a combination of both. When you successfully complete this course, you’ll have the confidence to work on a broad range of light vehicle components and systems.
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Timetable
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
8:00am – 4:30pm
• Days per week: 4
• Hours per day: 7
• Expected hours of self-directed learning per week: 2.7
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Study units
Unit code Unit Description AURAFA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace 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 AURETR131 Diagnose and repair ignition systems AURETR132 Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems AURETR144 Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems AURETU103 Service air conditioning and HVAC systems AURETU104 Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components AURTTA104 Carry out servicing operations AURTTC103 Diagnose and repair cooling systems AURTTE104 Inspect and service engines AURTTF105 Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems AURTTB101 Inspect and service braking systems AURTTF101 Inspect and service petrol fuel systems AURETR143 Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems AURLTD104 Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems AURLTB103 Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems AURLTX101 Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions AURTTA118 Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies AURETR123 Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems AURACA101 Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace AURTTF102 Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems AURLTX103 Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch 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 AURLTQ101 Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace AURTTX103 Inspect and service automatic transmissions AURLTJ102 Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes AURLTX102 Diagnose and repair light vehicle automatic transmissions AURLTF102 Diagnose and repair light vehicle diesel fuel injection systems AURLTD106 Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations AURETR011 Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components AURETH011 Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles AURLTQ102 Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts AURETR010 Repair wiring harnesses and looms AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles AURTTJ011 Balance wheels and tyres AURTTK001 Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace -
Assessment methods
• Observation
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Admission requirements
• Apprentice or Trainee Must be currently employed and have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer.
Inherent requirements
• Minimum age requirement: 15
• Of school leaving age or have a transition from school form.
• Have parental agreement for students under 18 years of age.The simulated automotive workshop has all of the tools and equipment required to
Language, literacy and numeracy
complete the course, while in the workshop you may be required to:
• Be on your feet for periods of time
• Use hand tools and power tools
• Be exposed to noisy environments
• Be reasonably fit as some lifting may be required
• Have good eyesight and hearing as students will have to visually inspect vehicles and listen for unusual noisesYou are required to complete a language, literacy and numeracy skills test before course commencement. This will determine course suitability and if you may need additional support.
We use an approved online skills review tool to determine your language, literacy and numeracy skills within the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).
Below are the levels required for this course:• Language and literacy: 2
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Practical placement
There are no practical placement requirements for this course.
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Simulated work environment
Automotive workshop. The automotive workshop is considered a real work environment with
personal protective equipment (PPE) required at all times. PPE consists of long work pants,
long sleave work shirt and steel capped work boots, safety glasses will be required for some
practical tasks, (safety glasses provided).
Dress Code
Approved PPE/work wear is required when in the workshop, long hair must be tied up. Nails
must be kept short, no acrylic nails. Jewellery/Piercings – kept to a minimum. Personal
hygiene – showering and wearing of deodorant is expected. Student attire must not breach
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Course and career pathways
Nationally recognised training Certificate III In Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology Certificate IV in Automotive Management Possible job outcome - light vehicle mechanic
- service advisor
- foreman
- workshop controller
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Fees
Fees Tuition fees* (GST exempt)
Fee Type Fee Amount Select Concession $931 Government subsidised $4,490 Full fee paying $21,462 Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
Materials $465 And one of:
Student services – concession (annual) OR$135 Student services - no concession (annual) $270 Additional costs testing
There may be some additional costs required to successfully complete your course. This may be equipment, tools or text books.
Uniform/PPE Approx Cost $100 - $200
Details: PPE (personal protective equipment must be worn in the workshop area)*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 here 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
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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.
Please note: Students may be required to undertake an assessment of their literacy and numeracy as part of their application process.
Chisholm is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and provides Nationally Recognised Training (NRT). This means you can be assured that our training will provide you with a qualification that is recognised and respected across Australia.
Chisholm courses are subject to minimum and maximum group numbers. Courses may be cancelled or postponed if minimum numbers are not achieved by the start date of the course. Courses may close prior to the start date if the maximum numbers are reached. In that situation, eligible applicants will be offered a place in the next available intake.