


Certificate III In Mobile Plant Technology
AUR31220 Apprenticeship - ApprenticeshipGet qualified as a mobile plant technician
If you work in the heavy vehicle mobile plant 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 the Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology, you’ll have the confidence to work on a broad range of heavy mobile plant components and systems.
- Course code
- AUR31220
- Delivery location
- Dandenong
- International
- Not available for International students
- Length
- Part Time, 3 years.
- Start dates
- Ongoing
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Read more about this course
During the course, you'll learn about workplace safety and equipment and gain hands on experience servicing everything from batteries, transmissions, engine and drive assemblies to hydraulic, steering and braking systems.
INHERENT REQUIREMENTS
Entry requirements for literacy and numeracy range from levels two to three.
Candidates must be able to handle a moderate level of physical lifting and manual dexterity in the production of components when working with electronic equipment.
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 Mobile plant mechanic.
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.
Chisholm Institute is the largest provider 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 AURETR130 Diagnose and repair starting systems AURETR124 Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems AURETR131 Diagnose and repair ignition systems AURETR125 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles AURETR132 Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems AURETR129 Diagnose and repair charging systems AURHTE102 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines AURHTF102 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems AURTTA118 Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies AURKTR101 Diagnose and repair electronic over hydraulic control systems AURTTC103 Diagnose and repair cooling systems AURTTA104 Carry out servicing operations AURTTE104 Inspect and service engines AURTTA105 Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives AURTTF102 Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems AURTTF105 Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems AURTTX106 Diagnose and repair hydrostatic transmissions AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace AURTTX103 Inspect and service automatic transmissions AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace AURKTA111 Diagnose and repair mobile plant hydraulic systems AURKTA005 Inspect, service and repair track type drive and support systems AURKTB101 Diagnose and repair mobile plant braking systems AURTTL108 Diagnose and repair LPG fuel systems AURKTD102 Diagnose and repair mobile plant steering systems AURKTX101 Diagnose and repair powershift transmissions AURNTA001 Inspect, service and repair forklift mast assemblies AURKTQ101 Diagnose and repair mobile plant final drive assemblies AURTTA011 Install hydraulic systems to specified applications AURTTA006 Inspect and service hydraulic systems AURETH002 Service and maintain battery electric vehicles AURTTA012 Fabricate and install fluid power hose assemblies AURTTL007 Inspect and service LPG fuel systems -
Career pathways
Nationally recognised training Certificate III In Mobile Plant Technology Certificate IV in Automotive Management Possible job outcome - mobile plant technician
- service advisor
- foreman
- workshop controller
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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.
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Admission requirements
Apprentices must have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer, It is recommended school leaver students complete the pre-apprenticeship pathway (Certificate II) prior to enrolling, or complete a pre-training assessment for literacy and numeracy of BKSB assessment with an outcome of ACSF exit level 2, working level 3
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Fees
*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. 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.
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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
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.