Course Outline
This course is for people working in the automotive industry who want a career as an automotive light vehicle mechanic. Students will learn how to service, repair and diagnose faults in motor vehicles weighing up to 4.5 tonnes. Students will learn how to diagnose service and repair faults in light vehicle engines, transmissions, suspensions, steering, brakes and electrical systems and components.
| Course code | AUR30620 |
| Start date | Please refer to the course intake dates provided below |
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Entry Requirements
RTO Requirements
International Students
The entry requirements for International Students are:
Must be 18 years old or over
Must have completed year 12 or equivalent
Must have a minimum IELTS score of 6 or
Must have a minimum TOEFL score of 64 or
Must have a minimum PTE Academic score of 50 or
Must have a minimum Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) score of 169 or
Must have a minimum OET score of B for each component
Domestic Students
Training and assessments are conducted in English. Applicants must possess sound written and oral English skills. You will be required to complete a Pre-training and Language Literacy and Numeracy Assessment.
All assessment tasks are completed using a computer and internet, and it is recommended that students have these available before or at enrolment. Student must possess digital literacy skills to be successful.
For inquiries regarding additional requirements, international and domestic students are encouraged to reach out to us either by phone at 13 13 89 or +61 3 9450 0500, or by visiting contact page.
Training Package
There are no pre-requisite or any other training package entry requirements to enrol in this course.
Pathways
Pathways into the qualification
Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed AUR20520 Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology, AUR20720 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation or other relevant qualifications.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, AUR40820 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling or other relevant qualifications.
Employment or Occupational pathway
This course is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing mechanical technology service and repair tasks in the automotive industry. Occupational title for this position is Automotive Mechanic.
Assessment Methods
MITT utilises a range of assessment methods to assess student skills and competencies. These are as outlined below:
- Question and answer/written assessment tasks
- Practical demonstration and observation of skills in a simulated environment (as applicable)
Assessment will be either a Recognition of Prior Learning pathway or a Training and Assessment pathway. For a Training and Assessment pathway, participants are advised of the assessment requirements at the start of each training session. Students not achieving competency in any of the assessments will be required to undertake another assessment under the terms and conditions of MITT’s reassessment policy.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) / Credit Transfer
You can apply for recognition of prior learning, academic credit and work experience towards this qualification. During the course of your life you will develop a wide range of skills and knowledge. Through work, volunteer roles, family commitments and various tasks undertaken in everyday life, you are building up a bank of knowledge. The evidence of these skills and knowledge accumulated can be used to help you gain a qualification.
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Course Intake Dates
If the dates provided do not suit, please contact us at 13 13 89 or +61 3 9450 0500 via phone, or through our contact page, as we will accommodate dates to suit student’s needs.
Units of study
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 36 units,
consisting of 20 core and 16 elective units
(NB: Elective units may vary by state and are subject to change to meet client and industry requirements)
| Unit Code | Unit Name | |
| Core | ||
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | |
| AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | |
| AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits | |
| AURETR129 | Diagnose and repair charging systems | |
| AURETR130 | Diagnose and repair starting systems | |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines | |
| AURTTC103 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems | |
| AURLTE102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines | |
| AURTTF101 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems | |
| AURETR131 | Diagnose and repair ignition systems | |
| AURETR123 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems | |
| AURLTZ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems | |
| AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems | |
| AURLTB103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems | |
| AURLTD104 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems | |
| AURLTD105 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems | |
| AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations | |
| AURTTA118 | Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies | |
| Electives | ||
| AURTTK001 | Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace | |
| AURTTA105 | Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives | |
| AURTTZ102 | Diagnose and repair exhaust systems | |
| AURTTX102 | Inspect and service manual transmissions | |
| AURLTX103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems | |
| AURLTX101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions | |
| AURTTF102 | Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems | |
| AURTTF105 | Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems | |
| AURLTF102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle diesel fuel injection systems | |
| AURETR124 | Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems | |
| AURETR122 | Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems | |
| AURTTD002 | Inspect and service steering systems | |
| AURTTD004 | Inspect and service suspension systems | |
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace | |
| AURTTA009 | Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations | |
| AURTTA017 | Carry out vehicle safety inspections | |
** Please note: electives may vary by state and are subject to change to meet client and industry requirements.
