AUR30616 - Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Becoming a light vehicle mechanic requires not only a passion for cars but a desire to stay up to date with rapidly changing technology. CQUniversity not only provides the latest in training techniques but also enables apprentices to experience a broad array of vehicles and scenarios to ensure they can meet the demands of today and the future.
Employer Based (VET Providers Only), On-campus, RPL/RCC/Credit
This course is for apprentices only.
36 units
Job roles related include light vehicle mechanical technician.
This is a nationally recognised accredited course.
Standard Course Structure
Duration:This course is for apprentices only.
Core
| AURETR024 | Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace |
| AURASA002 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
| AURETR012 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits |
| AURETR023 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems |
| AURETR025 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles |
| AURETR029 | Diagnose and repair charging systems |
| AURETR030 | Diagnose and repair starting systems |
| AURETR031 | Diagnose and repair ignition systems |
| AURLTB003 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems |
| AURLTD004 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems |
| AURLTD005 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems |
| AURLTE002 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines |
| AURLTZ001 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems |
| AURTTA004 | Carry out servicing operations |
| AURTTA018 | Carry out diagnostic procedures |
| AURTTB001 | Inspect and service braking systems |
| AURTTC003 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems |
| AURTTE004 | Inspect and service engines |
| AURTTF001 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems |
| AURTTK002 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace |
Elective
| AURETU003 | Service air conditioning and HVAC systems |
| AURETU004 | Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC systems |
| AURETU005 | Retrofit and modify air conditioning and HVAC systems |
| AURTTX003 | Inspect and service automatic transmissions |
| AURETR009 | Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems |
| AURETR043 | Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems |
| AURLTD006 | Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations |
| AURLTE001 | Remove and install light vehicle engine assemblies |
| AURLTJ002 | Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes |
| AURLTQ001 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies |
| AURLTX001 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions |
| AURTTA005 | Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives |
| AURTTA017 | Carry out vehicle safety inspections |
| AURTTD002 | Inspect and service steering systems |
| AURTTD004 | Inspect and service suspension systems |
| AURTTF002 | Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems |
| AURTTF005 | Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems |
| AURTTK001 | Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace |
| AURTTZ002 | Diagnose and repair exhaust systems |
| AURTTJ011 | Balance Wheels and tyres |
| AURTTB013 | Machine brake drums and brake disc rotors |
| AURLTX013 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems |
| AURLTQ012 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts |
Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.
This course is for apprenticeship training only. Students must be employed as apprentices in a relevant industry.
| Fee for service | $18,828.00 (2021) |
| Fee for service per unit | $523.00 (2021) |
| Fee for service | $19,980.00 (2022) |
| Fee for service per unit | $555.00 (2022) |
Please refer to the VET student fees price lists, eligibility criteria applies for subsidised funding. If you are unsure please call us on 13 27 86.
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