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AUR30620
CRICOS Code: 105382H

Certificate III In Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

92

Weeks

Course Duration

36

Units

of competency

TAS | NSW | VIC

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Certificate III In Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Course Brochure

Course Overview

AUR30620 – Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology reflects the role of individuals who perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of light vehicles in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.

Course Fees

$26,000*

Offshore Fee

$24,000*

Onshore Fee

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or Australian equivalent is mandatory.

Students must be 18 years old and above.

English requirement:
A minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent is required.For more information regarding the commonly acceptable types of English language proficiency evidence, along with the verification methods, please click here

Pre-requisites/Co-requisites

There are no prerequisites for this qualification.
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Course Format

Core Units
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Core Unit CodeCore Unit Title
AURAEA002Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURASA102Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURTTK102Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
AURTTA104Carry out servicing operations
AURETR112Test and repair basic electrical circuits
AURETR125Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
AURETR129Diagnose and repair charging systems
AURETR130Diagnose and repair starting systems
AURTTA118Carry out diagnostic procedures
AURETR131Diagnose and repair ignition systems
AURLTE102Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines
AURLTD104Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
AURLTD105Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
AURLTZ101Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems
AURETR123Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems
AURTTC103Diagnose and repair cooling systems
AURTTB101Inspect and service braking systems
AURLTB103Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems
AURTTE104Inspect and service engines
AURTTF101Inspect and service petrol fuel systems
Elective Unit CodeElective Unit Title
AURAFA103Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
AURTTA021Diagnose complex system faults
AURETR011Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components
AURETR124Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems
AURLTE001Remove and install light vehicle engine assemblies
AURTTR101Diagnose complex faults in engine management systems
AURLTX101Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions
AURLTX102Diagnose and repair light vehicle automatic transmissions
AURETR010Repair wiring harnesses and looms
AURLTD109Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems
*AURETR037Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle safety systems
AURAEA004Manage environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURLTE104Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle petrol engines
AURLTD106Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations
AURTTF102Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
AURACA101Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace
*AURETR037 is superseded by and equivalent to AURETR137 - Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle safety systems. Students will be provided teaching for AURETR137. After completion of AURETR137, the college will issue Statement of Attainment for AURETR137; then make CT to AURETR037 in qualification certificate or transcript of AUR40216 - Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis.
Description of licensing requirementsNo licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. This qualification will only fulfil the academic requirements, not a licensed trade qualification.

Note

Students MUST have the following IT equipment prior to enrolling with Reach Community College and will require a suitable study space for self-study, assessment activities, or to participate in online classes.

Hardware requirements:

  • Desktop or laptop with the following recommended System Requirements:
  • Specification of desktop or laptop is as below:
  • Processor: 2.5–2.9 GHz process
  • Memory: 8 GB
  • Display Card: 1 GB GPU
  • Disk Space: 100 GB
  • Microsoft® Windows® 8.1 or Windows 10 version 1809 or above
  • Apple® macOS® Monterey v12, or Apple® macOS® Big Sur v11, or Apple® macOS® Catalina v10.15
  • A webcam, e.g. built-in to a laptop or a USB webcam.
  • Audio input and output suitable for video conferencing or online classes.
  • A headset or earbuds with a microphone is recommended.
  • Photo/scan – a camera, e.g. on a mobile phone, can be required to scan and submit handwritten materials.

Software Requirements:

  • A web browser such as Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Google Chrome, or Safari.
  • Student is expected to access the web version of Microsoft Office 365 (i.e., Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Planner, To Do, and Project).
  • Students studying CAD will have access to the College’s Computer-aided design (CAD) system (if applicable to students qualification)

Internet Requirements:

  • A reliable, high-speed broadband internet connection with sufficient upload and download capacity. A Wi-Fi or mobile connection can be acceptable.
  • Students will have access to the college’s wireless connection whilst on campus.
  • Community internet and computer access:
  • In Australia, public libraries offer free access to computers and the internet, although students may require a membership card or be required to pay a small charge.
  • Students may need to book ahead if they wish to use library services.
  • Students will also have access to printing and photocopying services on a pay-per-page basis. Most libraries also provide wireless hotspots and recharging stations at no cost for students using their own devices.

Other Information:

  • The college encourages students to acquire the following skills and knowledge related to operating and maintaining an efficient study environment:
  • Know how to install, use, and keep their computer’s internet browser and other software up to date (e.g. installing security updates)
  • Be proficient in connecting their laptop and/or mobile device to wireless networks either at the college campus, your local library, or other locations
  • Ability to use a web camera and headset/microphone
  • Know how to use cloud storage (e.g. through Office 365 OneDrive)
  • Ability to use Microsoft Word and other related software packages.

Related Occupations

  • Automotive Light Vehicle Mechanical Repair Technician

Completion of an REACH qualification does not guarantee an employment outcome.

Qualification Issued

Once the units of competency required in the training package for this qualification have been successfully completed, the student will be issued with a Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (AUR30620) and an academic transcript of all completed units within 30 calendar days. Students who successfully complete individual units of competency within the qualification, but not the qualification in its entirety will be eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment. This document contains a record of all completed units and will be available to students by the end of their course.

Reach Community College does not guarantee:

  • a successful education assessment outcome for the student or intending student; or
  • completion of a Reach Community College qualification will lead to an employment outcome; or
  • a learner will successfully complete a training product on its scope of registration; or
  • a training product can be completed in a manner which does not meet the requirements of the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015.

 

Reach Community College does not:

  • claim to commit to secure for, or on the student or intending student’s behalf, a migration outcome from undertaking any course offered by the College

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Non-Tuition Fees

$200 (Handling Fee)
(No other charges or changes to Tuition Fees once paid)

VOCATIONAL PLACEMENT FEES

$500 – for each qualification in Individual Support, Disability Support and Community Services, unless otherwise stated. Before commencing placement, students will be required to obtain mandatory documents at their own expense. Students will be notified of their placement via email, including when to obtain these documents, prior to commencing vocational placement. Refund policy rules apply to Placement Fees. Please check our Refund Policy for more detailed information: reachcollege.edu.au/student-support/forms/

OSHC FEES
International students must have adequate health insurance while in Australia. It is a condition of your visa that you have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the full duration of your student visa. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is insurance to assist international students meet the costs of medical and hospital care while in Australia.