| Course Duration | Mode of Delivery | Workshop Location | Delivery Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course duration is calculated on 20 hours per week of face-to-face training for 66 weeks & 12 weeks of allocated term break. Total Course Duration: 78 weeks |
|
Unit 5, 200 Turner Street, Port Melbourne, VIC 3207 | Level 5, 310 King Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 |
Qualification Overview
This qualification 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.
Who can Enrol?
Target group for this program will be the international students over the age of 18 including mature aged clients who wish to further develop or formalise their skills in a variety of tasks relating to light vehicles in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.
Pathways
AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology is considered a trade course, upon successful completion of the course and nationally recognised qualification is issued.
Students are provided with advice on employment and further training options throughout the delivery of the program.
Recommended Pathways from the Qualification
Students completing the Certificate III qualification may choose to progress with further studies by undertaking one or more of the following qualifications:
- AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
Employment Pathways from the qualification
This qualification prepares student to perform mechanical work in the Automotive (light vehicle) Service and Repair Industry.
This course may lead to employment as:
- Light Vehicle Repair Technician.
Entry requirements
There are no formal prerequisites required to enter the Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology. However, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
English Language Requirement
Please refer to Admissions and Student Selection Policy
Academic Requirement
No prior academic requirements apply for this qualification; however, Glen Institute require successful completion of Australian Equivalent Year 12 qualification or higher.
Age Requirement
All applicants must be aged 18 years or over at the time of applying for admission to the course.
Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital (LLND)
Skills Requirement:
Applicants will be required to demonstrate their LLND capabilities and/or complete an LLND assessment prior to course enrolment, in accordance with Glen Institute’s Pre-Training Review and LLND Policy and Procedure.
Course Specific Requirement
Pre-Course Physical Examination
- Must hold a valid driver’s licence (probationary or full), or a valid overseas driver licence that is eligible to drive in Australia.
- The full set of Automotive uniforms, featuring the Glen Institute logo, are supplied by Glen Institute and must be purchased directly from the Institute. Measurements will be taken during Orientation.
- Due to the physical and practical nature of these courses, students must be physically able to perform assessment tasks in an automotive workshop and/or simulated environment. Therefore, students enrolling in these course(s) are required to undertake a Pre-Course Physical Examination during Orientation. This assessment assists trainers and Student Support Staff in identifying any physical requirements and in providing appropriate support to ensure safe and successful participation in the course.
Other
Applicants should have basic computer and MS Office skills (Word, Excel, and Power Point). Applicants should be in possession of their personal computer (the minimum configuration should be Intel Core i3 (sixth generation or newer) or equivalent. Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional x64, Memory: 4 GB RAM, Storage: 120 GB internal storage).
CORE UNITS
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace. |
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace. |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace |
| AURETR131 | Diagnose and repair ignition systems |
| AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits. |
| AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles. |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and Service Engines |
| AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems |
| AURLTB103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems. |
| AURTTA118 | Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies |
| AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations |
| AURTTF101 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems |
| AURLTD105 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems |
| AURLTZ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems. |
| AURLTD104 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems |
| AURETR123 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems |
| AURTTC103 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems |
| AURLTE102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines |
| AURETR129 | Diagnose and repair charging systems |
| AURETR130 | Diagnose and repair starting systems |
ELECTIVE UNITS
| AURTTK001 | Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace. |
| AURTTB015 | Assemble and fit braking system components. |
| AURACA101 | Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace. |
| AURTTJ111 | Balance wheels and tyres. |
| AURETD101 | Diagnose and repair electronic controlled steering systems. |
| AURTTC001 | Inspect and service cooling systems. |
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace. |
| AURETR120 | Diagnose and repair network electronic control systems. |
| AURLTJ202 | Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres |
| AURTTZ102 | Diagnose and repair exhaust systems. |
| AURETR128 | Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems. |
| AURTTD002 | Inspect and service steering systems. |
| AURETR011 | Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components. |
| AURETR122 | Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems. |
| AURTTX103 | Inspect and service automatic transmissions. |
| AURETR132 | Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems. |
Note: The elective units may change at college’s discretion, if necessary.


