Introduction
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.
This course is designed for international students who will be involved in classroom training in a full time capacity to gain the qualification. These students may come from different countries and cultural backgrounds and must hold a valid student visa.
Qualification Rules
Students need to complete 36 units of competency in total, following the guidelines as outlined in the AUR Training Package Qualifications Rules, which require:
- 20 core units plus
- 16 elective units
Please note: All the elective units have been selected by the college through an extensive consultative process with industry partners and they have been identified to provide knowledge and skills appropriate for the industry. The full list of units can be found in AUR Training Package and are made available for all AAIC training staff and students to review. The units offered by AAIC are listed as below:
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Core / Elective |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace |
Core |
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits | Core |
| AURETR123 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems | Core |
| AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | Core |
| AURETR129 | Diagnose and repair charging systems | Core |
| AURETR130 | Diagnose and repair starting systems | Core |
| AURETR131 | Diagnose and repair ignition systems | Core |
| AURLTB103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems | Core |
| AURLTD104 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems | Core |
| AURLTD105 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems | Core |
| AURLTE102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines | Core |
| AURLTZ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems | Core |
| AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations | Core |
| AURTTA118 | Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies | Core |
| AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems | Core |
| AURTTC103 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems | Core |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines | Core |
| AURTTF101 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems | Core |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace | Elective |
| AURETR128 | Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems | Elective |
| AURETR132 | Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems | Elective |
| AURETR143 | Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems | Elective |
| AURLTJ102 | Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes | Elective |
| AURLTJ113 | Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies | Elective |
| AURLTQ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies | Elective |
| AURLTQ102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts | Elective |
| AURLTX101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions | Elective |
| AURLTX102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle automatic transmissions | Elective |
| AURLTX103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems | Elective |
| AURTTA105 | Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives | Elective |
| AURTTF102 | Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems | Elective |
| AURTTJ011 | Balance wheels and tyres | Elective |
| AURTTK001 | Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace | Elective |
| AURTTZ102 | Diagnose and repair exhaust systems | Elective |
Duration
AAIC will deliver this qualification over a 52-week period. This will consist of scheduled 24 Student Contact Hours (SCH) per week for 47 weeks (1128 hours) allowing for 5 week breaks. This takes into account Public holiday periods such as Christmas & Easter, and School holiday breaks. Students will be required to undergo 192 hours of work placement as arranged by AAIC in order to gain the qualification.
Delivery Methods
This program is delivered through class room based face-to-face training, including simulated individual or group exercises in theory classes; practical sessions are delivered in the automotive workshop facilities and work placement is within industry. The trainer will provide any additional learning material where gaps are identified in either the student’s underpinning knowledge or the training resources.
Assessment Methods
Students will be advised of the assessment requirements at the beginning of each unit. Assessment will usually commence in the session following delivery or as advised by the trainer. As this is a competency based program, assessment continues throughout the program until the student either achieves competency in the assessment tasks or a further training need is identified and addressed.
The assessment process may include:
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- Written Assessment
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- Practical Task
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- Observation of performance
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- Project
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- Assignment
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- Work Placement /Third Party Report
Employment Pathway
Students are provided with advice on employment and training options throughout the delivery of the program. Job roles and titles may vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
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- Motor Mechanic (General)
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- Automotive Light Vehicle Mechanical Repair Technician
(AAIC does not guarantee an employment outcome, licence, or accreditation at the completion of this qualification).
Pathways for Further Studies
After achieving the AUR30620 Certificate III in in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, students may choose to undertake AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis or other relevant qualifications.
International Student’s Entry Requirements
Entry into this program requires International Students to fulfil requirements as listed below:
- Must be 18 years of age or over
- Completed year 12 (HSC or equivalent)
- Minimum 6.0 IELTS score or equivalent in PTE, TOEFL, OET and Cambridge English.
Location
Theory: AAIC Campus, Level 1, 135 Pirie Street, Adelaide SA 5000
Practical: 24 Dundee Avenue, Holden Hill SA 5088
Delivery Mode
Classroom based, Practical work at an Automotive Workshop and Work placement as arranged by AAIC
Cost
Tuition Fee $11000
One Time Application Fees $250 (Non-Refundable)
Text Books & Material Fees $750. Refer to details below.
Text book for Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology – AUR30620
1x Cap, 1x Long Sleeve Workshop Shirt, 1x Elastic Workshop Trouser
1x Safety Glasses / 1x pair Earplugs / 1x pair Hand Gloves
Safety Shoes Required and must be arranged by the student
Single Overseas Student Health Cover $ 550 per Annum Approximately
Family Overseas Student Health Cover $ 5000 per Annum Approximately
Intake Dates
Intake dates for Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology AUR30620
2024 session
| START DATE | END DATE |
| 15/1/2024 | 12/1/2025 |
| 12/2/2024 | 9/2/2025 |
| 26/2/2024 | 23/2/2025 |
| 4/3/2024 | 2/3/2025 |
| 18/3/2024 | 17/3/2025 |
| 1/4/2024 | 30/3/2025 |
| 29/4/2024 | 27/4/2025 |
| 13/5/2024 | 11/5/2025 |
| 27/5/2024 | 25/5/2025 |
| 10/6/2024 | 8/6/2025 |
| 24/6/2024 | 22/6/2025 |
| 8/7/2024 | 6/7/2025 |
| 5/8/2024 | 3/8/2025 |
| 19/8/2024 | 17/8/2025 |
| 2/9/2024 | 31/8/2025 |
| 16/9/2024 | 14/9/2025 |
| 21/10/2024 | 19/10/2025 |
| 4/11/2024 | 2/11/2025 |
| 18/11/2024 | 16/11/2025 |
| 2/12/2024 | 30/11/2025 |
| 16/12/2024 | 14/12/2025 |
Scheduled breaks
2023: 18/12/2023 to 31/12/2023;
2024: 29/4/2024 to 5/5/2024; 29/7/2024 to 4/8/2024; 14/10/2024 to 20/10/2024; 16/12/2024 to 29/12/2024
2025: 28/4/2025 to 4/5/2025; 28/7/2025 to 4/5/2025; 28/7/2024 to 3/8/2025; 13/10/2025 to 19/10/2025
*Official timetable included in the Offer Letter