Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (AUR30620)
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OCCUPATIONS
Automotive Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, Roadside assistance
DESCRIPTION
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.
Mode of Delivery
Face to face delivery
Duration
Duration of course is 70 weeks which includes 60 weeks
delivery and 10 weeks holiday.
BIT Delivery
Locations
Classrooms
380 Bourke St
Classroom
and workshop 95 – 97 Lorimer Street Docklands
BIT only delivers this course in Victoria. No interstate delivery is currently scheduled.
Packaging Rules
To be awarded this
qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 36 units of competency,
consisting of:
Total number
of units = 36
·
20 core
unit, plus
16 elective units
Pathways
Vocational pathway
After
completing AUR30620 - Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology learners
can enter in to AUR40216 - Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
Employment/Career
pathway
Graduates can either work as mechanics in various types
of workshops or with further training run a workshop or dealership where they
may manage and direct the sale and servicing of vehicles, control expenses and
maintain customer satisfaction.
Possible job titles
include:
Automotive Mechanic
No occupational licensing, certification or specific
legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of
publication. Though they may need to be licenced to carry out roadworthies and
some other activities.
Please refer to the following source for Pathway and employment
outcomes and Job Pathways Charts illustrating potential career pathways within
the automotive industry
Source: https://www.myskills.gov.au/courses/details?Code=AUR30620
Teaching and
Assessment methods
This qualification is an institution-based program with
face-to-face trainer-led theory classes, practical sessions involving small
groups, individual and team activities and computer-based activities and
projects. Trainers and learners will also have access to learning resources and
textbooks.
Intake dates
Please
contact BIT’s admissions or marketing department for information on our
upcoming intakes.
Note*
Information contained on the website is not sufficient for Enrollment purposes
however, this information should be read in conjunction with student handbook,
student prospectus and brochures.
CORE UNITS |
|
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AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
AURLTE102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines |
AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace |
AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace |
AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits |
AURETR123 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems |
AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump start vehicles |
AURETR129 | Diagnose and repair charging systems |
AURETR130 | Diagnose and repair starting systems |
AURETR131 | Diagnose and repair ignition 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 |
AURLTZ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems |
AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations |
AURTTA118 | Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies |
AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems |
AURTTC103 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems |
AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines |
AURTTF101 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems |
ELECTIVE UNITS |
|
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AURTTK101 | Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace |
AURAMA003 | Conduct information automotive sessions in an automotive workplace |
AURTTA017 | Carry out vehicle safety inspections |
AURETR144 | Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems |
AURTTZ002 | Diagnose and repair exhaust systems |
AURLTQ101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies |
AURLTQ102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts |
AURLTX101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions |
AURLTX103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems |
AURLTX102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle automatic transmissions |
AURLTJ102 | Remove, inspect, repair and fit light vehicle tyres and tubes |
AURTTJ012 | Remove, inspect and refit wheel hubs and associated brake components |
Entry Requirements
As
per training package there are no formal prerequisites required to enter the
AUR30620- Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
Although the training package specifies no entry requirement for this course International
Learners entering this course at Brighton Institute of Technology must meet the
following entry requirements:
Age requirements
All
international learners entering Brighton Institute of Technology must be over
18 years of age at the commencement of their course.
Pre-training Review
All international learners will undertake a pre-training review
which aims to identify their training needs through questions on previous
education or training, relevance of the courses to the learner and any relevant
experience they may have. An interview conducted by Brighton Institute
enrolment officer will cover these areas and also to identify any support needs
and possible RPL opportunities.
Through the pre-training review the learner will demonstrate
that they have the necessary skills to successfully complete the course.
Language, Literacy
and Numeracy test (LLN)
Candidates
undertaking this course must possess sound Numeracy skills since it requires
them to read vehicle manuals, do calculations, do job cards, and complete
repairs and costing estimates etc.
All
learners are required to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN)
test. They must have at least the ACSF level described later in this document
in the five core skills.
If
learners do not meet English and LLN requirements, learners will be asked to
take further Language, literacy and numeracy training e.g. English
Language Intensive Course for Overseas Learners (ELICOS) programs with
institute.
Academic requirements
To
enter this qualification, applicants should have successfully completed year 12
or secondary studies in the applicant's home country equivalent to the
Australian senior secondary school examination.
Computer literacy
requirements:
All
learners enrolling into BIT programs must have basic computer skills. BIT
courses may require learners to make reports, do graphs and analyse data.
Learners
who do not possess basic computing skills will be referred to a computer
training course.
Materials and
Equipment Required
Although BIT will provide access to computers with required
resources during classroom hours however to work on assignments and tasks for
self-study, all students are expected to have access to a laptop or computer
with the Windows 7 operating system or higher at their own cost. Students must
have an active email address for communication and be contactable by phone
(mobile or landline) and by mail (postal address). All learners are expected to
have access to MS office applications such as Microsoft Word and an email
platform. This will be at the applicant’s own cost.
i. Tools and equipment
Learners
must have their own safety boots and workshop uniform (workshop overalls) for
use during practical sessions in the automotive workshop prior to starting
their practical classes. BIT will provide workshop tools, and other PPE as
required.
Physical Requirements
Automotive technology is a physically demanding course
and occupation. Working as a mechanic means that you will be on your feet for
long hours and will have to lift heavy parts and equipment. Manual handling
injuries are the most common type of injury occurring in automotive workshops.
The injuries occur from handling heavy or awkward objects, heavy lifting, and
prolonged or sustained work in awkward postures. This course involves manual
handling e.g. heavy lifting; moving parts and tires, etc. So prospective
learners should be able to handle the physical work required for this course.
In line with its access and equity policy, BIT will identify any such barriers
presented by learners during the pre-training review before enrolment and will
identify and provide required support and reasonable adjustment where possible.
English Requirements
English language requirements for international learners:
International learners applying for this course either off-shore or on-shore will require:
i) Either a minimum IELTS (General) test score of 5.5 or equivalent for direct entry into a VET course, or IELTS score of 4.5 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 30 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course
ii) plus successful completion of Brighton Institute’s Language Literacy and Numeracy Test on completion of ELICOS program.
OR
iii) Evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States
OR
iv) Evidence that, within two years of their application date, they have successfully completed in Australia a foundation course or a senior secondary certificate of education or a substantial part of a Certificate IV or higher-level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Please note Brighton institute of technology will also accept equivalent test results from the following specified English language tests - TOEFL IBT, PTE Academic,
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) and TOEFL PBT.
TEST EVIDENCE TABLE:
English language test providers | Minimum test score | Minimum test score when combined with at least 10 weeks ELICOS | Minimum test score when combined with at least 20 weeks ELICOS |
| |
International English Language Testing System | 5.5 | 5 | 4.5 | ||
*Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) paper based | 527 | 500 | 450 | ||
TOEFL internet-based test | 46 | 35 | 32 | ||
Pearson Test of English Academic | 42 | 36 | 30 | ||
Any international English test must have been taken no more than two years before you apply for a course at BIT