AUR30620 / AUR40116 | CRICOS: 103618J / 102971M

Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology / Certificate IV in Automotive Management

Dual award | International students

Kick start your mechanical career with this trade-level qualification that will get you working in the automotive industry sooner.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Gold Coast

WAYS TO STUDY International

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 28 Jan 2025 Duration: 2 years View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

International

$30,200

Course overview

Kick start your mechanical career with this trade-level qualification that will get you working in the automotive industry sooner. According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for qualified mechanics grew strongly over the past five years with around 23,000 job openings expected over the next five years.

As well as developing the skills to manage a small automotive business, in this course you will discover how to service and repair the mechanical parts of motor vehicles including the engine, transmission (clutch, gear box and differential), and suspension systems (steering, brakes, wheels and tyres).

Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work as an automotive mechanic or light vehicle technician, or in management roles in an automotive retail, service and repair environments.

What can I do?

Light Vehicle Mechanic

Course outcome:

AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

AUR40116 Certificate IV in Automotive Management

Dual Award

Take advantage of our dual award offerings and get two qualifications instead of one. In most cases you will only need to complete a few additional units to upgrade your qualification. Save time, enhance your job prospects, and add value to your skill set.

Automotive Training Facilities

Our large-scale automotive training facilities are equipped with the latest technology for hands-on learning including new truck and car donations from Iveco, Mack, Kenworth, Komatsu, Toyota, Nissan, Chrysler and Holden.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete units as per the list below.

AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
To achieve this qualification you will need to complete 36 units:
Core Competencies: 20
Elective Competencies: 16
You will also be required to undertake 400 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

AUR40116 Certificate IV in Automotive Management
To achieve this qualification you will need to complete 10 units:
Core Competencies: 6
Elective Competencies: 4
You will also be required to undertake 120 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

Please note that some units listed below are recognised in both qualifications either as core or elective, you will only need to complete these units once to satisfy the requirements of this dual award.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

UNIT CODE
AURAEA002

Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURAEA002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to follow environmental and sustainability best practices, including complying with established workplace procedures and environmental regulations as well as following sustainability practices that may reduce the environmental impact of work practices and outputs. It applies to those working in the automotive industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURASA102

Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURASA102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and follow safety and emergency procedures in an automotive workplace.
UNIT NAME
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURETR112

Test and repair basic electrical circuits

UNIT CODE :
AURETR112

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect, test and repair basic electrical circuits in vehicle and machinery electrical systems.
UNIT NAME
Test and repair basic electrical circuits

UNIT CODE
AURETR123

Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETR123

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the spark ignition engine management systems of vehicles, vessels or machinery.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems

UNIT CODE
AURETR125

Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles

UNIT CODE :
AURETR125

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test, charge, replace, retest and secure a range of automotive batteries, including vehicle or machinery jump-starting procedures.
UNIT NAME
Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles

UNIT CODE
AURETR129

Diagnose and repair charging systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETR129

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair charging systems. The systems used vary based on the work context.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair charging systems

UNIT CODE
AURETR130

Diagnose and repair starting systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETR130

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair starting systems. The systems used vary based on the work context.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair starting systems

UNIT CODE
AURETR131

Diagnose and repair ignition systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETR131

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the ignition systems of vehicles, vessels or machinery.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair ignition systems

UNIT CODE
AURLTB103

Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems

UNIT CODE :
AURLTB103

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the hydraulic braking systems of light vehicles.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems

UNIT CODE
AURLTD104

Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems

UNIT CODE :
AURLTD104

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems

UNIT CODE
AURLTD105

Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems

UNIT CODE :
AURLTD105

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems

UNIT CODE
AURLTE102

Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines

UNIT CODE :
AURLTE102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the spark ignition engines and compression ignition engines of light vehicles.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines

UNIT CODE
AURLTZ101

Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems

UNIT CODE :
AURLTZ101

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the emission control systems of light vehicles.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems

UNIT CODE
AURTTA104

Carry out servicing operations

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA104

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out servicing operations.
UNIT NAME
Carry out servicing operations

UNIT CODE
AURTTA118

Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA118

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and carry out a diagnostic testing strategy on vehicles, vessels or machinery.
UNIT NAME
Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies

UNIT CODE
AURTTB101

Inspect and service braking systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTB101

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service braking systems according to manufacturer specifications.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service braking systems

UNIT CODE
AURTTC103

Diagnose and repair cooling systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTC103

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the cooling systems of vehicles. The systems used vary based on the work context.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair cooling systems

UNIT CODE
AURTTE104

Inspect and service engines

UNIT CODE :
AURTTE104

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service engines.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service engines

UNIT CODE
AURTTF101

Inspect and service petrol fuel systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTF101

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service vehicle petrol fuel systems.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service petrol fuel systems

UNIT CODE
AURTTK102

Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURTTK102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, use, maintain and store tools and equipment in an automotive workplace.
UNIT NAME
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

AUR40116 Certificate IV in Automotive Management

AUR40116 Certificate IV in Automotive Management

UNIT CODE
AURACA103

Build customer relations in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURACA103

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain a customer database, monitor existing customer service processes and operations, and identify opportunities to value add to customer experiences in an automotive workplace.
UNIT NAME
Build customer relations in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURAEA004

Manage environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURAEA004

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to plan and implement a management system to ensure the protection of the environment, and implement and manage sustainability best practice activities in an automotive workplace.
UNIT NAME
Manage environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURAMA004

Maintain business image in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURAMA004

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to monitor staff attire and grooming standards, maintain the physical appearance of the workplace, implement waste disposal processes, and promote business products and services.
UNIT NAME
Maintain business image in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURAMA005

Manage complex customer issues in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURAMA005

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to resolve complex customer issues and complaints. Complex customer issues include those caused by cost variations, warranty issues, policy matters, additional repair time and disputed work standards.
UNIT NAME
Manage complex customer issues in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
BSBSMB407

Manage a small team

UNIT CODE :
BSBSMB407

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, induct, train and develop staff members to enhance business operations within the parameters of all relevant legislative requirements.
UNIT NAME
Manage a small team

UNIT CODE
BSBWHS401

Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements

UNIT CODE :
BSBWHS401

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement and monitor an organisation's work health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures and programs in the relevant work area in order to meet legislative requirements.
UNIT NAME
Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

UNIT CODE
AURETK002

Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURETK002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select, use and maintain electrical test equipment used in an automotive workplace for the purpose of identifying, diagnosing and rectifying electrical and electronic faults in vehicles or machinery. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The electrical systems and components include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, motorcycles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURETR006

Solder electrical wiring and circuits

UNIT CODE :
AURETR006

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to solder electrical components, electrical circuits and system wiring. It involves preparing for the task, preparing components, circuits and wiring for soldering, carrying out soldering, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The electrical wiring and circuits include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Solder electrical wiring and circuits

UNIT CODE
AURETR122

Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETR122

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems

UNIT CODE
AURETR124

Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETR124

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the compression ignition engine management systems of vehicles, vessels or machinery.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems

UNIT CODE
AURLTQ101

Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies

UNIT CODE :
AURLTQ101

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the final drive assemblies of light vehicles.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies

UNIT CODE
AURTTA105

Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA105

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives in the automotive vehicle industry.
UNIT NAME
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

UNIT CODE
AURTTC001

Inspect and service cooling systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTC001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service air and liquid cooling systems. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the system, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system, reporting the inspection findings, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The cooling systems include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, marine vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycle or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service cooling systems

UNIT CODE
AURTTD002

Inspect and service steering systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTD002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service steering systems. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the system, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The steering systems include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, marine vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service steering systems

UNIT CODE
AURTTD004

Inspect and service suspension systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTD004

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service front and rear suspension systems. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the front and rear suspension system for wear, oil or air leaks and physical damage, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The suspension systems include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles, outdoor power equipment or trailers. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service suspension systems

UNIT CODE
AURTTF102

Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTF102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems

UNIT CODE
AURTTF105

Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTF105

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in engine forced-induction systems.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems

UNIT CODE
AURTTJ011

Balance wheels and tyres

UNIT CODE :
AURTTJ011

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to balance automotive wheels and tyres. It involves identifying and confirming work requirements; preparing for the work; inspecting, balancing and refitting wheel and tyre assemblies; and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working within the automotive light vehicle service and repair or light vehicle wheel alignment industry. The wheels and tyres include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or trailers.
UNIT NAME
Balance wheels and tyres

UNIT CODE
AURTTK001

Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURTTK001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select, use, maintain and store automotive measuring equipment. It involves selecting and maintaining measuring equipment, and using measuring equipment to determine length, width, angles, ovality, depth, out of square, clearances, run-out, pressure and temperature of automotive components and materials. It applies to those working in all sectors of the automotive industry. This unit does not apply to electrical measuring equipment that measures voltage, resistance or current flow. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURTTQ001

Inspect and service final drive assemblies

UNIT CODE :
AURTTQ001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service final drive assemblies. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the assembly, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the assembly, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The final drive assemblies include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service final drive assemblies

UNIT CODE
AURTTQ103

Inspect and service drive shafts

UNIT CODE :
AURTTQ103

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service vehicle drive shafts. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the drive shaft for damage or abnormal wear, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the drive shaft, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service drive shafts

UNIT CODE
AURTTX102

Inspect and service manual transmissions

UNIT CODE :
AURTTX102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service manual transmissions.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service manual transmissions

AUR40116 Certificate IV in Automotive Management

AUR40116 Certificate IV in Automotive Management

UNIT CODE
AURAAA002

Determine retail rates for automotive products and services

UNIT CODE :
AURAAA002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to calculate fixed and variable costs to determine retail labour rates and cost of products and services for sale in automotive service and repair workplaces.
UNIT NAME
Determine retail rates for automotive products and services

UNIT CODE
AURATA005

Estimate and quote automotive mechanical and electrical repairs

UNIT CODE :
AURATA005

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to prepare an estimate and quotation to repair the mechanical or electrical systems of vehicles or machinery.
UNIT NAME
Estimate and quote automotive mechanical and electrical repairs

UNIT CODE
AURASA102

Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURASA102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and follow safety and emergency procedures in an automotive workplace.
UNIT NAME
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURTTA118

Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA118

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and carry out a diagnostic testing strategy on vehicles, vessels or machinery.
UNIT NAME
Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

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As an international student at TAFE Queensland you will gain practical, hands-on experience in our purpose-built classrooms, laboratories and workshops with the same tools and equipment used in industry.

Studying with TAFE Queensland, an internationally recognised education provider, will give you the skills and knowledge to launch your career.

No matter where you are in your study journey, our team of international student support advisors can help you settle into life in Australia and provide support and assistance to help you throughout your studies.

As an international student you’ll study face-to-face in a classroom with other international and Australian students at one of our campus locations across Queensland, while enjoying the unique Australian landscape, culture, and lifestyle

You will be expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements. The number of hours of personal study required is dependent on your existing knowledge, skills and language needs.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

International students
The following selection criteria requirements apply only to International students:

English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent - For a list of all English Language tests accepted by TAFE Queensland International.
Academic Requirements: Completion of Year 10 (or equivalent). Non school-leavers must have relevant work experience or qualification that indicates likely success of course completion. For more information on the international education achievement levels equivalent to Year 10 and 12.

Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age and turning 18 during the first year of study with TAFE Queensland. International students who are under 18 years of age and are applying for a student visa are required by the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs to have adequate welfare arrangements in place.

Placement

International Students
You will be required to undertake 520 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting. TAFE Queensland will assist with arranging suitable placements if you are not already working in the industry and will provide you with all the information you need at the beginning of your studies to complete this component of your course.

Please note: completing vocational placement is compulsory, and you will be expected to manage family and work commitments in order to complete your shifts. You are responsible for ensuring you have met all the requirements to participate in vocational placement, and are required to make your own transport arrangements to and from your vocational placement approved setting.

Important information

International important information

The advertised cost and duration will be broken down as per the following:

Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology: duration - 18 months, cost - $23,400
Certificate IV in Automotive Management: duration - 6 months, cost - $6,800

This is a two-year dual qualification. There is no exit point after Certificate III.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

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International students can either apply directly through our TAFE Queensland International Application portal, or through one of our education agents. Our registered agents can assist you with your visa application and guide you through the enrolment process. If you are from this list of countries, you will need to apply through an agent.
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