Certificate III in Light Vehicle Technology
AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology is a nationally accredited course that 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 Overview:
The Certificate III in Light Vehicle Technology is designed for individuals who wish to pursue a career in the automotive industry as a light vehicle mechanic or technician. This nationally recognised qualification equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to perform a broad range of tasks on light vehicles in the automotive retail, service, and repair industry.
Through a combination of theoretical learning and practical, hands-on training, students will develop expertise in diagnosing and repairing mechanical parts including engines, transmission systems, steering and suspension, braking systems, and electrical components. The course also emphasises safety, effective communication, and workplace best practices to ensure graduates are job-ready and meet industry standards.
Key Learning Areas:
Inspecting and servicing engines, fuel systems, transmissions, and cooling systems
Diagnosing and repairing faults in light vehicle systems
Servicing brakes, steering, and suspension systems
Working with electrical and electronic systems
Using diagnostic tools and service information systems
Workplace safety and environmental practices
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Career Outcomes
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Automotive Service Technician
Motor Mechanic (General)
Entry Requirements
Be over the age of 18
good command of written and spoken English
Complete Pre-Enrollment Interview
Complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) assessment
Units of Competency
Core Units
AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
AURETR007 Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems
AURETR006 Solder electrical wiring and circuits
AURTTA104 Carry out servicing operations
AURTTA118 Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
AURTTF101 Inspect and service petrol fuel systems
AURTTE104 Inspect and service engines
AURLTE102 Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines
AURETR123 Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management 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
AURTTC103 Diagnose and repair cooling systems
AURETR125 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
AURETR028 Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems
AURETR143 Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems
AURETR132 Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems
AURETR010 Repair wiring harnesses and looms
Elective Units
AURACA101 Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace
AURAFA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
AURAFA002 Read and respond to automotive workplace information
AURETR009 Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems
AURTTA017 Carry out vehicle safety inspections
AURETR112 Test and repair basic electrical circuits
AURETR129 Diagnose and repair charging systems
AURETR130 Diagnose and repair starting systems
AURETR131 Diagnose and repair ignition systems
AURETR124 Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems
AURETR135 Apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine operation
AURTTB101 Inspect and service braking systems
AURLTB103 Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems
AURTTC001 Inspect and service cooling systems
AURETK002 Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace
AURETR027 Install ancillary electronic systems and components
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Invicta Technical College
RTO Code: 41495
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