Automotive



AUR30320

CRICOS Code: 105046B

Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who service, diagnose and repair electrical systems and components in vehicles in the automotive electrical service and repair industry.

Employment pathways:

Graduates may find employment in automotive Industry as a:

  • Light Vehicle Electrical Technician
  • Automotive Light Vehicle Electrical Repair Technician
  • Motor Mechanic (General)

*It is not, however, intended to indicate that an individual will gain immediate employment on completion of this qualification.

Pathways from the qualification:

Learners who successfully complete this qualification may progress into further studies such as: AUR40620 – Certificate IV in Automotive Electrical Technology.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

RTO’s admission requirements:

The AUR30320 – Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology allows direct entry into this qualification at the time of publication in training.gov.au. However, the RTO requires candidates to meet its admission requirements prior to enrolling into this qualification to ensure that they have the required skills and knowledge to successfully complete the qualification at this AQF level. This consists of:

Domestic Students

 

  • Minimum age of 18 years and above
  • Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 11 or higher.
  • Have physical attributes suitable for working in the automotive industry that encompasses manual handling of equipment including lifting and carrying heavy objects within scope of safe working practices (i.e. removing and fitting engine electrical components and parts)

Additionally, the learner is required to:

  • Complete the Pre-Training Review which aims to identify training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the courses to learner and relevant experience.
  • Complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test

If the learner has done the Pre‐Training Review and LLN assessment previously at Menzies Institute of Technology for a previous qualification in the same stream enrolment, then it is not required.

International Students

 

  • Minimum age of 18 years and above
  • Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 11 or higher
  • Have physical attributes suitable for working in the automotive industry that encompasses manual handling of equipment including lifting and carrying heavy objects within scope of safe working practices (i.e. removing and fitting engine electrical components and parts)
  • English Language Requirements (meet one of the requirements outlined below)

1.

IELTS (General or Academic) overallPTE AcademicTOEFL PBTOEFL IBTCAE Scale ELICOS (General English)
5.54650662162n/a
5.03847851154+ 15 weeks
4.53045040146+ 30 weeks

Note: Results older than two years are not acceptable (for offshore applicants)

OR

2. 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

3. 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 Certificate III or higher level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework.

OR

4. Applicants originating from students visa assessment levels 1 and 2 countries without the required IELTS or equivalent score must undertake the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test. For further information on student visa assessment levels visit Department of Home Affairs’ website at www.homeaffairs.gov.au.

Additionally, the learner is required to:

Onshore International Students

  • Complete the Pre-Training Review which aims to identify training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the courses to learner and relevant experience.

Offshore International Students

  • Complete the Pre-Training Review which aims to identify training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the courses to learner and relevant experience. This will be conducted either via video call (e.g. Skype) or phone call to the prospective learner.
    If the learner has done the Pre-Training Review and LLN assessment previously at Menzies Institute of Technology for a previous qualification in the same stream enrolment then it is not required.
Other Conditions
  •  Complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test prior to the commencement of the course.
  • Students required to invest approximately 8 hours a week of self directed learning to complete self-study and assessments during the training weeks and does not include the term breaks.

Course Duration:

Full time: over a period of 56 weeks

  • 56 weeks of delivery is inclusive of 9 weeks holiday breaks.
  •  Classroom sessions of 20 hours per week.
  • Training support hours include the assistance provided after the classroom session or on request by learners either via face-to-face or phone, skype or email to support learners to undertake the learning activities and other academic matters.
Unit CodeUnit TitleCore (C)  Elective (E)
AURASA102Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplaceC
AURTTK001Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplaceE
AURTTK102Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplaceE
AURAEA002Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplaceC
AURTTE104Inspect and service enginesC
AURTTC103Diagnose and repair cooling systemsE
AURTTF101Inspect and service petrol fuel systemsE
AURLTZ101Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systemsE
AURLTD105Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systemsE
AURLTD104Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systemsE
AURTTB101Inspect and service braking systemsE
AURLTB103Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systemsE
AURETR125Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehiclesC
AURETR130Diagnose and repair starting systemsC
AURETR129Diagnose and repair charging systemsC
AURTTA104Carry out servicing operationsE
AURETR135Apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine operationC
AURLTE102Diagnose and repair light vehicle enginesE
AURETR131Diagnose and repair ignition systemsC
AURETR123Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systemsC
AURETR124Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systemsC
AURTTA118Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategiesC
AURETR007Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systemsC
AURETK002Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplaceC
AURETR006Solder electrical wiring and circuitsC
AURETR010Repair wiring harnesses and loomsC
AURETR112Test and repair basic electrical circuitsC
AURETR009Install vehicle lighting and wiring systemsC
AURETR128Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systemsC
AURETR143Diagnose and repair electronic body management systemsC
AURETR132Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systemsC
AURETR027Install ancillary electronic systems and componentsC

Note: The packaging rules applied to this qualification have resulted in their being no requirements for prerequisite or corequisite units.

  • Questions and Answers
  • Case Studies
  • Project
  • Practical Demonstration
  • Report

Melbourne, Victoria.

Location

Level 4, 355 Spencer Street West Melbourne 3003 – Training sessions (Primary site)

87 Mark Street, North Melbourne – Automotive Practical Workshop (Secondary site)

This course will only be delivered and assessed in Victoria and not offered for interstate students.

Domestic Students

International Students

 $10,250

Offshore International: $13,500

Onshore International: $11,250

Please click here for more details on course fee

Monthly Intakes available, please check with Menzies for next available intake date

– Prospective learner previews information about course and the Institute. Information sources include but not limited to online, print, seminar/exhibition & marketing event.

– Prospective learner makes an enquiry to the Institute. Prospective learners may make the inquiry using online methods (website, Facebook, email), by phone or walk-in to the Institute.

– Discuss with Marketing and Admissions Staff about the training product.

Provide all information and documentation as required. The prospective learner is required to complete Pre-Training Review Form. Sit for the pre training interview to determine the suitability to the training product. Offshore students will participate to the interview via (video conferencing or teleconferencing)  

Prospective leaner completes the Student Application Form and sign Privacy Notice and Student Declaration – which is the formal application endorsement.

Click on Apply Now.

Once the applicant is accepted, the Letter Of Offer will be issued.

Sign and accept the Letter of Offer (LOO) which is the final stage for the applicant to understand and agree to all terms and conditions of the LOO. Then make payment as outlined in the LOO and arrange the initial payment required to confirm enrollment.

Receive Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) by the student and also provide information regarding orientation day.
*For Offshore International student only-
 Apply for Student Visa – Apply for Student Visa with the COE. For more information please visit https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au
 Book Flights and Arrange Accommodation -Book your flights to Melbourne and arrange accommodation for the duration of your study. If airport pickup is required, confirm arrangements with the Institute.
 Departure & Arrival -Ensure you have packed all necessary belongings. Ensure your airport pickup and accommodation arrangements are finalised. Bring copies of your enrolment, and accommodation arrangements.

The applicant will be sent an email to complete the mandatory Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test. (This step can be completed before or after the Orientation but must be done before the commencement of training)

Attend Orientation Session Compulsory session to receive all course and student orientation information, student registration, uniform sizing and student ID cards issuance.

Student to commence the training relevant to the selected course.

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