Course Summary
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a limited range of tasks relating to identifying and inspecting mechanical and electrical components and systems of light vehicles, heavy vehicles, outdoor power equipment, bicycles, marine craft and motorcycles. This qualification also covers the skills and knowledge required to perform minor maintenance and repair of an automotive vehicle body. The range of technical skills and knowledge is limited.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication (Release 1 12 November 2020).
Requirements - To Be Eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Entry RequirementsCompletion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.
There are no other entry requirements.
It is highly recommended that students have attained a Sound Achievement (SA) result in year 10 numeracy and literacy subjects or equivalent prior to enrolling in this course.
Course Details
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| AQF Level | Level 2: Certificate II |
Admission Codes
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Not Applicable |
Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations
This course is a mechanical pathway that provides an introduction to the Automotive fields of heavy vehicles (diesel fitting), light vehicles and auto-electrical. Possible career outcomes could lead to a trades assistant, vehicle service assistant, automotive service assistant, trainee service person, automotive trainee.
- Complete 7 core units
- Complete 5 elective units
Study Mode Definitions
- Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
- On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
- Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.
1 year part-time, approximately 36 weeks
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- RPL/RCC/Credit
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Core Please enrol in all units at once. |
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| AURLTA101 | Identify automotive mechanical systems and components | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR103 | Identify automotive electrical systems and components | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURAFA104 | Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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Elective Please enrol in all units at once. |
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| AURTTA127 | Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTA105 | Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR115 | Inspect, test and service batteries | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTC001 | Inspect and service cooling systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
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| AURLTA101 | Identify automotive mechanical systems and components |
| AURETR103 | Identify automotive electrical systems and components |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace |
| AURAFA104 | Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace |
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace |
| AURTTA127 | Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations |
| AURTTA105 | Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines |
| AURETR115 | Inspect, test and service batteries |
| AURTTC001 | Inspect and service cooling systems |
12 months
- Mixed Mode
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Core Please enrol into all units at once. |
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| AURETR103 | Identify automotive electrical systems and components | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURAFA104 | Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURLTA101 | Identify automotive mechanical systems and components | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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Electives Please enrol into all units at once. |
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| AURTTA127 | Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTA105 | Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTC001 | Inspect and service cooling systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR115 | Inspect, test and service batteries | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
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| AURETR103 | Identify automotive electrical systems and components |
| AURAFA104 | Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace |
| AURLTA101 | Identify automotive mechanical systems and components |
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace |
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace |
| AURTTA127 | Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations |
| AURTTA105 | Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines |
| AURTTC001 | Inspect and service cooling systems |
| AURETR115 | Inspect, test and service batteries |
Course Assessment Information
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
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| Practical Task |
| Third Party Verification |
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