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  • AUR32721
  • Certificate III
  • Current
  • NATIONALLY RECOGNISED · AQF

Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology

Recognises people who service, diagnose and repair battery electric vehicles and components, working to AS 5732 Electric vehicle operations – Maintenance and repair.

TRAINING PACKAGE
AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil

WHO IT'S FOR

Mechanics and auto electricians with hands-on experience working on battery electric light or heavy vehicles.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • EV technician
  • Electric vehicle mechanic
  • Battery electric vehicle service technician

Qualification structure

29 units in total. Specialisation in this qualification is mandatory. Candidates must complete one of the following: Specialisation - Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology (Light Vehicle); all 8 units from Group A – Light Vehicle, plus Of the remaining 5 units required to make up the elective unit total: All may be from the General Elective Group C units listed below. Up to 3 may be from elsewhere in this or any other currently endorsed Certificate III or above training package qualification or accredited course. Specialisation - Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology (Heavy Vehicle). All 7 units from Group B – Heavy Vehicle. Of the remaining 6 units required to make up the elective unit total: all may be from the General Elective Group C units listed below; up to 3 may be from elsewhere in this or any other currently endorsed Certificate III or above training package qualification or accredited course. Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid industry-supported vocational outcome.

SPECIALISATIONS

  • Light Vehicle
  • Heavy Vehicle

Core units

16 units
  1. AURAEA002Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
  2. AURASA102Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
  3. AURETH101Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
  4. AURETH102 (has a prerequisite)Inspect and maintain battery electric vehicles
  5. AURETH104Diagnose and repair traction motor speed control systems in battery electric vehicles
  6. AURETH105Diagnose and repair high voltage traction motors in battery electric vehicles
  7. AURETH106 (has a prerequisite)Diagnose and repair auxiliary motors and associated components in battery electric vehicles
  8. AURETH107 (has a prerequisite)Diagnose and repair system instrumentation and safety interlocks in battery electric vehicles
  9. AURETH108 (has a prerequisite)Diagnose and repair HVAC and rechargeable energy storage cooling systems in battery electric vehicle
  10. AURETH109 (has a prerequisite)Diagnose and repair DC to DC converters in battery electric vehicles
  11. AURETK002Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace
  12. AURETR112Test and repair basic electrical circuits
  13. AURETR125Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
  14. AURETU103Service air conditioning and HVAC systems
  15. AURTTA118Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
  16. AURTTK102Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

This unit has a prerequisite unit. Check the unit on training.gov.au for details.

Elective units

46 units

Group A - Light Vehicle

  1. AURETH103 (has a prerequisite)Diagnose and repair high voltage rechargeable energy storage systems in battery electric vehicles
  2. AURETR132Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems
  3. AURLTB103Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems
  4. AURLTD104Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
  5. AURLTD105Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
  6. AURLTJ102Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes
  7. AURTTB101Inspect and service braking systems
  8. AURTTJ011Balance wheels and tyres

Group B - Heavy Vehicle

  1. AURETH015Diagnose, remove and replace heavy electric vehicle rechargeable energy storage systems
  2. AURHTB101Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle air braking systems
  3. AURHTD102Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle steering systems
  4. AURHTD103Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle suspension systems
  5. AURHTQ103Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle drive shafts
  6. AURTTA006Inspect and service hydraulic systems
  7. AURTTQ001Inspect and service final drive assemblies

Group C - General Electives

  1. AURACA101Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace
  2. AURAFA002Read and respond to automotive workplace information
  3. AURAFA103Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
  4. AURAKA001Use information technology systems
  5. AURATA005Estimate and quote automotive mechanical and electrical repairs
  6. AURETD101Diagnose and repair electronically controlled steering systems
  7. AURETH017Work safely with hydrogen in the automotive industry
  8. AURETH018 (has a prerequisite)Inspect and maintain hydrogen fuel cell system
  9. AURETR006Solder electrical wiring and circuits
  10. AURETR010Repair wiring harnesses and looms
  11. AURETR011Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components
  12. AURETR026Remove, replace and program electrical and electronic units and assemblies
  13. AURETR052Apply knowledge of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
  14. AURETR054 (has a prerequisite)Diagnose and repair Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and components in vehicles
  15. AURETR128Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems
  16. AURETR120Diagnose and repair network electronic control systems
  17. AURETR122Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems
  18. AURETR143Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems
  19. AURETR236Diagnose and repair electronically controlled suspension systems
  20. AURETR249Scan and calibrate Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
  21. AURETU104Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components
  22. AURLTD002Service and repair light vehicle lift assisted suspension systems
  23. AURLTD101Select and install performance enhanced suspension system products
  24. AURLTD106Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations
  25. AURLTQ102Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts
  26. AURTTD002Inspect and service steering systems
  27. AURTTD004Inspect and service suspension systems
  28. AURTTA104Carry out servicing operations
  29. AURTTK001Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
  30. AURVTN104Remove, replace and align bolt-on vehicle body panels and components
  31. AURVTT003Remove and replace automotive and marine interior trim components

This unit has a prerequisite unit. Check the unit on training.gov.au for details.

PREREQUISITES

  • AURETH018 Inspect and maintain hydrogen fuel cell system — prerequisite: AURETH017 Work safely with hydrogen in the automotive industry; AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
  • AURETH102 Inspect and maintain battery electric vehicles — prerequisite: AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
  • AURETH103 Diagnose and repair high voltage rechargeable energy storage systems in battery electric vehicles — prerequisite: AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
  • AURETH106 Diagnose and repair auxiliary motors and associated components in battery electric vehicles — prerequisite: AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
  • AURETH107 Diagnose and repair system instrumentation and safety interlocks in battery electric vehicles — prerequisite: AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
  • AURETH108 Diagnose and repair HVAC and rechargeable energy storage cooling systems in battery electric vehicle — prerequisite: AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
  • AURETH109 Diagnose and repair DC to DC converters in battery electric vehicles — prerequisite: AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles; AURETR125 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
  • AURETR054 Diagnose and repair Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and components in vehicles — prerequisite: AURETR249 Scan and calibrate Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)

EVIDENCE YOU'LL NEED

  • Resume showing your work history
  • Reference letters from employers
  • Photos or videos of jobs you've done
  • Payslips or employment contracts

LICENSING

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements may apply to this qualification but vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Licensing requirements relating to handling refrigerants are governed by the Australian Refrigeration Council. Users are advised to check with the relevant state/territory jurisdiction or industry body for current requirements.

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