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Diploma of Automotive Technology

This qualification covers diagnosing, analysing, evaluating, designing and changing vehicle systems in automotive retail, service and repair. It also includes writing specifications and procedures. Senior technicians who already work at this level may be able to have their experience recognised through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Those undertaking the Diploma of Automotive Technology must have completed an automotive Certificate IV qualification in one of the following disciplines, or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency. AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis AUR40816 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling
SUPERSEDES
AUR50212 Diploma of Automotive Technology (equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

Highly experienced automotive technicians who analyse and modify vehicle systems and want a diploma-level qualification.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • Automotive master technician
  • Technical service advisor
  • Automotive technical specialist
  • Workshop manager
  • Service manager

Qualification structure

12 units in total. Up to 11 units may be chosen from the Elective Units listed below. Up to 2 units may be chosen from a Certificate IV qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units chosen contribute to the vocational outcome of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.

Core units

1 unit
  1. AURAFA007Develop and document specifications and procedures

Elective units

27 units
  1. AURAFA106Conduct research and present technical reports
  2. AURETA001Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in electronic over hydraulic systems
  3. AURETA002Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in body management systems
  4. AURETA003Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in monitoring and protection systems
  5. AURETA004Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in convenience and entertainment systems
  6. AURETA005Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in theft-deterrent systems
  7. AURETA006Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in air conditioning and HVAC systems
  8. AURETB002Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in dynamic control management systems
  9. AURETE001Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in engine management systems
  10. AURETH013Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in HEV and BEV management systems
  11. AURETR033Develop and apply network electronic control system modifications
  12. AURETR034Develop and apply electrical system modifications
  13. AURETX001Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in driveline management systems
  14. AURHTB005Analyse and evaluate faults in heavy commercial vehicle braking systems
  15. AURHTD005Analyse and evaluate faults in heavy commercial vehicle steering and suspension systems
  16. AURHTE004Analyse and evaluate faults in heavy commercial vehicle engine and fuel systems
  17. AURKTB002Analyse and evaluate faults in wheeled mobile plant braking systems
  18. AURLTB002Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle braking systems
  19. AURLTD007Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems
  20. AURLTE003Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle engine and fuel systems
  21. AURLTQ003Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle transmission and driveline systems
  22. AURTNA001Estimate and quote automotive vehicle or machinery modifications
  23. AURTTA022Develop and apply mechanical system modifications
  24. AURTTL014Analyse and evaluate faults in gas fuel systems
  25. AURVTN134Evaluate vehicle body repair materials, equipment and work processes
  26. MSMENV472Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
  27. MSMENV672Develop workplace policy and procedures for environmental sustainability

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

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

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