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CRICOS Course Code: 094850B

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who diagnose, analyse, evaluate, design and modify vehicle systems in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.

  • 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
  • Minimum age of 18 years and above
  • 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 IBTCAE Scale ELICOS (General English)
6.050–57​60-78169-175n/a
5.542–4946-59162-168+ 15 weeks
5.036–4135-45154-161+ 20 to 30 weeks

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

OR 

  1. 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 

  1. 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 successfully completed substantial components (50% or more units according to the training package) IV qualification or higher level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework on a student visa.

OR 

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

Onshore International Students 

  • Complete the Pre-Training Review including LLND test 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 including LLND test 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.

On successful completion of this qualification, students may progress to various Advanced Diploma or undergraduate level qualifications( From other Organisation)

The course is delivered over 52 weeks including 6 weeks of term breaks.

Tuition Fees : $14500

Non tuition fee:

  • Application fees: $500
  • Material fees: $1000 (This include work clothing, an automotive based tool kit and text books)

Total Course Cost: $16,000

COURSE OUTLINE
To attain this qualification, 12 units of competency must
be successfully completed. The recommended course
outline is as follows:
Core Units
AURAFA007 Develop and document specifications and proceduresprocedures
Elective units
AURAFA006 Conduct research and present technical reports
AURETA002 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in body management systems
AURETA004 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in convenience and entertainment systems
AURETE001 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in engine management systems
AURETR037 Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle safety systems
AURETX001 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in driveline management systems
AURLTB002 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle braking systems
AURLTD007 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems
AURLTE003 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle engine and fuel systems
AURLTQ003 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle transmission and driveline systems
AURTTA021 Diagnose complex system faults

The course is delivered face-to-face, in a classroom based training model of 20 hours per week. Assessments are conducted using a combination of written assignments, oral questioning, case studies, projects, portfolio and practical observations in the workplace or simulated work environment

Demonstration of Competence through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)  

Learners can demonstrate competency through formal, non-formal and informal learning: 

  • Formal learning refers to learning that takes place through a structured program of instruction and is linked to the attainment of an AQF qualification or statement of attainment (for example, a certificate, diploma or university degree); 
  • Non-formal learning refers to learning that takes place through a structured program of instruction, but does not lead to the attainment of an AQF qualification or statement of attainment (for example, in-house professional development programs conducted by a business); and 
  • Informal learning refers to learning that results through the experience of work-related, social, family, hobby or leisure activities (for example the acquisition of interpersonal skills developed through several years as a sales representative). 
  • Learners are encouraged to apply for RPL prior to or immediately after formal enrolment but prior to the facilitated delivery of units to ensure that they do not miss any learning opportunities offered should they be unsuccessful in the RPL process. 
  • To know more about how RPL is conducted please refer to the following documents:  
  • RPL policy and procedure  
  • RPL kit for the qualification 

How prospective learners will be made aware of RPL 

Prospective learners will be informed of the RPL policy and process prior to enrolment via website, Student handbook and pre-training review, enrolment, and course commencement stages. 

Credit Transfers (CT)

  • Austra College recognises the AQF Qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Registered Training Organisation. 
  • Learners must show evidence that can be verified such as a statement of results to be considered for CT.  Learners should advise and provide evidence of their acquired or pending qualifications/statements of attainment before or during the enrolment process.   

Adelaide 

Location 

Description 

Level 3, 90 King William Street, Adelaide, SA 5000 

Classroom 

10/61 Francis Road, Wingfield, SA 5013 

Automotive Workshop 

 NSW 

Location 

Description 

Austra Suite 406 – Suite 406 2-8 Brookhollow Ave NORWEST NSW 2153 Australia 

Classroom 

145 Gilba Road, Girraween, NSW 2145 

Automotive Workshop 

 Melbourne 

Location 

Description 

Level 7 343 Little Collins Street, Melbourne Vic 3000 

Classroom 

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