Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
Course Code: AUR30320
- 104 Weeks
- Intakes: Jan, Apr, Jun, Oct
Course Description
This course is tailored for individuals aspiring to become skilled automotive electricians. It offers comprehensive training in diagnosing, repairing, and replacing electrical components in motor vehicles. The key areas of focus include:
- Electrical Circuitry
- Battery Systems
- Lighting
- Instrumentation
- Electronic Control Systems of Modern Vehicles
Students will participate in practical, hands-on learning and troubleshooting techniques, complemented by theoretical studies, to develop a deep understanding of automotive electrical systems. This qualification equips graduates with the skills necessary for a dynamic career in the automotive industry, applicable to a wide range of vehicles and machinery.
Career Pathway
This qualification equips students with the skills needed to pursue a variety of employment opportunities, including:
- Automotive Electrician
- Heavy Vehicle Electrician
- Marine Electrician
- Motorcycle Electrician
- Mobile Equipment Electrician
- Automotive Air Conditioning Technician
- Service Advisor
- Technical Sales Representative
Entry Requirements
Age Requirement:
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement.
Assessment & Interview:
- Some prospective students may be required to undertake a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) assessment or participate in an enrolment interview prior to acceptance.
Educational Qualifications:
- Must have completed Australian Year 11 or an equivalent level of schooling, or
- Hold a Certificate III or higher qualification from an Australian institution.
English Language Proficiency:
- Must demonstrate an IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5, or equivalent proficiency through one of the following:
- IBT: 46
- PTE Academic: 42
- CAE: 162
- OET: B
- Duolingo: 90
- General English: Upper Intermediate
- MOI Certificate
- Certificate III or higher qualification from an Australian institution
Physical Requirements:
- Must have the ability to carry out workshop training involving physical activity, including lifting.
General Induction Training:
- Prior to commencing the practical components of the course, students must complete the general induction training program (white card).
Units of Competency
| Core Units | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace |
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
| AURETK002 | Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace |
| AURETR006 | Solder electrical wiring and circuits |
| AURETR007 | Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems |
| AURETR009 | Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems |
| AURETR010 | Repair wiring harnesses and looms |
| AURETR027 | Install ancillary electronic systems and components |
| AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits |
| AURETR123 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems |
| AURETR124 | Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems |
| AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles |
| AURETR128 | Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems |
| AURETR129 | Diagnose and repair charging systems |
| AURETR130 | Diagnose and repair starting systems |
| AURETR131 | Diagnose and repair ignition systems |
| AURETR132 | Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems |
| AURETR135 | Apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine operation |
| AURETR143 | Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems |
| AURTTA118 | Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines |
| Elective Units | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace |
| AURATA004 | Provide technical guidance |
| AURATA005 | Estimate and quote automotive mechanical and electrical repairs |
| AURETB101 | Diagnose and repair electric braking systems |
| AURETD101 | Diagnose and repair electronically controlled steering systems |
| AURETH011 | Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles |
| AURETH015 | Diagnose, remove and replace heavy electric vehicle rechargeable energy storage systems |
| AURETH101 | Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles |
| AURETH102 | Inspect and maintain battery electric vehicles |
| AURETR005 | Install automotive security systems and components |
| AURETR008 | Remove and replace electrical units and assemblies |
| AURETR011 | Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components |
| AURETR013 | Inspect, test and service charging systems |
| AURETR014 | Inspect, test and service starting systems |
| AURETR017 | Overhaul charging system alternators |
| AURETR018 | Overhaul starting system motors |
| AURETR019 | Inspect, service and repair AC electric motor drive systems |
| AURETR026 | Remove, replace and program electrical and electronic units and assemblies |
| AURETR042 | Remove, refit and operate electrical components following body repair activities |
| AURETR045 | Inspect, service and repair DC electric motor drive systems |
| AURETR115 | Inspect, test and service batteries |
| AURETR116 | Read and apply vehicle wiring schematics and drawings |
| AURETR120 | Diagnose and repair network electronic control systems |
| AURETR121 | Diagnose, repair and replace electronic management, monitoring and tracking systems |
| AURETR122 | Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems |
| AURETR144 | Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems |
| AURETR149 | Apply knowledge of ADAS systems to vehicle pre-repair scans |
| AURETR236 | Diagnose and repair electronically controlled suspension systems |
| AURETU001 | Install air conditioning systems |
| AURETU007 | Overhaul air conditioning and HVAC system compressors |
| AURETU102 | Recover vehicle refrigerants |
| AURETU103 | Service air conditioning and HVAC systems |
| AURETU104 | Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components |
| AURETU105 | Retrofit automotive air conditioning and HVAC systems |
| AURHTZ101 | Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle emission control systems |
| AURLTB103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems |
| AURLTD104 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems |
| AURLTD105 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems |
| AURLTE001 | Remove and install light vehicle engine assemblies |
| AURLTE102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines |
| AURLTF101 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle mechanical fuel injection systems |
| AURPTR002 | Test and service electric outdoor power equipment |
| AURRTR007 | Install marine electrical systems and components |
| AURTTA017 | Carry out vehicle safety inspections |
| AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations |
| AURTTA105 | Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives |
| AURTTA121 | Diagnose complex system faults |
| AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems |
| AURTTC103 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems |
| AURTTF101 | Inspect and service petrol fuel systems |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace |
| AURTTW001 | Carry out soft soldering techniques |
| AURTTZ102 | Diagnose and repair exhaust systems |
| AURVTA002 | Remove and replace vehicle supplementary restraint systems |
| AURVTA104 | Inspect damaged vehicle systems and recommend repairs |
| AURVTT003 | Remove and replace automotive and marine interior trim components |
| AURVTW002 | Carry out oxyacetylene brazing of components |
| AURVTW018 | Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting |
| AURVTW101 | Carry out manual metal arc welding on components |
| AURVTW103 | Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections |
| AURVTW104 | Carry out tungsten inert gas welding |
| BSBSTR401 | Promote innovation in team environments |
| BSBWHS311 | Assist with maintaining workplace safety |
| TAEDEL301 | Provide work skill instruction |
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