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Course Overview
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Course Content
Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
Test and repair basic electrical circuits
Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems
Carry out servicing operations
Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
Inspect and service engines
Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
Assemble engine blocks and sub-assemblies
Dismantle and evaluate engine blocks and sub-assemblies
Recondition engine cylinder heads
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace
Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems
Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems
Diagnose and repair charging systems
Diagnose and repair starting systems
Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle clutch systems
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle emission control systems
Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle diesel engines
Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems
Common Questions
The Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology has a course code of AUR31520 and a CRICOS code of 107912D.
The course has a duration of 94 weeks and is offered with monthly intake dates across January through to December.
Applicants must have an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each module, or an equivalent English qualification. Students will also need to complete an internet-based Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test and a Pre-Training Review (PTR).
Graduates may pursue roles such as automotive technician, diesel engine mechanic, or light vehicle repair technician. The course also provides a pathway to AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis. Please note that completion of a Signet qualification does not guarantee an employment outcome.
Yes. If you have previously completed a unit with the same unit code or unit title as in your new course, you may be eligible for a Credit Transfer. You will need to complete a Credit Transfer application form and provide a certified copy of the transcript of statement of attainment. Applications for Credit Transfer must be made prior to the commencement of the course.
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