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Course Overview
Where You Can Study
ARCHERFIELD
Eligibility
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
State/Territory Trade Licensing Authority
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)
Course Content
Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
Core unit
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
Core unit
Test and repair basic electrical circuits
Core unit
Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
Core unit
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines
Core unit
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems
Core unit
Carry out servicing operations
Core unit
Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
Core unit
Inspect and service engines
Core unit
Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
Core unit
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
Core unit
Assemble engine blocks and sub-assemblies
Core unit
Dismantle and evaluate engine blocks and sub-assemblies
Core unit
Recondition engine cylinder heads
Core unit
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
Elective unit
Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace
Elective unit
Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems
Elective unit
Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems
Elective unit
Diagnose and repair charging systems
Elective unit
Diagnose and repair starting systems
Elective unit
Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems
Elective unit
Remove and install heavy vehicle engine assemblies
Elective unit
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle clutch systems
Elective unit
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle emission control systems
Elective unit
Test engines using a dynamometer
Elective unit
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
Elective unit
Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
Elective unit
Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems
Elective unit
Common Questions
This qualification will be delivered over 78 weeks of training and assessment and 8 weeks of holidays. Note that supplementary classes will be scheduled, and attendance required, should additional classes be required to allow for classes missed as a result of public holidays, or other interruptions, and/or for students who require further training and/or reassessment or additional support.
A total of 28 units are required for the award of the AUR31520 – Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology, comprising 14 core units and 14 elective units. Up to 5 of the elective units may be from a Certificate II qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Students will be provided with an apprentice toolkit, which must be brought to all practical classes. Students will also be provided with a uniform, which must be worn for all workshop days. Students must purchase their own safety boots and bring them to every practical class. A timetable will be provided identifying the days for workshop-based training and assessment.
Units are assessed individually via a range of methods, including Written Assessment, Verbal Questioning, and Practical Demonstrations observed directly by the assessor. The RTO also offers all students the opportunity to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers (CT). Students can appeal any assessment decision by following the Complaints and Appeals Policy outlined in the Student Handbook and on the website.
Yes, the required textbook is Automotive Mechanics, 10th or 11th Edition, by Ed May and Les Simpson. Textbooks are available in the library for reading, however students are required to purchase their own copy from McGraw Hill to ensure constant access. OCT can assist in arranging textbook purchases through Student Support.
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