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Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
15-17 Racecourse Rd, NORTH MELBOURNE, VIC 3051
Eligibility
Entry requirements Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of course commencement. Students must secure an appropriate visa that allows them to study in an Australian Registered Training Organisation prior to course commencement. Intakes Intakes throughout the year. Contact the Institute for details. Academic entry requirements To gain entry to this course, students must have successfully completed year 12 or secondary studies in applicants home country equivalent to an Australian Year 11* or 12 qualifications. (*Subject to the country Assessment Level) and course. English Language entry requirements Applicants for this qualification must have a minimum English language proficiency of IELTS 6.0 (overall band) with not less than 5.5 in any individual component or an equivalent exam result recognised by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Applicants can also arrange to undertake an English language test with the Institute. Numeracy And Digital Literacy Entry Requirements Applicants for this course should possess numeracy skills of ACSF level 2 and digital literacy skills of level 3. During the enrolment process your numeracy and digital literacy ability is assessed to ensure you can address course requirements. Resource entry requirements Students must supply their own laptop with Microsoft Office software e.g., Office 365 Personal that includes Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Publisher. Institute will confirm the software requirements with each student pre-enrolment. Training Pathway Students who successfully complete this course may progress onto the AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis or another related automotive course at Certificate IV level. Employment Pathway Successful completion of this qualification may provide career opportunities as diesel engine technicians. Successfully completing this course does not guarantee a graduate will secure a relevant job.
Career & Study Pathways
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
Test and repair basic electrical circuits
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines
Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems
Inspect and service engines
Assemble engine blocks and sub-assemblies
Dismantle and evaluate engine blocks and sub-assemblies
Recondition engine cylinder heads
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
Carry out servicing operations
Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems
Diagnose and repair charging systems
Diagnose and repair starting systems
Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems
Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems
Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations
Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems
Common Questions
The estimated total course cost is $15,500 AUD, which comprises a tuition fee of $14,000 AUD and a non-tuition fee of $1,500 AUD.
The course has a duration of 72 weeks.
The course is delivered at two campus locations in Victoria: 15-17 Racecourse Rd, North Melbourne VIC 3051, and Unit 4, 70 Main Street, Pakenham VIC 3810. Both locations are owned and operated by the provider.
The course falls under the broad field of Engineering and Related Technologies, specifically within the narrow field of Automotive Engineering and Technology, with a detailed field classification of Vehicle Mechanics.
No, the Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology is not a dual qualification. It is a single Certificate III level qualification with the VET national code AUR31520 and CRICOS course code 110954A.
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