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2.3 Years
Face-to-face classes and practical workshops on campus; on-the-job training also available for apprentices and trainees.
Full time / On-campus / On-the-job (apprenticeship/traineeship) / RPL · 20 hours per week
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
21 Parkview St, Milton QLD 4064
Eligibility
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
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
Test and repair basic electrical circuits
Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems
Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
Diagnose and repair charging systems
Diagnose and repair starting systems
Diagnose and repair ignition systems
Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems
Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines
Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems
Carry out servicing operations
Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
Inspect and service braking systems
Diagnose and repair cooling systems
Inspect and service engines
Inspect and service petrol fuel systems
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
Elective
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
Elective
Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
Elective
Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace
Elective
Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies
Elective
Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts
Elective
Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems
Elective
Inspect and service final drive assemblies
Elective
Inspect and service drive shafts
Elective
Inspect and service manual transmissions
Elective
Remove and install light vehicle engine assemblies
Elective
Diagnose and repair light vehicle mechanical fuel injection systems
Elective
Inspect and service steering systems
Elective
Inspect and service suspension systems
Elective
Inspect damaged vehicle systems and recommend repairs
Elective
Inspect and service cooling systems
Elective
Common Questions
The course fee for international students is $24,000.00, which includes PPE, training and assessment resources, but excludes OSHC, visa fees, and accommodation. InTech also has Automotive Packaged Courses available with discounted fees.
Both domestic and international students attending full-time are required to attend face-to-face classes and practical workshops Monday to Friday on campus, with a compulsory 75% attendance requirement. InTech operates on a 10-week term with 4 terms per year, and all classes are scheduled for 20 hours per week.
Yes, InTech offers RPL for this qualification. To successfully achieve an RPL, you must be able to demonstrate your skills towards each unit of competency and show work currency to ensure it aligns with current industry standards. Evidence required includes a portfolio of evidence, prior qualifications, employment history, visual evidence, work samples, references, and potentially practical or written/verbal testing. InTech will provide initial feedback on the RPL at no cost to determine your success rate and any skills gaps.
Upon completion of the Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, students can progress onto the next level of qualification within the college, including AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, AUR40820 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling, or other relevant qualifications. Credits may also include units of competency contained within relevant skill sets and statements of attainment.
Yes, students are encouraged to seek industry work placement to gain the maximum benefit from the course. This is an opportunity to apply and practice the skills acquired in a formal work environment and improve capabilities. InTech may assist in securing industry work placements — conditions apply. International students will have the opportunity to complete on-the-job placements as part of their program, and there is also an opportunity for an 18-month post-study work visa.
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