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2 years (Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology: 1 year 9 months; Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis: 3 months)
On Campus (100% on campus, 0% online). Teacher-led, Scheduled.
Full time · 3 days per week
27 Jan 2027
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
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
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to follow environmental and sustainability best practices, including complying with established workplace procedures and environmental regulations as well as following sustainability practices that may reduce the environmental impact of work practices and outputs.
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and follow safety and emergency procedures in an automotive workplace.
Test and repair basic electrical circuits
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect, test and repair basic electrical circuits in vehicle and machinery electrical systems.
Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the spark ignition engine management systems of vehicles, vessels or machinery.
Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test, charge, replace, retest and secure a range of automotive batteries, including vehicle or machinery jump-starting procedures.
Diagnose and repair charging systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair charging systems.
Diagnose and repair starting systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair starting systems.
Diagnose and repair ignition systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the ignition systems of vehicles, vessels or machinery.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the hydraulic braking systems of light vehicles.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the spark ignition engines and compression ignition engines of light vehicles.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the emission control systems of light vehicles.
Carry out servicing operations
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out servicing operations.
Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and carry out a diagnostic testing strategy on vehicles, vessels or machinery.
Inspect and service braking systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service braking systems according to manufacturer specifications.
Diagnose and repair cooling systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the cooling systems of vehicles.
Inspect and service engines
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service engines.
Inspect and service petrol fuel systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service vehicle petrol fuel systems.
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, use, maintain and store tools and equipment in an automotive workplace.
Diagnose complex system faults
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to diagnose faults in complex vehicle, vessels or machinery systems to determine the repair action necessary to restore system performance. A complex system integrates two or more automotive systems, or incorporates three or more mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical or electronic sub-systems.
Common Questions
The total course fee for international students is $31,200, broken down as $24,300 for the Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (1 year 9 months) and $6,900 for the Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis (3 months).
Yes, completing vocational placement is compulsory. You will be required to undertake 400 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting. TAFE Queensland will assist with arranging suitable placements if you are not already working in the industry and will provide you with all the information you need at the beginning of your studies to complete this component of your course. You are responsible for making your own transport arrangements to and from your vocational placement approved setting.
This dual course is delivered one after the other — first the Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, then the Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis. If you leave before completing both courses, you may be eligible to be awarded the Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology if the required units have been completed.
International students must demonstrate English Language Proficiency of Academic IELTS 6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent. TAFE Queensland accepts a range of English Language tests, and a full list is available on their website.
You are responsible for purchasing resources for minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes, including: clear safety glasses to AS 1336 or 1337, protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210, mechanic gloves, ear plugs or muffs, hair protection (long hair must be restrained in the workshop environment), and 100% cotton drill industry-standard protective clothing. You will also need personal stationery, a USB, and a calculator. If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.
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