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Classroom based environment with access to an automotive workshop for practical components. Each unit is delivered in a combination of face to face theory and demonstration sessions in the classroom and supported by practical group development and individual activities within the automotive workshop environment.
Full time · 20 hours per week
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Victoria Street Campus
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
Diagnose complex system faults
Core unit
Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle safety systems
Elective unit
Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle braking systems
Elective unit
Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems
Elective unit
Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle petrol engines
Elective unit
Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle diesel engines
Elective unit
Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle automatic transmission and driveline systems
Elective unit
Diagnose complex faults in vehicle integrated stability control systems
Elective unit
Diagnose complex faults in engine management systems
Elective unit
Inspect and service petrol fuel systems
Elective unit
Common Questions
To enrol in the Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, you must have completed an automotive mechanical Certificate III qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency. You must also meet the minimum entry requirements as described on the ACE website.
The course runs for 26 weeks of full-time study, which includes 3 weeks of breaks and public holidays. The delivery is 448 hours in total, at a rate of 20 hours per week.
To attain the AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, you must complete 10 units in total: 1 core unit (AURTTA021 – Diagnose complex system faults) and 9 elective units.
Assessment methods used in this qualification include, but are not limited to, Practical Demonstrations and Written Assessments. Each unit is delivered and assessed as a standalone unit.
Yes. ACE has a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer Policy and Procedure that outlines the process for granting recognition. Credit granted for previous studies through an RPL process will lead to a reduction in overall course duration. For international students, this is reported via PRISMS and an appropriate eCoE is issued.
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