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9 months
Face to Face
Full time · 20 hours per week
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
5-9 Elizabeth Street, Richmond VIC 3121
Eligibility
International Students:
Local Students:
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
VRQA / ASQA
Professional Body
State/Territory Trade Licensing Authority
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)
Course Content
Develop and document specifications and procedures
Overhaul manual transmissions
Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle transmission and driveline systems
Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle braking systems
Estimate and quote automotive vehicle or machinery modifications
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in engine management systems
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in dynamic control management systems
Develop and apply electrical system modifications
Develop and apply mechanical system modifications
Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle engine and fuel systems
Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems
Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle safety systems
Common Questions
Students need to gain competency in 12 units — comprising 1 core unit and 11 elective units — to successfully complete the Diploma of Automotive Technology.
Assessment is structured throughout the course and is carried out through a range of tasks including observations and written assessments. Learners working in an appropriate automotive mechanical related environment may base relevant assessment tasks on their workplace, negotiated between the learner and the assessor. If learners are unable to achieve competency, additional support is provided through mentoring and access to re-assessment.
Yes. Learners with prior learning and work experience can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Learners who have completed corresponding units of competency and/or units contained within the packaging rules can also apply for Credit Transfer.
Delivery and assessment takes place in fully equipped classrooms and an in-house workshop. Acumen Education has facilities at Elizabeth Street Richmond (classrooms and automotive workshops) and Level 4, 277 Flinders Lane, Melbourne (classrooms and computer labs).
Yes, a payment plan option is available to students. Full details of course fees and itemised fee information are available on the Acumen Education fees and charges page at http://acumen.edu.au/fees-and-charges/.
Application
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Step 02
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Step 03
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