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6 months
Face-to-face (classroom and workshop), and self-directed learning
January | April | July | October
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Level 2, 97 Pirie St, Adelaide SA 5000
97 Pirie St, ADELAIDE, SA 5000
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
Develop and document specifications and procedures
Core unit
Conduct research and present technical reports
Elective unit
Analyse and evaluate electric and electronic faults in body management systems
Elective unit
Analyse and evaluate electric and electronic faults in air conditioning and HVAC systems
Elective unit
Analyse and evaluate electric and electronic faults in engine management systems
Elective unit
Develop & apply electrical system modifications
Elective unit
Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle braking system
Elective unit
Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems
Elective unit
Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle transmission and driveline systems
Elective unit
Estimate and quote automotive vehicle or machinery modifications
Elective unit
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in driveline management systems
Elective unit
Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle engine and fuel systems
Elective unit
Common Questions
For eligible domestic students, the Participant Course Fee (Subsidised) is $499.00 AUD, with a Participant Concession Fee of $340.00 AUD available for those who qualify. There are no incidental fees. This course can be subsidised through the Government of South Australia's Subsidised training — you can check your eligibility on the Skills SA website.
Those undertaking the Diploma of Automotive Technology must have completed an automotive Certificate IV qualification in one of the following disciplines, or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency: AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, or AUR40816 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling (superseded by AUR40820).
The course duration is 26 weeks, including 6 weeks of holiday. It is delivered face-to-face (classroom and workshop) and through self-directed learning at the Adelaide campus, with intakes available in January, April, July, and October.
12 units must be completed in total, consisting of 1 core unit (AURAFA007 – Develop and document specifications and procedures) and 11 elective units covering areas such as electrical faults, braking systems, steering and suspension, transmission, engine and fuel systems, and vehicle modifications.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in automotive retail, service and repair industries. Possible job titles include, but are not limited to, senior service technician, diagnostic mechanic, supervisor, leading hand technician, and forklift diagnostic technician. Students may also choose to pursue further study such as a university course in Mechanical Engineering.
Application
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