AUTOMOTIVE UNDERBODY REPAIR TECHNICIAN/MECHANIC
AUR32518 Certificate III In Automotive Underbody Technology
The Certificate III In Automotive Underbody Technology is to be introduced to the Automotive industry and some basic skills and knowledge that will help them as they move towards a Traineeship or Apprenticeship.
With this qualification you undertake a range of simple tasks under close supervision such as induction or probationary periods for automotive retail, service and repair employment. It may also be suitable for a cadetship, or part time and casual employment positions where a full range of skills are not required.
The Certificate I in Automotive Vocational Preparation qualification is made up of 8 units.
Core: 13 Units
Elective : 15 Units
| Unit Code & Name | Core/Elective |
|---|---|
| AURASA002 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURLTB003 Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems | Core |
| AURLTD004 Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems | Core |
| AURLTJ011 Select light vehicle tyres and wheels for specific applications | Core |
| AURLTJ102 Remove inspect repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes | Core |
| AURLTJ013 Remove inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies | Core |
| AURLTQ012 Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts | Core |
| AURETR025 Test charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | Core |
| AURTTA018 Carry out diagnostic procedures | Core |
| AURTTJ011 Balance wheels and tyres | Core |
| AURLTD005 Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems | Core |
| AURTTK002 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | Core |
| AURTTA004 Carry out servicing operations | Elective |
| AURETR012 Test and repair basic electrical circuits | Elective |
| AURAFA003 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace | Elective |
| AURLTX013 Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems | Elective |
| AURSCA001 Select and supply automotive parts and products | Elective |
| AURAMA001 Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace | Elective |
| AURTTB001 Inspect and service braking systems | Elective |
| AURTTD002 Inspect and service steering systems | Elective |
| AURTTD004 Inspect and service suspension systems | Elective |
| AURLTD006 Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations | Elective |
| AURTTX002 Inspect and service manual transmissions | Elective |
| AURTTZ002 Diagnose and repair exhaust systems | Elective |
| AURTTQ003 Inspect and service drive shafts | Elective |
| AURTTX003 Inspect and service automatic transmissions | Elective |
| AURTTC001 Inspect and service cooling systems | Elective |
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However, at MECHANIST, we assess a potential leaners’ capability through our Pre-Training Review process which includes an assessment of your Language Literacy and Numeracy skills.
There are no limitations to entry based on age, gender, social or educational background. However, as the course requires physical activity, students should be aware that they will need to be physically capable of completing the course activities, such as being able to stand for long periods of time.
For specific entry requirements, participants MUST be enrolled in school and in either Years 10, 11 or 12.
Further training pathways from this qualification include any Certificate II qualification within the Automotive Industry Retail, Service and Repair Training Package or other relevant qualifications.
At Mechanist, we offer our qualification both as Apprenticeship and Non-apprenticeship.
This Certificate I qualification prepares and inducts students into the Automotive Industry. The qualification assists in developing the necessary skills and knowledge required to perform routine activities. It also requires participants to complete Structured Work Placement in Automotive workplaces.
You can only begin this qualification while you are still at school in either Years 10, 11 or 12.
At MECHANIST, we create Training Plans that are specific to workplaces. We blend your learning and assessment between attending workshops in our campus and structured workplace training in an automotive workplace.
This nationally recognised qualification generally takes approx. 1 school semesters (2 school terms) to complete.
On Campus delivery combined with Structured Work Placement enables you to gain a full qualification. Learners will be required to attend structured Workshop Sessions at a MECHANIST Campus, one day per week and a minimum of 4 weeks Structured Work Placement in an Automotive Mechanical workplace.
| Government Subsidised | Full fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| South Australia | Queensland | ||
| Resources Fee | $400 | N\A | $400 |
| Tuition Fee | $832 | N\A | $832 |
| Total Fee | $1232 | N\A | $1232 |
| Government Subsidised | Full fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| South Australia | Queensland | ||
| Resources Fee | N/A | N/A | $400 |
| Tuition Fee | N/A | N/A | $832 |
| Total Fee | N/A | N/A | $1232 |
Non-Refundable* | Refundable**
Before you start
It’s helpful to make a list of any training or study you’ve done or are doing now (even if it’s not finished), including:
qualification level (for example, Certificate II, Degree)
whether it was government-subsidised
when you started.
Do this before you start the Eligibility Checker.