Diploma AUR50216

Diploma of Automotive Technology

Advanced Automotive Technology — Nationally Recognised Training

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Duration 18–24 months
Delivery Workplace-based
Pathway Senior technicians and specialists
Intake Rolling enrolments

About this qualification

The Diploma of Automotive Technology is the highest-level automotive trade qualification, designed for senior technicians, technical trainers and diagnostic specialists who work across complex and emerging automotive technology platforms.

The highest-level automotive trade qualification. Senior technical roles at OEM level, national fleet operators and automotive training organisations actively seek people who hold this credential.

How it's delivered

Workplace-based delivery. RPL is commonly used for this qualification given the senior experience required. Contact us to discuss your specific situation.

What you'll learn

  • Manage advanced diagnostic programs in a workshop environment
  • Lead technical training and mentoring programs
  • Manage automotive service quality systems
  • Apply advanced knowledge of emerging automotive technologies
  • Develop technical documentation and service procedures

Career outcomes

→ Technical Services Manager
→ Workshop Technical Trainer
→ OEM Field Technical Adviser
→ Automotive Technology Specialist

Earnings potential

Technical Services Managers and OEM Field Technical Advisers typically earn $100,000–$150,000+ per year. Specialist training and consulting roles in the automotive sector command premium rates.

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements. Designed for senior technicians, technical trainers and diagnostic specialists with substantial industry experience. RPL is commonly used for this qualification — contact us to discuss your background.

Units of Competency

Units listed below are from the current AUR50216 training package release. Elective units are selected to best match industry needs and employer requirements.

Core Units

AURAMA001 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURAEA002 Protect the environment in an automotive workplace
AURACD101 Read and interpret technical information

Elective Units (indicative selection)

AURTTS102 Work in an automotive service and repair context
AURTTD101 Diagnose complex engine management system faults
BSBLDR413 Lead effective workplace relationships

Unit selection is confirmed in your Training Plan at enrolment. Elective choices may vary based on your employer, workplace and career pathway. All units are delivered and assessed in your workplace.

Employers — we do the heavy lifting

Mechanist manages the entire training and assessment process. We visit your site, assess in real work conditions, handle all compliance paperwork and keep you informed at every step. You focus on running your workshop — we focus on the qualification.

✓We customise your apprentice's Training Plan with you in person — not a generic template
✓Theory and practical assessment is delivered at your workplace, not a TAFE campus
✓We coach you on supervision ratios, workplace requirements and compliance obligations
✓Dedicated trainer/assessor assigned to your apprentice — direct contact, no call centres
✓Funding eligibility checks, paperwork and claiming — we handle it for you
✓Performance management support available if issues arise with your apprentice

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