Qualification details

Release 

Comment 

Release 1 

Replaces AUR30405 Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY 

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the automotive industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.

Employability Skill 

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: 

Communication 

• clearly communicating workplace verbal and non-verbal information and ideas with workplace colleagues, including use of automotive terms
• completing workplace reports
• using and contributing to workplace procedures
• maintaining workplace records
• communicating with colleagues and clients to handle verbal enquiries, such as clarifying instructions and responding to requests for information
• interpreting the needs of customers
• reading and interpreting workplace-related documentation

Teamwork 

• identifying and describing own role and role of others
• working with diverse individuals and groups
• applying knowledge of own role to complete activities efficiently to support team activities and tasks

Problem solving 

• recognising a workplace problem or potential problem and taking action
• determining problems needing priority action
• referring problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person and suggesting possible causes
• seeking information and assistance as required to solve problems
• using a range of problem-solving techniques
• taking action to resolve concerns
• developing practical responses to common breakdowns in workplace systems and procedures

Initiative and enterprise 

• adapting to new and emerging situations in the workplace
• being proactive and creative in responding to workplace problems, changes and challenges

Planning and organising 

• planning own work requirements and prioritising actions to achieve required outcomes and ensure tasks are completed on time
• identifying risk factors and taking action to minimise risk

Self-management 

• selecting and using appropriate equipment, materials, processes and procedures
• recognising limitations and seeking timely advice
• planning own work requirements, setting own work program and managing time to ensure tasks are completed on time
• following workplace documentation, such as codes of practice or operating procedures

Learning 

• asking questions to gain information
• identifying sources of information, assistance and expert knowledge to expand knowledge, skills and understanding
• participating in self-improvement activities
• participating in development of workplace continuous improvement strategies
• helping others develop competency

Technology 

• operating diagnostic and test equipment
• performance testing components, systems and equipment
• using tools and equipment efficiently and safely
• storing and caring for components, parts, tools, test equipment and support equipment
• using business technology to collect, analyse and provide information

Unit code 

Unit title 

Common – Environment 

AURAEA3003

Monitor environmental and sustainability best practice in the automotive mechanical industry

Common – Health and Safety 

AURASA2002

Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace

Electrical – Technical – Electrical and Electronic 

AURETR2012

Test and repair basic electrical circuits

AURETR3023

Diagnose and repair electronic spark ignition engine management systems

AURETR3025

Test, charge and replace batteries

AURETR3029

Diagnose and repair charging systems

AURETR3030

Diagnose and repair starting systems

AURETR3031

Diagnose and repair ignition systems

Mechanical – Motorcycle – Technical – Brakes 

AURJTB3001

Diagnose and repair motorcycle braking systems

Mechanical – Motorcycle – Technical – Steering and Suspension 

AURJTD3003

Diagnose and repair motorcycle suspension systems

AURJTD3004

Diagnose and repair motorcycle steering systems

Mechanical – Motorcycle – Technical – Engines 

AURJTE3001

Diagnose and repair motorcycle engines

Mechanical – Motorcycle – Technical – Driveline and Final Drives 

AURJTQ3002

Diagnose and repair motorcycle driveline systems

Mechanical – Motorcycle – Technical – Transmission 

AURJTX3001

Diagnose and repair motorcycle clutch systems

AURJTX3002

Diagnose and repair motorcycle manual transmissions

Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical 

AURTTA3018

Carry out diagnostic procedures

Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Brakes 

AURTTB2001

Inspect and service braking systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Cooling Systems 

AURTTC3003

Diagnose and repair cooling systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Engines 

AURTTE2004

Inspect and service engines

Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Fuel Systems 

AURTTF2001

Service petrol fuel systems

AURTTF3006

Diagnose and repair petrol carburettor systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Tools and Equipment 

AURTTK2002

Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment

Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Driveline and Final Drives 

AURTTQ2001

Service final drive assemblies

AURTTQ2003

Service final drive (driveline)

Unit code 

Unit title 

Common – Sales and Marketing 

AURACA2001

Establish relations with customers

Common – Foundation Skills 

AURAFA2003

Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace

Electrical – Technical – Electrical and Electronic 

AURETR3022

Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems

Mechanical – Motorcycle – Technical – Wheels and Tyres 

AURJTJ2001

Remove, inspect and fit motorcycle wheel assemblies

Mechanical – Motorcycle – Technical – Transmission 

AURJTX3003

Diagnose and repair motorcycle automatic transmissions

Mechanical – Light Vehicle – Technical – Transmission 

AURLTD3004

Repair steering systems (light vehicle)

AURLTD3005

Repair suspension systems (light vehicle)

Mechanical – Light Vehicle – Technical – Wheels and Tyres 

AURLTJ2002

Remove, inspect, repair and fit tyres and tubes (light)

Mechanical – Light Vehicle – Technical – Driveline and Final Drives 

AURLTQ3001

Repair final drive assemblies (light vehicle)

AURLTQ3002

Repair final drive – driveline (light vehicle)

Mechanical – Light Vehicle – Technical – Emission and Exhaust 

AURLTZ3001

Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems

Sales and Parts, Administration and Management – Sales and Marketing 

AURSCA2006

Promote products and services

Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical 

AURTTA2005

Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

AURTTA2009

Carry out pre-repair operations (mechanical)

Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Cooling Systems 

AURTTC2001

Inspect and service cooling systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous – Technical – Emission and Exhaust 

AURTTZ2002

Repair exhaust system components

Vehicle Body – Technical – Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering 

AURVTW2001

Carry out manual metal arc welding procedures

AURVTW2003

Carry out gas metal arc welding procedures

AURVTW2008

Carry out oxy acetylene welding, thermal cutting and thermal heating procedures