Modification History
Release |
Comment |
Release 1 |
Replaces AUR30611 Certificate III in Automotive Specialist |
Description
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks on a variety of diesel engines and associated systems within the automotive service and repair sector.
Job roles and employment outcomes
The Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers performing mechanical work in the diesel engine service and repair sector.
Employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:
- diesel engine technicians
Application
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed AUR20512 Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology, AUR20712 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation or other relevant qualifications.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR40212 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, AUR40812 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling or other relevant qualifications.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements, depending on the work context. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Entry Requirements
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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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. |
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Employability Skill |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 28 units of competency, consisting of:
- 14 core units
plus
- 14 elective units , of which:
- up to 14 elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below
- up to 5 elective units may be chosen from a Certificate III qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units chosen contribute to the vocational outcome of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.
Core units
Unit code |
Unit title |
Common - Environment |
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AURAEA3003 |
Monitor environmental and sustainability best practice in the automotive mechanical industry |
Common - Health & Safety |
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AURASA2002 |
Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
Electrical - Technical - Electrical and Electronic |
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AURETR2012 |
Test and repair basic electrical circuits |
AURETR3025 |
Test, charge and replace batteries |
Mechanical - Heavy Vehicle - Technical - Engines |
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AURHTE3002 |
Repair engines and associated engine components (heavy vehicle) |
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical |
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AURTTA2004 |
Carry out servicing operations |
AURTTA3018 |
Carry out diagnostic procedures |
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Engines |
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AURTTE2004 |
Inspect and service engines |
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Fuel Systems |
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AURTTF3004 |
Repair diesel fuel injection systems |
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Tools and Equipment |
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AURTTK2001 |
Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace |
AURTTK2002 |
Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment |
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Manufacture |
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AURTTM3004 |
Assemble engine blocks and sub-assemblies |
AURTTM3008 |
Dismantle and evaluate engine blocks and sub-assemblies |
AURTTM3011 |
Recondition engine cylinder heads |
Elective units
Unit code |
Unit title |
Common - Foundation Skills |
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AURAFA2003 |
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace |
Common - Management, Leadership and Supervision |
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AURAMA2001 |
Work effectively with others |
Electrical - Technical - Electrical and Electronic |
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AURETR3024 |
Diagnose and repair electronic compression ignition engine management systems |
AURETR3028 |
Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems |
AURETR3029 |
Diagnose and repair charging systems |
AURETR3030 |
Diagnose and repair starting systems |
AURETR3032 |
Repair electrical systems |
Mechanical - Heavy Vehicle - Technical - Engines |
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AURHTE2001 |
Remove and install heavy vehicle engine assemblies |
Mechanical - Heavy Vehicle - Technical - Transmission |
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AURHTX3004 |
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle clutch systems |
Mechanical - Heavy Vehicle - Technical - Emission and Exhaust |
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AURHTZ3001 |
Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle emission control systems |
Motorsport - Technical - Engines |
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AURMTE4001 |
Test engines using a dynamometer |
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical |
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AURTTA2005 |
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives |
AURTTA2009 |
Carry out pre-repair operations (mechanical) |
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Fuel Systems |
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AURTTF2002 |
Service diesel fuel injection systems |
AURTTF3005 |
Inspect and repair engine forced induction systems |
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Alternative Fuels |
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AURTTL3001 |
Service CNG fuel systems |
AURTTL3002 |
Diagnose and repair CNG fuel systems |
Vehicle Body - Technical - Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering |
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AURVTW2001 |
Carry out manual metal arc welding procedures |
AURVTW2003 |
Carry out gas metal arc welding procedures |
Imported Units |
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MEM05006C |
Perform brazing and or silver soldering |
MEM05007C |
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
MEM18028B |
Maintain engine lubrication systems |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.