AUR31120 Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Does a career in the heavy automotive industry spark your interest?
Undertaken as part of a four (4) year apprenticeship, the Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology enables students to become a heavy diesel mechanic, servicing and repairing trucks, buses and earthmoving equipment.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
^ You will pay half price for the course fees on the Lower fees, local skills courses, however other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your training.
Overview
Campus Pundulmurra (South Hedland)
When Available all year
Study Mode Apprenticeship
Duration 6 Months
Training is delivered in modern workshop facilities with industry standard tools and equipment, performing tasks on actual vehicles.
With heavy machinery, it's crucial to ensure that all components are fully operational, including the cooling systems, mechanical equipment, engine, steering and suspension systems, as well as the electrical circuits. Throughout this course, participants will apply their practical skills, while gaining an understanding of how to inspect and service engines, test, use and maintain equipment, and diagnose and repair a range of mechanical problems.
Upon completing the Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology, you will be prepared for a career in the heavy vehicle industry, equipped with skills applicable to a variety of machines.
Throught the course you will gain skills in:
- Workplace safety fundamentals
- Communication skills
- Repair electrical circuits, charging and ignition systems
- Repair steering, hydraulic braking, suspension, cooling systems and engines in heavy vehicles
- Servicing operations
- Diagnostic test strategies
- Heavy vehicle tyres and tubes repairs, drive assemblies
- Heavy vehicle transmissions, clutch, drive shafts
You want to specialise in the heavy automotive industry, enjoy working with machinery, and like hands on, practical work.
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Available all year, 2026
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | $32.40 | $9.60 | $17.00 |
| AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | $32.40 | $9.60 | $19.40 |
| AURETR112 Test and repair basic electrical circuits | $48.60 | $14.40 | $67.80 |
| AURETR122 Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems | $97.20 | $28.80 | $13.60 |
| AURETR124 Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems | $89.10 | $26.40 | $17.00 |
| AURETR125 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | $32.40 | $9.60 | $9.90 |
| AURETR129 Diagnose and repair charging systems | $40.50 | $12.00 | $101.75 |
| AURETR130 Diagnose and repair starting systems | $48.60 | $14.40 | $67.80 |
| AURHTB101 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle air braking systems | $64.80 | $19.20 | $27.25 |
| AURHTD102 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle steering systems | $64.80 | $19.20 | $17.00 |
| AURHTD103 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle suspension systems | $64.80 | $19.20 | $17.00 |
| AURHTE102 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines | $81.00 | $24.00 | $17.00 |
| AURHTQ103 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle drive shafts | $48.60 | $14.40 | $46.15 |
| AURHTZ101 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle emission control systems | $64.80 | $19.20 | $42.55 |
| AURTTA006 Inspect and service hydraulic systems | $48.60 | $14.40 | $94.00 |
| AURTTA104 Carry out servicing operations | $64.80 | $19.20 | $42.55 |
| AURTTA118 Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies | $48.60 | $14.40 | $40.60 |
| AURTTC103 Diagnose and repair cooling systems | $32.40 | $9.60 | $67.80 |
| AURTTF102 Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems | $25.92 | $7.68 | $38.20 |
| AURTTF105 Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems | $38.88 | $11.52 | $8.65 |
| AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | $48.60 | $14.40 | $27.25 |
| AURTTQ001 Inspect and service final drive assemblies | $24.30 | $7.20 | $12.40 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $42.55 |
|
|
$113.40 | $33.60 | $17.00 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $17.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $22.60 |
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $3.70 |
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $46.15 |
|
|
$8.10 | $2.40 | $8.65 |
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $67.80 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $27.25 |
|
|
$25.92 | $7.68 | $34.00 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $22.60 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $42.55 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $32.75 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2026.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.