AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Are you passionate about all things automotive? Get qualified as a light automotive mechanic!
Undertaken as part of an apprenticeship, students will gain skills and knowledge to perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of light vehicles including diagnosis and repair, braking systems, transmissions, servicing, suspension, and workplace safety and health.
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
Study Mode Apprenticeship
This Qualification develops existing workers and prepares new employees for work in the light vehicle servicing and repair industry.
Training is delivered in modern workshop facilities with industry-standard tools and equipment, performing tasks on actual vehicles. Students will learn how to follow environmental and sustainability best practices as well as how to use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace. If you enjoy physically active work, mechanical tasks, troubleshooting and repairing - a career in mechanical technology might be perfect for you!
Throughout the course, you will gain skills in:
- Repair electrical circuits, charging and ignition systems
- Repair steering, hydraulic braking, suspension, cooling systems and engines in light vehicles
- Servicing operations
- Diagnostic test strategies
- Tyres and tubes repairs
- Wheel alignment
- Electrical wiring and circuits
- Workplace safety fundamentals
- Communication skills
You have an employer that is willing to offer an apprenticeship and enjoy working with mechanical equipment and like practical, hands-on work
Other attributes include:
- good problem-solving skills
- good communication skills, including customer service skills
Important information
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Delivery location, important dates and study options
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