AUR40216-CRICOS: 116532H
CERTIFICATE IV IN AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICAL DIAGNOSIS
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform advanced diagnostic tasks in the automotive retail, service and repair industry. This qualification provides specialized training in diagnosing complex faults in light vehicles, including advanced systems such as engine management, transmissions, and driveline systems. Through a combination of practical and theoretical learning, students will enhance their ability to identify, analyse, and rectify mechanical issues.
Graduates will be well-prepared to take on leadership roles within the automotive industry, offering expert diagnostic services.
Those undertaking the Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis must have completed an automotive mechanical Certificate III qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Duration:
- 26 weeks including 20 weeks of study and 6 weeks of holidays.
Mode of Study:
- Face-to-face Classroom-Based Learning
- Practical Training and Assessment
Mode of Delivery:
This program is delivered face to face
Delivery Schedule:
- Classes are rostered for 2½ days per week.
- Full-Time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
Fees
Enrolment Fees: $250
Tuition Fees: $6000
Material Fees: $500
Training and Assessment strategy
Throughout the course, you will be able to develop knowledge and skills by participating in various learning activities such as;
- Face to face discussions
- Group activities
- Research tasks
- Team building activities
- Industry excursions
- Guest speaker sessions
- Written assessments
- Role-plays and other skill demonstrations
- Presentations
- Projects/Portfolio Evidence
- Oral/verbal assessments
You will need to complete assessments for this course which may include:
- Written questions
- Projects
- Presentations
- Reports
- Role plays/observations
Recognition of Prior learning
- Recognition is available upon request students with prior skills, experience, knowledge, or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training, in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.
Academic Requirements
- Completion of high school studies equivalent to Australian Year 12 (international students only, year 11 or equivalent) schooling OR
- Completion of secondary school /A level education overseas OR
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in the automotive industry as per AQF requirements
- Completed an automotive mechanical Certificate III qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency.
English Language Requirement (for international students only):
In instances where the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) requires evidence of English language proficiency for student visa application, you will need to provide proof that you satisfy one of the following English language requirements:
- IELTS Test Score of 6.0
- PTE Academic Test Score of 52; OR
- Cambridge English Test Score of 169 OR
- OET Pass Grade; OR
- Currently studying in Australia and have studied for a period of 6 months or more at AQF Certificate III level or above.
Qualification Pathway
Students who complete AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis may progress to AUR 50216 Diploma of Automotive Technology or AUR50116 Diploma of Automotive Management.
Job Outlook
This qualification enables the student to seek employment in the following possible job roles:
- Automotive Master Technician
- Automotive Heavy Vehicle Master Technician
- Performance Vehicle Technician
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in 10 units of competency, including 1 core unit and 9 elective units.
Unit code | Unit title | Core / Elective |
|---|---|---|
AURTTA021 | Diagnose complex system faults | C |
AURETR037 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle safety systems | E |
AURLTB104 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle braking systems | E |
AURLTQ102 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts | E |
AURLTD109 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems | E |
AURTTR101 | Diagnose complex faults in engine management systems | E |
AURLTE104 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle petrol engines | E |
AURLTE105 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle diesel engines | E |
AURLTX104 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle automatic transmission and driveline systems | E |
AURETR135 | Apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine operation | E |
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