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TAFE International Western Australia

AUR50216 Diploma of Automotive Technology

  • Diploma

Embark on a dynamic career in automotive technology with practical training to diagnose, evaluate, and modify automotive systems. Gain skills in identifying and repairing faults in various vehicle systems while adhering to sustainable practices. Note that this course does not provide a trade certificate for fully qualified mechanics.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
0.5 - 0.5 semesters full-time
Course Code
BAE1, 091696J
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$9,403 per year / $9,403 total

About this course

Why choose this course?

Embark on a dynamic career in the automotive technology field. Get hands on with our practical training to diagnose, analyse, evaluate, design and modify automotive electrical and mechanical systems.

You will gain the skills to identify faults in braking systems, fuel systems, transmission and driveline systems and steering and suspension systems, and decide on the best course of action to repair these issues using environmentally sustainable work practices. On completion you will also be able to develop and document specifications and procedures, and overhaul engines and associated engine components.

Completing this course will give you the knowledge and some of the skills of an automotive mechanic, however you will not receive a trade certificate or be able to work as a fully qualified mechanic without achieving the provisional skills assessment requirements of Trades Recognition Australia. For more information, please visit tradesrecognitionaustralia.gov.au.

Entry requirements

  • An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
  • Completion of AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis (or equivalent) is required for entry into this course.

Study locations

Carlisle

Kwinana

What you will learn

Why choose this course?

Embark on a dynamic career in the automotive technology field. Get hands on with our practical training to diagnose, analyse, evaluate, design and modify automotive electrical and mechanical systems.

You will gain the skills to identify faults in braking systems, fuel systems, transmission and driveline systems and steering and suspension systems, and decide on the best course of action to repair these issues using environmentally sustainable work practices. On completion you will also be able to develop and document specifications and procedures, and overhaul engines and associated engine components.

Career pathways

  • Automotive Diagnostic Technician
  • Automotive Technician
  • Service Technician

Course structure

Core units
  • AURAFA007 Develop and document specifications and procedures
Elective units
  • AURAFA006 Conduct research and present technical reports
  • AURETA002 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in body management systems
  • AURETA003 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in monitoring and protection systems
  • AURETE001 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in engine management systems
  • AURETR034 Develop and apply electrical system modifications
  • AURETX001 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in driveline management systems
  • AURLTB002 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle braking systems
  • AURLTE003 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle engine and fuel systems
  • AURLTE105 Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle diesel engines
  • AURLTQ003 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle transmission and driveline systems
  • AURTNA001 Estimate and quote automotive vehicle or machinery modifications

Credit for prior study or work

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

How to apply

How to apply

Apply to study at TAFE in six steps :

  1. find a course;
  2. check entry requirements;
  3. submit an application;
  4. accept your offer and pay;
  5. apply for your student visa; and
  6. receive your visa and come to Australia for your studies.

View our TAFE application process page for detailed advice

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