Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

AUR30620

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

Train as a motor mechanic. Learn to service, repair and test light vehicles while working with an employer through an apprenticeship.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of light vehicles in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Start (apprenticeship)
      • Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s

      *To be eligible for this funding, you have to do an apprenticeship.

      Check your eligibility

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through an apprenticeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This apprenticeship is available:

    • Automotive Mechanic (Light Vehicle)

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Through apprenticeship:
      4 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Carry out servicing operations Core
Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies Core
Diagnose and repair charging systems Core
Diagnose and repair cooling systems Core
Diagnose and repair ignition systems Core
Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems Core
Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines Core
Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems Core
Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems Core
Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems Core
Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems Core
Diagnose and repair starting systems Core
Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace Core
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace Core
Inspect and service braking systems Core
Inspect and service engines Core
Inspect and service petrol fuel systems Core
Test and repair basic electrical circuits Core
Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles Core
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace Core
Apply knowledge of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Elective
Assemble and fit braking system components Elective
Balance wheels and tyres Elective
Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections Elective
Carry out basic gas metal arc welding Elective
Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations Elective
Carry out manual metal arc welding on components Elective
Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations Elective
Carry out oxyacetylene brazing of components Elective
Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting Elective
Carry out soft soldering techniques Elective
Carry out tungsten inert gas welding Elective
Carry out vehicle safety inspections Elective
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace Elective
Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles Elective
Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles Elective
Diagnose and repair Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and components in vehicles Elective
Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components Elective
Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems Elective
Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems Elective
Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems Elective
Diagnose and repair electronically controlled steering systems Elective
Diagnose and repair electronically controlled suspension systems Elective
Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems Elective
Diagnose and repair exhaust systems Elective
Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems Elective
Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems Elective
Diagnose and repair light vehicle automatic transmissions Elective
Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems Elective
Diagnose and repair light vehicle diesel fuel injection systems Elective
Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts Elective
Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies Elective
Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions Elective
Diagnose and repair light vehicle mechanical fuel injection systems Elective
Diagnose and repair LNG fuel systems Elective
Diagnose and repair LPG fuel systems Elective
Diagnose and repair network electronic control systems Elective
Diagnose and repair petrol carburettor systems Elective
Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems Elective
Inspect and maintain battery electric vehicles Elective
Inspect and maintain hydrogen fuel cell system Elective
Inspect and service automatic transmissions Elective
Inspect and service cooling systems Elective
Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems Elective
Inspect and service drive shafts Elective
Inspect and service final drive assemblies Elective
Inspect and service LNG fuel systems Elective
Inspect and service LPG fuel systems Elective
Inspect and service manual transmissions Elective
Inspect and service steering systems Elective
Inspect and service suspension systems Elective
Inspect damaged vehicle systems and recommend repairs Elective
Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components Elective
Install CNG fuel systems Elective
Install LPG fuel systems Elective
Machine brake drums and brake disc rotors Elective
Remove and install light vehicle engine assemblies Elective
Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies Elective
Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres Elective
Repair wiring harnesses and looms Elective
Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace Elective
Retrofit automotive air conditioning and HVAC systems Elective
Scan and calibrate Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Elective
Select and install performance enhanced suspension system products Elective
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives Elective
Select light vehicle wheels and tyres Elective
Service air conditioning and HVAC systems Elective
Service and maintain electrical components in hybrid electric vehicles Elective
Service and repair light vehicle lift assisted suspension systems Elective
Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace Elective
Work safely with hydrogen in the automotive industry Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Automotive Electrician

    ANZSCO 321111

    Automotive Electricians install, maintain and repair electrical wiring and electronic components in motor vehicles.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Motor Mechanic (General)

    ANZSCO 321211

    Service and repair vehicles and their parts and systems.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Diesel Motor Mechanic

    ANZSCO 321212

    Diesel Motor Mechanics maintain, test and repair diesel motors and the mechanical parts of trucks, buses and other heavy vehicles such as transmissions, suspension, steering and brakes.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Motorcycle Mechanic

    ANZSCO 321213

    Motorcycle Mechanics maintain, test and repair the mechanical parts of motorcycles.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Small Engine Mechanic

    ANZSCO 321214

    Small Engine Mechanics maintain, test and repair engines of chainsaws, lawn mowers, garden tractors and other equipment with small engines.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Exhaust and Muffler Repairer

    ANZSCO 899413

    Exhaust and Muffler Repairers repair and replace defective exhaust and muffler systems in motor vehicles.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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