Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Fuel Technology

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to repair diesel fuel systems within the automotive service and repair sector.

Job roles and employment outcomes

The Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Fuel Technology is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers performing mechanical work in the automotive heavy vehicle service and repair sector.

Employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:

automotive heavy vehicle diesel fuel technicians

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.


Subjects

To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 21 units of competency, consisting of:

13core units

plus

8 elective units, of which:

up to 8 elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below

up to 4 elective units may be chosen from a Certificate II qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units chosen contribute to the vocational outcome of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.

Core units

Unit code

Unit title

Common - Environment

AURAEA3003

Monitor environmental and sustainability best practice in the automotive mechanical industry

Common - Health and Safety

AURASA2002

Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace

Electrical - Technical - Electrical and Electronic

AURETR2012

Test and repair basic electrical circuits

AURETR3024

Diagnose and repair electronic compression ignition engine management systems

Mechanical - Heavy Vehicle - Technical - Emission and Exhaust

AURHTZ3001

Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle emission control systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical

AURTTA3018

Carry out diagnostic procedures

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Engine

AURTTE2004

Inspect and service engines

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Fuel Systems

AURTTF2002

Service diesel fuel injection systems

AURTTF3004

Repair diesel fuel injection systems

AURTTF3005

Inspect and repair engine forced induction systems

AURTTF4003

Overhaul diesel fuel injection systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Tools and Equipment

AURTTK2001

Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace

AURTTK2002

Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment

Elective units

Unit code

Unit title

Common - Foundation Skills

AURAFA2003

Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace

Common - Management, Leadership and Supervision

AURAMA2001

Work effectively with others

Mechanical - Heavy Vehicle - Technical - Engine

AURHTE2001

Remove and install heavy vehicle engine assemblies

AURHTE3002

Repair engines and associated engine components (heavy vehicle)

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical

AURTTA2004

Carry out servicing operations

AURTTA2006

Service hydraulic systems

AURTTA3011

Install hydraulic systems to specified applications

AURTTA3012

Manufacture and install fluid power hose assemblies

AURTTA3013

Repair hydraulic systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Cooling Systems

AURTTC3003

Diagnose and repair cooling systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Emission and Exhaust

AURTTZ2002

Repair exhaust system components

Vehicle Body Technical - Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering

AURVTW2001

Carry out manual metal arc welding procedures

AURVTW2003

Carry out gas metal arc welding procedures

AURVTW2004

Carry out gas tungsten arc welding procedures

AURVTW2008

Carry out oxy acetylene welding, thermal cutting and thermal heating procedures


Pathways...

    Pathways into the qualification

    Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed AUR20512 Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology, AUR20712 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation or other relevant qualifications.

    Pathways from the qualification

    Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR40212 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, AUR40812 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling or other relevant qualifications.


Entry Requirements

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.


Licensing Information

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements, depending on the work context. Local regulations should be checked for details.


Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the automotive industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

clearly communicating workplace information and ideas with workplace colleagues (verbal and non-verbal), including use of automotive terms

completing workplace reports

using and contributing to workplace procedures

maintaining workplace records

communicating with colleagues and clients to handle verbal enquiries, such as clarifying instructions and responding to requests for information

interpreting the needs of customers

reading and interpreting workplace related documentation

Teamwork

identifying and describe own role and role of others

working within a team

working with diverse individuals and groups

applying knowledge of own role to complete activities efficiently to support team activities and tasks

Problem solving

recognising a workplace problem or a potential problem and take action

determining problems needing priority action

referring problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person and suggesting possible causes

seeking information and assistance as required to solve problems

using a range of problem-solving techniques

taking action to resolve concerns

developing practical responses to common breakdowns in workplace systems and procedures

Initiative and enterprise

adapting to new and emerging situations in the workplace

being proactive and creative in responding to workplace problems, changes and challenges

Planning and organising

planning own work requirements and prioritising actions to achieve required outcomes and ensure tasks are completed on time

identifying risk factors and taking action to minimise risk

Self-management

selecting and using appropriate equipment, materials, processes and procedures

recognising limitations and seeking timely advice

planning own work requirements, setting own work program and managing time to ensure tasks are completed on time

following workplace documentation, such as codes of practice or operating procedures

Learning

asking questions to gain information

identifying sources of information, assistance and expert knowledge to expand knowledge, skills and understanding

participating in self-improvement activities

participating in development of workplace continuous improvement strategies

helping others develop competency

Technology

operating diagnostic and test equipment

performance testing of components, systems and equipment

using tools and equipment efficiently and safely

storing and caring for components, parts, tools, test equipment and support equipment

using business technology to collect, analyse and provide information