AUR31512 - Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology
Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks on a variety of diesel engines and associated systems within the automotive service and repair sector.
Job roles and employment outcomes
The Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers performing mechanical work in the diesel engine service and repair sector.
Employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:
diesel engine technicians
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Subjects
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 28 units of competency, consisting of:
14core units
plus
14 elective units, of which:
up to 14 elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below
up to 5 elective units may be chosen from a Certificate III 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 & Safety
AURASA2002
Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace
Electrical - Technical - Electrical and Electronic
AURETR2012
Test and repair basic electrical circuits
AURETR3025
Test, charge and replace batteries
Mechanical - Heavy Vehicle - Technical - Engines
AURHTE3002
Repair engines and associated engine components (heavy vehicle)
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical
AURTTA2004
Carry out servicing operations
AURTTA3018
Carry out diagnostic procedures
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Engines
AURTTE2004
Inspect and service engines
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Fuel Systems
AURTTF3004
Repair diesel fuel injection systems
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Tools and Equipment
AURTTK2001
Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
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