Certificate IV in Motorsport Technology

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform the role of team leader and supervisor in a motorsport environment. It includes preparing competition vehicles, coordinating team operations, performing non-destructive testing, and supervising pit lane operations.

Job roles and employment outcomes

The Certificate IV in Motorsport Technology provides advanced training for those who perform technical and supervisory roles in motorsport.

Job roles related to this qualification include:

master technician

pit crew coordinator.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.


Subjects

To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 10 units of competency, consisting of:

1core unit

plus

9 elective units, of which:

up to 9 elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below

up to 2 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

Imported Unit

add topic BSBWHS401A

Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements

Elective units

Unit code

Unit title

Pre requisites

Electrical Technical Electrical and Electronic

AURETR2012

Test and repair basic electrical circuits

AURETR3023

Diagnose and repair electronic spark ignition engine management systems

Mechanical Light Vehicle Technical Steering and Suspension

AURLTD3005

Repair suspension systems (light vehicle)

Mechanical Light Vehicle Technical Brakes

AURLTB4001

Overhaul braking system components (light)

Mechanical Light Vehicle Technical Driveline and Final Drives

AURLTQ3001

Repair final drive assemblies (light vehicle)

AURLTQ3002

Repair final drive driveline (light vehicle)

Mechanical Light Vehicle Technical - Transmission

AURLTX3001

Repair transmissions - manual (light vehicle)

Motorsport Sales and Marketing

AURMCA5001

Manage motorsport team media liaison

AURMCA5002

Manage motorsport team promotional partnerships and marketing

Motorsport

AURMGA4002

Manage personal presentation and development

Motorsport Information Technology

AURMKA4001

Manage motorsport data

AURETR2012 AURMDA3003 add topic MEM30012A

Motorsport Management, Leadership and Supervision

AURMMA4002

Manage the preparation of a competition vehicle

AURMMA5003

Manage motorsport operations

AURMMA5004

Manage motorsport team development

AURMMA5005

Manage team pit lane and service area operations

AURMTA3005

AURMMA5006

Prepare and implement race strategies

Motorsport Technical

AURMTA3007

Conduct non-destructive testing

AURMTA3009

Collect and log motorsport data

AURMTA5003

Determine material suitability for competition vehicle components

AURMTA3007 add topic MEM30012A

AURMTA5008

Apply aerodynamic and vehicle dynamic principles and effects to competition vehicles

AURMTD4002 AURMTJ4001 add topic MEM30012A

Motorsport Technical Steering and Suspension

AURMTD4001

Test suspension dampers using a dynamometer

add topic MEM30012A

AURMTD4002

Prepare competition vehicle suspension

AURTTD2004 AURLTD3005

Motorsport Technical Engines

AURMTE4001

Test engines using a dynamometer

Motorsport Technical Fuel Systems

AURMTF4001

Analyse and repair complex performance carburetted fuel systems

AURTTF2001 AURTTF3006

AURMTF4002

Analyse and repair performance fuel injection systems

AURETR3023 AURTTF2001

Motorsport Technical Wheels and Tyres

AURMTJ4001

Select and prepare tyres and wheels for motorsport applications

Motorsport Technical Driveline and Final Drives

AURMTQ4001

Analyse and repair complex performance driveline systems

AURLTQ3001 AURLTQ3002 AURLTX3001 AURMTA3007

Mechanical Miscellaneous Technical

AURTTA4021

Carry out diagnosis of complex system faults

Mechanical Miscellaneous Technical Steering and Suspension

AURTTD2004

Inspect and service suspension systems

AURTTD4005

Overhaul steering system components

Mechanical Miscellaneous Technical Engines

AURTTE4005

Overhaul engines and associated engine components

Mechanical Miscellaneous Technical Fuel Systems

AURTTF2001

Service petrol fuel systems

AURTTF3006

Diagnose and repair petrol carburettor systems

AURTTF4007

Overhaul petrol fuel system components

Mechanical Miscellaneous Technical Driveline and Final Drives

AURTTQ4004

Overhaul final drive assemblies

Mechanical Miscellaneous Technical Transmission

AURTTX4007

Overhaul clutch assemblies

AURTTX4008

Overhaul transmissions (manual)

AURTTX4009

Overhaul transmissions (automatic)

Imported Units

add topic MEM30012A

Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment


Pathways...

    Pathways from the qualification

    Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR50312 Diploma of Motorsport Technology, AUR50212 Diploma in Automotive Technology or other relevant qualifications.


Entry Requirements

Those undertaking Certificate IV in Motorsport Technology are required to have completed the automotive qualification AUR30912 Certificate III in Motorsport Technology or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency.


Licensing Information

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements. 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 verbal and non-verbal information and ideas with workplace colleagues, 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 describing own role and role of others

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 potential problem and taking 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 and 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 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