AUR40412 - Certificate IV in Automotive Performance Enhancement
Certificate IV in Automotive Performance Enhancement
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to analyse and repair complex performance driveline systems.
Job roles or employment outcomes
The Certificate IV in Automotive Performance Enhancement is intended to provide advanced training for automotive technicians who want to further develop their technical, diagnostic and repair skills.
Job outcomes targeted by this qualification include:
master technician
performance vehicle technician
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:
3core units listed below
plus
7 elective units, of which:
up to 7 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
Pre requisites
Motorsport - Technical - Engines
AURMTE4001
Test engines using a dynamometer
Motorsport - Technical - Fuel Systems
AURMTF4002
Analyse and repair performance fuel injection systems
AURETR3023 AURTTF2001
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical
AURTTA4021
Carry out diagnosis of complex system faults
Elective units
Unit code
Unit title
Pre requisites
Administration - Foundation Skills
AURAFA5006
Prepare technical reports
AURAFA5007
Develop and document specifications and procedures
Administration - Management, Leadership and Supervision
AURAMA5006
Contribute to business improvement
Electrical - Technical - Electrical and Electronic
AURETR3023
Diagnose and repair electronic spark ignition engine management systems
AURETR5033
Develop and apply electronic systems modification
AURETR5034
Develop and apply electrical systems modification
Mechanical - Light Vehicle - Technical - Brakes
AURLTB4001
Overhaul braking system components (light)
Mechanical - Light Vehicle - Technical Steering and Suspension
AURLTD3005
Repair suspension systems (light vehicle)
Mechanical - Light Vehicle - Technical Driveline and Final Drives
AURLTQ3001
Repair final drive assemblies (light vehicle)
AURLTQ3002
Repair final drive driveline (light vehicle)
Motorsport - Technical
AURMTA3007
Conduct non-destructive testing
AURMTA5003
Determine material suitability for competition vehicle components
Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment
Pathways...
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR50212 Diploma of Automotive Technology or other relevant qualifications.
Entry Requirements
Those undertaking Certificate IV in Automotive Performance Enhancement are required to have completed an automotive AUR30612 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical 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 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
