Diploma of Motorsport Technology

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to manage motorsport operational or technical teams. It is suitable for those working within the motorsport industry in a management role.

Job roles and employment outcomes

The Diploma of Motorsport Technology is intended to develop new employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are working in management roles in the motorsport sector in the automotive industry.

Job outcomes targeted by this qualification include:

advanced diagnostic technician

motorsport team manager

motorsport design technician.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.


Subjects

To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 9 units of competency, consisting of:

3core units listed below

plus

6 elective units of which;

up to 6 elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below

up to 2 elective units may be chosen from a Certificate IV qualification or above in this Training Package, 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 this qualification.

Core units

Unit code

Unit title

Common - Management, Leadership and Supervision

AURAMA5006

Contribute to business improvement

Motorsport - Management, Leadership and Supervision

AURMMA5003

Manage motorsport operations

AURMMA5004

Manage motorsport team development

Elective units

Unit code

Unit title

Electrical - Technical - Brakes

AURETB5002

Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in braking systems

Electrical - Technical - Steering and Suspension

AURETD5002

Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in stability, steering and suspension systems

Electrical - Technical - Engines

AURETE5001

Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in engine management systems

Electrical - Technical - Electrical and Electronic

AURETR5034

Develop and apply electrical systems modification

Electrical - Technical - Transmission

AURETX5001

Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in transmission and driveline systems

Mechanical - Light Vehicle - Technical - Brakes

AURLTB5002

Analyse and evaluate light vehicle braking system faults

Mechanical - Light Vehicle - Technical - Steering and Suspension

AURLTD5007

Analyse and evaluate light vehicle steering and suspension system faults

Mechanical - Light Vehicle - Technical - Engines

AURLTE5003

Analyse and evaluate light vehicle engine and fuel system faults

Mechanical - Light Vehicle - Technical - Driveline and Final Drives

AURLTQ5003

Analyse and evaluate light vehicle driveline system faults

Motorsport - Sales and Marketing

AURMCA5001

Manage motorsport team media liaison

AURMCA5002

Manage motorsport team promotional partnerships and marketing

Motorsport - Management, Leadership and Supervision

AURMMA5005

Manage team pit lane and service area operations

AURMMA5006

Prepare and implement race strategies

Motorsport - Technical

AURMTA5003

Determine material suitability for competition vehicle components

AURMTA5008

Apply aerodynamic and vehicle dynamic principles and effects to competition vehicles

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical

AURTTA5022

Develop and apply mechanical system modifications

Imported Units

add topic BSBWHS401A

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

add topic MSAENV672B

Develop workplace policy and procedures for environmental sustainability


Pathways...

    Pathways from the qualification

    Further training pathways from this qualification may lead to a relevant Advanced Diploma.


Entry Requirements

Entrants to this qualification are required to have completed AUR40312 Certificate IV in Motorsport Technology or be able to demonstrate equivalent competence.


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