Automotive (Electrical) - Certificate III

Qualification:Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology (AUR30308)

This qualification meets the requirements of the Automotive Industry Retail, Service and Repair Training Package AUR05
Program No:C3-TC15
Summary:This program provides training that will enable you to repair and maintain the electrical systems and components of cars and other vehicles. You must be an apprentice or trainee to enrol in this program.
Delivery Mode:6 semesters part-time (approx 9 blocks of 3 days, approx 24 hours per block)
Job Opportunities:Automotive electrician
Entry Requirements:  You must
- be able to read and write documents and understand maths concepts to a level required to complete Year 10. Early in the program these skills will be assessed – any student who cannot read and write documents and complete maths work to the level needed will be enrolled into additional subjects to help them build the skills needed to successfully complete the program.

If students are entering these programs as an apprentice/trainee they must:

- be employed in the auto industry

- be an Apprentice or Trainee under the Australian Apprenticeship Scheme (AAS) and be registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC) prior to enrolment.

Additional Information: This qualification may also be achieved through other pathways which do not involve a contract of training, such as recognition of prior learning. In all cases achievement or recognition of competence is necessary in all of the required units of competency to be awarded a national qualification.
Availability:Student intake offered in Semester 1 and Semester 2
Additional Information:  You will need to wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment when in the automotive workshops. Electives will be chosen according to specific specialisations and have been developed in consultation with local industry automotive representatives. Consult CIT staff for advice.
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Remember! Completing this application form does not guarantee you a place in the course you have chosen. You have completed an application to enrol only.

Subjects:

To gain the Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology you must successfully complete the following.

Subj

Crse No

Title

Nat/State ID

Core (complete all)

OHSS

412

Apply safe working practices

AURC270103A

AUTM

311

Carry out soldering of electrical wiring/circuits

AURE224008A

AUTM

210

Repair ignition systems

AURE320666B

AUTM

322

Implement and monitor environmental regulations in the automotive mechanical industry

AURT271781A

AUTM

250

Carry out diagnostic procedures

AURT366108A

Electives (complete 23)

Group A Electrical  (complete a minimum of 9)

AUTM

257

Remove and replace electrical/electronic units/assemblies

AURE218664A

AUTM

302

Test, service and charge batteries

AURE218676A

AUTM

201

Carry out repairs to single electrical circuits

AURE218708A

AUTM

206

Install, test and repair low voltage wiring/lighting systems

 AURE219331A

AUTM

208

Install ancillary electrical components

AURE219531A

AUTM

209

Manufacture and repair wiring harness/looms

AURE220140A

AUTM

202

Repair electrical systems

AURE318866A

AUTM

203

Repair instruments and warning systems

AURE318966A

AUTM

312

Repair charging systems

AURE319166B

AUTM

313

Repair starting systems

AURE319266B

AUTM

494

Overhaul starting motors

AURE319245A

Group B Electronics (complete a minimum of 6)

AUTR

431

Service and repair electronically controlled suspension systems

AURE320971A

AUTM

314

Repair electronic systems

AURE321066A

AUTM

315

Service and repair electronic spark ignition engine management systems

AURE321171A

AUTM

316

Service and repair electronic drive management systems

AURE321271A

AUTM

350

Service and repair electronic body management systems

AURE321371A

AUTM

317

Service and repair electronically controlled anti-lock braking systems

AURE321471A

AUTM

318

Service and repair electronically operated traction control system

AURE321571A

AUTM

319

Service and repair electronically operated stability control systems

AURE321671A

AUTM

320

Service and repair electronic compression ignition engine management systems

AURE321771A

Group C (complete a maximum of 8)

AUTM

180

Repair electric braking systems

AURE311666A

AUTM

321

Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

AURT200368A

AUTM

252

Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment

AURT270278A

AUTM

139

Inspect and service engines

AURT201170A

COMM

362

Communicate effectively in the workplace

AURC270789A

AUTM

217

Service air conditioning systems

AURT222670A

AUTM

396

Repair/retrofit air conditioning systems

AURT322666A

AUTM

134

Carry out servicing operations

AURT200108A

AUTM

146

Repair cooling systems

AURT202166B

AUTM

147

Inspect and service cooling systems

AURT202170B

AUTM

150

Service petrol fuel systems

AURT203170B

AUTM

356

Repair and replace emission control systems

AURT304666A

AUTM

254

Establish relations with customers

AURC270421A

AUTM

153

Service diesel fuel injection systems

AURT203670B

AUTM

223

Use and maintain measuring equipment

AURT225667A

AUTM

432

Install air conditioning systems

AURT222631A

AUTM

499

Carry out wheel alignment operations (light vehicle)

AURTL317108A

Electives are chosen in consultation with your employer and CIT staff tom eet National Training Package requirements

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