Overview
This course is an introductory qualification to the automotive retail, service and repair industries and an entry to further training in several sectors. It is designed for application in a highly supervised context, such as VET in Schools (VETiS) or other equivalent introduction or induction to industry environments. The range of technical skills and knowledge is limited.
Qualification: Qualification: |
Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation AUR20716 |
Program No: Program No: |
C2-TS11 |
Campus: Campus: |
CIT Fyshwick |
Duration: Duration: |
2 semesters part time (One day per week, approximately 6 hours) No additional study is required for the program. |
Cost Info: Cost Info: |
Further information about fees is available at Course fees and assistance
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Indicative Cost: Indicative Cost: |
$495
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Likely Job Outcome: Likely Job Outcome: |
This program is designed for students to progress into the Certificate 3 qualifications in the automotive field such as; mechanical, auto electrical, and panel and paint trades. |
Enrolment Type: Application Type: |
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Additional Information
Students are required to provide their own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as: Leather work boots, overalls or long pants, long sleeve shirt that are from cotton drill type fabric, safety glasses and ear plugs. Further details for purchasing this PPE will be made available upon the enrolment information session.
From Semester 1 2019 you will be required to bring your own laptop or tablet to each class.
Skills Recognition
Entry Requirements
Open entry.
You must be able to read and write documents and understand maths concepts to a level required for Year 9.
To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Literacy Skills Information
We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework levels of at least 2 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your program of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this program. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with a lower level program, or enrol in the Certificate I in Skills for Vocational Pathways (FSK10213) to develop your literacy skills. Please visit Foundation Skills.
Transition Information
Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.
Subject Cancellations/Changes
To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.
Subject Information
Complete 12 subjects
Core: Complete all 7
- AURAEA002
Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an
automotive workplace
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CIT Code: |
AUTM514 |
Cost: |
Standard $55.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to follow
environmental and sustainability best practices, including complying
with established workplace procedures and environmental regulations as
well as following sustainability practices that may reduce the
environmental impact of work practices and outputs. It applies to
those working in the automotive industry. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- AURAFA003
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
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CIT Code: |
AUTM562 |
Cost: |
Standard $44.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to
communicate in an automotive workplace. It involves communicating
effectively by conveying and receiving information using verbal and
non-verbal techniques and correct automotive technical terminology. It
applies to those working in the automotive service and repair
industry. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- AURAFA004
Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace
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CIT Code: |
AUTR331 |
Cost: |
Standard $44.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify,
clarify and resolve routine basic problems commonly encountered in an
automotive workplace. It involves determining and implementing
solutions to identified problems, and identifying and reporting on
their effectiveness. It applies to those working in the automotive
service and repair industry. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- AURASA002
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
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CIT Code: |
AUTM515 |
Cost: |
Standard $44.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify
and follow safety and emergency procedures in an automotive workplace.
It involves those safety procedures to be followed when using
workplace hand tools and hand-held power tools, fixed equipment, and
chemicals, and when running vehicles and machinery. It includes the
individual?s responsibility for safety and emergency response in the
event of an accident or incident. It applies to those working on
agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles,
marine vessels, motorcycles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power
equipment in the automotive service and repair industry. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- AURTTK002
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive
workplace
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CIT Code: |
AUTM252 |
Cost: |
Standard $44.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select,
use, maintain and store tools and equipment in an automotive
workplace. It applies to those working in all sectors of the
automotive industry. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- AURETR003
Identify automotive electrical systems and components
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CIT Code: |
AUTM658 |
Cost: |
Standard $55.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify
the function and basic operation of a range of vehicle electrical
systems and components. It involves preparing for the task, locating
information on the systems and components, and demonstrating knowledge
of electrical systems. It applies to those undertaking a Vocational
Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational
qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and
repair or automotive manufacturing industry. The unit is designed for
use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a
vocational qualification. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- AURLTA001
Identify automotive mechanical systems and components
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CIT Code: |
AUTM659 |
Cost: |
Standard $55.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify
the function and basic operation of a range of vehicle mechanical
systems and components. It involves preparing for the task, locating
information on the systems and components, and demonstrating knowledge
of mechanical systems. It applies to those undertaking a Vocational
Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational
qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and
repair or automotive manufacturing industry. The unit is designed for
use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a
vocational qualification. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
Electives: Complete 5
- AURAMA001
Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace
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CIT Code: |
AUTM487 |
Cost: |
Standard $44.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to work
effectively with a range of people in an automotive workplace. It
involves identifying own and others? job roles, communicating
appropriately, working in shared tasks, and dealing with issues,
problems and conflicts. It applies to those working in the automotive
service and repair industry. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- AURETR006
Solder electrical wiring and circuits
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CIT Code: |
AUTM311 |
Cost: |
Standard $44.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to solder
electrical components, electrical circuits and system wiring. It
involves preparing for the task, preparing components, circuits and
wiring for soldering, carrying out soldering, and completing workplace
processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the
automotive service and repair industry. The electrical wiring and
circuits include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial
vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles
or outdoor power equipment. ? |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- AURTTA005
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and
adhesives
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CIT Code: |
AUTM321 |
Cost: |
Standard $22.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select
and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives in the
automotive vehicle industry. It involves preparing for the task,
selecting and using sealants and adhesives, preparing and installing
bearings, seals and gaskets, and completing workplace processes and
documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service
and repair industry, It includes agricultural machinery, heavy
commercial vehicles, light vehicle, marine vessels, mobile plant
machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- AURTTJ003
Remove and replace wheel and tyre assemblies
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CIT Code: |
AUTM660 |
Cost: |
Standard $22.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to remove
and replace wheel and tyre assemblies. It requires the learner to plan
and prepare the task; identify wheel and tyre assemblies; remove wheel
and tyre assemblies; inspect components and identify their function;
replace the wheel and tyre assembly; and maintain the work area, tools
and equipment. It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education
and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as
preparation to entering the automotive service and repair or
automotive manufacturing industry. The unit is designed for use in a
highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational
qualification. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- AURTTA001
Remove and tag steering, suspension and braking system
components
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CIT Code: |
AUTR256 |
Cost: |
Standard $33.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify,
remove and tag a range of steering, suspension and braking system
components. It involves preparing for the work, removing and tagging
components by title, job number and application, and completing
workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those undertaking
a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or
pre-vocational qualification as preparation for entering the
automotive retail, service and repair industry. The unit is designed
for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in
a vocational qualification. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
Related Courses
More Information
For more information about this course please contact CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au