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Certificate III in Automotive Drivetrain Technology
Certificate III in Automotive Drivetrain Technology
AUR31612
J404
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 17/01/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of drivetrain systems within the automotive service and repair sector.
Job roles or employment outcomes
The Certificate III in Automotive Drivetrain Technology is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers performing mechanical work in the automotive light or heavy vehicle service and repair sector.
Employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:
automotive light vehicle repair technicians
automotive heavy vehicle repair technicians
Application
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in twenty five (25) units of competency, consisting of:- eleven (11) core units, plus
- all specialist elective units in one (1) of the selected specialist groups relating to occupational streams, plus
- ten to twelve (10-12) general elective units to bring the total number of units to twenty five (25), of which:
- ten to twelve (10-12) elective units may be chosen from the elective units list;
- up to five (5) elective units may be chosen from a Certificate II 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 the qualification.
1. Core Units
All eleven (11) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF032 | AURASA2002 | Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF385 | AURTTA3018 | Carry out diagnostic procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF448 | AURTTX2003 | Inspect and service transmissions (automatic) | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF447 | AURTTX2002 | Inspect and service transmissions (manual) | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF008 | AURAEA3003 | Monitor environmental and sustainability best practice in the automotive mechanical industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF438 | AURTTQ2002 | Remove and refit driveline components | 12 | Unit of competency |
| WF439 | AURTTQ2003 | Service final drive (driveline) | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WF437 | AURTTQ2001 | Service final drive assemblies | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WF092 | AURETR2012 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF107 | AURETR3025 | Test, charge and replace batteries | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF421 | AURTTK2002 | Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: Elective units - Light Vehicle Automatic Drivelines
All specialist elective units in one (1) of the selected specialist groups must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF454 | AURTTX4009 | Overhaul transmissions (automatic) | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WF245 | AURLTX3002 | Repair transmissions - automatic (light vehicle) | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF117 | AURETR3044 | Service and repair electronic drive management systems | 45 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: Elective units - Heavy Vehicle Automatic Drivelines
All specialist elective units in one (1) of the selected specialist groups must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF167 | AURHTX3003 | Repair transmissions - automatic (heavy vehicle) | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF117 | AURETR3044 | Service and repair electronic drive management systems | 45 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: Elective units - Light Vehicle Manual Drivelines
All specialist elective units in one (1) of the selected specialist groups must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF453 | AURTTX4008 | Overhaul transmissions (manual) | 32 | Unit of competency |
| WF242 | AURLTQ3002 | Repair final drive - driveline (light vehicle) | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF241 | AURLTQ3001 | Repair final drive assemblies (light vehicle) | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF244 | AURLTX3001 | Repair transmissions - manual (light vehicle) | 30 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D: Elective units - Heavy Vehicle Manual Drivelines
All specialist elective units in one (1) of the selected specialist groups must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF453 | AURTTX4008 | Overhaul transmissions (manual) | 32 | Unit of competency |
| WF163 | AURHTQ3003 | Repair final drive - driveline (heavy vehicle) | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF162 | AURHTQ3002 | Repair final drive assemblies (heavy vehicle) | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF165 | AURHTX3001 | Repair transmissions - manual (heavy vehicle) | 40 | Unit of competency |
6. General Elective Units
Depending on the specialist group chosen, ten to twelve (10-12) elective units may be chosen from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF168 | AURHTX3004 | Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle clutch systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF246 | AURLTX3003 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF212 | AURKTQ3001 | Diagnose and repair mobile plant final drive assemblies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF214 | AURKTX3001 | Diagnose and repair powershift transmissions | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WF452 | AURTTX4007 | Overhaul clutch assemblies | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WF440 | AURTTQ4004 | Overhaul final drive assemblies | 32 | Unit of competency |
| WF456 | AURTTX4011 | Overhaul torque converters | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WF451 | AURTTX3006 | Repair transmissions (hydrostatic) | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D790 | AUR30611 | Certificate III in Automotive Specialist | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAC0 | AUR31616 | Certificate III in Automotive Drivetrain Technology | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
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