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Certificate IV in Automotive Performance Enhancement

Certificate IV in Automotive Performance Enhancement

Qualification
National Code:
AUR40412
State Code:
J417
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0305 - Automotive Engineering And Technology
Original TGA Release Date
17/01/2013
Approved Date
08/08/2013
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
354
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/01/2013
VET Act Conditions
—
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 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

Application
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
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.

PACKAGING RULES
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in ten (10) units of competency, consisting of:
- three (3) core units listed below, plus
- seven (7) elective units, of which:
- up to seven (7) elective units may be chosen from the elective units list
- up to two (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.
1. Core Units

Three (3) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
WF288 AURMTF4002 Analyse and repair performance fuel injection systems 36 Unit of competency
WF388 AURTTA4021 Carry out diagnosis of complex system faults 40 Unit of competency
WF286 AURMTE4001 Test engines using a dynamometer 32 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

Up to seven (7) 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
WF287 AURMTF4001 Analyse and repair complex performance carburetted fuel systems 36 Unit of competency
WF290 AURMTQ4001 Analyse and repair complex performance driveline systems 36 Unit of competency
WF283 AURMTA5008 Apply aerodynamic and vehicle dynamic principles and effects to competition vehicles 50 Unit of competency
W5428 MEM30012A Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment 60 Unit of competency
WF280 AURMTA3007 Conduct non-destructive testing 30 Unit of competency
WF026 AURAMA5006 Contribute to business improvement 32 Unit of competency
WF282 AURMTA5003 Determine material suitability for competition vehicle components 40 Unit of competency
WF124 AURETR5034 Develop and apply electrical systems modification 36 Unit of competency
WF123 AURETR5033 Develop and apply electronic systems modification 36 Unit of competency
WF436 AURTTL5015 Develop and apply gas fuel system modifications 40 Unit of competency
WF392 AURTTA5023 Develop and apply hydraulic system modifications 40 Unit of competency
WF391 AURTTA5022 Develop and apply mechanical system modifications 40 Unit of competency
WF017 AURAFA5007 Develop and document specifications and procedures 40 Unit of competency
WF105 AURETR3023 Diagnose and repair electronic spark ignition engine management systems 55 Unit of competency
WF415 AURTTF3006 Diagnose and repair petrol carburettor systems 30 Unit of competency
WF368 AURTNA5001 Estimate and calculate costs to repair, maintain or modify a vehicle 36 Unit of competency
WE723 BSBWHS401A Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements 40 Unit of competency
WF406 AURTTD2004 Inspect and service suspension systems 20 Unit of competency
WF366 AURTEA4001 Manage environmental compliance in the mechanical repair industry 40 Unit of competency
WF220 AURLTB4001 Overhaul braking system components (light) 32 Unit of competency
WF452 AURTTX4007 Overhaul clutch assemblies 40 Unit of competency
WF410 AURTTE4005 Overhaul engines and associated engine components 60 Unit of competency
WF440 AURTTQ4004 Overhaul final drive assemblies 32 Unit of competency
WF417 AURTTF4007 Overhaul petrol fuel system components 32 Unit of competency
WF407 AURTTD4005 Overhaul steering system components 36 Unit of competency
WF454 AURTTX4009 Overhaul transmissions (automatic) 40 Unit of competency
WF453 AURTTX4008 Overhaul transmissions (manual) 32 Unit of competency
WF016 AURAFA5006 Prepare technical reports 40 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
WF227 AURLTD3005 Repair suspension systems (light vehicle) 30 Unit of competency
WF244 AURLTX3001 Repair transmissions - manual (light vehicle) 30 Unit of competency
WF289 AURMTJ4001 Select and prepare tyres and wheels for motorsport applications 26 Unit of competency
WF411 AURTTF2001 Service petrol fuel systems 20 Unit of competency
WF284 AURMTD4001 Test suspension dampers using a dynamometer 32 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W226 AUR40405 Certificate IV in Automotive Performance Enhancement Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAD9 AUR40416 Certificate IV in Automotive Performance Enhancement Qualification
No information
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.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information