Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
AUR31220
BFZ0
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 14/02/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 13/11/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of mobile plant machinery in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = Thirty six (36)- Nine (9) core units, plus
- Twenty seven (27) elective units, of which:
- all units in one of the Specialist Elective Groups A to C must be chosen
- of the remaining units required to make up the unit total:
- all may be from the Specialist Elective Groups and general elective units listed below
- up to six (6) may be from a Certificate II qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Elective units chosen must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid vocational outcome.
Specialisations
Where relevant, specialisations can be used in this qualification for:
- Mobile Plant Equipment
- Forklift
- Elevating Work Platform
The achievement of a specialisation will be identified on testamurs as follows:
- AUR31220 Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Mobile Plant Equipment)
- AUR31220 Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Forklift)
- AUR31220 Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Elevating Work Platform)
Mobile Plant Equipment specialisation
Select all units listed in Specialist Elective Group A.
Forklift specialisation
Select all units listed in Specialist Elective Group B.
Elevating Work Platform specialisation
Select all units listed in Specialist Elective Group C.
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AD83 | Mobile Plant Equipment |
1. Core
All nine (9) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCJ39 | AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCL47 | AURTTA118 | Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AXE88 | AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCK41 | AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AXB09 | AURTTA006 | Inspect and service hydraulic systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCJ42 | AURTTA105 | Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCK10 | AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCK04 | AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCL16 | AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: Mobile Plant Equipment specialist Elective Units
All units in one (1) of the Specialist Elective Groups A to C must be chosen.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B: Forklift Specialist Elective Units
All units in one (1) of the Specialist Elective Groups A to C must be chosen.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCK01 | AURETR129 | Diagnose and repair charging systems | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OCL10 | AURTTC103 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODJ91 | AURNTB101 | Diagnose and repair forklift hydraulic braking systems | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCK29 | AURNTD101 | Diagnose and repair forklift hydrostatic steering systems | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCK25 | AURTTA113 | Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCJ99 | AURETR130 | Diagnose and repair starting systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCJ84 | AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCL22 | AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AXB86 | AURNTA001 | Inspect, service and repair forklift mast assemblies | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: Elevating Work Platform Specialist Elective Units
All units in one (1) of the Specialist Elective Groups A to C must be chosen.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. General Elective Units
The remaining units may be chosen from the general elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
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Entry Requirements
Nil.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.