Qualification Outline

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Diploma of Automotive Technology

Diploma of Automotive Technology

Qualification
National Code:
AUR50216
State Code:
BAE1
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0305 - Automotive Engineering And Technology
Original TGA Release Date
14/04/2016
Approved Date
22/03/2022
Stream of Study
Trade Technician/Supervisory or Equivelant (3300)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
440
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
4.00
Current Release Date
14/02/2021
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
4.00 14/02/2021 Replaced Approved
3.00 13/11/2020 Replaced Approved
2.00 07/12/2018 Replaced Approved
1.00 14/04/2016 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who diagnose, analyse, evaluate, design and modify vehicle systems in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = Twelve (12)
- One (1) core unit, plus
- Eleven (11) elective units, of which:
- up to eleven (11) units may be chosen from the Elective Units listed below
- up to two (2) units may be chosen from a Certificate IV 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

One (1) unit must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AXE80 AURAFA007 Develop and document specifications and procedures 40 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

Eleven (11) units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AXE24 AURETA006 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in air conditioning and HVAC systems 32 Unit of competency
AXE29 AURETA002 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in body management systems 32 Unit of competency
AXE26 AURETA004 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in convenience and entertainment systems 36 Unit of competency
AXD51 AURETX001 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in driveline management systems 36 Unit of competency
AXE23 AURETB002 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in dynamic control management systems 32 Unit of competency
AXE28 AURETA001 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in electronic over hydraulic systems 36 Unit of competency
AXE19 AURETE001 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in engine management systems 36 Unit of competency
AXE06 AURETH013 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in HEV and BEV management systems 36 Unit of competency
AXE27 AURETA003 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in monitoring and protection systems 36 Unit of competency
AXE25 AURETA005 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in theft-deterrent systems 32 Unit of competency
AXA49 AURTTL014 Analyse and evaluate faults in gas fuel systems 36 Unit of competency
AXD44 AURHTB005 Analyse and evaluate faults in heavy commercial vehicle braking systems 36 Unit of competency
AXD35 AURHTE004 Analyse and evaluate faults in heavy commercial vehicle engine and fuel systems 36 Unit of competency
AXD38 AURHTD005 Analyse and evaluate faults in heavy commercial vehicle steering and suspension systems 36 Unit of competency
AXC57 AURLTB002 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle braking systems 36 Unit of competency
AXC48 AURLTE003 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle engine and fuel systems 36 Unit of competency
AXC51 AURLTD007 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems 36 Unit of competency
AXC35 AURLTQ003 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle transmission and driveline systems 36 Unit of competency
AXC76 AURKTB002 Analyse and evaluate faults in wheeled mobile plant braking systems 36 Unit of competency
AXE82 AURAFA006 Conduct research and present technical reports 40 Unit of competency
AXD70 AURETR034 Develop and apply electrical system modifications 36 Unit of competency
AXA97 AURTTA022 Develop and apply mechanical system modifications 40 Unit of competency
AXD71 AURETR033 Develop and apply network electronic control system modifications 36 Unit of competency
AXO35 MSMENV672 Develop workplace policy and procedures for environmental sustainability 50 Unit of competency
AXB16 AURTNA001 Estimate and quote automotive vehicle or machinery modifications 36 Unit of competency
OCL72 AURVTN134 Evaluate vehicle body repair materials, equipment and work processes 36 Unit of competency
AWC68 MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices 40 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
J423 AUR50212 Diploma of Automotive Technology Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Those undertaking the Diploma of Automotive Technology must have completed an automotive Certificate IV qualification in one of the following disciplines, or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency.
AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
AUR40816 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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