Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology
Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology
AUR32721
BHN9
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 23/06/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 23/02/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who service, diagnose and repair battery electric vehicles and components in the automotive, service and repair industry who carry out work according to Australian Standards (AS) 5732 Electric vehicle operations - Maintenance and repair.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
Licensing, legislative and certification requirements may apply to this qualification but vary between states, territories and industry sectors.
Licensing requirements relating to handling refrigerants are governed by the Australian Refrigeration Council.
Users are advised to check with the relevant state/territory jurisdiction or industry body for current requirements.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty nine (29)- seventeen (16) core units plus
- thirteen (13) elective units, of which:
- all units in one of the Specialist elective Groups A or B below must be chosen
- of the remaining units required to make up the elective unit total:
- all may be from the General Elective Group C units listed below
- up to 3 may be from elsewhere in this or any other currently endorsed Certificate III or above training package qualification or accredited course.
Elective units 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 industry-supported vocational outcome.
Specialisations
Specialisation in this qualification is mandatory. The achievement of a specialisation will be identified on testamurs as follows:
- AUR32721 Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology (Light Vehicle)
- AUR32721 Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology (Heavy Vehicle)
Packaging rules to achieve a specialisation
Light Vehicle
Complete all units from Group A - Light Vehicle
Heavy Vehicle
Complete all units from Group B - Heavy Vehicle
1. Core Units
All sixteen (16) core units must be completed.
2. Group A - Light Vehicle
All units in one of the Specialist elective Groups A or B below must be chosen. Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAK24 | AURTTJ011 | Balance wheels and tyres | 10 | Unit of competency |
| OCJ97 | AURETR132 | Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCK27 | AURETH103 | Diagnose and repair high voltage rechargeable energy storage systems in battery electric vehicles | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCK17 | AURLTB103 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCL06 | AURLTD104 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCL42 | AURLTD105 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCJ84 | AURTTB101 | Inspect and service braking systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCJ15 | AURLTJ102 | Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes | 12 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B - Heavy Vehicle
All units in one of the Specialist elective Groups A or B below must be chosen. Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCJ76 | AURHTB101 | Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle air braking systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCJ55 | AURHTQ103 | Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle drive shafts | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCJ72 | AURHTD102 | Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle steering systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCJ71 | AURHTD103 | Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle suspension systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODV93 | AURETH015 | Diagnose, remove and replace heavy electric vehicle rechargeable energy storage systems | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AXA35 | AURTTQ001 | Inspect and service final drive assemblies | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AXB09 | AURTTA006 | Inspect and service hydraulic systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C - General Electives
The remaining units may be chosen from Group C. Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
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Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Apprentices will need to meet the packaging rules and complete the relevant units of competency relating to the specialisation for Heavy Vehicle.
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.
Apprentices will need to meet the packaging rules and complete the relevant units of competency relating to the specialisation for Light Vehicle.
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.