Description

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to service and repair the mechanical parts, transmission and suspension systems of vehicles within the motorsport sector. It is suitable for entry into the automotive motorsport service and repair sector.

Job roles and employment outcomes
The Certificate III in Motorsport Technology offers training to service and repair the mechanical components of motorsport vehicles, and to operate sustainably and safely within a motorsport environment.
Employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:
a number three mechanic within a V8 Supercar team
a vehicle service and repair technician within a motorsport race team
service/pit crew race team member
an opportunity to branch into different roles within a race team which may include data technician, engine technician, driveline technician, machinist, fabricator or promotional activities.

Application
This qualification is typically used to develop employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing mechanical technology service and repair tasks in the motorsport sector of the automotive industry.
They would be expected to perform a range of skilled operations involving known routines, methods and procedures and take some accountability for the quality of outcomes. Some complex and non-routine activities involving individual responsibility or autonomy and/or collaboration with others may be expected.
Training programs for this qualification are suitable to be undertaken as part of a formal training contract with an employer under an Australian Traineeship arrangement.