Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
AUR30612
J394
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
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 perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of light vehicles in the automotive service and repair industry.
Job roles and employment outcomes
The Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology prepares new employees or recognises and develops existing workers performing mechanical work in the automotive light vehicle service and repair industry.
Job roles related to this qualification include:
light vehicle mechanical technician.
Application
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in thirty six (36) units of competency, consisting of:- twenty (20) core units, plus
- sixteen (16) elective units, of which:
- up to sixteen (16) elective units may be chosen from the elective units list
- up to six (6) elective units may be chosen from a Certificate II 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
All twenty (20) units must be completed.
2. Elective Units
Up to sixteen (16) units may be chosen from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W214 | AUR30405 | Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAE6 | AUR30616 | Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.
For elite athletes the minimum hours of employment are 7.5 hours per week, which can be averaged over six month periods.