This course has the following essential entry requirements:
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
The fee you pay at TasTAFE will depend on the course you choose and may vary depending on the level of government subsidy available, the cost of delivery, any previous study you have undertaken and/or your personal circumstances. Tuition fees for this course are available at the top of the page via
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Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.
For this course, you will need to pay for the following items:
- MyProfiling $50
- CDX Global $85
- Automate $36
For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).
*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.
Further information on fees, payments and other costs.
The following skills and attributes will be useful to students studying this course:
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
- Basic comprehension and mechanical aptitude skills
- The ability to use a computer and phone Apps
There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.
Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.
For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.
You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.
For this course, you will need:
- Safety glasses – required to meet Australian Standards AS1337 and have clear lenses
- Safety Footwear (steel cap toe)
- Combination overalls
- Optional – Hearing protection (ear muffs/ear plugs)
- Optional – Hand protection (gloves)
Those students who wish to gain an Air Conditioning Licence will be guided to select the appropriate electives. Students will first need to apply for a Trainee Licence prior to undertaking the training and assessment.
Successful completion of this course can lead to eligibility to apply for Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) Air-conditioning Handling Licence. Please note that TasTAFE do not issue the licence and that it is the responsibility of the individual to meet any additional requirements. Further details can be found here Australian Refrigeration Council Website.
Those students who need a Forklift Licence need to have a driver’s licence and be 18 years of age.
Successful completion of this course can lead to eligibility to apply for a Workplace Standards Forklift Licence. Please note that TasTAFE do not issue the licence and that it is your responsibility to meet any additional requirements. Further details can be found on the WorkSafe Tasmania website.
On successful completion of this course you will receive a AUR30616 - Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
Below is a list of all core and elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.
Core units |
AURAEA002 |
Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace |
AURASA002 |
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
AURETR012 |
Test and repair basic electrical circuits |
AURETR023 |
Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems |
AURETR025 |
Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles |
AURETR029 |
Diagnose and repair charging systems |
AURETR030 |
Diagnose and repair starting systems |
AURETR031 |
Diagnose and repair ignition systems |
AURLTB003 |
Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems |
AURLTD004 |
Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems |
AURLTD005 |
Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems |
AURLTE002 |
Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines |
AURLTZ001 |
Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems |
AURTTA004 |
Carry out servicing operations |
AURTTA018 |
Carry out diagnostic procedures |
AURTTB001 |
Inspect and service braking systems |
AURTTC003 |
Diagnose and repair cooling systems |
AURTTE004 |
Inspect and service engines |
AURTTF001 |
Inspect and service petrol fuel systems |
AURTTK002 |
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace |
Elective units |
AURETR007 |
Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems |
AURETR020 |
Diagnose and repair network electronic control systems |
AURETR022 |
Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems |
AURETR024 |
Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems |
AURETR043 |
Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems |
AURETR044 |
Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems |
AURETR103 |
Identify automotive electrical systems and components |
AURETR115 |
Inspect, test and service batteries |
AURETR132 |
Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems |
AURETR135 |
Apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine operation |
AURETU003 |
Service air conditioning and HVAC systems |
AURETU004 |
Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC systems |
AURLTA101 |
Identify automotive mechanical systems and components |
AURLTD006 |
Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations |
AURLTJ002 |
Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes |
AURLTJ011 |
Select light vehicle wheels and tyres |
AURLTJ013 |
Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies |
AURLTQ001 |
Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies |
AURLTQ012 |
Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts |
AURLTX001 |
Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions |
AURLTX013 |
Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems |
AURTTA104 |
Carry out servicing operations |
AURTTA105 |
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives |
AURTTB013 |
Machine brake drums and brake disc rotors |
AURTTC001 |
Inspect and service cooling systems |
AURTTD002 |
Inspect and service steering systems |
AURTTD004 |
Inspect and service suspension systems |
AURTTF005 |
Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems |
AURTTF102 |
Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems |
AURTTJ011 |
Balance wheels and tyres |
AURTTK001 |
Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace |
AURTTQ001 |
Inspect and service final drive assemblies |
AURTTQ103 |
Inspect and service drive shafts |
AURTTX003 |
Inspect and service automatic transmissions |
AURTTX102 |
Inspect and service manual transmissions |
AURTTZ102 |
Diagnose and repair exhaust systems |
AURVTA002 |
Remove and replace vehicle supplementary restraint systems |
AURVTW018 |
Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting |
AURVTW109 |
Carry out basic gas metal arc welding |
TLILIC0003 |
Licence to operate a forklift truck |