Certificate III Automotive Technology

Clark Education City’s Certificate III Automotive Technology is designed for those wanting to pursue an Auto mechanical Light Vehicle trade outcome. Combines industry relevant learning and assessment strategies, guiding students in developing a competitive advantage for success.

Course Duration

12 months

Average Contact Hours

18 per week

Pre-Requisite

IELTS Entry 5.5 or equivalent

Professional Development

All assessments undertaken are designed to replicate the types of skills and standards that will be required for success in the construction industry eg. practical demonstrations, project-based work and presentations. Additional services provided to CEC students to enhance their employability include the following:
  1. Resume Workshop
  2. Interview Skills Workshop
  3. English for Carpentry and Joinery
  4. Australian Culture, Language and Communications Workshop
  5. Careers and Further Education Workshop
  6. Student Mentoring
  7. Industry Tours
  8. Work Experience
  9. Uniforms

Course Outline

WORKPLACE SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT
Apply safe working practices
Implement and monitor environmental regulations in the automotive mechanical industry

MAINTENANCE
Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment
Carry out servicing operations

ENGINES
Inspect and service engines
Repair engines and associated engine components

COOLING
Inspect and service cooling systems
Repair cooling systems

STEERING
Inspect and service steering systems
Repair steering systems

SUSPENSION
Inspect and service suspension systems
Repair suspension systems

ELECTRICAL
Test, service and charge batteries
Carry out diagnostic procedures
Carry out repairs to single electrical circuits
Repair charging systems
Repair starting systems
Service and repair electronic spark ignition engine management systems
Service and repair electronic drive management systems
Service and repair electronic body management systems
Service and repair electronically controlled anti-lock braking systems
Service and repair electronically operated traction control systems
Service and repair electronically operated stability control systems

BRAKES
Inspect and service braking systems
Machine brake drums and brake disc rotors
Repair hydraulic braking systems

TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS
Inspect, service and/or repair clutch assemblies and associated operating system components
Repair transmissions (manual)
Inspect and service transmission (automatic)
Repair final drive assemblies Repair final drive (driveline)

AIR CONDITIONING
Service air conditioning systems
Repair/retrofit air conditioning systems

WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Carry out wheel alignment operations

IGNITION
Repair ignition systems

FUEL SYSTEMS
Service petrol systems
Repair petrol fuel systems Service diesel fuel injection systems

EMISSION
Repair and replace emission control systems

BODY REPAIR
Remove and replace supplementary restrain systems (SRS)

Pre Enrolment Information

CEC will provide you with the following additional information prior to enrolment:
  1. Student selection, enrolment, SSP Visa and induction/orientation procedures
  2. Course information, including content and vocational outcomes
  3. Fees and charges, including refund policy and exemptions (where applicable)
  4. Provision for language, literacy and numeracy assistance
  5. Student support, including any external support the CEC has arranged for students
  6. Flexible learning and assessment procedures
  7. Welfare and guidance services
  8. Appeals and complaints procedures
  9. Disciplinary procedures
  10. Staff responsibilities for access and equity as provided for in CEC’s code of practice
  11. Living in Clark Special Economic Zone (CSEZ)

This is a NTR registered program