Diploma of Automotive Technology

Clark Education City’s Diploma of Automotive Technology is designed for those wanting to pursue an Auto mechanical Light Vehicle trade outcome seeking to work at the forefront of current automotive technology. Combines industry relevant learning and assessment strategies, guiding students in developing a competitive advantage for success.

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Course Duration

96 weeks

Average Contact Hours

18 per week

Pre-Requisite

IELTS Entry 5.5

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

Course Outline (Stage 1)

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
Service petrol fuel systems
Service diesel fuel injection systems

EMISSION
Repair and replace emission control systems

BODY REPAIR
Remove and replace supplementary restrain systems (SRS)

Course Outline (Stage 2)

WORKPLACE SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT
Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations in the mechanical repair industry
Ensure a safe workplace

DIAGNOSIS
Carry out diagnosis of complete systems faults
Develop and document specifications and procedures

BRAKING
Assemble and fit braking systems/components
Overhaul braking system components (light)

ELECTRICAL
Repair electrical systems
Overhaul charging system alternators
Overhaul starting motors
Service and repair electronically controlled steering systems
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in stability/steering/ suspension systems
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in engine management systems
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in transmission/ driveline systems
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in braking systems

TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS
Repair transmissions (automatic)
Overhaul clutch assemblies
Overhaul final drive assemblies

FUEL SYSTEMS
Repair diesel fuel systems

WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Reset steering system alignment adjustments to customer specifications

MECHANICAL
Analyse and evaluate light vehicle steering and suspension system faults
Analyse and evaluate light vehicle driveline system faults
Analyse and evaluate light vehicle engine and fuel system faults
Analyse and evaluate light vehicle braking system faults

ENGINES
Overhaul engines and associated engine components

ADMINISTRATION
Prepare written repair quotation

STEERING
Overhaul steering system components

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)