AVM Skills Institute

AUR30620
Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
AUR30620
Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Become a qualified mechanic with this foundational automotive trade qualification. Ideal for entry-level learners or apprentices wanting to service and repair light vehicles.

Course Overview

Gain hands-on skills in inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical systems including brakes, engines, steering, suspension, and electronics. Learn through workshop-based training combined with theoretical instruction.

Career Prospects

Job roles include Light Vehicle Mechanic, Automotive Service Technician, or Workshop Assistant. This course also offers a pathway into Certificate IV and Diploma-level qualifications in automotive.

Core

Unit Code Unit Name
AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURETR112 Test and repair basic electrical circuits
AURETR123 Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems
AURETR125 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
AURETR129 Diagnose and repair charging systems
AURETR130 Diagnose and repair starting systems
AURETR131 Diagnose and repair ignition systems
AURLTD104 Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
AURLTB103 Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems
AURLTD105 Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
AURLTE102 Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines
AURLTZ101 Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems
AURTTA104 Carry out servicing operations
AURTTA118 Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
AURTTB101 Inspect and service braking systems
AURTTC103 Diagnose and repair cooling systems
AURTTE104 Inspect and service engines
AURTTF101 Inspect and service petrol fuel systems
AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

Elective

Unit Code Unit Name
AURAFA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
AURVTA104 Inspect damaged vehicle systems and recommend repairs
AURTTX102 Inspect and service manual transmissions
AURTTX103 Inspect and service automatic transmissions
AURLTJ102 Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes
AURTTA009 Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations
AURTTA017 Carry out vehicle safety inspections
AURTTB015 Assemble and fit braking system components
AURTTC001 Inspect and service cooling systems
AURLTX103 Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems
AURTTA105 Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
AURTTD004 Inspect and service suspension systems
AURTTJ011 Balance wheels and tyres
AURTTK001 Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
AURTTZ102 Diagnose and repair exhaust systems

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