Certificate III In Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Get your apprenticeship in heavy vehicle mechanics started here

If you work in the heavy commercial vehicle mechanical technology industry and want to gain a formal qualification in the field, this course is for you.

During the course, you'll learn about workplace safety and equipment and gain hands on experience servicing everything from batteries, transmissions, engine and drive assemblies to hydraulic, steering and braking systems.

This is an accredited apprenticeship course, which involves a competency-based assessment program that can be undertaken in the workplace, at Chisholm, or a combination of both.

When you successfully complete this course, you’ll have the confidence to work on a broad range of heavy road transport components.

This nationally recognised qualification may lead to employment in roles such as automotive motor mechanic and heavy commercial vehicle repair technician.

Course code: AUR31120
Delivery location: Dandenong
International: Not available for International students
Length: Part Time, 3 years.
Start dates: Ongoing

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Timetable

• Days per week: 4
• Hours per day: 7
• Expected hours of self-directed learning per week: 3

The course can be completed part time over three years, in conjunction with on the job training.

A training plan can be negotiated with employers to suit their requirements.

All learning is conducted in person on campus.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
AURASA102	Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURETR112	Test and repair basic electrical circuits
AURETR122	Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems
AURETR124	Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems
AURETR125	Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
AURETR129	Diagnose and repair charging systems
AURETR144	Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems
AURHTB101	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle air braking systems
AURHTD102	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle steering systems
AURETR130	Diagnose and repair starting systems
AURHTD103	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle suspension systems
AURHTZ101	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle emission control systems
AURHTE102	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines
AURTTA104	Carry out servicing operations
AURHTF102	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems
AURTTE104	Inspect and service engines
AURHTQ102	Diagnose and repair heavy commercial vehicle final drive assemblies
AURHTX103	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle automatic transmissions
AURTTF105	Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems
AURHTX104	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle clutch systems
AURHTQ103	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle drive shafts
AURTTA105	Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
AURETR143	Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems
AURTTA118	Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
AURTTF102	Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
AURTTC103	Diagnose and repair cooling systems
AURTTX103	Inspect and service automatic transmissions
AURTTK102	Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
AURTTQ103	Inspect and service drive shafts
AURAEA002	Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURTTB004	Inspect and service air braking systems
AURHTX101	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle manual transmissions
AURHTB002	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle hydraulic and air over hydraulic braking systems
AURTTK001	Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
AURTTA113	Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems
AURTTA006	Inspect and service hydraulic systems
AURTTQ001	Inspect and service final drive assemblies
AURETR006	Solder electrical wiring and circuits

Assessment methods

• Observation
• Questioning or Test/Quiz
Admission requirements

You must have a Registered Training Agreement with your employer
Inherent requirements
PHYSICAL:

You will:
• be on your feet for periods of time
• use hand tools and power tools
• be exposed to noisy environments
• be reasonably fit as some lifting may be required
• have good eyesight and hearing as students will have to visually inspect vehicles and listen for unusual noises.
Language, literacy and numeracy
You are required to complete a language, literacy and numeracy skills test before course commencement. This will determine course suitability and if you may need additional support.

We use an approved online skills review tool to determine your language, literacy and numeracy skills within the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).

Below are the levels required for this course:

• Language and literacy: 2
• Numeracy: 2
Practical placement

There are no practical placement requirements for this course.
Simulated work environment

The automotive workshop is considered a real work environment with personal protective equipment (PPE) required at all times.

PPE consists of:
• long work pants
• long sleeve work shirt
• steel capped work boots
• safety glasses (will be provided).

Requirements for the automotive workshop sessions:

• Approved PPE/work wear is required when in the workshop
• long hair must be tied up. Nails must be kept short, no acrylic nails.
• Jewellery/Piercings – kept to a minimum.
• Personal hygiene – showering and wearing of deodorant is expected.
• Student attire must not breach any anti-discrimination legislation.

Course and career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Certificate III In Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology	Certificate IV in Automotive Management
Possible job outcome	heavy commercial vehicle mechanic	service advisor foreman workshop controller

Fees

Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

Fees
Fee Type	Fee Amount	Select
Concession	$1,071	ConcessionAmount
Government subsidised	$5,355	GovernmentSubsidisedAmount
Full fee paying	$23,800	FullfeeAmount
Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
Materials	$650	MaterialFeeAmount
And one of: Student services – concession (annual) OR	$135	studentservicefeewithConcession
Student services - no concession (annual)	$270	studentservicefeewithnoConcession

Total fees

Additional costs testing

There may be some additional costs required to successfully complete your course. This may be equipment, tools or text books.

Uniform/PPE Approx Cost $100 - $200
Details: PPE (personal protective equipment must be worn in the workshop area)

*Student tuition fees are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.
**You are required to pay additional fees for materials and support services, not covered by your tuition fees. This may include things like learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing, and vary depending on the course you study. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment.

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Payment plans

At Chisholm, you can spread your course costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships.

Government-subsidised training

Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding. See eligiblity requirements for government-subsidised training.

Other financial assistance available for apprentices

As an apprentice you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with the costs of undertaking an apprenticeship. Read more about financial assistance for apprentices.

Employers

As an employer of an Australian Apprentice, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with hiring, training and retaining an apprentice. Find out more about your eligibility for financial assistance
Skills recognition

Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

Find out about advanced standing for graduate certificate, graduate diploma and bachelor degree courses.

Please note: Students may be required to undertake an assessment of their literacy and numeracy as part of their application process.

Chisholm is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and provides Nationally Recognised Training (NRT). This means you can be assured that our training will provide you with a qualification that is recognised and respected across Australia.

Chisholm courses are subject to minimum and maximum group numbers. Courses may be cancelled or postponed if minimum numbers are not achieved by the start date of the course. Courses may close prior to the start date if the maximum numbers are reached. In that situation, eligible applicants will be offered a place in the next available intake.

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Get your apprenticeship in heavy vehicle mechanics started here

Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)

Apprentices

Payment plans

Scholarships

Government-subsidised training

Other financial assistance available for apprentices

Employers