Certificate III In Mobile Plant Technology

Timetable

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

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
AURETR130	Diagnose and repair starting systems
AURETR124	Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems
AURETR125	Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
AURETR132	Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems
AURETR129	Diagnose and repair charging systems
AURHTE102	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines
AURHTF102	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems
AURTTA118	Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
AURKTR101	Diagnose and repair electronic over hydraulic control systems
AURTTA105	Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
AURTTF102	Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
AURTTE104	Inspect and service engines
AURKTB101	Diagnose and repair mobile plant braking systems
AURTTA104	Carry out servicing operations
AURTTC103	Diagnose and repair cooling systems
AURTTX106	Diagnose and repair hydrostatic transmissions
AURKTQ101	Diagnose and repair mobile plant final drive assemblies
AURAEA002	Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURTTF105	Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems
AURTTA006	Inspect and service hydraulic systems
AURTTK102	Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
AURKTA005	Inspect, service and repair track type drive and support systems
AURKTA111	Diagnose and repair mobile plant hydraulic systems
AURTTX103	Inspect and service automatic transmissions
AURTTA012	Fabricate and install fluid power hose assemblies
AURKTD102	Diagnose and repair mobile plant steering systems
AURTTA011	Install hydraulic systems to specified applications
AURKTX101	Diagnose and repair powershift transmissions
AURETR006	Solder electrical wiring and circuits
AURHTB101	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle air braking systems
AURHTQ103	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle drive shafts
AURHTX104	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle clutch systems
AURHTZ101	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle emission control systems
AURTTK001	Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace

Assessment methods

• Observation
• Test or quiz.

Admission requirements

• You must have a Registered Training Agreement with your employer.
• Minimum age requirement: 15
• Of school leaving age or have a transition from school form.
• Have parental agreement for students under 18 years of age.

Inherent requirements

Our inherent requirements are a guide to help you decide if a course is right for you.

If you are a student with a disability, long-term illness, mental health condition or are a primary carer of an individual with a disability, you can apply for support through our Equitable Learning and Disability Support team.

Physical:
The simulated automotive workshop has all of the tools and equipment required to complete the course, while in the workshop you may be required to:
• 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

Automotive workshop. 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 workshirt and steel-capped work boots. We will provide you with safety glasses for some practical tasks.

Dress code
• 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 Mobile Plant Technology
Possible job outcome	mobile plant technician

Fees

Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

Fees
Fee Type	Fee Amount	Select
Concession	$984	ConcessionAmount
Government subsidised	$4,916	GovernmentSubsidisedAmount
Full fee paying	$23,501	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

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.

Help with fees

Apprentices

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 eligibility 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

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