Auto Electrician
Diploma of Automotive Technology
Faculty of Industrial Technology

Duration
2 years

• you have successfully completed Australian Year 12 or equivalent in your country
• you have achieved a minimum English language standard of IELTS 5.5 (academic).

Course Fee’s (AUD $)
$11,900 per year

Intake
April

Books and Equipment (AUD $)
Included in course fee

Materials Fee’s (AUD $)
$1,900 per year (compulsory)

Campus
Richmond

CAREER PROSPECTS
On completion of the Diploma graduates may:

• seek recognition as an Automotive Electrician
• apply for positions as a skilled trades person in the automotive electrical field
• apply for positions of responsibility in workshop supervision.

Course Structure
The Diploma consists of 45 units and 900 hours of course work practical placement and assessment. The course work placement will be organised by the Institute. The teaching methods used in the Diploma include classroom based teaching and supervised practical components within a workshop and service centre. The assessment methods include written and oral tests, research projects and practical components within a workshop and the workplace. Automotive classes are scheduled at various times throughout the week. Scheduled classes include night classes finishing approximately 9.30pm and Saturday classes. All classes commence at 8.30am. Students are required to attend all scheduled classes.

Units
Remove and replace electrical / electronic units / assemblies
Apply safe working practices
Test, service and charge batteries
Carry out repairs to single electrical circuits
Install, test and repair low voltage wiring / lighting systems
Install, test and repair electrical security systems / components
Install ancillary electrical components
Manufacture and repair wiring harness looms
Carry out soldering of electrical wiring harness / looms
Inspect and service emission control systems
Use and maintain measuring equipment
Use and maintaining workplace tools and equipment
Implement and monitor environmental regulations in the automotive mechanical industry
Conduct information sessions
Maintain quality systems
Build customer relations
Repair ignition systems
Service and repair electronically controlled steering systems
Service and repair electronically controlled suspension systems
Repair electronic systems
Service and repair electronic spark ignition engine management systems
Service and repair electronic drive management systems
Service and repair electronic body management systems
Repair electrical systems
Repair instruments and warning systems
Overhaul charging system alternators
Repair charging systems
Overhaul starting motors
Repair starting systems
Repair hydraulic braking systems
Repair final drive (driveline)
Carry out diagnosis of complex system faults
Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations in the Mechanical Industry
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in electric and hybrid vehicle systems
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
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in engine management systems
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in safety systems
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in climate control systems
Prepare technical reports
Develop and document specifications and procedures
Monitor safe working place
Manage personal work priorities
Manage quality customer service

Note:
In order to undertake the 900 hours course work practical placement and assessment, students must be
assessed as ‘work ready’. The work based components are mandatory for satisfying the assessment requirements
for the qualification. The course work practical placement is currently under review and is subject to change.

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