Diploma of Automotive Technology

(Light Vehicle Stream)

Admission requirements

You are eligible if:

* you have successfully completed the Australian year 12 or equivalent in your country
* you have achieved a minimum of either:

- IELTS 5.5 academic (no band score less than 5.0) or
- TOFEL paper based 530 (minimum TWE 3.5) or
- TOFEL computer based 197 (minimum TWE 3.5) or
- TOFEL internet based 71 (minimum 17 in all sections).

Intake

February and July

Books and equipment (AUD)

Included in the tuition fee.

Study pathways

On completion of the Diploma graduates may continue study into:

* Advanced Diploma of Engineering
* Diploma in Business Management (068222B) at Kangan Institute
* Bachelor of Automotive Engineering.

Career pathways

On completion of the Diploma graduates may seek:

- recognition as a motor mechanic
- apply for positions as a skilled tradesperson in the automotive trade
- apply for positions of responsibility in workshop supervision.

Course structure

Students enrolling in automotive courses for 2012 will be among the first to take full advantage of the Automotive Centre of Excellence stage two. With its state-of-the-art facilities and central location in the Docklands precinct, the ACE is the largest automotive training centre in Victoria and provides students with access to leading technology, advanced machinery and industry- simulated work spaces.

The Diploma consists of coursework practical placement and assessment. In a typical week students are accountable for up to 40 hours of supervised training through course work and coursework practical placement.

The teaching methods used include classroom-based teaching and supervised practicum within a workshop and service centre. The assessment methods include written assignments and examinations, oral assessments including individual presentations and practical demonstrations within a workshop environment.

Employability skills will be continually monitored and assessed in the workplace. Classes may be scheduled at anytime between the hours of 8am and 8pm from Monday to Saturday. Students are required to attend all scheduled classes.

Students learn in varying environments from lectures, practical demonstrations and tasks through to servicing vehicles in our simulated automotive work bays and work placement program.

Units

Apply safe working practices
Conduct information sessions
Maintain quality systems
Build customer relations
Test, service and charge batteries
Carry out repairs to single electrical circuits
Repair electrical systems
Repair ignition systems
Repair electronic systems
Service and repair electronic spark ignition engine management systems
Service and repair electronic drive management systems
Carry out servicing operations
Inspect and service engines
Inspect and service cooling systems
Inspect and service brakes
Service petrol fuel systems
Inspect and service emission control systems
Inspect and service steering systems
Repair steering systems
Inspect and service suspension systems
Use and maintain measuring equipment
Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment
Implement and monitor environmental regulations in the automotive industry
Repair engines and associated engine components
Repair petrol fuel systems
Repair and replace emission control systems
Repair transmissions (manual)
Inspect, service and/or repair clutch assemblies
Repair final drive assemblies
Carry out diagnostic procedures
Inspect and service transmission (automatic)
Repair transmissions (automatic)
Repair hydraulic braking systems
Repair final drive (driveline)
Repair suspension systems
Carry out vehicle safety/roadworthy inspection
Service and repair electronically controlled steering systems
Service and repair electronically controlled suspension systems
Service and repair electronic body management systems
Service and repair electronically controlled anti-lock braking systems
Service and repair electronically operated traction control system
Service and repair electronically operated stability control system
Overhaul engines and associated engine components
Overhaul petrol fuel system components
Carry out diagnosis of complex system faults
Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations
Overhaul braking system components (light)
Overhaul steering system components
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
Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in stability, steering, suspension systems
Analyse and evaluate, electrical and electronic faults in engine management systems
Prepare technical reports
Develop and document specifications and procedures
Manage personal work priorities and professional development
Manage quality customer service