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);
- TOEFL computer based 197 (minimum TWE 4.0);
- TOEFL internet based 71 (minimum 17 in all sections);
- PTE academic 43 (no score lower than 36); or
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 47.

Intake

February and July

Books and equipment (AUD)

Supplied through the materials fee, however students will be required to supply their own personal stationery

Material fees (AUD)

$600. Students will be supplied with boots, overalls, text books, safety glasses, and a tool box.

Study pathways

On completion of the diploma graduates may continue study in the:

* Associate Degree in Engineering

Career pathways

On completion of the Diploma of Automotive Technology - Light Vehicles, graduates may:

* seek recognition as a motor mechanic
* positions as a skilled tradesperson in the automotive trade
* positions of responsibility in workshop supervision.

Course structure

Students will be trained at Kangan Institutes state-of-the-art Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE), the largest automotive training centre in Victoria. With the recent launch of Stage II of the ACE in 2012, students have access to a great range of leading technology, advanced machinery and industrysimulated work spaces.

Classes may be scheduled at any time between the hours of 8am and 8pm from Monday to Saturday and students are required to attend all scheduled classes.

The diploma includes 300 hours of approved practical placement. The Institute assists students with obtaining placements. Students are also encouraged and supported to seek paid employment in the industry throughout the diploma. Successful completion of practical competencies must be achieved across the two years

The teaching methods used in the diploma include classroom based teaching and supervised practicums within a workshop and service centre.

The assessment methods include written assignments and examinations, oral assessments including individual presentations, practical work in a commercial workshop and demonstrations within a workshop environment. Employability skills will be continually monitored and assessed in the workplace.

Major study areas

* Mechanical maintenance, service, repair and overhaul
* Electrical maintenance, service and repair, automotive diagnostics, analysis and evaluation of fault identification and rectification
* Business and management
* Report and document development
* Occupational health and safety
* Customer service

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