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    BKIVRHVT
    Length

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    Days

    To be advised by course coordinator
    Delivery Mode

    Blended - Internal and External
    Start Date

    Rolling Enrolments
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    VicRoads Heavy Vehicle Tester - TAFE Melbourne

    About
    Learn the Tools of the Trade

    This course is made up of two sections:

    • Licensed Vehicle Tester Vehicle Administration
    • Licensed Vehicle Tester Heavy Vehicle Technical Inspection

    The first section of the course being the Licensed Vehicle Tester Vehicle Administration component covers all the liabilities and responsibilities associated with being a Licensed Vehicle Tester or Signatory and will cover how to correctly complete all of the documentation relevant to the position of Licensed Vehicle Tester or Signatory. The course also includes the completing of the relevant forms.

    The second section of the course being the Licensed Vehicle Tester Heavy Vehicle Technical Inspection component covers the National Heavy Vehicle Inspection Manual (NHVIM) and the aim of the manual is to provide a consistent test/fail guideline for Heavy Vehicle Inspections that are in line with National Transport Reform.

    VicRoads Licensed Vehicle Tester Heavy Vehicle examiners will use the NHVIM to inspect and test a vehicle using the HV Examiner manual with the current equipment required under Licensed Vehicle Tester Licence conditions.

    How will I be assessed?

    Assessment will include the use of a computer to access various websites, uploading photographic evidence of testing, accessing various regulations and bulletins, government regulations and administration, and filling out roadworthy certificates. You will also be required to complete a Heavy Vehicle technical inspection, and demonstrate the use of equipment used to complete a roadworthy inspection. Assessment will be carried out throughout the course, and at the end of the technical inspection sections. You will also be required to complete a complete roadworthy inspection on a Heavy Vehicle or Vehicles to VicRoads standards.

    If you fail any part of the assessment throughout the course, you will be required to sit another assessment at a later date, and this assessment will incur a further cost.

    What will I study?

    Upon completion of this course you will:

    • be aware of the liabilities and responsibilities involved in being a licensed vehicle tester
    • be aware of the use of the National Heavy Vehicle Inspection Manual (NHVIM) and its guidelines
    • be able to operate a computer and digital camera to comply with VicRoads record keeping requirements
    • be able to access information and standards required when completing a roadworthy inspection
    • be able to complete all documentation and access information required to test and examine a heavy vehicle (a vehicle or trailer over 4.5 tonnes GVM).

    Course Modules

    Module Code Module Title Nominal Hours Scope
    BKIHVA Heavy Vehicle Administration (BKIHVA) 8 Core
    BKIHVTE Heavy Vehicle Technical Examiner (BKIHVTE) 21 Core
    Course Dates
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    Campus Location Start Date(s) End Date(s) Days and Time

    Docklands (ACE)

    Rolling Enrolments

    Rolling Enrolments

    To be advised by course coordinator

    Docklands (ACE)

    Rolling Enrolments

    Rolling Enrolments

    To be advised by course coordinator
    Career Opportunities
    Qualification Details
    Career Opportunities

    Qualifications

    An examiners accreditation card and a certificate will be issued to participants who successfully complete the course.

    Fees

    Total fee for this course will be $2450

    Entry Requirements
    Can I Apply?

    For new license applications you must follow the pre-approval process on the VicRoads website. Click here for more information. Mechanics who work for an existing Licenced Vehicle Tester, you must supply their LVT Registration Number.

    Prior to being accepted to attend this course, you will be required to complete a online assessment in the following areas:

    • Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LL&N)
    • Mechanical Knowledge

    You must also:

    • be a qualified Heavy Vehicle motor mechanic at certificate level III or equivalent and /or have 7 years of trade experience.
    • hold a current Australian Heavy Vehicle Driver's Licence
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